Good Day
Sheridan
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Sheridan. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce recognized this year’s Leadership Sheridan County graduating class during Wednesday’s Chamber Lunch Program in Sheridan. The event honored local participants who completed the leadership program. The Sheridan Press
- ➤ During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Sheridan Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC) reminds victims they are not alone and offers constant support for those facing pressures to stay in abusive relationships. Assistant Director Rhonda Weber said the center remains committed to standing by victims through every step of their recovery. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Sheridan Community Land Trust opened an experimental off-leash dog area at Big Goose Natural Area to give local dog owners a new place for their pets — officials say the trial may lead to a permanent facility if the program meets community needs. The Sheridan Press
- ➤ Sheridan Fire-Rescue partnered with Community Connect to improve emergency response for residents and business owners, as announced by Fire Marshal George Neeson at the City Council meeting. The program protects all data with secure, password protected bank level encryption and is used solely for emergency situations. Sheridan Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Manufacturing Month in October features more than 10 manufacturers in Sheridan and Johnson counties opening their doors for public tours and educational opportunities; Chamber officials expanded the celebration from National Manufacturing Day to a month-long event—local leaders will join Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse at 9:06 a.m. today on 930 KROE and 103.9 FM. Sheridan Media
- ➤ The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Himalayan Kitchen on Oct. 9, 2025—this restaurant offers authentic cuisine from India and Nepal with vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free options and is owned by Dipendra Raut at its site on 2125 N. Main St. City of Sheridan
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sheridan Community Land Trust’s Iron Riders Trail Driving and Cycling History Tour won first place for its non-professional audio or visual documentary—an honor given by the Wyoming Historical Society for its work in preserving trail history. The Sheridan Press
- ➤ Sheridan’s Native interpreter program shares Indigenous voices and local history at sites near Piney Creek at the base of the Bighorn Mountains—bringing 12,000 years of stories to light. The program gives visitors a clear look at traditions and heritage that shape our community. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eric Richards, a Sheridan professor, marked his tenth year as band director after retiring from his tenured role as a composition and jazz instructor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln — he chose Wyoming for a fresh start in his career. His decade-long work has helped form a strong local music program. The Sheridan Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced a photography contest that allows photographers of all ages and skill levels to submit original photos taken in Wyoming for a chance to be published in Wyoming Wildlife magazine—entries must be received before midnight Nov. 17 and winners will receive prizes including a $600 grand prize. The contest covers wildlife, scenic, recreation, and flora categories and offers additional awards for first, second, third, and honorable mentions. Sheridan Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said several elk hunt areas in northeast Wyoming have been chosen for brucellosis sampling this fall—hunters must draw a blood sample immediately after harvesting elk and submit it using a sample kit for testing to help track the disease. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Wyoming and six states must negotiate a Colorado River water deal by November 11—if they do not, federal officials will step in to settle the dispute. Wyoming’s Upper Basin has faced water shortages that led to irrigation cutbacks and town water concerns, prompting a push for a supply-based plan for 2026 and beyond. Cowboy State Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Sheridan NAMI chapter offers free mental health support programs and educational workshops to help residents manage grief, anxiety, and build healthier relationships through fall and winter. Licensed clinicians lead a Suicide Loss Therapeutic Support Group that meets on the second and fourth Mondays each month—helping people heal. City of Sheridan
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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.
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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.
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Main Street Monster Mash
10 AM – 12 PM — Sheridan Main Street — Free entry — A family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating at local businesses.
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