Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
Good morning, Sheridan.
Champion Kane Funeral Home will host the 3rd Annual Memorial Day Tribute Event on Monday, May 26 at 9 a.m. at 689 Meridian St. in Sheridan — the event will offer free brunch, yard games and music to honor service members who gave their lives for our country.
The Wyoming Arts Alliance released an economic report on April 30 showing that creative industries generated $1.3 billion in GDP and nearly 10% growth since 2016—supporting 14,518 jobs and $929 million in labor income.
Officials will use the report's findings to guide discussions on further funding and policies for the arts amid federal cuts.
Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have risen 1.9 cents to $3.10 per gallon on Monday—GasBuddy.com surveyed 494 stations across the state.
On Saturday night, hundreds of people saw a huge purple-green fireball streak across Western states.
Experts said the meteor entered the sky above Yellowstone around 9:20 p.m.—it exploded and left a smoky trail while no one was hurt.
Johnson County Healthcare Center Clinic delayed its move into the new clinic area to allow for needed modifications — Clinic Director Heidi Huntley said that Plan One will review the space this week to resolve the issues.
The Wyoming Department of Health has warned residents to protect themselves and their pets from ticks this spring by using EPA approved insect repellents, treating outdoor clothing with permethrin, and checking for ticks after spending time in grassy or wooded areas—experts note most tick bite cases occur in May. The department also said ticks may carry diseases such as tularemia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Colorado tick fever while adding that Lyme disease is not found here.
Tris Munsick & the Innocents Concert
7-11 p.m. — Sheridan College — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music with Tris Munsick and his talented band, The Innocents.
2025 Ignite Conference
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Sheridan College — Free entry — Network and gain insights at the 10th annual Ignite Conference hosted by the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce.
Ribbon Cutting for Studio Three O Seven
12:15-12:45 p.m. — Studio 3O7 — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening of a new full-service salon with a ceremonial ribbon cutting.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Sheridan.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.