Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
Good morning, Sheridan.
Owner Paul McNiel closed the restaurant at the historic Wagon Box in Story last winter and is now looking for a partner to run the restaurant—he said he would also consider selling the entire 20-acre property if the right offer comes along.
This change aims to let him focus more on the lodging and event side of the business.
Today, Sheridan County Commissioners approved an amendment to the contract with the Department of Family Services for the TANF Community Partnership Initiative grant program — the chairman will sign the corrected documents after the state sends them back for review.
Rep. Harriet Hageman said during her Converse County town hall that she supports discussions with BLM on selling federal lands if doing so helps communities expand—particularly as towns like Kemmerer grow with new energy projects.
She emphasized using common sense in managing lands—while cautioning that proposals to sell cherished areas face strong local opposition.
Today, WYDOT announced that on South Main Street at the Cemetery Creek culvert traffic will revert to one lane with a 2-minute delay—contractors are back-filling the road in preparation for paving while crews grind and sweep downtown for new crosswalks and lane striping.
On North Main Street, utility upgrades are continuing with paving to follow in the coming weeks, and pedestrians are advised to use sidewalks with caution as bicyclists are not allowed.
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.
Big Goose Creek Walking Tour Artifacts Exploration
10:00 – 11:30 AM — The Hub On Smith — Free entry — Discover the historical artifacts related to the Big Goose Creek walking tour with insights from museum experts.
307 Auto Glass Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
12:15-12:45 p.m. — 307 Auto Glass — Free event — Celebrate the opening of 307 Auto Glass with a festive ribbon cutting ceremony.
Wine Fest: Sheridan Uncorked – VIP Experience
5-9 p.m. — Verdello Olive Oils & Fine Foods — $125 — Savor exclusive wines and local bites while supporting downtown Sheridan's community development.
Wolf Creek Wrangle Trail Run
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Eatons' Ranch — Cost varies — Experience a thrilling trail run through scenic views with a chance of bear sightings.
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