CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District has officially accepted a settlement agreement with Juul/Altria, as announced at the School Board meeting on Sept. 25. The exact settlement amount for the NCSD has yet to be determined, as per Tanya Southerland, the public relations director for NCSD. “We’re expecting a settlement in the range […]
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NCSD Superintendent Mike Jennings to retire after this school year
CASPER, Wyo. — At the Natrona County School District Board of Trustees meeting held on Sept. 25, Superintendent Mike Jennings announced his retirement, set for June 2024. Trustee Thomas Myler lauded Jennings’s tenure, stating, “Superintendent Jennings … has been a rock during a very tumultuous time, has brought us forward through COVID [and] has done […]
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Natrona County School District to consider accepting over $35,000 in gifts and grants
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District Board of Trustees will discuss accepting a series of significant gifts and grants at tonight’s board meeting. The meeting is set for 7 p.m. at 970 N. Glenn Road and can also be viewed on the NCSD YouTube channel. The first gift up for consideration is a […]
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Casper College’s Mia Hutchinson named NJCAA Player of the Week
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper College Thunderbird Mia Hutchinson had quite a week on the volleyball court and was recently recognized as the National Junior College Athletic Association’s Player of the Week. In five matches last week, Hutchinson finished with 64 kills, 45 digs and nine aces. Across that stretch, the Thunderbirds went an impressive 4–1. […]
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Kelly Walsh High School looks to add batting cages with $5,000 donation
CASPER, Wyo. — Kelly Walsh High School recently received a donation of $5,000 from John and Cindy Farrell. The intent behind the donation is to contribute toward the purchase of two indoor batting cage mounting and netting systems for the school’s softball team, according to a memo provided to the Natrona County School District Board […]
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$350K Midwest School lighting project among Natrona County School District’s proposed projects
CASPER, Wyo. — The Board Infrastructure Planning Committee of the Natrona County School District has released its recommended list of major maintenance projects for the 2023–24 fiscal year. The list, totaling $3,682,000 in proposed expenditures, is the result of collaborative efforts between Project Manager Doug Tunison, the school district’s maintenance staff and personnel from individual […]
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Glenrock Jr./Sr. High deemed drug free after multi-agency K-9 sweep
CASPER, Wyo. — In a collaborative effort to ensure a drug-free environment for students, the Glenrock Police Department spearheaded a K-9 sweep at Glenrock Jr./Sr. High School on Aug. 6. Joining the department were K-9 teams from the Douglas Police Department, the Casper Police Department and the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office. “We appreciate the assistance […]
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PHOTOS: Cheyenne Central rolls past KWHS on Friday in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Kelly Walsh High School Trojans couldn’t hold back Cheyenne Central during their first home game of the 2023 season on Friday, Sept. 1 in Casper. Central beat KWHS 38–6, giving KW its second loss after falling 52–7 to Rock Springs last Friday. KW will play Cheyenne South on their home field next […]
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(PHOTOS) NCSD students and Lions Club collaborate to complete Casper Mountain bridge project
CASPER, Wyo. — A remarkable project that showcased creativity, teamwork and technical expertise came to fruition over the summer as a group of Natrona County School District students and staff joined forces with the Casper Mountain Lions Club to design and construct an upper bridge for the Casper Mountain Lee McCune Braille Trail, according to […]
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New UW program offers women crash course in field skills
Women still hold a fraction of science jobs in Wyoming and around the country
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(PHOTOS) NCHS defeats Laramie during 2023 season opener in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The fall high school football season kicked off on Friday, Aug. 25 around Wyoming. Natrona County High School opened the season on its home turf by hosting Laramie on Friday. NCHS had a bumpy start in the first half, but still managed a touchdown early on. After halftime, the Mustangs returned to […]
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Kelly Walsh statue out for structural repair
CASPER, Wyo. — The Kelly Walsh High School statue “Fight on” has been absent for several months due to structural repairs, according to an Instagram post by Kelly Walsh High School on April 15. It is estimated to be reinstalled in September, according to Natrona County School District Director of Public Relations Tanya Southerland. A […]
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Governor, superintendent to lead student-centered learning kickoff in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Governor Mark Gordon will join Superintendent Megan Degenfelder and partners from the State Board of Education and the University of Wyoming College of Education for a Student-Centered Learning Statewide Kickoff event on Sept. 18 in Casper. Nine school districts will take part in the first year of the pilot program. The event […]
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Vast majority of Wyoming kids get vaccinated
The school year is upon us, which means required vaccinations against ailments like hepatitis B, polio and measles.
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16 returning CC Soccer players seek redemption after heartbreaking regional semifinal loss
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper College Thunderbird Men’s Soccer team, holding the preseason 13th rank in the NJCAA, is gearing up for an intense season with a lineup that showcases a blend of experience and fresh talent. The team boasts a total of 16 returning players who are set on redeeming themselves after a disappointing […]
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Wyoming’s offensive line developing depth as veteran defensive line continues to shine
The Cowboys may have one of the best returning defensive line units in the entire Mountain West Conference.
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Wyoming Cowgirl volleyball team opens 2023 Fall Camp
Casper’s Abi Milby is one of six newcomers to the team.
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Tickets available for Casper College’s ‘An Evening with Mike Rowe’ in October
“I like what he has to say, and his values align with a lot of Wyoming residents,” said Denise Bressler, Casper College Foundation executive director.
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Wyoming Cowboys picked 6th in 2023 preseason football media poll
Easton Gibbs named Preseason Defensive Player of the Year, five Cowboys named Preseason All-Conference
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$240K contract approved for NCSD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
Equality State Farms’ bid was about $6K higher than U.S. Foods
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NCSD announces Alicyn Roberson as Teacher of the Year
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District is proud to announce Alicyn (“Ali”) Roberson as the recipient of the district’s Teacher of the Year award. Roberson, a science teacher at Kelly Walsh High School, has been a valued member of NCSD since 2013, specializing in chemistry and physical science. Roberson is renowned for her […]
