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Channel Catfish thrive in Kinnear Pond, offering great summer fishing opportunity

News – Sheridan Media Catfish anglers have increased opportunities at Kinnear Pond. Wyoming Game and Fish Department are reporting that recent sampling shows channel catfish in the pond are doing well, offering a solid fishing opportunity for anglers this summer. According to the Department, located just southeast of the community of Kinnear, Kinnear Pond

July 1, 2025

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Buffalo Celebrating July 4th with Community BBQ Event

News – Sheridan Media The Buffalo Chamber of Commerce has organized a community Independence Day celebration in Washington Park this July 4. Amber Eggers, with the Chamber of Commerce, recently spoke to the city council about the community get-together. The event will begin at noon and continue through 5 p.m. and will feature live music, …

July 1, 2025

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Recreate Responsibly on Independence Day

News – Sheridan Media Celebrating July 4 outdoors is a national tradition, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service welcomes visitors this Friday. But remember, fireworks and pyrotechnics are prohibited on public lands — every forest, every campsite, every day.  As forests expect a record number of visitors at our Bighorn National

July 1, 2025

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Sheridan Commission OKs NOIs to Vacate on 15th Street

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners have approved to publish two Notices of Intent (NOI) to vacate Public Right-of-Ways in the Downer Addition. The first is known as 15th Street adjacent to Lots 3 and 4 of Block 64 and Lots 1 and 15 of Block 65. County Engineer Ken Muller explained his recommendation …

July 1, 2025

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Secretary Gray Files Motion to Dismiss Federal Lawsuit

News – Sheridan Media Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray, through his counsel, filed a motion Friday to dismiss a federal lawsuit filed by the Equality State Policy Center challenging Wyoming House Bill 156, which requires proof of United States citizenship and proof of Wyoming residency to register to vote. Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck …

July 1, 2025

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Sheridan County to Consider Grant Application for Transportation Plan

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners, at their upcoming meeting Tuesday, will consider the submission of a grant application for federal funding through Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for the Big Horn Transportation Alternatives study and plan project. They will consider a retail liquor license transfer; a preliminary plat

June 30, 2025

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History: Unusual Pets in the Past

News – Sheridan Media We love our pets. Across the United States, the pet industry is big business, with pet owners spending over a billion dollars a year on pet food, vet care and pet supplies. Although people tend to view their pets a little different today, more like members of the family than animals, …

June 30, 2025

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Buffalo Council OK’s All But One Request for Longmire Days

News – Sheridan Media The Buffalo City Council has approved a number of street closure requests for the upcoming Longmire Days celebration, but tabled one request for an open container area. Vice-mayor Myra Camino detailed the street closure requests. Longmire Days Organizers also requested a designated open container area, which was tabled due to

June 30, 2025

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Sheridan Commission Accepts Amendment to EMS Agreement

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners considered Amendment “B” to the joint agreement between the county, City of Sheridan, and Wyoming Regional EMS, LLC for emergency medical services. County Administrative Director Cameron Duff detailed the amendment. Duff further explained that the county will not need to change their budget for

June 30, 2025

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Sheridan/Johnson County Unemployment Numbers Increase In May 2025

News – Sheridan Media Wyoming’s unemployment rate did not change from April to May, but the North-Central part of the state saw a bit of change in the wrong direction. The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services says the statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 3.3%. The rate was at 3.1% in May of …

June 29, 2025

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