GENERAL PUBLIC FLU CLINICS CONTINUE TODAY, TOMORROW & FRIDAY - The vaccine is coming in steadily to the Sheridan County Community Health office across from the County Courthouse on Main Street, and Judy Stallman has this word for the general public: . Judy gives us the schedule for today: . Don’t worry if you can’t make any of today’s clinics, because they’ll be giving shots on Thursday, too: . Rounding out the schedule, Judy indicates that you can drop by the Community Health office on Friday, December 2 from 2 to 4.  Each shot costs 20 dollars.

RAISING READERS IN WYOMING – FORMER FIRST LADY SHERRY GEHRINGER TO BE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT FRIDAY FUNDRAISER - You remember the old slogan “Reading is Fun-damental”? Sheridan Media’s Mary Jo Johnson updates us on a new statewide literacy campaign: .

AFTER 51 YEARS OF SERVING SHERIDAN, TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR THE CITY’S PORT OF ENTRY - In continuous operation since 1951, Sheridan’s Port of Entry closes for good today.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: .

THE POST OFFICE HAS SOME HOLIDAY MAILING DEADLINES TO TELL US ABOUT - It IS that time of the year.  The Post Office has some gentle reminders for us: . That’s Mandy Baxter at the Sheridan Post Office who says you can wait until December 19th to send a package to a serviceperson overseas – but that would have to be via express mail. As far as mail here in the states, we’ve got a skotch more breathing room: . December 21st is the deadline for out of state priority mail.  . And Mandy has a word or two about the items you’ll be mailing.  Don’t use string on packages; it jams up their machines. And don’t try putting anything special in normal envelopes: . Holiday mailing tips from some of the hardest workers over the next few weeks – the people at the Sheridan Post Office.

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL SET FOR SATURDAY IN DAYTON - The holiday season usually assures us of always having something to do. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter tells us about an upcoming event in Dayton. .

RED GRADE ROAD CLOSED AS OF THIS MORNING - You know winter has officially arrived when County Road 26, more affectionately known as Red Grade Road, is closed, and as of 7 this morning, only snow track vehicles and ATV’s are allowed to use the road. This decision comes upon the recommendation of the County Engineering office, Sheriff’s office, and Road and Bridge Department. Red Grade Road is closed annually in the winter from the “Willows” west, until opened in the spring.  A convenient turn around is provided at the snow machine parking area at the base of the mountain.

SHERIDAN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE TAKES OWNERSHIP OF A BRAND NEW “DARE” VEHICLE - Good things happen to good people in good places – and that happened today in downtown Sheridan.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: Video of the new D.A.R.E vehicle being handed over

IT’S OFFICIAL.  THURSDAY’S POLICE COMMISSION HEARING WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Thursday’s long awaited Sheridan Police Civic Service Commission hearing WILL be open to the public – most of it anyway. Defense Attorney Harlan Rasmussen, in an exclusive interview, acknowledged to Sheridan Media: . Thursday’s hearing is expected to determine if the punishments recommended by Police Chief Mike Card should be carried out.  Card has recommended that Detective Chris Cook and Lieutenant Chris Dahmke be fired for their role in the DUI stop of Mayor Dave Kinskey July 9th.  A third police officer involved, James Arzi, was slated to be demoted and lose a rank in pay … but any punishment of Arzi was settled in a confidential agreement earlier this month.

TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY WHEN THE SHERIDAN COUNTY MUSEUM OFFICIALLY OWNS THE FORMER BUBBA’S BARBEQUE BUILDING - After months of negotiating, fundraising and planning, tomorrow, November 30th, The Sheridan County Museum becomes the official owner of the former Bubba’s BBQ building.  Sheridan Media’s Mary Jo Johnson has the details: .

CARBON MONOXIDE & COLD WINTER WEATHER CAN SPELL A DEADLY MIX  - This time of year most of us make sure that our homes are sealed against the cold air outside.  That can also trap dangerous carbon monoxide in your house.  Sheridan Media’s Kurt Layher has some tips for safeguarding your family this winter. . For more information visit    www.nebraskapoison.com

SHERIDAN ROADS ARE IN MUCH BETTER SHAPE THIS MORNING THAN THEY WERE 24 HOURS AGO - What a difference a day can make.  Yesterday at this time, Sheridan area roads were in tough shape with both blowing snow & black ice. A day later, most roadways are in much better shape.  Temperatures have remained below freezing though, and there are still slick spots out there. And while they’ve been working long hours to maintain city streets, Sheridan Assistant Public Works Director John Nowak says his crews will continue to assist when notified of a problem: . And Wyoming highways are in much better shape this morning with Interstates 90 & 25 both clear & open with no major delays.

