Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Sheridan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ US Highway 212 over Beartooth Pass + Dunraven Pass in Yellowstone National Park opened for summer travel this past weekend. Motorists should note that an upcoming weather system may force a brief re-closure until snow plow crews confirm safe conditions. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Attendees enjoyed the 42nd annual Lake DeSmet Fishing Derby during Memorial Day Weekend at Lake DeSmet, hosted by the Buffalo Lions Club. The three-day event — a key fundraiser — awarded prizes and cash and will release its winners list soon. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Kane Funeral Home held its fourth Memorial Day event on Monday, May 25 to honor fallen heroes with a cannon salute, a horse-drawn casket, and a tribute by retired Army Sgt. 1st Class Dana Bowman and the American Legion Post 7 Cavalry Drum and Bugle Corps. Sheridan Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A historical feature recalls how Sheridan men volunteered to serve in Torrey’s Rough Riders during the Spanish–American War; the article details their training, unique carbines, and cowboy equipment (including saddle-bags) that symbolize a proud local heritage. City of Sheridan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, May 24, about 250 seniors graduated from Sheridan High School in a ceremony that featured student speeches, a branding tradition passing knowledge to junior classes, and diplomas awarded by Board Chairman Shane Rader. Sheridan Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Don Day, a local meteorologist, said that an El Niño is forming while computer models overstate Pacific warming that some call a Super El Niño. He added that Wyoming will see improved moisture later as the impacts are expected to emerge in fall through spring. Cowboy State Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 23, the Lady Broncs clinched third place in the 2026 WHSSA State Soccer Championships by beating Green River 5-0 at the Energy Sports Complex in Gillette. City of Sheridan
- ➤ Wyoming’s 18 Special Olympics athletes will head to Minneapolis to compete in the 2026 USA Games later this year, joining over 4,000 competitors from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Casper Star-Tribune
- ➤ The Sheridan Broncs placed third at the WHSSA State Championships after beating Cheyenne Central 2-1 on Saturday, May 23 at Campbell County High School in Gillette. Clint Wood captured photos of the game. City of Sheridan
- ➤ On Saturday, May 24, the Sheridan Lady Broncs placed fifth in the WHSSA State Soccer Championships at Energy Complex Center in Gillette with a 5-0 win, celebrating with hugs and tears of joy. This event captured a heartfelt moment following the match. Sheridan Media
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HAUS PARTY
12 PM – 11:59 PM — Ice Haus Eatery — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music, local vendors, food, and drinks at this community-focused outdoor event.
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Free Front-Line Employee Training Workshop
8-11:30 a.m. — Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Sheridan Hotel & Convention Center — Free entry — Enhance your customer service skills and exceed guest expectations with expert training.
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Chamber Lunch Program
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Sheridan — $25 per person — Enjoy a networking opportunity with a buffet lunch included.
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Itty Bitty T-Ball for Young Kids
5:00 – 6:45 PM — Sheridan County YMCA — Registration required — A fun introduction to T-Ball for ages 4-5, focusing on fundamental skills and social interaction.
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Wes Urbaniak Music: Big Horn Run Kickoff
4-8 p.m. — Sheridan, Wyoming — Free entry — Enjoy live music while you prepare for the Big Horn Run in a scenic forest setting.
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