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Jousters Compete For Renaissance Fans At Sheridan County Fairgrounds

The Sheridan County Fairgrounds turned back time this past weekend by about 700-to-800 years. Many renaissance period fans were at the fairgrounds to dance, socialize and watch the Knights of Mayhem put on a jousting competition. The jousting events are more than just a show for the crowd. There is a world jousting championship event …

August 1, 2022

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Night of One-Acts with WYO PLAY’s Young Theatre Makers

WYO PLAY has announced that their residents of Young Theatre Makers Ensemble will present a night of one-act plays.  The Ensemble will perform Brian The Comet and The Inexplicable Chaos Factor of Mia Gregory, two one-act plays by Emily Hageman. Both plays are being produced by special arrangement with Stage Partners. Brian The Comet follows …

August 1, 2022

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Wildland fire in Crook County

Federal, state, and local firefighters are responding to the Fish Wildfire near Sundance. The fire was reported at approximately 11:30 a.m. July 31. According to the Forest Service, the fire is burning on the Bearlodge Ranger District, Black Hills National Forest. As of 7 p.m. July 31, the fire was estimated to be at 500 …

August 1, 2022

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Finding Meaning and Hope

According to Dementia Wyoming, 9,400 people are currently living with Alzheimer’s Disease in Wyoming. This does not include those living with other types of dementia. 28,000 unpaid caregivers are supporting those living with Alzheimer’s. This number is decreasing drastically, creating a greater need for Wyoming’s communities to  be involved. By 2025,

August 1, 2022

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Agreement with SCLT Approved by Sheridan County

Sheridan County’s Commissioners voted to approve an agreement with the Sheridan Community Land Trust for a parking spot in the county lot on Coffeen Avenue. County Administrative Director Renee Obermueller discussed the agreement with the commission during their last meeting, saying the SCLT has no specified parking near their office on Main Street. The

August 1, 2022

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Sheep Featured Tuesday at JCF&R

The Johnson County Fair continues Tuesday with sheep the featured livestock for the day. There will be the Sheep Show, Lamb Feed by the Johnson County Wool Growers, and the big event, the Sheep Lead in the evening. Additionally, the Exhibit Hall has its Grand Opening, Sweet Treats from Sheridan College in Johnson County, the …

August 1, 2022

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Hospital Board OKs Budget for Phase II Construction

The Hospital Board of Trustees for the Johnson County Healthcare Center have approved funding for the budget for Phase II of their current capital construction project. Shawn O’Dell, with O’Dell Construction, gave a presentation to the board at their recent meeting, telling them the preliminary estimated budget for Phase II was $8.5 million, which

August 1, 2022

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Fire Restrictions In Effect In Three Southeast Montana Counties

As the temperature continues to climb, several counties in southeast Montana are taking preventative measures to prevent a wildland fire from breaking out. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks have placed Stage 1 fire restrictions in Big Horn, Treasure and Musselshell counties. Campfires at FWP sites are in place except for Tongue River Reservoir State Park,

August 1, 2022

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Governor Appoints Secretary of State Buchanan to be a District Court Judge for the Eighth Judicial District

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has appointed Wyoming Secretary of State Ed Buchanan to be a District Court Judge for the Eighth Judicial District serving Goshen County. Secretary Buchanan will remain in office to fulfill his forthcoming duties and ensure a smooth transition before taking the bench. In a media release issued by Gordon’s Office, Buchanan

August 1, 2022

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Dayton Days Celebrates 45 Years

The 45th Annual Dayton Days kicked off on Friday, July 29, with the Cow-pie classic, tennis shoe kick off, and a pool party on Friday. On Saturday, July 30, the Dayton/Ranchester Rotary Club served a pancake breakfast. There was also a one-mile fun run, and then the parade began at 10 a.m, followed by a …

August 1, 2022

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