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WYDOT to Present Latest STIP Plan to Local Governments February 17

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will present the latest State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), during the county commission and city council meetings February 17 in Buffalo. According to a release, the STIP outlines WYDOT’s construction projects scheduled over the next six

February 10, 2026

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UW Extension to Offer Private Pesticide Applicator Programs in Northeast Wyoming

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The University of Wyoming Extension will offer 10 pesticide safety education programs for private applicators in northeast Wyoming in February and March. Programs will take place in Crook, Johnson, Natrona, Sheridan and Weston counties. Dates, times and locations are as follows. Johnson County Feb. 27,

February 10, 2026

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Sheridan Commission OKs Purchase of Software for Public Works

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan County’s Commissioners voted to approve the purchase of new software for the Public Works Department. County Engineer Ken Muller explained why the new software was needed and gave hisrecommendation. According to discussion, the new software would have an initial set-up cost of $2,000 and then

February 10, 2026

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BPD Chief Praises Operation Blue Santa

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo police Chief Sean Bissett, during his recent report to the city council, gave praises to Erika McCarter and their annual Operation Blue Santa program that helps families during the Christmas season. We will have more about Operation Blue Santa in an upcoming story. Chief Bissett also gave the

February 10, 2026

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Sheridan County Coroner’s Office Confirms Human Remains Found to Be James “Bo” Galloway

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Sheridan County Coroner’s Office confirmed Monday that the human remains found last month on airport property to be that of James “Bo” Galloway. On the evening of January 5, 2026, the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office contacted the County Coroner’s Office to notify the coroner that human

February 10, 2026

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Governor Gordon Delivers State of the State Address

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” The Wyoming Legislature is tasked with approving a balanced biennial budget for the State during the next month. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Governor Gordon Delivers State of the State Address In his 2026 State of the State to the 68th Wyoming Legislature Monday morning, Governor Mark

February 10, 2026

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Longmire Days Dates to be Announced Monday Evening

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Longmire Days will again be happening in Buffalo in the Summer of 2026, and dates for the celebration will be announced on Monday, February 9 at 6 p.m. MST via social media and the Longmire website. The celebration traditionally offers a chance to meet actors from the show, get autographs, …

February 9, 2026

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Jennings Announces Run for House District 30

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Sheridan Republican Mark Jennings announced Thursday he will be running for the seat in House District 30. Jennings held the seat for ten years before vacating it two years ago to run for the seat in Senate District 22, which was won by Barry Crago of Buffalo. Jennings told The …

February 9, 2026

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Haas Approved for Seat on One Percent Committee

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Buffalo’s City Council approved Mayor Shane Schrader’s choice for appointment to the Optional One Percent Sales Tax Committee. Mayor Schrader made the request of the council. Heather Gorman Haas will serve a four-year term on the committee. The committee meets every year to interview and make

February 9, 2026

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History: A 3-Cent Gas Tax Passed 100 Years Ago

News – Sheridan Media {“value”:” Today, most of us just pump gas into our cars without thinking how much of what we pay per gallon is tax. In Wyoming there is a 24.4 cents per gallon tax on gasoline. This tax is used keep the Wyoming highways in good condition for the hundreds of cars …

February 9, 2026

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