Author: Jodi Hartley

The 26th graduating class of Leadership Sheridan County was recognized Oct. 9 with a graduation ceremony at the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce Lunch.

Graduating its first class in 1994, Leadership Sheridan County is a 10-month program of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce, which identifies future leaders, enhances community and leadership knowledge, establishes valuable connections, and promotes civic and community involvement. Once participants graduate, they are also responsible for leading the modules in conjunction with the Leadership Steering Committee for the following year as they continue on their leadership journey.

The graduates of Leadership Sheridan County Class of 2019 are:

Timi Burr, Powder River Heating & Air Conditioning
Megan Cook, D.A. Davidson & Co.
Laura Dalles, WYDOT – District 4
Olivia Feaster, Sheridan VA Health Care System
Rio Franzman, SWCA Environmental Consultants
Nicole Hamilton, City of Sheridan
Jodi Hartley, Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce
Krista Huntley, Thrivent Financial
Justin Jenkins, Vacutech
Sage Kehrer, First Federal Bank & Trust
Kelly Miller-Smart, Frontier Asset Management
Ann Perkins, Sheridan County
Ami Puuri, First Interstate Bank
Khale Century Reno, Wyoming Wilderness Association
Alan Schmit, Big Al’s Construction
Ryan Shippy, Sheridan College
Ashleigh Snoozy, The Sheridan Press
Amber Stones, First Northern Bank of Wyoming
Patrick Suchor, Harker Mellinger CPA’s
Casey Terrell, Crowley Fleck
Ryan White, Cloud Peak Energy – Spring Creek Mine
Elisabeth Wilson, Advanced Communications Technology

Applications are now being taken for the 2020 Leadership Sheridan County class. Applications are due Oct. 31 and are available at the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce office at 24 S. Main St., Sheridan, or below.

For more information about the program call 307-672-2485.

For the third year, the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with local manufacturers, will celebrate national Manufacturing Day set for Friday, Oct. 4. This year, Sheridan’s celebration will expand from one day of tours and demonstrations to three days: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 2-4.

Thirteen local businesses and Sheridan College will open their doors to the public and local schools for the community to see firsthand how manufacturing works locally and learn about the career opportunities available.

Manufacturing Day is an annual national event to showcase modern manufacturing technology and to help shape people’s perceptions about today’s manufacturing environment. The annual celebration also is an opportunity to draw attention to the outstanding opportunities that a career in manufacturing can provide.

“Manufacturing Day is an opportunity to highlight modern manufacturing—a vibrant and growing industry that offers diverse, high-paying career opportunities,” said Dixie Johnson, chief executive officer of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce. “Our events in Sheridan, and the larger Manufacturing Day initiative, allow manufacturing companies like ours to showcase what manufacturing is really about. We are proud to highlight the innovative work local companies are doing and hope our events inspire the next generation of workforce talent to pursue a rewarding career in manufacturing.”

To mark the event, the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Committee has worked with local manufacturers to compile a schedule of tours for the event. The 2017 and 2018 tours were such a success that the BRE Committee decided to expand the celebration to three days to allow the public greater access.

In addition, City of Sheridan Mayor Roger Miller issued a proclamation during the Sept. 16 City Council meeting naming Oct. 4, 2019, as Manufacturing Day in Sheridan.

2019 Manufacturing Days Tour Schedule:

Bighorn Design Studio (171 N. Main St.)
Oct. 3                     9 a.m. &  11 a.m.

Black Tooth Brewing Co. (312 Broadway)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       4 p.m.
Oct. 4                   5 p.m. Manufacturing Day Celebration

Craftco (680 Airfield Ln.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       10 a.m. & 2 p.m.

EMIT (2571 N. Main St.)
Oct. 4                    9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (tours every 15 minutes; RSVP and get a free gift! RSVP here by Oct. 2)
12:15 p.m. Ribbon Cutting

Holly Seed (1457 Coffeen Ave.)
Oct. 3                    2 p.m.

Kennon (2071 N. Main St.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.

Kings Ropes (184 N. Main St.)
Oct. 3                    9:30 a.m.

Koltiska Distillery (644 Crook St.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m. & 9 p.m.

L&H Industrial, Inc. (1909 Commercial Ave.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       9 a.m. & 1 p.m.

Luminous Brewhouse (504 Broadway)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       2 p.m.

Sheridan College Technical Center (1 Whitney Way)
(45-minute tours; meet at north end of center)
Oct. 2                    1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Oct. 3                    9 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Oct. 4                    9 a.m., 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

The Sheridan Press (144 Grinnell Ave.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       10:30 a.m.

Tom Balding Bits & Spurs (655 Riverside St.)
Oct. 2                    1-3 p.m.
Oct. 3                    9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Vacutech (1350 Hi-Tech Dr.)
Oct. 2, 3 & 4       8 a.m. & 12 p.m.

For more information about Manufacturing Day in Sheridan, contact the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce at (307) 672-2485.

Daily United Express flights from Sheridan to Denver will be starting this winter. The new flights, operated by SkyWest Airlines, begin on Jan. 12, 2020, and will provide Sheridan travelers seamless access to United’s global network via the airline’s Denver hub. Tickets are available today at united.com.

“We are excited to be a part of the Sheridan community and to provide reliable, efficient air service,” said Greg Atkin, SkyWest Airlines managing director – Market Development. “With these new flights, travelers will have more choice and convenience every time they use their local airport.”

Flights from Sheridan to Denver are timed to provide maximum connection opportunities for both business and leisure travelers. Customers will also be able to accrue and utilize frequent flyer miles through United’s MileagePlus loyalty program.

Each of the Sheridan flights will be aboard the quiet, comfortable 50-seat Bombardier CRJ200. SkyWest is a leading CRJ200 operator and has been named the manufacturer’s most reliable operator in North America five times.

Customers may book flights immediately at united.com or by calling United reservations at 800.UNITED.1 (800.864.8331). The best fares can always be found on united.com. This press release and additional information about SkyWest Airlines can be found at www.skywest.com.

About SkyWest Airlines
SkyWest Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW) partners with the world’s largest network carriers including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With nearly 14,000 aviation professionals operating over 2,500 daily flights, SkyWest Airlines connects millions of passengers each month to 261 destinations across North America and has a fleet of 484 aircraft. Headquartered in St. George, Utah, SkyWest’s industry-leading workforce and excellent leadership team have consistently generated solid operational and economic performance, setting the standard for excellence in the regional industry. Visit www.skywest.com for more information and follow @SkyWestAirlines on Twitter.