The Decker Coal mine, located about 35 miles northeast of Sheridan, has been in operation for 40 years and at one time was the largest coal mine in the state of Montana.
Thursday we reported on the various curfews in the City of Sheridan for kids under the age of 14, and those 14 to 18. Today we'll hear from Sheridan Police Officer Dan White on exactly why curfews are needed.
In a media release issued by Governor Matt Mead's Office, it states that the Governor is asking Secretary of the Interior, Ken Salazar, to extend the comment period on proposed hydraulic fracturing rules.
It was the first Third Thursday Street Festival of the summer and close to 3000 folks showed up to shop, eat, and visit with old friends in downtown historic Sheridan. Main Street was blocked off to all but foot traffic and vendors displaying their wares.