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Wyoming Won't Try And Block Yellowstone Snowmobile Plan

By Ron Richter on Tue 11/24/2009 10:46pm

CHEYENNE, (AP) - Wyoming won't seek an injunction against a new rule limiting the number of snowmobiles entering Yellowstone National Park this winter and next to less than half what had allowed in recent years.

Sheridan Student Athletes Excel Academically

By Kurt Layher on Tue 11/24/2009 05:28am

The fall sports season in Sheridan County School District 2 is coming to an end and winter sports are beginning. The Sheridan High School football team excelled on the field, losing only one game all season, and Activities Director Don Julian says they are starting to get the grade reports for the students.

School District 1 Looking To Receive Stimulus Funding

By Kurt Layher on Tue 11/24/2009 05:24am

Some Federal stimulus funds will be used in Sheridan County School District 1. The funds from the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act will be distributed through the Title 1 program in the state. However, to qualify for those funds, schools must have a certain ratio of students receiving free or reduced lunches.

Sheridan Mother Charged With Felony In Domestic Dispute

By Kurt Layher on Tue 11/24/2009 05:00am

An altercation on Sunday night led to a Sheridan woman being arrested for allegedly attacking her 20-year-old son with a knife. 51-year-old Barbara Barnett made her initial appearance in Sheridan County Circuit Court yesterday on charges of aggravated assault and battery.

City Planning Commission Discusses Amendment To Sign Ordinance

By Ron Richter on Mon 11/23/2009 11:17pm

The one and only agenda item that the City of Sheridan Planning Commission had before them Monday night dealt a proposed amendment to the City's sign ordinance. Sheridan City Planning Director Robert Briggs.

Scholarships Available For Those Interested In Library Education

By Ron Richter on Mon 11/23/2009 11:14pm

The Institute of Museum and Library Services grant program will be giving scholarships to 50 students from South Dakota, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana.

Wyoming Santas: Check the List Twice for Toy Safety

By MaryJo Johnson on Mon 11/23/2009 08:57am

Cheyenne, WY - (Wyo. News Service) - Almost five million toys have been recalled this year, and yet, the dangers are still lurking on toy shelves in Wyoming as holiday shoppers fill their carts this week.

University of Wyoming School of Nursing Receives $280,000 Grant

By MaryJo Johnson on Mon 11/23/2009 08:55am

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) - The University of Wyoming has received a $280,000 grant to help address the state's need for highly educated nurses. The money goes to the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing and the Wyoming Center for Nursing and Health Care Partnerships. It comes from the Wyoming Workforce Development Council and Department of Workforce Services.

Crowd Gathers To Send Community Photo To Troops For The Holidays

By Kurt Layher on Mon 11/23/2009 04:40am

One person’s vision may make the holidays better for around 70 Sheridan troops currently deployed overseas. One of the largest deployments of Wyoming troops in the state’s history has been going on since this spring. One Sheridan woman is spearheading a campaign to make sure that every one of the Sheridan troops gets a package from home this holiday season.

Sagebrush School To Be Used As Example For State Education Department

By Kurt Layher on Mon 11/23/2009 04:35am

Sagebrush Elementary School just received their Blue Ribbon award last week and now there is talk of teachers and administrators bringing their curriculum ideas to the rest of the state. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jim McBride says there is always room for improvement.