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Adventures on the plains
One thing they thought they could be almost certain of was wind. All-State festival challenges, excites young musicians
The music would have been difficult even for professionals, according to music teacher and cellist Sue Salz.  NC junior added to All-Northwest list
At first, there only were three, and Sarah Kornkven was surprised she was on the list.
Making the season bright
The holiday season is a busy time for those like the Natrona County High School Student Council members, who work to make it better for others. Dancing sisters get ready for Christmas
Two dancing sisters, Laramie and Larissa Benson, are preparing to put Casper in the holiday mood with dance concerts this December. Eighth-grade violinist wins statewide competition
Eighth-grader Likai He competed with violinists years older, and won the first prize in the Wyoming-ASTA High School Solo Competition on Nov. 2. Two brothers and one sister play 88 keys
Jason, Ben and Hailey Williams are three siblings learning to play piano together. Gabby Sasser gives change for hunger
When 6-year-old Gabriella Jocelyn Sasser, known as Gabby Jo, complained repeatedly that she was “starving,” her mother, Amy Sasser, explained what the word actually means. Casper children to dance with the Moscow Ballet
After two hours of auditions that included pirouettes, nerves, laughter, concentration, tears and smiles, all 30 girls and one boy had parts. Young violinist never stops
“Sometimes I don’t want to practice, but once I get playing, I never want to stop,” said first-grader Finn Stubson as he practiced his violin near his mother’s piano. Lauren Mears looks to the future
When Lauren Mears broke her back at cheerleading practice two years ago, her life took an unexpected turn that led her to her greatest passion. Wild about theatre
As the door of the Wildmans’ home opened, Matthew Wildman, 10, gave a quick "hello" followed by a brisk run to get his brown cape out of the dryer as his older brother, Andrew, 13, announced he would be ready as soon as he could get his mustache to stay put. Books, bugs and creative freedom
Two sisters have found the freedom to be creative in their own way, which has deepened their friendship and also fostered their imaginations. 4-H kids learn skills to last a lifetime
The 4-H motto is "to make the best better," and for four kids who have participated in 4-H activities, that saying has made an impact on their lives. Rebecca Hudson
A day in the life of an 11-year-old during the summer can be quite simple for most. KW grad finds beauty in dance
A recent Kelly Walsh High School graduate, Callie Bishop loves to dance, and it shows from the Miss Teen crown on her head down to her dancing toes. NCHS dance team
Dressed in warm-up suits, six high school girls, members of the 2007-08 Natrona High School dance team, were hanging in the hallway. Verda James sixth-grade artists
For six sixth-graders at Verda James School, the challenge of understanding and incorporating elements of design in art was taken to a new level. Kenzie Butts
Kenzie Butts was abandoned at a train station in Nanning, China, when she was an infant. The budding Bjorksten sisters
Four girls with blue eyes and graham cracker-colored locks turn around with smiles and anticipation as they express how they published two books and wrote numerous plays, songs and short stories. The Koslowsky kids
A battle over plastic army men is in full swing when Jenn Koslowsky, mother of three blonde boys, shuts down the battalion. The adventures of Alex Smart
Alex Smart, age 10-1/2, clarified that the character of Collin in his recent story, "The Adventures of Collin, The Boy Scientist, Part II," is very different from him. Break dancing to the beat of boys
Eight boys, ages 6 to 14, line up with a few playful high fives and pushes. Finding your true heart song
Creating and communicating experiences with words, five young poets from Crest Hill Elementary School explained exactly why poetry was worth their time --especially when it comes to missing recess. Casper Figure Skating Club sculpting moves to movie magic
The smell of popcorn and cold hangs in the air while a mother laces up her daughter's white skates. Meet the Stones: Same family, different dreams
For Kordell, Hayden and Presley Stone, living in Casper for the last 1-1/2 years has not only introduced snow to them for the first time, but also earned their artistic endeavors a warm, Wyoming welcome.
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