Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Sheridan.
About two weeks ago, workers poured the first section of a new pathway along US Highway 14 from Ranchester to Dayton.
The project—covering 0.8 miles from Ranchester to Echo Drive—will be maintained all year, though no timeline has been set for the remaining phases.
Tickets went on sale Oct.
1 for the Natural History Museum Fundraising Gala, which will be held at 5 p.m. on December 1 at the Ramada Convention Center at 1809 Sugarland Drive. The event will include a social hour, dinner, speaker, live auction, and entertainment—supporting museum programs.
Gas prices in Wyoming dropped by 3.1 cents per gallon to $2.99 on Monday, as GasBuddy surveyed 494 stations—indicating a recent decrease in cost across the state.
Sheridan City Council approved Ordinance 2296 to rezone 1.78 acres at 1140 Coffeen Avenue from the B-1 Business District to the M-1 Industrial District during Monday night's meeting.
The change addresses a zoning violation noted in fall 2024 before the liquor license renewal period, explained City Planner Kelly Schroeder.
Sheridan County Commissioners unanimously denied the Belish’s request to remove a condition on the Ferro Minor Conservation Design Subdivision.
County Planner Mark Reid explained the condition and its timeline—leaving the involved parties to resolve the matter independently.
Wyoming Hunger Initiative — launched in 2019 as First Lady Jennie Gordon’s signature project — will become an independent organization as it transitions from its role under the Governor’s Residence Foundation.
Dementia Friendly of Wyoming at The Hub has seen a sharp rise in its support programs as more Baby Boomers and local residents access services for brain change.
The initiative — developed with partners like Alzheimer’s Association Wyoming, Wyoming AARP, and the local health department — works to improve early diagnosis and care for families.
The Sheridan Veterans Affairs Health Care System team is holding walk-in flu clinics—enrolled veterans are encouraged to visit their local VA clinics for flu care.
Wyoming residents show homeownership rates nearly 90 percent higher than Americans in other states (recent reports show) and the state ranks among the top nationwide for owning homes.
Sign-ups for Learn to Skate classes at Whitney Rink in the M&M’s Center will open in early October, with in-person registration on October 8 & 9 from 3-6 p.m. The sessions run from November 1 to December 17 and will use separate forms for youth and adult participants.
Family Caregivers Support Group
9:30-11:00 a.m. — The Hub On Smith — Free entry — A supportive gathering for those caring for loved ones in Sheridan.
Family Caregivers Support Group
9:30-11:00 a.m. — The Hub On Smith — Free entry — Connect with fellow caregivers and share support in a welcoming space.
Scary Things Deadlift Showdown
10 PM - 2 AM — Forge Gym — $40 entry for competitors 16 and older, free for youth 15 and under — Join a Halloween-themed charity deadlift competition and enjoy family-friendly festivities.
Family Caregivers Support Group
9:30-11:00 a.m. — The Hub On Smith — Free entry — Connect with other caregivers and find support in your journey.
Family Caregivers Support Group
9:30-11 a.m. — The Hub On Smith — Free entry — A supportive gathering for those caring for loved ones in Sheridan.
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