Four years ago, I took a physical for a job and found out I am colorblind. Needless to say, the employer rescinded the offer. It turned out to be the best news I ever got. A couple weeks later, my first editor called and offered me a job at the Northern Wyoming Daily News in Worland. I’ve been in love with journalism ever since. Over the past four years, I have worked at various newspapers in Wyoming, where I’ve won awards for feature writing and photography. I’m a Worland High School grad and I attended the University of Wyoming. Covering the news is something I am very passionate about and take extraordinarily seriously. When I’m not at the office, I am most likely shooting a game of pool or watching a baseball game. (Go Atlanta!) Being outside with a fly rod is something I want to get into now that I’m in Casper. It’s an exciting time to be in this line of work and I can’t wait to get to know the Casper area and its residents. If you see me out and about, don’t be a stranger. And, of course, if you have any news tips for me, shoot me an email at zach.spadt@townsquaremedia.com.
Zach Spadt
Lawsuit Claims Cops Held Family At Gunpoint Outside Yellowstone In Mistaken Identity
A lawsuit filed in the Wyoming US District Court claims that a family was pulled over and held at gunpoint outside of Yellowstone National Park in a case of mistaken identity.
Lost Sheep Dog Found During Wyoming Wildfire
Wildfires burning in the Mountain West often don't carry with them good news as people lose their homes, livelihoods or even their lives.
Hotshots Sent To Battle Fire Burning In Bighorns
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are currently in place for Sheridan County, where the fire is burning.
Casper Woman Says Vicious Attack Motivated By ‘Transphobic Hate’
According to her GoFundMe page, Rilee Shipley was beaten at a dog park outside of her apartment at roughly 11:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Man Sentenced For Illegal Guide Operation In Yellowstone
A 60-year-old Oklahoma man, who prosecutors say committed a laundry list of violations in Yellowstone National Park, will serve 30 days behind bars.
Wyoming Attorney General Responds To Steplock Appeal
It's unclear if and when the Wyoming Supreme Court will hear oral arguments from attorneys in the case.
PHOTOS: Wildfires Burning Across Wyoming
Wildland firefighting crews throughout the Cowboy State were busy over the weekend as fires began popping up around Wyoming.
Natrona County DA: Officer Left With ‘Few Choices’ In Fatal Shooting
According to police, the shooting happened during an early morning traffic stop on Interstate 25 near East H Street and North Elma Street.
Casper Police Say Two Thursday Evening Shootings Unrelated
Police say the suspects told officers that they began shooting in the downtown area before making their way to the area of South Walsh Drive and Swanton Avenue.
Felony DUI Charges Filed In December Casper Mountain Crash
If convicted, Petkosh could face up to seven years behind bars, $10,000 in fines or both.