News

Status Hearing on Sen; Bear Cloud

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 12:09pm

Last month, Judge Sullins from the 7th Judicial Court in Casper ruled that the two teenagers should be tried as adults for their involvement in the August 26, 2009 murder of Sheridan businessman Robert Ernst. A status hearing was held in 4th Judicial District Court Thursday morning on how trial preparations are coming on Dharminder Sen and Wyatt Bear Cloud. Sheridan Media's Mary Jo Johnson has the update.

Caution Around High Waters

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 09:21am

As the snow continues to melt in the Big Horn Mountains, the creeks and streams in our area are rising higher and higher. To some, the water levels may appear to be quite inviting, but Sheridan Fire Marshall Brian Songer provides this caution.

Fremont County Flooding Battles

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 07:27am

LANDER, Wyo. (AP) - The flooding in Fremont County is forcing the Wyoming National Guard to make its biggest in-state activation since 2000.

Senate to Vote on Air Quality Regs

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 06:54am

WYOMING NEWS SERVICE, Cheyenne, WY – Wrangling over regulation of greenhouse gas pollution heads to the US Senate today, with a vote set on an amendment that would remove the EPA's oversight and put it in the hands of Congress.

Arts All Summer Long

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 06:10am

While Celebrate the Arts will be highlighted this weekend, the Sheridan Artists Guild Et. Al, or SAGE, will be highlighting various art shows and classes throughout the summer. Coming up in July, says SAGE Director Karen Meyers.

Ucross Foundation / SCC Collaboration

By MaryJo Johnson on Thu 06/10/2010 06:00am

For many years now, the Ucross Foundation has provided residency opportunities for artists, writers and musicians. Recently, the Foundation began a collaboration with Sheridan College; Foundation Director Sharon Dynak explains.

SAWS Capital Improvement Program

By Ron Richter on Wed 06/09/2010 09:31pm

The Sheridan Area Water Supply Joint Powers Board received an update from City and County staff pertaining to the Capital Improvement Program for the upcoming fiscal year. Three major projects were outlined and discussed by staff and the Board.

SAWS Board Approves 1st Reading of Budget

By Ron Richter on Wed 06/09/2010 09:22pm
SAWS Administrator and County Public Works Director Rod Liesinger

The Sheridan Area Water Supply Joint Powers Board approved the 1st reading of the proposed budget for fiscal year 2010-2011 at their meeting Wednesday. On paper, the budget doesn't appear to be balanced as the projected revenues are $1.1 million and the expenses total $1.5 million.

Rabies Clinic Going Well

By Ron Richter on Wed 06/09/2010 09:06pm
The Dog and Cat Shelter's annual Rabies Clinic is going well.

The annual Dog and Cat Shelter of Sheridan rabies clinic in Kendrick Park at the bandshell has reached the half way point. Shelter Director Cel Hope says that the first three days they've averaged about 100 people a day at the clinic.

Matthew Perkins Memorial Fundraiser Friday

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 06/09/2010 07:58am

Friday night in Sheridan, the public is invited to the 3rd Annual Matthew Perkins Memorial Fundraiser to be held at the Sheridan Holiday Inn [correction to location!]

Matthew was killed in a car accident on October 10, 2007, and his family established a scholarship program in his memory. His mother, Jane Perkins, explains.