Good morning, Sheridan.

Sheridan celebrated Labor Day yesterday with a parade beginning at Eagles’ hall at 8:30 a.m.—the route led to Kendrick Park where Mayor John S.

Taylor and other leaders spoke. Local sports contests and races on Grinnell Avenue started at 2 p.m.—marking the official end of summer and honoring the day’s long history.

A 33-year-old Wyola woman was sentenced in Fourth Judicial District Court in Sheridan for crimes committed in Sheridan County this past spring—she led a high-speed chase on I-90 by driving over 125 mph, crossing the median and going the wrong way after drinking, and she received a suspended sentence with probation, time served and orders to pay costs and restitution.

Tongue River Middle School Robotics program is preparing for a new season as it seeks a second assistant coach for its growing team—15 to 16 students learning to design, build and explain their robots.

The season starts on September 22—candidates can apply through the SCSD#1 website or email Susie Fisher.

The Wyoming Department of Education released 2024-25 WY-TOPP and WY-ALT scores showing statewide increases of 1-3% with English Language Arts and Science now matching or exceeding pre-pandemic levels—Sheridan County School District #1 had all grade levels above state averages while Sheridan County School District #2 saw 10th grade ELA below average.

A grassroots group in Sheridan is working to launch a $20 million housing investment fund — they hope the discussion will soon reach the statehouse.

Johnson County Healthcare Center CEO Luke Senden proposed the creation of three new positions—Financial Navigator, Payroll Coordinator, and Foundation Director—to free up staff duties and build donor connections, and the board approved the roles.

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.

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.