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Lack Of Respiratory Cases Has Negative Impact On Revenue At Sheridan Memorial

By Ron Richter on Wed 03/03/2010 09:37pm

Typically this is the busiest time of the year for hospitals, as respiratory illnesses are in full swing, which leads to higher patient volume, which inevitably leads to more revenue for the hospital.

Similar to last year, however, that simply hasn't been the case, says Sheridan Memorial Hospital CFO Ed Johlman.

Sheridan High School Students Take Home Hardware At Culinary Competition

By Ron Richter on Wed 03/03/2010 09:26pm

19 teams from various high schools around the state of Wyoming converged on Sheridan this week for the annual Pro Start Culinary Competition held at the Sheridan Holiday Inn. Sheridan Media's Ron Richter has more.

Business Association Approaches Ranchester Town Council About Unique Proposal

By Ron Richter on Wed 03/03/2010 11:17am

The Tongue River Valley Business Association approached the Ranchester Town Council Tuesday night and proposed becoming a more integral part of the Town's future. The idea that was brought forth would include creating a set of by-laws for the business association and policy that would define their advisory role in the municipality.

Woodland Park 5th Graders Graduate from D.A.R.E. Program

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 03/03/2010 09:13am

Members of the 5th Grade class at Woodland Park Elementary School held a special ceremony Tuesday afternoon. Sheridan Media's Mary Jo Johnson has the story.

Dinner Speaker Announced for Workforce Solutions Summit

By MaryJo Johnson on Wed 03/03/2010 09:10am

The 2010 Governor's Summit on Workforce Solutions will be held in Casper June 17th and 18th. The dinner speaker for the event on the 17th will be Matthew B.

WYDOT To Begin Crack Seal Project Today

By Ron Richter on Wed 03/03/2010 01:05am

Work will begin today in Sheridan on the Wyoming Department of Transportation crack seal project. Sheridan Media's Ron Richter has more.

The contractor is scheduled to start crack sealing today on Loucks Street/Big Goose Road from the stop light at Highland and Loucks to the end of the pavement on Big Goose Road. WYDOT Public Involvement Specialist Ronda Holwell says.

West Ten Sleep Trailhead Users Shouldn’t See New Fees -- Just Yet

By Ron Richter on Tue 03/02/2010 08:05pm

By Judy Hagerott

Forty percent of visitors going into the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area use the West Ten Sleep Trailhead, making it one of the most popular corridors to enter the forest. But popularity does come with a price.

Preventive Steps Can Be Taken To Help Keep Your Animals Free Of Heartworms

By Ron Richter on Tue 03/02/2010 06:42pm

Heartworms in pets are more commonly found in the southern part of the country; however, there were six confirmed cases in Sheridan last year. While that number may not be large, it does indicate that the parasite is becoming more common in our area. Dr.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital Is Strategizing For 2012

By Betsy Love on Tue 03/02/2010 04:38pm

The current national health care kerfuffle is affecting local discussions on the future of regional medical treatment. Sheridan Memorial Hospital is now developing its 2012 Strategic Plan. They have held multiple brainstorming sessions this week, including two on Tuesday--one at Sheridan College and one at Sheridan Memorial Hospital.

Sheridan County Commissioners Approve A $500,000 Loan For Airport Water Systems

By Betsy Love on Tue 03/02/2010 04:13pm

Due to the ongoing construction at the Sheridan County Courthouse, the Sheridan County Commissioners held their regular meeting today at Sheridan College. The consent agenda included approval of a letter of support for the Green House Living Project for Sheridan.