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Jo Co Commission Gets Update from 4-H Educator

News – Sheridan Media Johnson County’s Commissioners heard the annual year-end report from the University of Wyoming Extension Office in Buffalo. Bryce McKenzie, 4-H/Youth Development Extension Educator, gave highlights of the 4-H accomplishments from 2025. McKenzie said 4-H members participated in community service projects, touched on kids that went

December 5, 2025

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Sheridan Commission Approves Taylor Quarry Permit Extension

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners have approve a request for a Temporary Permit Extension for the Unified Taylor Quarry. County Planner Mark Reid detailed the reason for the request. According to information provided by the county, Ramaco Wyoming Coal, LLC bought the quarry from LeRoy Taylor and needed to extend the permit to

December 5, 2025

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Buffalo Council OK’s Loan Application for Burritt Ave. Water Main

News – Sheridan Media Buffalo’s City Council voted to approve a State Revolving Fund loan application for the proposed Burritt Avenue Water Main replacement and Sewer Main replacement projects. Mayor Shane Schrader held a Public Hearing but no public comment was offered. After closing the hearing, Mayor Schrader detailed the proposed project.

December 5, 2025

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Package Theft Concerns Rise During Holiday Delivery Season

News – Sheridan Media As online shopping increases during the holiday season, the Sheridan Police Department is reminding residents to take extra steps to protect delivered packages. SPD Captain Tom Ringley said many gifts arrive during daytime hours when no one is home, creating easy opportunities for thieves who look for unattended boxes on porches

December 4, 2025

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Winter Driving Conditions Arrive in Northern Wyoming 

News – Sheridan Media The Department of Transportation reports that each year 24% of weather-related vehicle crashes occur on snowy, slushy, or icy pavement and 15% happen during snowfall or sleet. Nearly 900 people are killed and about 76,000 are injured each year in crashes occurring in these weather conditions.  With winter finally arriving, driving

December 4, 2025

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Trail End Open House This Weekend

News – Sheridan Media Join the Kendrick Mansion friends and volunteers for the Holiday Open House, December 5, 6, and 7, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. This has been an annual Sheridan tradition for over forty years! The event features live music, figgy pudding and hot cider in the kitchen, and holiday decorations throughout …

December 4, 2025

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Jo Co Commission OK’s Electrical Service at Kaycee’s HJP

News – Sheridan Media Johnson County’s Commissioners considered a request from officials at the Harold Jarrard Park in Kaycee. Commission Chairman Bill Novotny gave more details on what they were asking. Commissioner Jeff Shelley made a motion to approve, saying the electrical service could be used for a number of other events at the park. …

December 4, 2025

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UW’s IMPACT 307 to Host ‘Startup Lunch and Learn’ Webinar Dec. 10

News – Sheridan Media The University of Wyoming is alerting startup professionals of an opportunity to learn how to take better control of various aspects of their businesses. IMPACT 307, UW’s business incubator, will host a Startup Lunch and Learn webinar titled “Get a Grip on Your Business!” from noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. In-person …

December 4, 2025

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Buffalo Council Approves Requests for Light Up Buffalo Events

News – Sheridan Media Buffalo’s City Council considered requests for a street closure and variances for a fireworks display this weekend in conjunction with the lighted Christmas Parade and Chili Feed in Crazy Woman Square. Buffalo FFA will be sponsoring the Light Up Buffalo event, as discussed by FFA member Brooklyn Shultz and Buffalo Mayor …

December 4, 2025

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Sheridan Commission Approves Holidays for 2026

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County employees now know their Holiday schedule for the coming year, after the Resolution naming the dates was approved by the County Commission. Resolution No 25-12-031 approved holidays for 2026, which are applicable to the courthouse and other county offices. Approved were New Year’s Day, January 1; Equality Day,

December 4, 2025

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