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Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Natrona County School District 1 accepts grant for career lab at Dean Morgan Middle School, approves contracts for other projects (oilcity.news) — Natrona County School District 1 has accepted a state grant to help launch a new college and career readiness lab at Dean Morgan Middle School and approved a major playground safety upgrade at Summit Elementary. Trustees also locked in a snow-removal contract with Casper-based McDonald Landscaping, detailing per-call costs for keeping multiple Casper school campuses clear this winter.
2. Natrona County Circuit Court initial appearances (8/24/26) (oilcity.news) — Natrona County residents can now see who appeared in Casper's Circuit Court on Monday, including the charges they face and the bonds or sentences imposed. The report explains how bonds, probation revocations, and common court fees work, while listing several local DUI, domestic battery, and protection order cases without determining guilt.
3. NCSD1 Trustees celebrate Teacher of Year Jackie O'Briant (oilcity.news) — Natrona County School District 1 trustees have honored longtime local educator Jackie O'Briant as the 2026 Teacher of the Year, highlighting her student-centered approach and leadership at Casper Classical Academy and Natrona County High School. Her recognition underscores the district's focus on literacy, strong relationships with students, and pride in excellence across Casper schools.
4. Cody Wyoming Temple Opens to the Public (churchofjesuschrist.org) — Wyoming's newest Latter-day Saint temple in Cody is opening for public tours later this week, joining existing temples in Casper and Star Valley. While the spotlight is on Cody's open house and October dedication, the announcement underscores Casper's continuing role as a key temple location for church members across the state.
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