The first performance of the Natrona County High School theatre group’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic “Oklahoma!” premiered Thursday, March 14, at NCHS. 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of “Oklahoma!”, which premiered on Broadway on March 31, 1943 and was an instant box office smash. The play inspired a 1955 widescreen film, and the […]
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CPD: Song lyrics lead to school threat investigation
Casper police say that song lyrics sent via online social networks lead to investigations at least three Wyoming schools, after people took the lyrics to be a threat of violence against the schools.
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School district and police respond to threats to NCHS
The Natrona County School District and Casper Police are investigating threats sent by social media, according to a press release. “As of 6:40 am this morning, we have been unable to identify the originator of the threat,” said public relations officer Tanya Southerland. According to Southerland, Safe2Tell tips were sent out about Snapchat posts referring […]
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NCHS takes the win at the 2018 Oil Bowl (PHOTOS)
NCHS beat their crosstown rivals KWHS 42-12 during the 54th annual Oil Bowl on Friday evening at KWHS. NC won the big trophy last year after KW won the year before. Photos by Dan Cepeda, Oil City News
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NCSD: Perceived threat against NCHS investigated
The Natrona County School District says that a “perceived threat” against a Casper High School was investigated, Sunday. School officials report that there is no current concern for safety. NCSD released a written statement Sunday night, saying that District Officials and Casper Police investigated a “perceived threat” to Natrona County High School. According to the […]
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Full List from NCHS Class of 2018 Senior Awards Ceremony
Natrona County High School Class of 2018 Senior Awards Ceremony The following scholarships and awards were presented to the members of Natrona County High School’s Class of 2018 on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 in the John F. Walsh Auditorium. Mrs.Chrysty Stumpp and Mrs. Kristen Moldaschel presented the Gold “C” Pin Awards to the following: […]
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NCHS Holds Mini-Parade for State Soccer Champions (PHOTOS)
The Natrona County High School band led NC’s state soccer champions around the historic grounds on Tuesday morning in Casper. Students and parents gathered to cheer and wave as the band and athletes walked from the west side around the school and to the football field. The NCHS boys beat Cheyenne Central on Saturday during […]
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Schools Briefly on Lockout Monday Morning, No Threat
NCHS, Cottonwood Elementary, Dean Morgan Junior High and Park Elementary were under a lockout for a short time on Monday morning. Heavy police presence was seen on S. Spruce St. next to NCHS, according to an NC staffer who declined to be identified. Students leaving NCHS for the regular lunch break said the lockout […]
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NCHS takes a vow of entertainment with Sister Act performance
Students of Theatre, Band, Orchestra and Choir at Natrona County High School are teaming up to bring “Sister Act: A Heavenly Musical” to the historic John F. Welsh Auditorium. An adaptation of the 1992 Whoopi Goldberg film, the stage version features music by Alan Menken, with lyrics by Glenn Slater and book by Cheri and […]
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State Basketball Photo Gallery: NC vs Cheyenne Central Boys
The Natrona County High School boys beat Cheyenne Central 73-65 on Friday afternoon. NC boys will play Cheyenne East for fifth-place today at noon at the Casper Events Center. You can see full scores and brackets by clicking here.
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NCHS raising money for Make-A-Wish Wyoming
Natrona County High School is hosting multiple events over the next two months to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Wyoming.
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State Basketball Photos: NC vs. KW Girls
NCHS girls beat KWHS 55-35, ending KW’s post-season during the 2018 Wyoming State High School 4A Basketball Championships on Friday morning. NCHS will play Rock Springs for the fifth-place spot in the tournament tomorrow morning at 9:00 at the Events Center. You can keep track of the tournament’s scores and brackets by clicking here.
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Scores And Today’s Schedule for the 3A/4A State High School Basketball Championships
The Kelly Walsh High School boys advanced to semifinals to play Sheridan at 7:30 tonight. NCHS boys play for third against Cheyenne Central at 1:30, and NCHS girls against crosstown rivals KWHS for third at 10:30. All 4A games are at the Casper Events Center today. Complete scores from yesterday’s quarterfinals follow: Mar 08, 2018 […]
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NCSD #1 releases statement on “the south will rise” incident claims
The Natrona County School District has released a statement regarding a reported incident of students chanting “the south will rise,” and displaying confederate flags.
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BACKSTORY: First Football Team at NCHS
Eighteen young men looking stoically into the lens represent Casper’s first ever high school football team. The high quality studio portrait dates from 1908 and is in the Western History Center at Casper College. Written on the back of the photo: “This was our first year at football. Their (sic) was not a boy who […]
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GALLERY-NCHS vs Evanston Volleyball
NCHS beat Evanston in four rounds during consolation matches today at the 2017 Wyoming State High School 4A Volleyball Championships at the Casper Events Center. Tonight’s match between KWHS and Thunder Basin will determine who NC competes against tomorrow for third place at 2:00. Championship rounds for 4A start at 4:00 tomorrow.
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Pro-KKK tag at school consistent with possible prank
A concerned parent was critical of school officials, who she claims never called her back, after the initial report.
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SNAPPED-Prepping Friday Night Lights
A crew from Bar-D Sign Co. lowers down after inspecting the lights over Dick Cheney Alumni Field on Monday, Aug. 14, at NCHS in Casper. The first home game at NCHS will be against Cheyenne South on Friday, Aug. 25. (Dan Cepeda, Oil City) If you have a photo or photos that would be good […]
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BACKSTORY- The Backstage Door 1928 (GALLERY)
A photo labeled “CHS Class of 1928” is one of many scenes of life in young Casper in a vintage photo album found by Reed Merschat at Survivor AC Dealers in 2017. The classmates appear loose and happy as they pose near one of the entrances at Casper High School, now known as Natrona County […]
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NCHS Graduation Ceremony 2017 (GALLERY)
The first of Natrona County’s high schools celebrated their graduation ceremony at the Casper Events Center, Thursday, May 25th.
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Artist Betsy Bower Creates New Art From Old Instruments
Dozens of retired musical instruments are getting a chance for a second life in the studio of artist Betsy Bower.
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Graduation Ceremonies Start Thursday, 5/25/17
NCSD #1 says they worked with Events Center Manager Spectra, to lessen the impact of ceremonies on the holiday weekend.
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2017 WHSAA Track and Field State Championship Day 3 (GALLERY)
Rain, snow, ice, sun; these kids saw it all this weekend.