Good Day
Sheridan
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Sheridan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four veterans, including Army veteran John Elkins III, Navy veteran Jerry Lucas, Army veteran Jerry Williamson, and Navy veteran Dr. Gregory Martino, were honored with Quilts of Honor yesterday at the Veterans Affairs Health Care campus. Sheridan Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sheridan businesses face losses from online scams that use Wyoming addresses to lure customers, affecting stores like This Joyful Home in Ranchester — a green gift shop selling local merchandise. Business owners call for caution as they seek stronger measures to protect honest commerce. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ On Friday, April 10, the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Blacktop Consulting LLC with an Ambassadors' ribbon cutting; the paving consulting firm, led by owner Craig Reichert, offers services for driveways, parking lots, and highways. City of Sheridan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 14, at the Central Office in Ranchester, the SCSD#1 Board of Trustees reviewed Tongue River High School reports (185 students, 39 seniors) and discussed changes related to the new state funding model; the next meeting will be May 12 in Big Horn. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Arvada-Clearmont School will host a listening session on April 29 at 6 p.m. to discuss the Profile of a Graduate and Chapter 3 Graduation Rules for Wyoming schools. A community lunch is scheduled for May 6 from 11:30 a.m. to noon with a $5 breakfast menu and requires attendees to notify the school by April 30. City of Sheridan
- ➤ The school board approved a bid from Great Western Installations for Cloud Peak Elementary’s playground replacement project this week after reviewing three bids that included Star Playgrounds and Dakota Playgrounds. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Sheridan College named Chet Johnson a distinguished alumnus after he won the Wyoming State High School saddle bronc riding championship as a senior. The Sheridan Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ With warmer weather and clear mornings, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department advises residents to view sage-grouse leks this spring. The Sage-Grouse Lek Viewing Guide (launched Apr. 15) offers directions to public viewing spots across Wyoming. City of Sheridan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sheridan’s emergency dispatchers are honored during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week from April 12 through April 18 as local agencies celebrate their role in answering 911 calls. The Police Department and County Sheriff’s Office commend the dispatchers for coordinating responses for law enforcement, fire departments and EMS. Sheridan Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sheridan WYO Rodeo Wranglers will hold an open practice Sunday, Apr. 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds for those wanting to ride and learn; participants must bring their own horses. Sheridan Media
- ➤ On April 15, the Lady Broncs hosted Thunder Basin in a competitive game held locally. Supporters filled the stands as both teams played hard in a spirited match. City of Sheridan
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Jordan Glow Circus
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Sheridan County Fairgrounds — Tickets from $9.88 — Experience thrilling acts and family fun at the Jordan Glow Circus.
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Jordan Glow Circus
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Sheridan County Fairgrounds — Adult tickets $20, children 2 and under free — Experience a dazzling circus performance for the whole family.
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