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Sheridan
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Sheridan. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Military and firefighting veteran Ross Byrd will be honored as AARP Wyoming’s Hero of the Game during the University of Wyoming Cowboys’ game on Nov. 22 in Laramie. Byrd and his family will receive game tickets, parking, dinner, and on-field recognition—marking a celebration of his long service. Sheridan Media
- ➤ Chase Christensen of School District 3 said he was humbled when he was nominated for the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce Community Champion award — a recognition that honors local community leadership. The Sheridan Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trail End State Historic Site in Sheridan was nominated by USA Today as one of the best historic holiday home tours in the country—officials say the recognition highlights its role in preserving local heritage and could boost tourism on future holiday tours. The Sheridan Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Wyoming legislative committee advanced a bill nicknamed the Tim Tebow rule that will require school districts to let middle school homeschool students join school activities. All 13 voting members favored the measure, which will be discussed in the legislative session starting Feb. 9. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Sheridan Junior High School released the first quarter honor role list, which names students who met the academic standards this term. The Sheridan Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sheridan will continue using odd-even parking and the Everbridge Mobile App to clear snow this winter. Councilor Terry Weitzel urged residents to download the app—an important tool for weather alerts—after a harsh past winter led to extra work for city crews. Sheridan Media
- ➤ A new report finds Wyoming’s public infrastructure spending increased 89.3% over the past five years to $1,465,000,000 and now makes up 12.9% of government funds — each resident sees an investment of $2,493 compared to $1,361 nationwide. Wyoming News Now
- ➤ The Wyoming Veterans Commission is expanding its programs to offer food security, benefits, and mental health support to local veterans and their families — officials say its services have already helped nearly 30,000 veterans. Tim Sheppard, a 40-year veteran, said today the new Veterans Talking to Veterans program will provide crisis counseling and additional support. Wyoming News Now
- ➤ A massive power outage began around 12:45 p.m. Thursday that left nearly 100,000 customers without electricity, triggered by two tripped 500-kilovolt lines near Medicine Bow. Most homes had their power back by about 4:30 p.m.—the outage affected areas including Sheridan and several other towns. Wyoming News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Women’s Action Network released a white paper that found Wyoming is falling behind in maternal care as the crisis grows. The report outlines simple strategies—pooling resources and investing in low-cost programs—to improve access and care in the future. Casper Star-Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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