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History: Regimental Bands on the Frontier

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Regimental bands were a part of the frontier army outposts during the 19th and 20th Centuries. Fort Phil Kearny, Fort McKinney, and Fort MacKenzie all had regimental bands that played at dance, funerals, and ceremonies at the fort. The Cheyenne Daily Sun, July 4, 1886 – The Fourth Infantry Passes

January 5, 2026

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Freeze Out 600

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Thirty-eight long range rifle shooters competed in the first-ever Freeze Out 600 at a range southeast of Sheridan Saturday, Jan. 3, 2025. Shooters shot at five gongs, 12-inch, 10 inches, eight inches, six inches and four inches, from 635 yards. The event was sponsored by Little Goose Long Range. Lacy

January 5, 2026

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First Day Hike at Fort Phil Kearny

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Every January, Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site participates in the “First Day Hike” program a national initiative designed to encourage not only a healthy and active lifestyle but an appreciation for the nation’s parks and historic sites. Site Superintendent Sharie Shada talked about the Fort

January 4, 2026

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Museum at the Bighorns New Exhibit Now Open

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” On Jan 2, a good crowd attended the Members Morning preview event to view the new exhibit, which opened the same day. The exhibit Transitions of the Landscape is a selection of Jessamine Spear Johnson’s photographs from the 1926 events at the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of the Little …

January 4, 2026

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10th-annual Resolution Run 5K

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Twenty-nine runners started the New Year off on a bright and warm sunny morning by participating in the Sheridan Recreation District’s 10th-annual Resolution Run 5k which started and finished at the Sheridan Recreation District Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. Jordan Trapp and his son Andrew ran the 5K for the

January 4, 2026

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Applications for Game and Fish camps opened Jan. 1

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has opened the applications for their many camp offerings.  According to the Department, nine camps will be held this summer, with a variety of age requirements and topics, at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp near Dubois. With semi-private cabins, catered meals

January 3, 2026

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Fleet Replacement Plan

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The City of Sheridan Fleet Replacement Plan within the Utilities Department identifies the schedule and projected cost for replacing each of its fleet assets on a prescribed basis. City Fleet and Administrative Coordinator Heather Czaplinski said the main criteria that establish an asset’s schedule for

January 3, 2026

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Clearmont Residents Celebrate New Year’s Eve

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Clear Creek Recreation District in Clearmont held their annual New Year’s Eve party and dance on December 31. There was music and a light show by DJ Mike Guyer. There was also a game room and movies for the youngsters. Rec District Director Amy Rowe talked about this year’s …

January 3, 2026

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SCLT working to conserve the history of everyday Sheridan families

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan Community Land Trust is working to conserve the history of Sheridan and its residents and is asking for the public’s help. History Program Manager Kevin Knapp organizes one of SCLT’s most popular programs and, as 2026 begins, sees a bright future in local history. SCLT is a 501(c)(3)

January 3, 2026

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Wizard of Oz auditions at The Cowboy Carousel Discovery Center

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Cowboy Carousel Discovery Center is calling all performers ages 5 through 17 to audition for its spring production of The Wizard of Oz. Actors can be seasoned or brand new to the stage, and the Center is inviting the public to audition for an opportunity to be part of …

January 3, 2026

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