Schedule for Chamber Candidate Forums Announced; All Voters Invited to Attend

The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Committee is hosting Candidate Forums for the primary election candidates on Monday, June 27, and Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. at the WYO Theater. All voters are encouraged to attend.

The forums provide an opportunity for those running in contested races for elected office in the Aug. 16, 2022, primary election to share information about themselves and their platforms. Each candidate will give a brief introduction, followed by a Q&A period and a closing statement.

The June 27 forum will host candidates for city and county races. Candidates confirming attendance for Monday’s forum and the order of appearance at the forum are as follows: Clerk of the District Court — Rene Botten (R) and Rachel Borgialli (R); County Coroner — Thomas L. Bennett (R) and Robert Byrd (R); County Treasurer — Katie Araas (R) and Kevin Harding (R); County Sheriff — Levi Dominguez (R), Brandon Leonard Masters (R) and Roger Miller (R); County Commissioners — Michael R. Arzy (R), Dennis Fox (R), Christi Burgess Haswell (R), Bryan Helferich (R), Holly Jennings (R), Nick Siddle (R), Jason Szewc (R) and Allen J. Thompson (R); and Sheridan Councilmember — Clint Beaver, Lynette Cattaneo, Dustin Coryn, Neil Fancher, Aaron C. Linden, Greg Luhman, Andrew Patceg, Terry Weitzel and Jack Wood.

On June 28, the Candidate Forum will focus on state positions. Candidates confirming attendance and the order of appearance at Tuesday’s forum are as follows: Governor — Brent Bien (R), Mark Gordon (R), Theresa A. Livingston (D), Rex Rammell (R) and Rex Wilde (D); Secretary of State — Mark Armstrong (R),  Dan Dockstader (R), Chuck Gray (R) and Tara Nethercott (R); State Treasurer — Curt Meier (R); Superintendent of Public Instruction — Megan Degenfelder (R), Thomas Kelly (R), Sergio A. Maldonado, Sr. (D), Brian Schroeder (R) and Jennifer Zerba (R); State Senator – District 21 — Bo Biteman (R) and Mark Hansen (D); State Representative – District 29 — Gary Miller (R), Ken Pendergraft (R) and Martha J. Wright (D); State Representative – District 40 — Barry Crago (R) and Richard Tass (R); and State Representative – District 51 — Bryan Miller (R) and Cyrus Western (R).

Questions for the candidates may be submitted in advance to the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee for the committee’s consideration. Deadlines to submit questions are 12 p.m. on June 27 for Monday’s forum for city and county candidates and 12 p.m. June 28 for Tuesday’s forum for state candidates. Questions should be emailed to kmyers@sheridanwyomingchamber.org or delivered to the Chamber office at 54 S. Main St. in Sheridan.

All questions will be asked by the moderator. Due to time limitations, no direct questions from the audience will be allowed.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Both forums also will be livestreamed via the Chamber’s YouTube Channel with a recording available within 24 hours of the event.

For more information, contact the Chamber at (307) 672-2485.


Candidate Forums for Primary Election Candidates Set for June 27 and 28

The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Committee is hosting Candidate Forums for the primary election candidates on Monday, June 27, and Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. at the WYO Theater.

The forums provide an opportunity for those running in contested races for elected office in the Aug. 16, 2022, primary election to share information about themselves and their platforms. Each candidate will give a brief introduction, followed by a Q&A period and a closing statement.

The June 27 forum will host candidates for city and county races, including Clerk of the District Court, County Coroner, County Treasurer, County Sheriff, County Commissioners and Sheridan Councilmembers. On June 28, the Candidate Forum will focus on state positions including Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, Superintendent of Public Instruction, State Senator – District #21, State Representative – District #29, State Representative – District #40 and State Representative – District #51.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Both forums also will be livestreamed via the Chamber’s YouTube Channel with a recording available within 24 hours of the event.

For more information, contact the Chamber at (307) 672-2485.


Community Invited to Share Thoughts at Final Lunchtime Conversations About Open Spaces

Members of the local community are invited to share their thoughts and ideas at the final wrap-up session of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s “Lunchtime Conversations About Open Spaces” on Tuesday, May 24, 2022.

The fourth in the series, “Where Do We Go from Here?” will be facilitated by Laura Lehan of Peak Consulting. It will begin at 12 p.m. at Luminous Brewhouse in Sheridan.

