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Talk on Invasive Grasses Well Attended

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” A large crowd attended the program at the Ramon Plank Center at Ucross on Friday, August 9, presented by Northeast Wyoming Invasive Grasses Working Group. The NEWIGWG is made up of several partners who are working to control the spread of invasive annual grasses that are unpalatable to livestock, crowd

August 12, 2024

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Sheridan Memorial Hospital Emergency Department To Undergo Remodeling

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” A remodel of the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Emergency Department will begin Monday, Aug. 12, affecting how individuals seeking care will enter the facility. The main entrance to the SMH Emergency Department will be closed for approximately four weeks during construction. During this time, those seeking

August 11, 2024

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Buffalo Water Quality Back in Compliance

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo’s water quality is back in compliance with drinking water standards, as reported by City Works Director Kevin Silbernagel. He made the announcement at the recent city council meeting. In an announcement sent to city water users this spring, city water had been tested and was found to be slightly

August 11, 2024

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JCSD1 Board to Appoint New Member At Monday Meeting

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” During their regular meeting Monday night, the Board of Trustees for the Johnson County School District are scheduled to make an appointment to the board to serve the remainder of the term of former trustee Randy Brown, who resigned earlier this summer. Also scheduled for the meeting is consideration of

August 11, 2024

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Sheridan Commission OKs Hazard Mitigation Plan

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan County’s Commissioners, at their last regular meeting, voted to approve Resolution No. 24-07-018, which adopted the 2024 Wyoming Region 1 Hazard Mitigation Plan. County Administrative Director Cameron Duff gave more details on the plan to the commission. The commission voted to approve and

August 11, 2024

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Senate District 22 Candidates Discuss Property Tax Relief

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” We continue our series today on the two candidates running for the Wyoming Senate District 22 seat. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Senate District 22 Candidates Discuss Property Tax Relief In March, Governor Mark Gordon signed into law a number of property tax relief bills that were

August 11, 2024

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“Kiowa: The Ones Who Follow the Sun” Presentation

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” On August 8, Noah Tsotigh, American Indian Student Interpretive Ranger, gave a talk at Fort Phil Kearny interpretive center. Dave McKee, president of FPK/BTA ( Fort Phil Kearny/ Bozeman Trail Association) introduced the speaker. Tsotigh talked about his people His presentation is titled, “Kiowa: The

August 10, 2024

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History: Jim Baker, Scout, Trapper

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” On June 17, 1876, two weeks before the Custer Fight, The Battle of the Rosebud took place near Rosebud Creek in Montana Territory. The battle was between the General Crook’s forces and the Sioux and Cheyenne warriors. Involved in the battle were the army’s Crow and Shoshone scouts, as well …

August 10, 2024

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Restoration Work Begins on Story Penrose Trail Project

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” In the next few weeks contract work will begin on the Story/Penrose Trail, North Piney Trail, and Stockwell Trail in the Bighorn National Forest. According to a media release from the Forest Service, closures are not expected but travel delays may occur. Crews recently set out stakes to mark the …

August 9, 2024

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Recreation District Executive Director Provides Update to City Officials

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan Recreation District Executive Director Alex Mock provided an update to the Sheridan City Council and Mayor Rich Bridger at Monday night’s City Council meeting. Mock said the Rec. District’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in the community by providing innovative and safe

August 9, 2024

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