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Gillette Native Announces Candidacy for Governor of Wyoming

News – Sheridan Media Surrounded by family, friends, and longtime supporters in Wright, Eric Barlow officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Wyoming today, launching a campaign focused on strong leadership, Wyoming values, and protecting the future of the state he calls home. “I am here with you, friends and family, in Wright, to humbly

August 13, 2025

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The Brinton Museum to host Bighorn Rendezvous X

News – Sheridan Media Since July 26, The Brinton Museum’s Bighorn Rendezvous X exhibition has brought together 15 nationally recognized, award-winning artists — several of whom are exhibiting at The Brinton for the first time. According to Executive Director Kendra Heimbuck, more than 40 works of art are on display in the Jacomien Mars Reception

August 13, 2025

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Jo Co Commission Discusses MOU’s With BLM

News – Sheridan Media The Johnson County Commission considered two Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)concerning the Buffalo Resource Management Plan, and the West Antelope III Coal Lease. Commission Chairman Bill Novotny made the request of the commission to approve him signing the MOU’s. Novotny said both

August 13, 2025

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JCTA Reports Increase in Lodging Tax Revenue

News – Sheridan Media The Buffalo City Council was given an update on the Lodging Tax and revenues during the last 12 months by the Johnson County Tourism Association (JCTA). Toby Carrig, Marketing Director for the JCTA, said lodging tax revenue has increased by nearly 12% this year over 2024, and gave more details. Johnson …

August 13, 2025

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JCSD1 Board Accepts Funding for Special Olympics Position

News – Sheridan Media The Johnson County School Board has voted to accept funding for a Special Olympics coach position for the local program. JCSD1 Superintendent Charles Auzqui requested the matter be added to the board’s agenda for discussion. Auzqui further explained that the funding is from the federal government through an application process the

August 13, 2025

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Change of Plea

News – Sheridan Media A change of plea hearing was held Tuesday afternoon in Fourth Judicial District Court for a man charged with sexual assault. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Change of Plea Pursuant the terms of a plea agreement reached with the State, 24-year-old Hunter Weiss pleaded guilty to one count of …

August 13, 2025

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Back to School at SCSD#3

News – Sheridan Media Monday, August 18 is back-to-school at SCSD#3. Superintendent Chase Christensen said they have staff back starting Tuesday, “We’re super excited about continuing the hard work that we have started over the last couple of years, there is not a whole lot new.” He said the teachers are continuing to refine their …

August 12, 2025

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Red Coats on a Mission: Chamber Ambassadors Connect Sheridan

News – Sheridan Media No need to alert Paul Revere — these are red coats you want to see coming. Sheridan has a group of dedicated volunteers who act as ambassadors and community connectors for not only the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce, but also the businesses and community they represent. Often seen at ribbon …

August 12, 2025

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Some season dates change in southeast Wyoming

News – Sheridan Media For hunters who travel the Cowboy State, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department is reminding hunters of later season dates for several deer hunt areas in southeast Wyoming — a change made after multiple years of public feedback during the season-setting process. This year, general license season dates for Deer Hunt …

August 12, 2025

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Road & Bridge Gives Update on Lake DeSmet North End Access

News – Sheridan Media Johnson County Road & Bridge Supervisor Scott Pehringer gave the latest information on where the county’s portion of the Lake DeSmet North End Access is at, and where it goes from here. He said his crews have been busy prepping the access area. Pehringer said there is a lot going on …

August 12, 2025

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