Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of August.
Good morning, Sheridan.
🏘️ Community
The Chamber welcomed new member WYO Vibe and Venture, LLC (led by owner Lauren Nieves-Steinert) with an Ambassadors’ ribbon cutting on Aug.
6. The company will hold its inaugural community wellness event (at Kendrick Park) on Aug. 15.
Rooted in Wyoming staff will host a volunteer day at their future community agriculture site at Bridges on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community members are invited to help prepare the new site.
A new ranking by Stacker using Census data shows that Sheridan County ranks ninth with 45.1% of its residents born in Wyoming while Fremont County leads with 53.3% natives.
The data highlights strong local ties across Wyoming counties.
Habitat for Humanity of the Eastern Bighorns invites runners, volunteers, and community members to join the final Wolf Creek Wrangle on Saturday, Sept.
19 at Eatons' Ranch. The event will offer a chance to celebrate local spirit with a short race and volunteer opportunities.
💼 Business
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Shanor and Franklin, LLC (a law firm specializing in business and estate planning, probate, oil and gas, and general practice) with an Ambassadors' ribbon cutting on Thursday, Aug.
6 at 117 N. Scott St., Suite C.
🎭 Culture
The WYO Theater’s 37th Season will open with an intimate evening of songwriting and storytelling by Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal — a ticketed Season Kickoff Reception begins at 5:45 p.m. at the Mars Black Box with heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine before the 7 p.m. performance.
The final railroad history tour is set for Aug.
15 in Sheridan, giving local rail fans one last chance this summer to explore the city’s rich heritage.
The Sheridan CTG has announced its 71st season lineup with War of the Worlds in Sept., A Christmas Carol in December, and Bus Stop plus Barefoot in the Park in spring 2027 at the Carriage House Theater.
Adult season tickets are $60 plus $45 for seniors, students, veterans, and active military.
The Ace in the Hole Players held a dress rehearsal for Wizard of Oz Act II at the Kalif Shrine Center Wednesday — photos taken by Clint Wood show varied backdrops and lighting.
More shots from the final parts are expected later.
📰 Economy
At a private event, Sheridan Tactical hosted over 65 guests to view live-fire drills and a steep-terrain rescue demonstration at its planned training center in Sheridan County.
The firm will offer courses in emergency response and executive protection to boost local jobs — economic benefits are expected.
🎓 Education
The YMCA’s Safe Sitter Program trains children to safely babysit younger family members—covering topics like child development, first aid and job screening.
Contact the club at 307-674-7488 for more details.
🏛️ Government
The City of Sheridan invites residents to provide input on its Safe Streets for All Plan at an open house event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug.
19 at Whitney Commons Pavilion (City Administrator Stu McRae said a short survey is available online).
🏈 Sports
Friday at Sheridan Speedway, Cowboy Challenge Night One saw Tripp Gaylor sweep the 30-lap IMCA Modified race and Troy Leiker win the 20-lap Wissota Midwest Modified race.
The track will host Cowboy Challenge Night Two today.
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