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Wyoming Caregivers Provide $910 Million In Economic Value In 2021

News – Sheridan Media The unpaid care provided by the 58,000 caregivers in Wyoming is valued at $910 million, according to new state data available in AARP’s latest report in the Valuing the Invaluable series.  The report highlights the growing scope and complexity of family caregiving and offers actions needed to address the many challenges of

March 10, 2023

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Lummis Applauds New Labeling Requirements for US Meat

News – Sheridan Media U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) applauded a decision by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that tightens the requirements for beef, pork, chicken and eggs to earn a ‘Product of the US’ label. The new regulation will better inform consumers about the country of origin and quality of their food. Senator Lummis …

March 10, 2023

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Barrasso: ‘Republicans are United to Make America Safer’

News – Sheridan Media The U.S. Senate this week, by a 81 to 14 vote, passed a resolution that blocks a Washington, D.C. crime bill that lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in Congress view as weak on crime. The U.S. House in February voted 250 to 173 to reverse the legislation. The Washington, …

March 10, 2023

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Sheridan Vs. Green River Girls Basketball 4A State Tournament Highlights – 3/9/23

News – Sheridan Media Kevin Koile – Sheridan Media Click here to see a box score and stats from the game. 1st Quarter: 0:06 Alli Ligocki Sher 3 GR 0 0:18 Ayla Lindsey Sher 3 GR 3 0:30 Ligocki Sher 5 GR 3 0:44 Brooke Larsen Sher 8 GR 3 0:58 Larsen Sher 11 GR …

March 9, 2023

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Bill looks to amend Wyoming Constitution to provide tax relief 

News – Sheridan Media State Senator Dave Kinskey (R – District 22) made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program to discuss a few of the results from the 2023 Wyoming Legislative Session.  With property tax rate increases averaging 16 percent throughout the Cowboy State, Wyoming residents are feeling the pinch.  Many bills were

March 9, 2023

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Wyoming Baroque at the Whitney Center for the Arts

News – Sheridan Media Save the date as Wyoming Baroque will perform at The Whitney Center for the Arts in Kennison Hall at 7 p.m. Friday, March 31.  Wyoming Baroque brings together nationally known artists specializing in historically informed performances to perform in the Cowboy State.  Directed by Dr. Mark Bergman, specializes in 17th and …

March 9, 2023

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Spring brings the need to be bear-wise

News – Sheridan Media With the arrival of spring, bears will begin to wake from a long winter slumber.  Bears are a resource in the Bighorn Forest, although a predator, bears are a vital part of the ecosystem that keeps the forest vibrant for hikers, hunters, recreationalists, campers and anyone who enjoys heading up the …

March 9, 2023

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Johnson County Lifts Hiring Freeze for Road & Bridge

News – Sheridan Media Johnson County’s Commissioners voted to lift the ongoing hiring freeze for the county road & bridge department to hire a replacement for an outgoing employee. Road & Bridge Supervisor Scott Pehringer spoke with the commission to explain further why he needed the freeze lifted. Pehringer said he will be losing a …

March 9, 2023

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Sheridan Commission Ratifies Letter for Crisis Center ARAP Funding

News – Sheridan Media Sheridan County’s Commissioners have voted to ratify a letter to Governor Mark Gordon and the rest of the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB) asking for consideration of the funding application for the emPath & Crisis Stabilization Unit that is proposed for Sheridan Memorial Hospital. In the letter, the commission explained

March 9, 2023

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Buffalo Council Passes Annexation on First Reading

News – Sheridan Media Ordinance No. 1414, which will approve the annexation of the Deer Park Addition to the City of Buffalo has passed its first reading by the Buffalo City Council. During their regular meeting this week, the council discussed the annexation before the vote. Councilman John Camino asked Planner/Building Inspector Terry Asay about

March 9, 2023

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