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City Seeking Volunteers for Snow Patrol

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan City Councilwoman Bev Leichtnam made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse to urge able-bodied residents to volunteer for the Snow Patrol. Designed to serve community members who are unable to shovel snow on their driveways and sidewalks due to health issues, age or disabilities, the

January 9, 2026

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Buffalo Council Awards Contract for Water Tank Rehab Project

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo’s City Council considered a Notice of Award for the Buffalo Water Tank Rehabilitation Project. City Works Director Kevin Silbernagel gave details on the proposal. In an earlier Sheridan Media story, it was reported that in the $600,000 loan for the project, the city was given $288,460 in

January 9, 2026

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North Access Ready For Use

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Johnson County Commission Chair Bill Novotny said people are already launching from the temporary boat ramp at the North Access area of Lake DeSmet. Lake DeSmet Operations Manager Paul Mavrakis recently gave a year-end report to the Johnson County Commission, saying the access area is “looking great.”

January 8, 2026

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Human Remains Found Believed to be James “Bo” Galloway

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has reported that on the afternoon of Jan. 5, the Sheridan County Airport contacted the SCSO and advised airport personnel found what was believed to be human remains within the airport property. According to Sheridan County Sheriff Levi Dominguez, both SO and

January 8, 2026

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Tongue River Fire District Crews Put Out Structure Fire In Parkman

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” At 5:34am on Wednesday, January 7th, the Tongue River Fire District responded to a report of a structure fire at 31 Railway Street in Parkman, Wyoming. Upon arrival, firefighters found a secondary structure fully engulfed in flames. The primary residence was threatened, but sustained no damage due to

January 8, 2026

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SPD Leadership Discuss Use of Force

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, Sheridan Police Chief Travis Koltiska and Captain Tom Ringley discussed the use of force by the Sheridan Police Department. According to Koltiska, transparency builds community trust. By openly sharing how often force is used, what types of force are

January 8, 2026

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Governor Gordon Recommends Removal of Weston County Clerk

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Governor Mark Gordon sent a letter to Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz Wednesday directing the AG to commence prosecution of the removal of Weston County Clerk  Becky Hadlock from office. The Governor believes Clerk Hadlock has committed several acts of misconduct or malfeasance including her failure

January 8, 2026

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Jo Co Commission Approves City’s Petition to Board of Control

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Johnson County’s Commissioners have voted to sign a petition drafted by the City of Buffalo that will be sent to the Wyoming Board of Control concerning water rights on Clear Creek. Commission Chairman Bill Novotny explained further. County Deputy Attorney Barry Crago said he saw no reason for the

January 8, 2026

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Buffalo Council Approves Fuel Dispensing Agreements

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo’s City Council considered the extension of an existing agreement between the city and the Johnson County School District, for the fuel dispensing facility used by the Joint Powers Board. Mayor Shane Schrader and City Attorney Dennis Kirven discussed the agreement further. According to Kirven,

January 8, 2026

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Sheridan Commissioners Approve Board, Liaison Assignments

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” After electing Commissioner Christi Haswell as the Chairman for 2026, the Sheridan County Commission then considered the board and liaison assignments for the year. Chairman Haswell asked for direction from the board. The commission then voted to approve and accept the assignments for the coming year as

January 8, 2026

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