Coordinated by the Chamber’s Ag & Natural Resources Committee, each of the previous three sessions featured a panel of representatives from area businesses and organizations who jumpstarted the topic of conversation with the audience. In this final session, the discussion will focus on information shared at the prior three meetings and how to move forward with ways the community can assist in securing and protecting our open spaces.

“In this final session, it is vital for members of the community to bring their thoughts and ideas about how we can continue to balance use of our open spaces into the future,” said Dixie Johnson, CEO of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce. “Open spaces are essential to our community’s economy and culture, and we welcome all voices to weigh in.”

Participants are welcome to bring lunch. There is no cost to attend the series, and all are welcome.

For more information, call the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce at (307) 672-2485 or visit www.sheridanwyomingchamber.org. 


2022 Christmas Stroll Theme Announced; Students Invited to Submit Designs for Button Contest

Summer may be right around the corner, but the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce is thinking about Christmas Stroll! It is time once again for area children to submit their designs for the 2022 Sheridan Christmas Stroll Button Design Contest.

The theme for the 2022 Christmas Stroll is “Snow Globe Christmas.”

Sheridan County students in Grades 1 through 6 are encouraged to submit their designs for the Stroll Button. Stroll Button Design entry forms are available at all county elementary schools, the Chamber office at 54 S. Main St., Kid Curious at 129 N. Main St. and online at www.sheridanwyomingchamber.org.

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The winning design will be chosen by the Stroll Committee, based upon how well it reflects the theme “Snow Globe Christmas.” The winning artist receives $100 in Chamber Bucks, their framed Stroll Button Design and Stroll Button No. 1.

Entries are due June 10 and can be mailed to the Chamber at P.O. Box 707, Sheridan, or dropped off at the Chamber Office at 54 S. Main St.

If you know a student in this age group, encourage them to submit a drawing. You never know who the next winning artist may be!

The 2022 Christmas Stroll event will be Nov. 25, the Friday after Thanksgiving.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 672-2485 or email info@sheridanwyomingchamber.org.


‘Effects of Land Use Policies’ Topic of Third Lunchtime Conversations Session

The third session of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s “Lunchtime Conversations About Open Spaces” will be held Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 12 p.m. at Luminous Brewhouse. The discussion will center around “Effects of Land Use Policies.”

Coordinated by the Chamber’s Ag & Natural Resources Committee, each session features a panel of representatives from area businesses and organizations who will jumpstart the conversation and interactively explore with attendees what is balanced use of our open space, and can we continue to balance that use into the future? They’ll also discuss the importance of open spaces to our community’s economy and culture now and into the future. Attendees are encouraged to join in with questions and discussion.

The April 26 session will feature panelists Mark Reid, Sheridan County Planner; Amy Ormseth, District Ranger for the Bighorn National Forest Tongue Ranger District; and Senator Dave Kinskey.

The final session, “Where Do We Go from Here?” will be held on May 24 and will be a facilitated discussion led by Laura Lehan of Peak Consulting.

Each session will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Luminous Brewhouse with attendees welcome to stay after for further discussion. Participants are welcome to bring lunch. There is no cost to attend the series, and all are welcome.

For more information, call the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce at (307) 672-2485 or visit www.sheridanwyomingchamber.org


‘Outdoor Recreation and Its Impact’ Topic of Second Lunchtime Conversations Session

The second session of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce’s “Lunchtime Conversations About Open Spaces” will be held Tuesday, March 22, at 12 p.m. at Luminous Brewhouse. The discussion will center around “Outdoor Recreation and Its Impacts.”

Coordinated by the Chamber’s Ag & Natural Resources Committee, each session features a panel of representatives from area businesses and organizations who will jumpstart the conversation and interactively explore with attendees what is balanced use of our open space, and can we continue to balance that use into the future? They’ll also discuss the importance of open spaces to our community’s economy and culture now and into the future. Attendees are encouraged to join in with questions and discussion.

The March 22 session will feature panelists Patrick Harrington of the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Office, Steve Gage with City of Sheridan Parks and Recreation, Phillip Huckins from Back Country Horsemen, Travis Harnish of Bighorn Mountain Crawlers and David Haile from Black Mountain Nordic Club.

Upcoming conversations include “Effects of Land Use Policies” on April 26 and “Where Do We Go from Here?” on May 24.

Each session will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Luminous Brewhouse with attendees welcome to stay after for further discussion. Participants are welcome to bring lunch. There is no cost to attend the series. For more information, call the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce at (307) 672-2485.


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