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Be 307 Aware: SCSO talks new lifesaving service

According to the Office of Homeland Security, Wyoming search and rescue personnel conduct an average of more than 300 missions annually across the state for those who become lost or stranded. The Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office is promoting a new radio channel that will aid search and rescue efforts. The Be 307 Aware campaign aims …

February 24, 2022

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WY Business Council Approves SEEDA Grant Request For High-Tech Business Park

Plans to either expand the High Tech Business Park on the north side of Sheridan or build a new one, have cleared a big hurdle. Earlier this week, the Wyoming Business Council unanimously approved the Sheridan Economic and Educational Development Authority’s (SEEDA) request, for a $20,000 grant for a feasibility study for the second phase …

February 24, 2022

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Lummis Condemns Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) on Thursday condemned the invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. Lummis issued a release stating that Russians unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is wholly unacceptable, and Vladimir Putin and his cronies must pay for the loss of life and harm he is inflicting on the Ukrainian people. Lummis said that …

February 24, 2022

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Johnson County Approves CMAQ Contract

Johnson County’s Commissioners have approved the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) contract at their last meeting. County Road & Bridge Supervisor Scott Pehringer brought the contract before the commission, saying the cost was more than originally budgeted for, but that funds were available in his budget for the increase in cost. According to

February 24, 2022

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Buffalo Council Hears Request for Klondike Speed Change

The Buffalo City Council, in the Oral/Written Comments portion of their recent meeting agenda, got a request from resident Dennis Thorson about changing the speed limit on Klondike Road. Thorson explained his request, saying the county commission had directed him to discuss the issue with the council. No action was taken by the council, but …

February 24, 2022

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JCHC Board Updated on COVID, Employment

The Hospital Board of Trustees for the Johnson County Healthcare Center were updated on COVID numbers, staffing challenges and employment issues during the Chief of Staff report at their meeting Wednesday night. Dr. Mark Schueler, speaking on behalf of absent chief of staff Dr. Ryan Ludwig, said the facility has seen fewer COVID cases during …

February 24, 2022

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Tongue River Middle School Principal To Shoot Free Throws For WY Special Olympics

The free throw line in basketball is also referred to as the charity stripe, and one Sheridan County School Principal will be standing at the line for charity. As part of a friendly fundraising battle, Jeff Jones, who is the principal at Tongue River Middle School in Ranchester, will take to the court Friday (February …

February 24, 2022

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Pokes fall at CSU / Cowgirls Host UNLV Tonight / State Wrestling Open Friday

BRONC / LADY BRONC HOOPS – The Bronc and Lady Bronc basketball teams close out the regular season tomorrow night hosting Casper Kelly Walsh game times are 5:30 and 7:00 and you can hear the action live on 14-10 KWYO and 106.9 FM. 1-A – 2-A REGIONAL HOOPS – The Big Horn and Tongue River …

February 24, 2022

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Council Approves Amendment to Project Partnership Agreement With ACOE

A cost increase adjustment for the Army Corps of Engineers 1135 Ecosystem Restoration Project was an item of consideration during Tuesday night’s Sheridan City Council meeting. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Council Approves Amendment to Project Partnership Agreement With ACOE City Engineer Hanns Mercer, during a presentation to the

February 24, 2022

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Governor Gordon Recognizes Nationwide RISE Award Winner

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon recognized the selection of Newcastle Middle School Paraprofessional Keeley Anderson as the 2022 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees national awardee during a ceremony in Newcastle Wednesday. Gordon joined Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder at the ceremony, which included U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel

February 24, 2022

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