May 2021 – Sheridan Media

ACHS Graduates Look to Bright Future

May 31, 2021 cvannoy

Ethan Packard passes the Branding Iron to Tamica Smith. Arvada Clearmont High School held their graduation exercises on Sunday, May 30th at 2 p.m., with over 100 people attending the graduation. Seven students, John Klier, Kerri and Krista Malli, Traveis McBride, Madison Moss, Ethan Packard and Torrey Veach were the…

This Year May Be ‘Swan Song’ for Fishing Derby

May 31, 2021 Aaron Palmer

The 37th Annual Buffalo Lions Club Lake DeSmet Fishing Derby has gone well this year, with many prizes given away and many fish caught, with those participating having a lot of fun, according to Adam Teten, President of the Lions Club. But, there is a very good chance this may…

JCHC Hires New CEO

May 31, 2021 Aaron Palmer

Johnson County Healthcare Center has a new CEO. In a release Friday, the JCHC announced that Luke Senden will take over the position on July 5th. According to the release, Senden has, for the last three years, been the Chief Financial Officer of Box Butte General Hospital in Alliance, Nebraska;…

Buffalo Remembers Fallen Veterans

May 31, 2021 Aaron Palmer

Buffalo residents came out on Memorial Day to honor military personnel that died in the performance of their military duties. Ceremonies began at 9am at the Veteran’s Memorial on Main Street before marching to the bridge over Clear Creek for the Navy Mother’s ceremony before heading to Willow Grove Cemetery…

Sheridan Boy Scouts honor Veterans for Memorial Day

May 31, 2021 Steven Schreffler

Photos By Steven Schreffler Sheridan Boy Scouts Troop 117 & Cub Scout Pack 385 assist in placing flags to honor Veterans for Memorial day.…

Leiter and Clearmont Honor the Fallen

May 30, 2021 cvannoy

In honor of Memorial Day, Steve Klier and Melaine Thomas Klier owners of the Leiter Bar and Cafe in Leiter, Wyoming, decorated a ‘Fallen Soldier Table’ in the restaurant in honor of Memorial Day. A missing man, or fallen comrade table, is set up in military dining facilities of the…

Wyoming Women Leaders Share Tips for Running, Serving in Office

May 30, 2021 Ron Richter

A discussion this week with two prominent Wyoming lawmakers will explore common barriers women face when running for office. On the one-year anniversary of its People’s Review: Live! discussion series, the Equality State Policy Center is adding a national, nonpartisan partner. Thursday’s noon event will be the third stop in…

Memorial Day in Sheridan’s Early Days

May 28, 2021 cvannoy

Conrad Namtvedt plays “Taps” over the graves. Today, many people look forward to Memorial Day as the first day of summer, a day when families put on cook outs, people break out boats after a winter of frozen lakes, and on Lake DeSmet, it is the weekend of the annual…

Council Continues Discussion on Land Trade that Would Move Locomotive

May 28, 2021 Ron Richter

Officials with the City of Sheridan continue to weigh the options of a proposed land trade that encompasses property along East 5th Street and would involve moving the historic locomotive that sits at the corner of Broadway and 5th Street to a piece of property that is located just on…

Amending Chapter Four of City Code

May 28, 2021 Ron Richter

When the Sheridan City Council meets for their first regularly scheduled business meeting on June 7, they will be considering the third and final reading of ordinance 2229 that amends Chapter Four of City Code pertaining to alcoholic beverages. Amending the ordinance is necessary because the Wyoming Legislature earlier this…

Hidden Bridge Ranch II Minor Subdivision

May 28, 2021 Ron Richter

The Hidden Bridge Ranch II Minor Subdivision is a request to subdivide 0.7 acres from 1 lot into 3 residential lots on property located at 2278-2326 Excalibur Way. City of Sheridan Community Development Director Wade Sanner said Excalibur Construction Inc. is requesting the subdivision. Wade Sanner Sanner said as part…

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Will you be travelling out of state this summer?

May 28, 2021 Webmaster

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COVID-19 Numbers as of 3 p.m. May 28

May 28, 2021 Floyd Whiting

The Wyoming Department of Health reports the state has 50,697 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 719 deaths in the state resulting from COVID-19. Laramie County has the highest confirmed active case count in the state with 77 confirmed active cases, according to the WDH. Sheridan County has a total of…

Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to talk with kids about Summer safety

May 28, 2021 Floyd Whiting

For many kids in Sheridan County the summer vacation started on May 27. The Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents and visitors to be vigilant as the kids enjoy the weather. While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, Undersheriff Levi Dominguez reminded residents to speak to their children regarding…

WBC turns feedback into recommendations

May 28, 2021 Floyd Whiting

The Wyoming Business Council presented a public webinar on May 19, introducing a brief survey to capture public feedback on how the organization can turn the Cowboy State’s current challenges into future opportunities in Wyoming. The WBC has issued a statement thanking everyone who was able to join them for…