Good morning, Sheridan.

Sheridan County libraries will use a $1.7 million grant to update three outlying branches and add new programming for local residents—plans will start soon to transform community spaces.

The Wyoming Economic Analysis Division released its Q2 report showing that Sheridan County’s cost of living is at the state average—housing costs rose 5.8% while food and rental rates saw modest increases.

The report also noted small changes in other expenses, keeping overall costs steady compared to the state.

Governor Mark Gordon outlined his plan for Wyoming's future at the Wyoming Business Alliance Annual Governor's Conference yesterday, focusing on workforce development, affordable housing, and balancing energy needs with protecting ratepayers—he stressed that these steps will help support good jobs and stable growth. Economist Scott Beaulier noted that while prices remain high and labor shortages continue, Wyoming's steady energy sector is keeping the economy resilient.

The Northern Wyoming Community College District Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, November 18 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 235 of the Whitney Center for the Arts at Sheridan College to hold an executive session for the president’s evaluation, review board policies, and receive updates from advisory groups — the public is welcome to attend.

The Wyoming Supreme Court paused a judge’s order for more computers and school counselors while an appeal is pending—lawmakers plan to review education costs and may delay some mandates until the next lawmaking session.

Sheridan County School District 3 approved $127,582.29 in purchases covering mechanical and electric services and shot clocks on Nov.

12 — the decision was made during its regular meeting.

On Thursday, about 95,000 electricity customers in Wyoming and South Dakota lost power after two 500‐kilovolt transmission lines near Medicine Bow tripped—causing a cascade of outages across the region.

In Sheridan County, emergency managers opened the local fairgrounds exhibit hall as a warming center while a fire was reported at a nearby coal‐fired power plant with no confirmed link to the outage.

Legislators from Wyoming, including Senator Bo Biteman + Representatives Marilyn Connoll, Barry Crago and Tom Kelly, attended a listening session at Arvada-Clearmont School on November 11 to hear teacher and staff concerns about school funding and salaries.

Superintendent Chase Christensen introduced speakers as local leaders and Mayor Chris Schock joined discussions on local control and teacher retention.

Wyoming SNAP recipients are receiving their full November benefits today after a federal shutdown delayed payments from November 1 to 4 — the USDA confirmed that benefits are now on EBT cards and the Department of Family Services advises checking the ebtEdge site before shopping.

Sheridan County is facing a widespread power outage that affects many communities and utility crews are working to restore service quickly.

Main transmission lines are online—crews are manually checking distribution lines while residents are urged to treat intersections as four-way stops.

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture announced that all unexpired ByHeart Infant formula cans and single-serve anywhere sticks were recalled after lab tests linked them to a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism.

Parents should stop using the product immediately and seek medical care if their child shows symptoms.

Land-Based Safety Awareness Discovery Session

6-8 p.m. — SCLT Community Rooms, 14 Lane Ln — Free entry — Equip your family with essential outdoor safety skills for your next adventure.

Inaugural Gala for the Natural History Museum of Wyoming

5-10 p.m. — Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Sheridan Hotel & Convention Center — Ticket info unavailable — Celebrate the grand opening of Sheridan's new natural history museum with surprises, dining, and a keynote speaker.

Holiday Swing Concert

7-9 p.m. — Whitney Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience a festive musical evening with the annual Holiday Swing concert directed by Dr. Eric Richards.

High Mountain Holiday Bazaar

8 AM – 2 PM — Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Sheridan Hotel & Convention Center — Free entry — Enjoy free lunch, drinks, and festive activities with over 25 vendors and photos with Santa.

Writers and Authors Meeting in Sheridan

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow writers and share experiences in a welcoming environment.