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Wyoming Approves Possible Pipeline Investment

By Ron Richter on Thu 12/10/2009 10:56pm

CHEYENNE, (AP) - Wyoming's top statewide elected officials have given the state Treasurer's Office authority to negotiate a possible $300 million state investment in a proposed natural gas pipeline. The five officials, sitting as the State Loan and Investment Board, voted Thursday to approve the investment provided the Treasurer's Office can reach acceptable terms.

Competency Concerns Delay Court Proceedings For Accused Kidnapper

By Kurt Layher on Thu 12/10/2009 06:11am

In August of this year police arrested 48-year-old Kevin Fuller on charges of kidnapping after an incident at the Maverik Store in South Sheridan. After his case was bound over to 4th Judicial District Court for trial, the court set an arraignment hearing for September 10th. During that hearing counsel raised a concern about Fuller’s competency to stand trial.

Christmas Carol Begins Tonight At WYO Theater

By Kurt Layher on Thu 12/10/2009 05:33am

"Bah Humbug!!!" We’ve all heard that before at this time of year. Whether you’ve seen the movie, read the book, or even witnessed a live performance, the allure of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is timeless. The live performance has also become something of a tradition for the WYO Theater in Sheridan. The show was adapted for the WYO stage by Craig Johnson over a decade ago.

Chamber Of Commerce Selects 2009 Award Winners

By Kurt Layher on Thu 12/10/2009 05:26am

The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce sponsors programs like Leadership Sheridan and legislative forums, but every December they get together to honor some of their own. The Chamber members vote to give four awards each year including Volunteer of the Year, Business of the Year, Business Person of the Year, and the Schmoozie Award.

Meeting At Sheridan College Will Focus On Goose Creek TMDL And Watershed Effort

By Ron Richter on Thu 12/10/2009 01:05am

The 2nd public meeting for the Goose Creek Watershed TMDL will take place tonight at Sheridan College. The consultants will be discussing phase two of the TMDL analysis completed for bacteria and sediment on the Goose Creek Watershed.

Game And Fish Continues To Monitor Chronic Wasting Disease

By Ron Richter on Wed 12/09/2009 11:05pm

Every year during big game hunting season, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department conducts surveys to keep tabs on the number of animals with chronic wasting disease. Game and Fish Information Specialist Warren Mischke.

CVC Program Aims To Help Generational Poverty With Pilot Program

By Ron Richter on Wed 12/09/2009 11:04pm

The Center for a Vital Community at Sheridan College has embarked on a pilot program entitled “Getting Ahead: Bridges out of Poverty”. The 16 week program is geared to help people transition out of generational poverty. Program Facilitator Shannon Trierwiler explains why the program is so important.

How Long Will the Below-0 Temps Hang Around?

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 12/09/2009 08:36am

-15 degrees -- that's what early-morning risers endured, prompting a call to the National Weather Service in Riverton to find out just how long it is our collective teeth are going to be violently chattering. Meteorologist Andy McNeel gives us a hint as to how long the arctic air will be hanging around.

Hundreds Gathered At The Festival Of Trees Event

By Kurt Layher on Wed 12/09/2009 03:47am

The 17th Annual Festival of Trees dinner and auction drew a large crowd despite the cold weather Tuesday night. The event is one of the main fundraisers for the Special Olympics program here in Sheridan County. Anita Badgett has been part of the Festival since it began.

Extremely Cold Weather Can Expose Us To Silent Killer

By Kurt Layher on Wed 12/09/2009 03:44am

Temperatures for the past several days have been extremely cold. We bundle up to go outside and make sure our homes and offices are completely sealed to retain heat. While it does keep us warmer, it also decreases ventilation in our homes. That makes conditions right for exposure to carbon monoxide gas.