Climate action in the bubble
“Climate change is the defining issue of our time and now is the defining moment to do something about it.” — UN.org Yesterday, millions of [...]
Coal is no longer king; Wyoming’s elected officials must lead
Two months after Blackjewel LLC abruptly declared bankruptcy, closed its Belle Ayr and Eagle Butte mines and locked out 600 Campbell County workers from their jobs, Wyoming remains in limbo.
Easier isn’t always easier
Seven years ago, renowned ultralight hiker/backpacker Andrew Skurka appeared at The Sports Lure to promote his then-newly published book, “The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide.”
Reading is (my) life
From my earliest memories, I’ve wanted to read. At a very young age, I remember standing with my mom at Mass and trying to equate [...]
Stop wasting time, money on Ordinance 2202
The city council recently approved Charter Ordinance 2202 on a 6-1 vote, which authorized Mayor Roger Miller more oversight of the city administrator but where [...]
Channeling community engagement
Sheridan is a community that cares. Since moving back to town a year-plus ago, I have been fascinated by local communication online. Wonderful grassroots efforts [...]
Autumn brings 30th season, birthday bash to the WYO
Over this long Labor Day weekend, I am happier than usual to say goodbye unofficially to summer and usher in autumn. Yes, I love colorful [...]
The library is your ultimate resource
Is it already back-to-school time?
Chamber brewing up funds for local business
Saturday the day for our eighth annual Fremont Toyota Suds n’ Spurs Brewfest. Join us at Whitney Commons Park from 2-7 p.m. for an afternoon filled with wonderful music and food, a photo booth, beer (of course) and to help the Chamber brew up funds for business.
Cancer screening, preventative care
Cancer screening and preventive care is an important aspect for overall health.
Soaking in summer
The first half of summer 2019 has been exciting. Sheridan County mostly weathered some extreme late spring and early summer storms, and the mountains and [...]
Going zero waste
“We don’t need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly.” — Anne-Marie Bonneau I admit it: [...]
Rethink your gratitude
I had the joy of camping in the mountains this past week.
Judging art at county fair
I was excited to help judge 4-H art at the Sheridan County Fair this year, and also nervous about how to weigh individual 4-H members’ achievement against others in the three age divisions of junior, intermediate and senior.
Inspiration in food TV
I really enjoy food TV and the Food Network in general.
Stoicism admirable, but just not me
DISCLAIMER: I realize this is a “Community Perspectives” column and what follows is more of a Person’s Perspective column. Please adjust your expectations accordingly. When [...]
The joy of composting
Compost may be the most romantic form of recycling. Sure, your aluminum can of LaCroix can be crushed, melted and remolded into another aluminum can [...]
Sheridan looking toward new opportunities, industries
Forward Sheridan operates specifically to be aware of and encourage emerging business opportunities. Historically, we have done this with telehealth, cybersecurity, energy and other topics. [...]
DSA welcomes new board members, invites all to polo cup
On July 24, the Downtown Sheridan Association held its annual meeting at 8:30 a.m. in the DSA Community Room. Board President Peg Martin introduced and [...]
Cleaning up recycling
In last week’s column, I explored the city of Sheridan’s efforts to conserve our landfill. There, in that finite piece of land, trash is forever [...]
CTG plans another great season
As summer starts to wind down (I know… AAAARGH), theater season starts to ramp up (YAY!).
Throwing trash ‘away’
Earlier this week, the city of Sheridan revealed its new trash compactor. The shiny yellow machine is just one of the ongoing efforts to extend the [...]
Agriculture and Natural Resources play important role in Chamber
With over 30 million acres of farm and ranch land and over half of the state’s total land publicly owned, agriculture, natural resources and public [...]
Embracing patriotism
Growing up, I never noticed Sheridan’s lack of an Independence Day parade. Sure, most of us get the day off, throw backyard barbecues and then watch [...]
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