Good morning, Sheridan.

Sheridan County youth competed in the second annual mutton bustin’ contest at the fairgrounds on Aug.

2—sheep were heard baaing as local participants showed their skills.

Grant Gardner from Minnesota went missing on his three-day hike in the Cloud Peak Wilderness after he last contacted his wife on July 29 from the summit — his vehicle was found at the West Ten Sleep trailhead.

Rescue teams from several counties are using helicopters, planes, and search dogs as they continue the search amid extreme weather — additional assets arrived Monday to aid the effort.

Sheridan author Abbie Johnson Taylor spoke on Public Pulse to talk about her new book Living Vicariously in Wyoming—her seventh book—and explained that the stories set in Wyoming show what it means to live vicariously as she plans to write more.

Governor Mark Gordon opened the Brook Mine near Sheridan — the state's first coal mine in 50 years and the first rare earth mine in 70 years — after tests revealed that its coal contains minerals used in wind turbines and military equipment.

The mine received a 5-year permit and a $6.1 million grant supports a processing facility that will begin construction later this year.

Two Sheridan College students earned national recognition when they qualified by winning gold medals in Wyoming this past April and competed at the SkillsUSA event at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

Nolan Schaffer placed 5th in CNC Programming while Cole Schoenewald finished 10th in Photography—showing their skill and hard work.

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on its draft 2026 transportation improvement plan that lists highway, bridge, airport, transit, and public safety projects.

The plan, open for comment until September 1, details projects in north-central Wyoming—such as replacing the Works Street bridge in Sheridan and repairing roads expected to be contracted starting October 1.

The Music Man

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Kalif Shrine Center Business Office — Cost not specified — Enjoy a funny and touching family musical that has charmed audiences for decades.

The Music Man

5:30-9 p.m. — Kalif Shrine Center Business Office — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a funny, warm, and romantic production that's perfect for the whole family.

Teen Zine-Making & Collage Station

9 a.m. – 6:45 p.m. — Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your artistic side at the collage and zine-making station.

Sam Morton - Reading and Book Signing

5:30-6:30 a.m. — Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Sam Morton's new book in the Winged Spur series with readings and discussions.

Teen Zine-Making & Collage Station

9:00 AM – 4:45 PM — Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your artistic side with collage art and zine-making activities.

Teen Zine-Making & Collage Station

9 a.m. – 6:45 p.m. — Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library — Free entry — Express your creativity through zines and collage art at the library.

Peter Antoniou Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — WYO Performing Arts and Education Center — Starts at $90 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Peter Antoniou at WYO Theater.

Jen Thompson Powerlifting Seminar

4-9 p.m. — Forge Physio & Performance — $150 — Learn powerlifting techniques from a world champion in an exclusive seminar.

Plein Air Sketching Discovery Session

5:30-7 p.m. — SCLT Big Goose Natural Area — Free entry — Capture the beauty of fall landscapes with artist-led plein air sketching.