Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of June.
Good morning, Sheridan.
A historical column marks the 150th anniversary of the Custer Battle by comparing old newspaper accounts from Sioux, Cheyenne and Native leaders (including Sitting Bull and Chief Gall) to show differing narratives that shape local cultural memory.
The Brinton Museum held its annual tipi raising event on Friday, June 12 on the grounds where Wallace Bear Chum led a smudging ceremony and taught traditional tipi setup.
The tipi will remain on display throughout the summer.
On June 11, the Brinton Museum hosted an oral history roundtable on Native American art about the Battle of the Little Bighorn with tribal members sharing firsthand accounts — the exhibit is open through Sept.
14 and a re-enactment of the Rosebud Battle is set for June 17.
Sheridan and Johnson Counties saw unemployment rates drop to 2.8% and 2.7% in April from 3.5% and 3.3% in March.
Seasonal gains in construction, professional and business services + retail trade + milder weather likely contributed to the decline.
On Sunday, June 14 the Sheridan Post 7 Troopers hosted the Casper Wildcatters in a doubleheader at Ernie Rotellini Field and won both conference games by 8-0 in six innings and five innings respectively.
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.
Coffee & Chat on Homeownership with Habitat for Humanity
10-11 a.m. — Innominate Coffeehouse & Bakery — Free entry — Discuss homeownership opportunities while enjoying coffee in a welcoming atmosphere.
Free Build Friday
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a creative day crafting Lego and Duplo masterpieces for kids of all ages.
Snacks & Stories
11:00 a.m. — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free — Enjoy delightful snacks and engaging read-alouds as part of the Summer Reading Program.
Snacks & Stories
11 AM — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free entry — Enjoy delightful snacks paired with engaging read-alouds for the summer reading program.
Snacks & Stories
11:00 a.m. — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free entry — Enjoy tasty snacks while engaging with delightful read-alouds for summer fun.
Adult Evening Craft Club
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Cost not specified — Unleash your creativity with adult crafts every Thursday evening.
Snacks & Stories
11 AM — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free entry — Delightful snacks and engaging read-alouds for the summer reading program.
Crafting Together
12-2 p.m. — Sheridan County Public Library Fulmer Branch — Free entry — Engage in creative fun with crafting activities for kids and parents alike.
Cruz Contreras & The Black Lillies Live Performance
2-6 p.m. — Sheridan College — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of live music, local food, and artisan vendors at Music on the Mall.
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