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Casper hospital lays off 58 employees 

CASPER (AP) — Wyoming Medical Center in Casper has laid off 58 workers, bringing more bad news to an area already reeling from the depressed mining industry.

Hospital CEO Vickie Diamond says the job cuts announced Tuesday are expected to save the hospital $7.2 million.

In addition to the layoffs, the hospital will leave vacant another 57 positions. Combined, the job cuts and vacant positions amoun...