Education

Low-down on the hubbub at the NCSD Bus Hub (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Dozens of yellow buses were huddled around the Natrona County School District Bus Hub on Thursday, Aug. 22. What was all this hubbub? Students were there to... Read more »

08/23/19 11:47 AM

Digital safety stressed as NCSD prepares for new school year

CASPER, Wyo. — With students set to head back to school on Sept. 3, the Natrona County School District and Natrona County Sheriff’s Office are reminding parents, guardians and students... Read more »

08/20/19 10:05 AM

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

CASPER, Wyo. — Pathways Innovation Center will be offering Natrona County School District high school students a new opportunity this school year. “Starting with this upcoming school year, NCSD High... Read more »

08/20/19 9:11 AM

‘Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy’ cadets can gain high school credit

CASPER, Wyo. — The Guernsey-based “Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy” is geared toward non-traditional students aged 16-18, including high school drop-outs or those at risk of dropping out. With the program... Read more »

08/19/19 4:52 PM

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)

In preparation for the start of classes on Monday, Casper College students were busy Thursday morning moving their belongings into the resident halls on campus. “I like getting the chance... Read more »

08/15/19 11:22 AM

Jennings to replace Hopkins as NCSD superintendent

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District Board of Trustees has announced that they are recommending that Michael Jennings be named the next NCSD superintendent. Jennings is currently executive... Read more »

08/13/19 3:17 PM

Museum taking science to the students with outreach car

CASPER, Wyo. — Tucked away in the basement of an unassuming furniture store, The Science Zone provides the opportunity for kids to experience different aspects of the science world, up... Read more »

08/13/19 12:22 PM

Bullying down, but some increases in vandalism, fighting at Natrona schools

CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County School District Superintendent Steve Hopkins said that safety is a top priority. His comments came after school officials provided the Board of Trustees a safety... Read more »

08/13/19 11:10 AM

East side Walmart donates $3,000 to Casper Classical Academy

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper’s east side Walmart has donated $3,000 to Casper Classical Academy. The Natrona County School District Board of Trustees formally approved this donation on Monday, Aug. 12.... Read more »

08/12/19 7:04 PM

School board approves $44,000 contract with Central Wyo. Speech Therapy

CASPER, Wyo. — Speech therapy services for students in the Natrona County School District will be provided by Central Wyoming Speech Therapy. The NCSD Board of Trustees approved a $44,000... Read more »

08/12/19 7:02 PM

Boys and Girls Club to throw party in celebration of summer readers

CASPER, Wyo. — The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming want to celebrate kids who spent time reading this summer. They’ll host a party for children who read for... Read more »

08/12/19 4:13 PM

NCSD releases ‘Back to School Checklist’

CASPER, Wyo. — As parents, guardians and students prepare to start the 2019-2020 academic year, the Natrona County School District has prepared a “Back to School Checklist.” Classes begin on... Read more »

08/12/19 2:46 PM

High schoolers can apply to U.S. Senate Youth Program, get $10,000 college scholarship

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming high school juniors and seniors have the opportunity to apply for the United States Senate Youth Program. Selected applicants will travel to Washington D.C. to spend... Read more »

08/12/19 10:52 AM

‘Rachel’s Challenge’ available to Wyo. schools to prevent bullying, tragedies

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming schools can participate in “Rachel’s Challenge” at a “significant discount,” according to the Wyoming Department of Education. “Creating a school climate less susceptible to harassment, bullying... Read more »

08/12/19 10:00 AM

$1 million grant will support Wyo. schools and libraries computer science education

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Science Foundation has awarded a grant of about $1 million “to support the inclusion of computer science education in Wyoming schools and libraries.” That is... Read more »

08/08/19 11:58 AM

UW launching new innovation and entrepreneurship intern program

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming’s Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship is launching a new internship program. “Startup businesses across Wyoming will have a pipeline to student interns from... Read more »

