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 Needless to say, the employer rescinded the offer.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
UPDATED: Most Wyoming Highways Back Open,
In a sign that the Cowboy State is in the middle of winter, the Wyoming Department of Transportation has ordered the closure of some highways while issuing advisories for others.
WATCH: Body Cam Footage Shows Wyoming Deputy Avoid Semi Crash
Body camera footage taken from a Sweetwater County Sheriff's deputy shows just how close they sometimes come to tragedy on Wyoming's highways.
20-Year-Old Wyoming Man Struck and Killed by School Bus Identified
Thompson was taken to Johnson County Memorial Hospital where he died from his injuries.
Wyoming Game & Fish: Ice on Some Fisheries May Not Be Safe
Falling through the ice has already cost at least one Wyoming resident his life.
Wyoming Man Federally Charged in Shooting That Left Another Seriously Injured
A Wyoming man is facing federal charges for a shooting that reportedly left another man in need of a Life Flight.
BREAKING: Wyoming Loosening Some Health Orders
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon on Thursday announced that the state is easing some health orders as COVID-19 cases continue to decline.
Study: Wyoming Worst State for Drunk Driving Incidents, Most Fatalities Per Capita
Additionally, for every 100,000 residents in Wyoming, 550 for arrested for driving while impaired.
Report: 1 Dead After Hit by Wyoming School Bus on Tuesday
Meanwhile, school district officials have notified parents of the students on the bus. Counselors are on standby for any student who requires assistance.
Wyoming Man Dies After Falling Through Ice, Brother Survives
Search and rescue crews along with ice divers were able to successfully recover the unidentified deceased victim in about 12 feet of water.
REPORT: Broncos Star Von Miller Under Criminal Investigation
9 News sports reporter, Mike Klis first reported the news Friday afternoon.