Archive for January 2025
The View From Cheyenne
HD Rep Connolly
Jan 29, 2025
Download HD40 Representative Marilyn Connolly recaps recent legislative debates and key votes in the Wyoming House – from major funding decisions including the Veteran’s Home remodel and the Kaycee school boiler to contentious discussions on abortion regulations, election laws, and education policy. While staying true to her campaign commitments by supporting tighter abortion regulations, Representative Connolly…
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The Lawsuit Against
Johnson County Commissioners Explained
RWFA Meeting Jan 28, 2025
Download A handful of citizen plaintiffs are suing the Board of Johnson County Commissioners and the Wyoming Department of Audit. Chris Williams, who initiated the action, explains how this came about and other aspects of the issue at a Republican Women’s Freedom Alliance (RWFA) meeting on Jan 28th. Welcome & Introduction 0:30 – Laura DeMatteis …
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City County Meeting
Jan 28, 2025
Download Open 0:30 – Welcome representatives from Sheridan City Council Bev Leichtnam, Jack Wood– Semiquincentennial Committee & Events 1:30– Legislative Update 9:15– St Francis Animal Shelter Optional 1% Sales Tax Invoices FY25 17:30– Discussion: 1% Allocation Amount for Optional 1% Committee 23:05 Roundtable Discussion 25:30– Jeff Shelley– Wes Haskins– Mike Madden– Julie Silbernagel Affordable Housing Update, Gerry Spiering 40:35 Sheridan Councilperson, Bev…
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Wildlife Restoration & Recovery
Governor’s Community Forum
Sheridan Jan 27, 2025
Download Some individuals comments or questions are hard to hear as they did not use a microphone. We apologize for the loss in audio quality. Landowners attempting to recover from recent wildfires can no longer rely on state grants. Last week the Legislative Appropriations Committee slashed the funds from the Governor’s proposed supplemental budget from $130m…
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Education & New Legislation?
with Supt. Auzqui
Jan 24, 2025
Download Superintendent Charles Auzqui at Johnson County School District #1 discusses the potential implications of proposed legislation being decided at the current Wyoming Legislative Session. With significant changes to laws regarding the concealed carry of firearms in schools on the horizon, JCSD#1 has been proactive, inviting stakeholders—especially parents—to share their perspectives through a district-wide survey.…
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The View from Cheyenne
HD40 Rep Connolly
Jan 23, 2025
Download As the 68th Wyoming Legislative Session progresses, newly elected HD40 Representative Marilyn Connolly outlines the business of the Wyoming House during its first eight days. Following a relatively calm and straightforward first week, the tone of the second week has shifted dramatically, with debates in the chamber growing increasingly intense. The House has tackled…
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Buffalo City Council Meeting
Jan 21, 2025
Download Call to Order 0:45Pledge of Allegiance Approval of AgendaApproval of Minutes Jan 7, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes Public Hearing 1:50– Budget Amendment – contract planning services 3:10– Retail Liquor License Applications:Johnson Corp dba. Rosie’s Americana Café &CHS, Inc. dba Cenex Zip Trip #60 Unfinished Business– Ordinance #1420, 3rd & Final Reading An Ordinance amending Chapter 29, Article 3, Section 7.D…
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Screen Time Struggles?
‘Screenagers’
Jan 2025
Download Are you concerned about your child’s screen time? If you’ve ever felt uncertain about managing your child’s digital device use or worried about the influence of technology on their well-being, you are not alone. Many parents share these concerns, and so do JCSD#1’s school counselors. They see firsthand how screen time can affect students’ social…
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Precious Memories of Johnson County
World War II and The Great Depression
Jan 13, 2025
Download “Precious Memories of Johnson County” walked back the decades as local residents shared their personal stories of growing up in Johnson County, Wyoming, during two of the most defining eras in American history: the Great Depression and World War II. Listen as they recount tales of resilience, community, and the simple joys that sustained…
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JCSD#1 Board Meeting
Jan 13, 2025
Download Regular Session Pledge of Allegiance 0:45Roll CallAdditions/Accept Agenda Consent Agenda 1:40MinutesWarrantsEmploymentProcurement Purchases Action Items 3:50Policy Revision Second Reading General ReportsPrincipal Reports 4:55District Ops Team Reports 52:55District Admin Reports 1:07:55Board Level Reports 1:26:15 Other BusinessFrom the Board 1:27:25Reminder of Feb 7 & 8 Board Training 1:29:35Feb 5, 2025 Work Session 1:32:35Feb 10, Board Meeting Public Comment (none) 1:32:55 Executive SessionW>S 16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)personnel & legal matters Adjourn Next…
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Rural Healthcare District Board Meeting
Jan 13, 2025
Download Open & Approve Agenda 0:00Approve General Meeting Minutes 1:25 Treasurer’s Report 2:00Buffalo Director’s Report 9:50Kaycee Director’s Report 20:40 Old BusinessSmall Business Risk PolicyBuilding Site 25:30New Ambulances Equipment/Grill Guards 39:30 New BusinessElect Officers 44:35New Building – Electricity 47:50Patient Balance 1:01:25Renew/Extend Contract with Total Practice Strategies 1:10:50Equipment Purchase Request 1:14:15 Public Comment none 1:19:10 Review Vouchers 1:19:15 Adjourn
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Fire & Ice ’25
Jan 2025
Download The Fire & Ice Festival at the historic TA Ranch is back, bigger and better, on January 18th 2025. Taking lessons learned from their inaugural event last year, Katy and Tucker Giles are pulling out all the stops to make this year’s festival an unforgettable winter experience like no other. It’s a bold celebration…
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