AN END OF AN ERA COMES TOMORROW WHEN SHERIDAN’S OLD PORT OF ENTRY ACCEPTS ITS LAST TRUCK - Sheridan’s Port of Entry station is about to be no more.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: .

SHERIDAN COUNTY’S DETENTION CENTER IS IN FOR SOME MORE CHANGES - Sheridan County’s Detention Center … still not complete … is about to go through some more changes -- non-planned changes. Sheriff Dave Hofmeier says much of it stems from a jail incident last week when an inmate went on a minor rampage: . A big part of the problem, Hofmeier says, is the current remodeling project.  It has meant that right now some cells & some inmate areas aren’t designed as they should be. That will change though: . The Sheridan County Jail renovation project, now pegged to cost some 7 point 3 million dollars, is expected to be completed by next summer.

WINTER WEATHER DRIVING TIPS FROM THOSE WHO KNOW – TRUCK DRIVERS - Forecasters say the worst weather is behind us … but our next batch of snow could be on Thursday.  Driving in weather like this is no fun – especially if you do it for a living.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: .

November 28, 2005

UPDATE: SHERIDAN ROADS PROCLAIMED … OK. - Driving conditions in the City of Sheridan have improved from this morning but Assistant Public Works Director John Nowak says precautions still need to be taken: .  And a reminder, the latest weather & highway road conditions are available by click on weather information and road and travel reports in the menu.

JUST IN: IT’S OFFICIAL.  THURSDAY’S POLICE COMMISSION HEARING WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Thursday’s long awaited Sheridan Police Civic Service Commission hearing WILL be open to the public – most of it anyway. Defense Attorney Harlan Rasmussen, in an exclusive interview, acknowledged to Sheridan Media: . Thursday’s hearing is expected to determine if the punishments recommended by Police Chief Mike Card should be carried out.  Card has recommended that Detective Chris Cook and Lieutenant Chris Dahmke be fired for their role in the DUI stop of Mayor Dave Kinskey July 9th.  A third police officer involved, James Arzi, was slated to be demoted and lose a rank in pay … but any punishment of Arzi was settled in a confidential agreement earlier this month.

WINTER WEATHER DRIVING TIPS FROM THOSE WHO KNOW – TRUCK DRIVERS - Forecasters say the worst weather is behind us … but our next batch of snow could be on Thursday.  Driving in weather like this is no fun – especially if you do it for a living.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: .

CHRISTMAS STROLL 2005 STARTS OUT WITH A BANG – FINALLY … AND ENDS UP ON A HIGH NOTE AS WELL - Sheridan’s Christmas Stroll 2005 was a success by just about every standard of measure.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story: . Clcik here for some Stroll video

OH THE WEATHER OUTSIDE IS FRIGHTFUL… - Horizontal snow fell across much of Northeastern Wyoming over the weekend, and the National Weather Service in Billings indicates that just about another inch or so is expected today.  Here’s Meteorologist Jim Maczko: . So how does the rest of the week look? . And for travelers today, even though snow accumulation may be minimal, there will be wind: .

WY-DOT CAUTIONS US ABOUT DANGEROUS ROAD CONDITIONS - We continue to advise motorists about road conditions – especially when they go from “bad” to “worse.” Such was the case this weekend when Interstate 90 was closed for a time in both directions between Sheridan & Buffalo: . That’s Stephanie Bursell of Wy-Dot in Sheridan who tells us that road conditions this morning continue to be dicey: . And a reminder: up-to-the-minute weather & road conditions are available anytime by visiting our road and travel links or our weather center.

TWO DAYS REMAINING TO TURN IN SHERIDAN CiViC PROJECT APPLICATION - The clock is ticking down for the Sheridan CiViC Project application deadline.  Sheridan Media’s Mary Jo Johnson has the story: .

