Good Day
Sheridan
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Sheridan. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In 1914, Sheridan undersheriff William Veach was killed by friendly fire during a shootout—when deputy Frank Rue’s shot mistakenly struck him while chasing outlaw Earl Foree after his horse theft. Cowboy State Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sheridan filmmaker Stephen Howard Tucker finished his documentary 'Hole-in-the-Wall: The Ultimate Outlaw Fortress' about a remote valley with outlaw history and Native American heritage—filmed from May to October, it was produced with the Johnson County Tourism Association and has been submitted to film festivals for streaming consideration. This film highlights Wyoming voices telling stories from local history and culture. Casper Star-Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers met in Casper to review four draft bills on school discipline for next year's session; one draft (26LSO-0088) would let school workers use reasonable force and another would set up a Teacher Bill of Rights. Sheridan County School District #1 Superintendent Jeff Jones (expressing legal concerns) said the proposals might raise legal issues while a bill for teacher training grants was voted out. Casper Star-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brian Mealor, the director of the Sheridan Research and Extension Center, was named interim director of the Wyoming Agricultural Experiment Station and will begin his role Tuesday, September 2—after Eric Webster retired on August 29. In his new position, Mealor will guide both local and statewide research efforts under the University of Wyoming’s agricultural initiative. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Sheridan City Council will consider ordinances to de-annex 3.64 acres near Kendrick Municipal Golf Course and annex 4.15 acres at their business meeting Tuesday night—meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall—due to the Labor Day holiday. The council will also consider dissolving the Northeast Wyoming Growth Alliance and revoking the Standing Audit Committee resolution. Sheridan Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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50th Anniversary Celebration of the Creative Fiber Guild
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Sheridan College — Free admission — Celebrate half a century of creativity with stunning displays of fiber arts including quilts, clothing, and more.
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