08/06/19 3:59 PM

3 Cheyenne high schools could commit to girls’ fast-pitch softball

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming High School Athletics Association requires that at least eight high schools commit to offering girls’ fast-pitch softball in order to sanction the sport. So far,... Read more »

08/06/19 11:25 AM

UW teacher education program among nation’s best

CASPER, Wyo. — A new book published by the National Council on Teacher Quality lists the University of Wyoming College of Education among the top programs for undergraduates studying to... Read more »

08/05/19 11:06 AM

NCSD Teacher Named Wyoming History Teacher of the Year

CASPER, Wyo. — Inga McCoy, a Kelly Walsh High School teacher, has been named the 2019 Wyoming History Teacher of the Year. This annual award is presented by the Gilder... Read more »

08/02/19 2:21 PM

CC physics instructor named Wyo. ‘STEAM Post-Secondary Educator of the Year’

CASPER, Wyo. — Dr. Andrew Young, physics instructor at Casper College, has been named the “STEAM Post-Secondary Educator of the Year.” “STEAM” stands for “Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.”... Read more »

08/01/19 3:24 PM

PV students show off Mandarin skills and more

CASPER, Wyo. — Paradise Valley Dual Language Immersion students have a secret, and it is not just that they know how to speak Mandarin Chinese. The students themselves might not... Read more »

07/30/19 1:53 PM

NCSD updates ‘Back to School Night’ schedule

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District initially announced their “Back to School Night” schedule on July 25. With some changes, the school district provided an updated schedule on... Read more »

07/30/19 11:36 AM

‘Back to School’ nights announced

CASPER, Wyo. — With the 2019-2020 school year approaching, schools have scheduled “Back to School Nights.” Some of the schools have also scheduled “Back to School BBQs” or student orientations.... Read more »

07/25/19 12:03 PM

‘World Needs More Cowboys’ enters second year

CASPER, Wyo. — University of Wyoming spokesperson Chad Baldwin said that the university’s “The World Needs More Cowboys” will be continued for another year. He said that the first year... Read more »

07/24/19 11:20 AM

Founder of Casper College KEY program retires

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper College KEY program Founder and Director Barbara Crews has announced her retirement after 34 years running the program. Crews founded the Knowledge Enrichment Program for Youth... Read more »

07/22/19 11:52 AM

With tuition hikes, UW to provide new financial aid

CASPER, Wyo. — Students will pay higher tuition fees at the University of Wyoming for the 2020-2021 academic year. In-state tuition will jump from $139 to $145 per credit hour,... Read more »

07/22/19 11:39 AM

Girl Scouts reveal new badges, including ‘Outdoor High Adventure’ [PHOTOS]

CASPER, Wyo. — Girl Scouts in grades K-12 now have 42 new badges “that allow them to make their own choices about how they want to experience and influence the... Read more »

07/16/19 4:05 PM

UW announces spring graduates from Natrona County

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming has announced the names of students who graduated at the end of this spring semester. They also compiled a list of graduates coming... Read more »

07/15/19 3:40 PM

Donation will benefit Woods Learning Center teachers

CASPER, Wyo. — A $5,000 donation will benefit teachers at Woods Learning Center. The donation was made by the “Teacher-Powered Schools” organization. Natrona County School District school board documents say... Read more »

07/10/19 7:34 PM

Planetarium gets $20,000 support from BOCES

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Planetarium has received a $20,000 grant to support a Natrona County School District Curriculum facilitated there. The grant is provided by the Board of Cooperative... Read more »

07/10/19 7:23 PM

School robotics program gets Visit Casper grants

CASPER, Wyo. — A school robotics program has received two grants totaling $3,000. Those grants were provided the the Natrona County School District Robotics Program from the board that oversees... Read more »

07/10/19 7:13 PM

School board adopts new five year strategic plan

CASPER, Wyo. — A new Natrona County School District Strategic Plan outlines five goals the district will work toward over the next five years. The NCSD Board of Trustees approved... Read more »

