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Annual Hearts Build Homes Banquet Is Less Than Two Weeks Away

By Ron Richter on Wed 02/17/2010 12:26pm

Habitat for Humanity of the Eastern Bighorns will be holding their 14th annual Hearts Build Homes Banquet in Sheridan a week from this Saturday. Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Jessica Lindsley says there are plenty of entertaining things planned for the evening.

Sheridan School District 1 Board Approves Early Retirement Requests

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 02/17/2010 11:21am

Of the few action items taken by the Sheridan County School District 1 Board at their February meeting Tuesday night, Trustees in Executive Session approved a list of six early retirement requests for four certified and four classified employees. Superintendent Sue Belish.

Sheridan County Commission Considers Amendment to Groundwater Protection Zoning Language

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 02/17/2010 09:27am

At Tuesday's Sheridan County Commission meeting, Commissioners considered and approved a resolution that would require a 5-acre minimum tract for new subdivisions in areas where groundwater protection is a concern. Specifically, this would look with a future eye toward cluster subdivisions which would enable smaller lots using enhanced septic technology.

Sheridan School District 1 Frustrations with the School Facilities Commission

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 02/17/2010 09:12am

The February meeting of the Sheridan County District 1 Board of Trustees was more of an informational meeting than one of much action, as Trustees and Superintendent Sue Belish discussed the ongoing frustrations with the Wyoming School Facilities Commission and changes they've been implementing on the Big Horn High School and Elementary School construction project.

Sheridan County Commission Holds Final Regular February Meeting

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 02/17/2010 09:08am

Sheridan County Commissioners Tuesday considered and approved an FAA draft Grant Agreement for the upcoming rehabilitation project for Runway 14/32 at the Sheridan County Airport.

Random Drug Testing Resolution Passed By City Council

By Ron Richter on Wed 02/17/2010 12:00am

There was plenty of debate by the Sheridan City Council Tuesday night about developing a random drug testing policy for the Sheridan Police and Fire Departments. Council approved a resolution that would direct the Interim Police Chief and Fire Chief to work with their employees on crafting a thorough random drug and alcohol policy.

City Council Approves Change To Building Code On 1st Reading

By Ron Richter on Tue 02/16/2010 11:55pm

The Sheridan City Council approved on 1st reading an amendment to the City's building code. The amendment would change the occupancy requirement from 100 to 300 occupants before an automatic sprinkler system is required. City Public Works Director Nic Bateson says there is a legal issue that will need to be addressed.

Murder Suspect Has Preliminary Hearing In Court

By Ron Richter on Tue 02/16/2010 07:24pm

28-year-old Sheridan resident Shawn Osborne had his preliminary hearing in Sheridan County Circuit Court Tuesday. Osborne is charged with 1st Degree Murder for the alleged killing of Gerald Bloom at 1075 Bellevue Avenue on January 15th, 2010.

Sheridan County Commission Votes to Support Forward Sheridan Grant Application for Start-Up Business Incubator

By MaryJo Johnson on Tue 02/16/2010 12:43pm

At Tuesday's Sheridan County Commission meeting, members of Forward Sheridan and other business leaders in the community came before the Commission to receive their authorization to submit an application to the Wyoming Business Ready Community Grant and Loan Program for a Community Readiness Project.

Casper Marine in Afghanistan Survives Sniper Shot to Helmet

By MaryJo Johnson on Tue 02/16/2010 11:58am

from The Wall Street Journal

MARJAH, Afghanistan - It is hard to know whether Monday was a very bad day or a very good day for Lance Cpl. Andrew Koenig. On the one hand, he was shot in the head. On the other, the bullet bounced off him.