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News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Several arraignment hearings took place Thursday in Fourth Judicial District Court in Sheridan.  Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. District Court News On March 12, 2026, the Sheridan Police Department responded to a report of an alleged knife attack at a residence in Sheridan County. Once

May 8, 2026

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Sheridan Commission Approves Election Districts and Precincts

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Sheridan County Election Districts and Precincts for the Primary and General Elections later this year have been approved by the county commission. County Clerk/Recorder/Election Officer Eda Schunk-Thompson spoke to the commission during their regular meeting this week about Resolution 26-05-045.

May 8, 2026

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AARP Wyoming Seeks Nominations for Community Service Award

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” AARP Wyoming is currently accepting nominations for its 2026 Andrus Award for Community Service, recognizing Wyoming residents aged 50 and older who volunteer to improve their communities in the Cowboy State. According to a news release, the nomination period is open through June 30. The recipient will be

May 7, 2026

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Gatchell Museum to Offer Talk on Nellie Tayloe Ross May 20

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum in Buffalo will have a talk centering on Nellie Tayloe Ross on May 20 at the museum. According to a release, the presentation will be made by Rick Ewig, a former instructor of Public History and associate director of the University of Wyoming’s American Heritage …

May 7, 2026

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Sheridan Commission OKs Agreement for Child Support Program

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan County’s Commissioners considered a Cooperative Agreement for Responsibilities between the Wyoming Department of Family Services, Child Support Program and the Sheridan County Clerk of District Court. Clerk of District Court Rene Botten gave details on the agreement. Botten added that the

May 7, 2026

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Buffalo Mayor Proclaims May 6-12 as Nurses Week

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The week of May 6 through 12 has been proclaimed as Nurses Week in Buffalo. Mayor Shane Schrader talked with the nurses in attendance at Tuesday’s regular city councilmeeting before making the proclamation. He then read the proclamation celebrating nurses. Schrader wrapped by urging residents to honor

May 7, 2026

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Little Goose run, jump and throw

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Big Horn High School, Tongue River High School and several Sheridan High School athletes competed in the Little Goose run, jump and throw at Big Horn High School Wednesday, May 6, 2026. To purchase these photos and see more photos, click on link below Little Big Goose run, jump and …

May 7, 2026

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Buffalo Council Denies Shiloh Rezone Request

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo’s City Council, during their regular meeting Tuesday evening, considered a request for a rezone within the city limits. Mayor Shane Schrader explained and Councilman Scott Madsen made a motion. The rezone request was asking for the change from R-3 High Density Residential to B-2 Heavy

May 6, 2026

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Sheridan Commission OKs 2% Lodging Tax Ballot Proposition

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan County’s Commissioners hav approved putting a ballot proposition before voters this year to continue the 2% County-Wide Lodging Tax. Zane Garstad, President of the Sheridan County Travel & Tourism, spoke to the commissioners to ask them to place the the proposition on the ballot. Garstad

May 6, 2026

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Jo Co Commission Awards Commissioners’ Scholarships

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Johnson County’s Commissioners have awarded the Commissioners’ Scholarships to three students graduating in 2026, and also named the alternate selections should the awardees not use the scholarships. From Buffalo High School, the awardees are Shannon Kessler and James Ihnat with Kylie Kramlich named

May 6, 2026

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