07/10/19 7:05 PM

NCSD 2019-2020 budget an estimated $293 million

CASPER, Wyo. — The overall Natrona County School District’s projected budget for the 2019-2020 school year is $293,471,833. The NCSD Board of Trustees will vote to adopt the budget during... Read more »

07/10/19 11:18 AM

Natrona projecting over 13,000 students for 2019-2020 school year

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District is expected to have about 13,000 students over the 2019-2020 academic year. The exact projected enrollment across the district sits at 13,082.... Read more »

07/10/19 10:24 AM

Science Zone gets funding to build expanded facility

CASPER, Wyo. — The Science Zone wants to build an expanded facility. They will receive $334,444 of One-Cent Optional Sales Tax funding to support this project, after the Casper City... Read more »

07/02/19 3:29 PM

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Education

Low-down on the hubbub at the NCSD Bus Hub (PHOTOS)

Five Wyo. school districts awarded for enhancing breakfast programs

Teachers share goals for the coming school year

Kids walking to school this year? Police provide safety tips

$50,000 grants available to Wyo. early childhood learning providers

With new options to meet Hathaway elective requirements, public comment sought

Digital safety stressed as NCSD prepares for new school year

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

‘Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy’ cadets can gain high school credit

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)

Jennings to replace Hopkins as NCSD superintendent

Museum taking science to the students with outreach car

Bullying down, but some increases in vandalism, fighting at Natrona schools

East side Walmart donates $3,000 to Casper Classical Academy

School board approves $44,000 contract with Central Wyo. Speech Therapy

Boys and Girls Club to throw party in celebration of summer readers

NCSD releases ‘Back to School Checklist’

High schoolers can apply to U.S. Senate Youth Program, get $10,000 college scholarship

‘Rachel’s Challenge’ available to Wyo. schools to prevent bullying, tragedies

$1 million grant will support Wyo. schools and libraries computer science education

UW launching new innovation and entrepreneurship intern program

3 Cheyenne high schools could commit to girls’ fast-pitch softball

UW teacher education program among nation’s best

NCSD Teacher Named Wyoming History Teacher of the Year

CC physics instructor named Wyo. ‘STEAM Post-Secondary Educator of the Year’

PV students show off Mandarin skills and more

NCSD updates ‘Back to School Night’ schedule

‘Back to School’ nights announced

‘World Needs More Cowboys’ enters second year

Founder of Casper College KEY program retires

With tuition hikes, UW to provide new financial aid

Girl Scouts reveal new badges, including ‘Outdoor High Adventure’ [PHOTOS]

UW announces spring graduates from Natrona County

Donation will benefit Woods Learning Center teachers

Planetarium gets $20,000 support from BOCES

School robotics program gets Visit Casper grants

School board adopts new five year strategic plan

NCSD 2019-2020 budget an estimated $293 million

Natrona projecting over 13,000 students for 2019-2020 school year

Science Zone gets funding to build expanded facility

Crime

Crime

Police arrest man on multiple counts of Aggravated Assault

Recent Arrests (8/22/19)

Serial killer who preyed on gay men executed in Florida

Casper man recommended for charge of Child Endangerment with Meth

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Obituaries

AP

Billionaire David Koch, conservative donor, dies at age 79

Obituaries: Geuke, Webb, Marken

Obituaries: Hicks, Leggett, Johnson, Cook

Obituaries: West, Swanson, Romango

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Community

Arts

Casper gathers for second annual 5150′ Festival (Gallery)

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Crews respond to Saturday fire in Casper

USDA: Crop insurance covers irrigation tunnel collapse loss

Western states oppose plan to charge for US reservoir water

Wyoming

AP

Hearing ordered as miners protest by blocking coal trains

USDA: Crop insurance covers irrigation tunnel collapse loss

Low-down on the hubbub at the NCSD Bus Hub (PHOTOS)

One dies in I-90 motorcycle crash

Fire detected in remote part of Yellowstone

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Galleries

Arts

Casper gathers for second annual 5150′ Festival (Gallery)

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