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Winter Driving Conditions Arrive in Northern Wyoming 

News – Sheridan Media The Department of Transportation reports that each year 24% of weather-related vehicle crashes occur on snowy, slushy, or icy pavement and 15% happen during snowfall or sleet. Nearly 900 people are killed and about 76,000 are injured each year in crashes occurring in these weather conditions.  With winter finally arriving, driving

December 4, 2025

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Trail End Open House This Weekend

News – Sheridan Media Join the Kendrick Mansion friends and volunteers for the Holiday Open House, December 5, 6, and 7, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. This has been an annual Sheridan tradition for over forty years! The event features live music, figgy pudding and hot cider in the kitchen, and holiday decorations throughout …

December 4, 2025

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Jo Co Commission OK’s Electrical Service at Kaycee’s HJP

News – Sheridan Media Johnson County’s Commissioners considered a request from officials at the Harold Jarrard Park in Kaycee. Commission Chairman Bill Novotny gave more details on what they were asking. Commissioner Jeff Shelley made a motion to approve, saying the electrical service could be used for a number of other events at the park. …

December 4, 2025

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UW’s IMPACT 307 to Host ‘Startup Lunch and Learn’ Webinar Dec. 10

News – Sheridan Media The University of Wyoming is alerting startup professionals of an opportunity to learn how to take better control of various aspects of their businesses. IMPACT 307, UW’s business incubator, will host a Startup Lunch and Learn webinar titled “Get a Grip on Your Business!” from noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. In-person …

December 4, 2025

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Buffalo Council Approves Requests for Light Up Buffalo Events

News – Sheridan Media Buffalo’s City Council considered requests for a street closure and variances for a fireworks display this weekend in conjunction with the lighted Christmas Parade and Chili Feed in Crazy Woman Square. Buffalo FFA will be sponsoring the Light Up Buffalo event, as discussed by FFA member Brooklyn Shultz and Buffalo Mayor …

December 4, 2025

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Sheridan Commission Approves Holidays for 2026

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County employees now know their Holiday schedule for the coming year, after the Resolution naming the dates was approved by the County Commission. Resolution No 25-12-031 approved holidays for 2026, which are applicable to the courthouse and other county offices. Approved were New Year’s Day, January 1; Equality Day,

December 4, 2025

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City Approves Sale of Extrication Equipment

News – Sheridan Media The sale of a surplus set of hydraulic extrication equipment was an item of consideration at this week’s business meeting of the Sheridan City Council. Sheridan Fire-Rescue Chief Gary Harnish says the equipment is better known as the jaws of life. Sheridan Fire-Rescue Chief Gary Harnish Following a public hearing on …

December 4, 2025

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BLM Oil and Gas Lease Sale in Wyoming Generates nearly $17.5 million in Revenue

News – Sheridan Media The Bureau of Land Management leased 86 parcels totaling 79,169 acres in Wyoming for just shy of $17.5 million  in total receipts during a quarterly oil and gas lease sale. Combined lease bonus bids and rentals are distributed between the federal government and state where parcels are located.  According to the …

December 4, 2025

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WYO Rodeo Personnel Receive Year-End Accolades and WNFR Recognition

News – Sheridan Media The stock contractors and personnel of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo have received top honors from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and multiple selections for the 2025 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas that begins today. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. WYO Rodeo Personnel Receive Year-End Accolades and

December 4, 2025

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Reclamation Work On Old Acme Power Plant Site Could Be Done By The End Of 2026

News – Sheridan Media Work on decontaminating the old Acme Power Plant building site north of Sheridan has made progress, but a portion of the building will not be salvageable. The Sheridan County Conservation District says workers have removed as much asbestos as they could from the building, but the roof has started to collapse …

December 3, 2025

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