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Stars, Stripes and Summer Nights

News – Sheridan Media Rain showers did not dampen the spirit of the annual Sheridan WYO Rodeo Parade in downtown Sheridan Friday morning. (All photos Ron Richter©)

July 12, 2025

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Brooks Mine In Sheridan County Could Make The USA More Self Sufficient In The Energy Industry

News – Sheridan Media A mine located about 10 miles northwest of Sheridan, might have the minerals needed to help make the US less dependent on China. In May 2023, Rare Earth Minerals were discovered at the Brook Mine, which included various metallic elements that can be used in modern technology. US Energy Secretary Chris …

July 12, 2025

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Yellowstone National Park June 2025 Numbers Show Signs Of Another Packed Year

News – Sheridan Media This year could be the busiest year on record at Yellowstone National Park. The park reports there were a total of 928,250 recreational visits in June 2025, making it the second busiest June on record. Those numbers are up 1% from June 2024 (914,612 visits) and down 1% from June 2021 …

July 11, 2025

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Planning the WYO Parade

News – Sheridan Media Parades don’t just happen. People don’t just decide to get in line and advance down main street, waving at the crowds along the route. The WYO Rodeo Parade is an annual parade, and usually averages around 100 entries. That takes planning. Lots of planning. Almost a year of planning. Brandy Campbell, …

July 11, 2025

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SCSD#3 Board Hears Presentation on Summer School

News – Sheridan Media SCSD#3 Board met on Wednesday, July 9, with a light agenda. One community member, Amy Rowe, addressed the board with a concern about the school library. She added that she might be a little bit bias, because she loves to read, but she felt the library in the school was important …

July 11, 2025

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Making it look easy: Bridger and Ringley applaud city workers

News – Sheridan Media City of Sheridan Mayor Rich Bridger and Police Captain Tom Ringley appeared on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse this week to remind residents and visitors to allow city crews the time and space needed to clean up after the Sheridan WYO Rodeo Parade. Captain Ringley noted that while many people recognize the …

July 11, 2025

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West Nile Virus confirmed in Sheridan County mosquito samples

News – Sheridan Media The Sheridan County Weed and Pest Control District is alerting the community to confirmed presence of West Nile virus (WNV) in local mosquito samples. So far, no human, horse, bird, or other animal cases have been reported in Sheridan County. Routine testing of adult mosquitoes is conducted by Weed and Pest …

July 11, 2025

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JO CO First to be Discussed at July 15 City-County Meeting

News – Sheridan Media During the announcements section of the Buffalo City Council meeting, Councilwoman Myra Camino asked for a discussion to be had concerning JO CO First and the Bomber Mountain Civic Center. According to discussion at the county commission meeting, JO CO First was originally created for economic development organization but has

July 11, 2025

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JCSD1 Board Approves New Kaycee Principal

News – Sheridan Media The Johnson County School Board has officially voted to place Elizabeth Fauber in the position of Kaycee K-12 School Principal, on the recommendation of Superintendent Charles Auzqui. The employment recommendations were presented to the school board by Auzqui during a special meeting Wednesday evening. Fauber was previously the fifth

July 11, 2025

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Sheridan Commission OK’s Consent to Assignment at County Airport

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners considered a Lessor’s Consent to Assignment at the county airport concerning McDonnell & McDonnell II Land and Little Horn State Bank, as requested by Airport Manager Robert Gill. He explained further. The commission had no comment or questions concerning the request, and voted unanimously to

July 11, 2025

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