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University Of Wyoming Considering Tuition Increase Starting In 2024-25 School Year

News – Sheridan Media The University of Wyoming seeks public comment on recommendations regarding student tuition for the 2024-25 academic year. At its upcoming Sept. 20-22 meeting, the UW Board of Trustees is expected to act on the recommendations from the university administration, and public input will help inform the trustees’ decision. The board is

August 9, 2023

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Wyoming Drug Trafficker Sentenced in Federal Court

News – Sheridan Media A Cheyenne man was recently sentenced in Wyoming Federal Court for drug trafficking. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Drug Trafficker Sentence Chief U.S. District Court Judge Scott W. Skavdahl sentenced 30-year-old Derek Ascherin of Cheyenne to 51 months’ imprisonment for possession with intent to distribute

August 9, 2023

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Anglers: Adjust fishing practices for heat

News – Sheridan Media The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking anglers to adjust fishing practices during the state’s hottest stretch of summer. Due to increasing air temperatures across the Cowboy State, some of the state’s streams and rivers are flowing at a warmer temperature. Warmer water temperatures can affect fish survival, especially

August 9, 2023

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2023 Sod Farm Festival Aug. 19

News – Sheridan Media The 2023 Sod Farm Festival will begin at 3 p.m. on Aug. 19 at the Green Side Up sod farm on Big Goose Road.  While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, co-founder of the Foster Parent Exchange, Carla Crayton informed the public of the festival’s history and the changes that have …

August 9, 2023

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Split hunter education course offered by Game and Fish 

News – Sheridan Media The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has an internet Hunter Education completion course for the potential hunters of the Sheridan area on Sept. 30. It is the second of a two-part requirement to get a hunter education certification.  While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, Game and Fish Public Information Specialist

August 9, 2023

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Record-Breaking Year at the Sheridan County Youth Market Livestock Sale

News – Sheridan Media The 2023 Sheridan County Youth Market Livestock sale took place at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds on Monday, August 7th which saw a record-breaking year. In total, there were 232 lots sold with the gross sale accumulating to $733,636.25. The evening started out at 4:00 pm with the buyer’s dinner that took …

August 9, 2023

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Sheridan Commission OK’s Agreement for Extension Personnel

News – Sheridan Media An Annual Compensation Agreement between Sheridan County and the University of Wyoming has been ratified by the county commission. The commission approved the agreement as part of their Consent Agenda, which specifies their contribution to the salary and benefit package for the University’s Extension Office 4-H Youth Development

August 9, 2023

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Amie Holt Census Down, Still Needing CNAs

News – Sheridan Media In her report to the Hospital Board of Trustees at their last meeting, Amie Holt Care Center Director of Nursing Brenda Gorm said they had 13 people on the waiting list for a room at the facility, and families had been contacted where they found some had passed, some aren’t ready …

August 9, 2023

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Noise Variances Approved for Church Services

News – Sheridan Media A request for a variance to the city’s noise ordinance has been approved by the Buffalo City Council. Grace Fellowship Church made the request for outdoor worship services they wish to have over the next couple of weekends, as explained by Mayor Shane Schrader. According to Schrader, Pastor Paul Gilbert said, …

August 9, 2023

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WY Dept. of Education To Provide Lunch Program Regional Training

News – Sheridan Media The WDE Nutrition Team will be providing free National School Lunch Program regional training this fall with a focus on compliance and USDA updates. Registration materials will be sent out. Training will be held in Sheridan on September 12th, Powell on September 13th, Rock Springs on October 3rd, Riverton on October …

August 9, 2023

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