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G&F: Leftover licenses on sale now

News – Sheridan Media First come, first served leftover licenses went on sale the early morning of July 17, on the Wyoming Game and Fish Department license and application page and at regional offices.  According to the Department, the licenses represent the remaining antelope, elk and deer licenses following the leftover draw. Game and Fish …

July 18, 2025

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Fighting Invasive Grasses: How SCLT Is Restoring Native Habitat at BGNA

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan Community Land Trust has been working to restore natural grasses at the Big Goose Natural Area. With invasive annual grasses like ventenata and cheatgrass becoming a serious threat to the health of grasslands across Sheridan County, the SCLT is taking action to restore native vegetation and steward the land for …

July 18, 2025

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Public Comment Period Closing Soon on Changes to WBC Grant and Loan Program

News – Sheridan Media The Wyoming Business Council remains focused on building a stronger, more resilient Wyoming. To achieve this mission, the WBC has crafted new rules for the state’s largest economic development fund – the Business Ready Community grant and loan program. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has more. Public Comment Period Closing Soon on

July 18, 2025

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Senator Barrasso: Republicans’ Big Beautiful Bill Unleashes Wyoming Energy

News – Sheridan Media U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), Senate Majority Whip, spoke on the Senate Floor Thursday to discuss the historic opening of the Brook Mine in Sheridan. The Brook Mine is the first rare earth elements mine to break ground in 70 years. Senator Barrasso said Republicans’ Big Beautiful Bill unleashes Wyoming energy. …

July 18, 2025

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Several SCSD#2 Schools to Offer Free Breakfast and Lunch

News – Sheridan Media At the July board of trustees meeting on July 14, SCSD#2 announced their participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, a significant step in the district’s food service program. Eligible schools include Henry A. Coffeen, Highland Park, Woodland Park, Meadowlark, Sagebrush, The Wright Place, and John C.

July 17, 2025

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Mayor of Buffalo selected to serve on Public Safety Communications Commission

News – Sheridan Media Buffalo’s Mayor, Shane Schrader, has recently been appointed to the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s Public Safety Communications Commission (PSCC). According to WYDOT, the creation of the PSCC occurred at a time when federal funding for public safety communications peaked following the 9/11 incidents. Initially, this

July 17, 2025

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SPD: a good WYO Rodeo with no major incidents 

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan Police Department Chief Travis Koltiska and Captain Tom Ringley said the events of WYO Rodeo went very well this year.  Both Koltiska and Ringley have served the City of Sheridan for over two decades, and during that time, they’ve seen the events surrounding the WYO Rodeo evolve significantly. Chief Koltiska …

July 17, 2025

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Buffalo Council OK’s Blacktooth Subdivision Final Plat

News – Sheridan Media A proposed subdivision’s final plat was reviewed by the Buffalo City Council. The Blacktooth Subdivision will create 8 new lots to build four duplexes located in the Hamilton Addition to the City of Buffalo. There have been concerns raised over parking in the subdivision, and Councilwoman Myra Camino asked City Planner …

July 17, 2025

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Sheridan Commission Reminds Residents of Partial Fire Restrictions

News – Sheridan Media In the Announcements portion of their meeting this week, the Sheridan County Commission wanted to remind the public about the Partial Fire Restrictions enacted earlier this month, and asked that residents be careful during the hot and dry conditions. Commissioner Nick Siddle. Some of the restrictions include a prohibition on open

July 17, 2025

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Governor Gordon Discusses Budget Session, Education on Let’s Talk Wyoming Podcast

News – Sheridan Media Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon  was recently interviewed by former state legislator Amy Edmonds of Cheyenne on the “Let’s Talk Wyoming.” Edmonds, who hosts the podcast, raised the issue of misinformation and its potentially damaging impact on the state, as recently covered in the Governor’s “On Brand” online publication.

July 17, 2025

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