Top Stories of 2025: Honorable Mentions

Some of the big stories of 2025 were not always the most clicked on, but are still worth mentioning.

Ramaco Industries held a ground breaking ceremony for the Brook Mine, after Rare Earth Minerals were discovered within the coal. (Click here)

The company, as well as US Energy Secretary Chris Wright, say the mine has the potential to help the US break China’s massive hold on the Rare Earth Mineral market. (Click here)

Krinkee Park, located outside of the Sheridan Police Department building, was dedicated in memory of fallen Police Sergeant Nevada Krinkee, who was killed while on duty in 2024. (Click here)

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital opened its new 5-bed pediatric unit (Click here) and held a ground breaking ceremony for its new Behavioral Health and Crisis Stabilization Unit. (Click here)

The Hospital also announced it is exploring a partnership with the Billings Clinic. (Click here)

The property tax reduction bill had an effect on how much money community colleges, as well as city and county entities could collect through levies and other means. (Click here)

The Sheridan County Conservation District announced it was able to secure funding to perform additional tests along the Tongue River, to see how much of an impact the Elk Fire had on the water. (Click here)

The US Army Corps of Engineers announced completion on various aquatic ecosystem restoration projects along the Big Goose and Little Goose Creeks in Sheridan. (Click here)

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies opened new apartments as part of its independent living program. (Click here)

The new Wyoming Army National Guard Vehicle Maintenance Shop was opened on the south side of the Sheridan Armory. (Click here)