April 2020 – Page 2 – Sheridan Media

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April 30, 2020 News Release

NATIONAL PARKS-CELLPHONES VS SILENCE PHOENIX (AP) — National parks are grappling with how to expand cellphone service while preserving the serenity of nature. While the plans are a lower priority for the National Park Service during the coronavirus pandemic, officials are intent on resolving the connectivity issue as states gradually…

Spanish Influenza, Oct. 16, 1918

April 30, 2020 Pat Blair

Sheridan Media reporter Pat Blair looks back in time, over 100 years ago, to the impact of Spanish influenza as reported in the pages of the Sheridan Enterprise in 1918. The spread of the influenza epidemic has increased the use of ice in homes in Sheridan, and the city is…

Equine Therapy

April 30, 2020 Ron Richter

CHAPS Equine Assisted Therapy is a local non-profit serving youth, adults and veterans with equine assisted activities and therapies. Members of CHAPS and three of their horses, spent some time Wednesday afternoon visiting a few organizations in Sheridan. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Equine Therapy (Photo Ron Richter…

State Health Officer Discusses ‘Face Coverings’

April 29, 2020 Ron Richter

During Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s COVID-19 news conference Tuesday, State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist discussed face-coverings and how they factor in with the State’s modified public health orders. Dr. Harrist Dr. Harrist talked about when people should wear face coverings. Dr. Harrist Dr. Harrist said that if everyone wears…

Governor Gordon Extends Quarantine Directive, Announces Campground Openings

April 29, 2020 Ron Richter

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon announced Wednesday that he has extended through May 8, his directive requiring any individual coming to Wyoming from another state or country for a non-work-related purpose, to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days. Public health conditions permitting, the Governor said in a news release that he anticipates…

Hospital Starts Process of Reopening

April 29, 2020 Pat Blair

After more than six weeks of essentially being shut down, Sheridan Memorial Hospital has started the process of reopening. Speaking at Wednesday’s hospital board meeting, Dr. John Addlesperger, Sheridan Memorial’s chief medical officer, said the hospital suspended procedures about six weeks ago at the recommendation of the surgeon general to…

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UW School of Pharmacy produces hand sanitizer

April 29, 2020 Floyd Whiting

With hand sanitizer in high demand but in short supply, University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Professor Sreejayan (Zree-Jie-ann) Nair converted a pharmacy lab into a temporary hand sanitizer production facility. Nair approached School of Pharmacy Dean Kem Kruger and College of Health Science Dean David Jones with his ideas…

Marsh Elected UW Trustee Board Chairman

April 29, 2020 Webmaster

The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees recently elected Torrington businessman Jeff Marsh as their new Chairman. According to a release, Marsh will take on the role from current Chairman Dave True of Casper in May. Marsh has been on the board since 2011 when then Governor Matt Mead appointed…

Johnson County EOC Latest COVID-19 Information

April 29, 2020 Aaron Palmer

The Johnson County Emergency Operations Center released the latest information on COVID-19 in the county Wednesday. There will be a joint media briefing with the Johnson County Healthcare Center Friday morning at 9:30. Governor Mark Gordon, in conjunction with the Wyoming Department of Health, issued continuation of the existing three…

County Approves Klondike Road Re-alignment

April 29, 2020 Aaron Palmer

The Johnson County Commission has approved two resolutions that altered two existing county road surveys to change portions of Klondike Road to follow the current alignment as it exists on the ground, as well as the easements pertaining to the road. Representatives from Big Horn Surveying and County Road and…

Blackbird Minor Subdivision Approved

April 29, 2020 Aaron Palmer

Johnson County’s Commissioners gave final approval for the Blackbird Minor Subdivision, after a presentation by County Planner Jim Waller during their recent meeting. Waller gave details about the subdivision, which is on Robinson Lane, just off of Airport Road. Waller said the concerns were addressed by the Planning Commission and…

COVID-19 a Factor in County Budget

April 29, 2020 Pat Blair

As Sheridan County commissioners plan for next year’s budget, they anticipate losses in sales and severance taxes as a result of the COVID-19 crisis and, potentially, the amount of funds the county will get from the state Legislature. In an interview Wednesday with Sheridan Media, County Commission Chairman Nick Siddle…

Conservation Organization Seeks Nominations for Award

April 29, 2020 Pat Blair

The Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust is seeking nominations for the 2020 Kurt Bucholz Conservation Award. The award was created in 2008 and awarded annually to an individual who shares the desire of the late Dr. Bucholz to support the landscapes and waterways of Wyoming. Individuals eligible for nomination should…

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April 29, 2020 James Timberlake

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April 29, 2020 James Timberlake

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