7,500 NEW JOBS AND STEADY UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES FOR WYOMING THIS FALL - High energy prices may hit each of us in the pocketbook as colder temperatures blanket the area.  But those high costs are good for many Wyoming industries.  Sheridan Media’s Kurt Layher has the story. .

CITY CREWS WILL BE OUT IN THE COLD PICKING UP LEAVES - Despite very cold temperatures expected in the next few days, City of Sheridan crews are out this morning picking up leaves.  Assistant Public Works Director John Nowak… . The city is offering up to 5 free trash bags for anyone to use for leaf collection and Nowak has some suggestions for you when you’re out in the yard. . This round of collections will go much faster than the first one earlier this month.  If you miss the pickup for your area the Sheridan Landfill always accepts compost materials, such as leaves, free of charge. 

November 26, 2006

SAY GOOD-BYE TO WARM WEATHER – THIS WEEKEND BODES ILL FOR COLD TEMPS -It was too good to last – unusually warm temps and sunny, blue skies all last week are now over and winter reality sets in.  Here’s National Weather Service Meteorologist Dan Borsum with the weekend outlook: Keep up to date on the current weather conditions by checking the weather link on our website.

10TH ANNUAL STROLL KICKS OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON IN GRAND STYLE - The day after Thanksgiving means one thing in Sheridan, the annual x-mas stroll. Our own Ron Richter took in the event and filed this report:

SHERIDAN RESIDENTS HIT THE STORES FOR THOSE DAY-AFTER-THANKSGIVING DEALS -The called it “Black Friday” – the busiest shopping day of the year.  How did shoppers respond to the big day locally? Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young reports that many were out VERY EARLY looking for bargains:

November 25, 2005

SHERIDAN RESIDENTS HIT THE SHOPS EARLY THIS MORNING FOR THOSE DAY-AFTER-THANKSGIVING SHOPPING DEALS - Today is the busiest shopping day of the year, and Sheridan Media News Director, Ace Young, found some shoppers out VERY EARLY this morning looking for bargains:

DOG AND CAT SHELTER HOLIDAY NEWS – Christmas time is often a popular time to purchase a new pet for your household, but it’s not really the ideal time.  Sheridan Media’s Mary Jo Johnson tells a “tail” of a better plan: .

SHERIDAN HIGH WRESTLERS PUSH A POLICE CAR TO VICTORY - High School wrestlers & a cop car make for an unusual caravan.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the story:   . For video click here

TODAY IS TRADITIONALLY THE BIGGEST SHOPPING DAY OF THE YEAR.  IT’S ALSO A HUGE TIME OF THE YEAR FOR … BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES.  WHAT’S BIG THIS YEAR?  - the time of year for blockbuster movies.  Sheridan Media News Director Ace Young has the details:  .

TONIGHT’S SHERIDAN’S BIG NIGHT – 10TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS STROLL IS HOURS AWAY – WHAT’S OUR WEATHER OUTLOOK? - Exactly one month from today, your living room floor may be strewn with wrapping paper and ribbon, as pretty packages are opened to reveal the special gifts inside.  Gifts possibly purchased at the annual Christmas Stroll, which kicks off at about 4 this afternoon. This month-long celebration is one of Northern Wyoming’s largest retail promotions of the year, and about 88 businesses will have special gifts ready for a lucky someone sporting a stroll button with the winning number in the business’s window. With all the people strolling up and down Main Street, we hope the weather will cooperate, especially after the amazing sunny, blue-sky days we’ve enjoyed this week.  We checked with our trusty friends up in Billings at the National Weather Service, and their outlook for the day?  Here’s Meteorologist Dan Borsum: . That sounds great for the vendors and musicians setting up along the sidewalks in the afternoon.  What about during the stroll itself? . That’s certainly something for which to be thankful!  Unfortunately, Dan says this spate of great weather is heading out and Old Man Winter is on his way: . But for tonight, it will be a storybook night of Holiday cheer – get on your hat and mittens and a good pair of walking shoes.  And if you do get cold, stop by our Sheridan Media booth for a cup of hot chocolate and a warm “hello!”  We’ll be in front of Tucker’s, on the corner of Main and Grinnell.  One more reminder?  Stroll button numbers will be posted all month, so you’ll have many opportunities to check Sheridan businesses for your winning number

November 23, 2005