At today’s Chamber Lunch Program, a NEW shared online Community Calendar was unveiled by Sheridan Media’s General Manager Bob Grammens and The Sheridan Press’ Publisher Bryce Jacobson.
The Sheridan Press Publisher Bryce Jacobson (left) and Sheridan Media General Manager Bob Grammens (right)
The calendar is a shared partnership with Sheridan Media, The Sheridan Press, the Chamber and Sheridan County Travel & Tourism. Events posted to one organization’s calendar will also appear on each organization’s community calendar on their own individual websites.
“We are very excited to launch this new shared community calendar,” said Dixie Johnson, Chamber CEO. “The new modern platform allows members of the community to post events one time and have them shared across all four calendars. It also provides a one-stop shop for folks looking for upcoming events. We appreciate all of the work done by Sheridan Media and The Sheridan Press to spearhead this partnership.”
Individuals may submit events for the calendar via any of the participating organization’s sites. Those posting events will be asked to create an account for the calendar, and they will then be able to input information and images for the event. There is also the option to feature events for a fee. The feature option pulls the event to the top of the calendar through which it is posted (please note that the feature option does not crossover to the other calendars).
The calendar platform is the same one that The Sheridan Press has been using for a number of years so if you already have an account for their calendar, you will be able to continue using it.
Businesses and organizations may also include the calendar on their websites. If interested, contact either Sheridan Media at (307) 672-7421 or The Sheridan Press at (307) 672-2431.
If you have any questions or need assistance setting up your account/posting events, please call the Chamber office at (307) 672-2485 or email info@sheridanwyomingchamber.org.
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Ice Haus, with a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Located at 412 Whitney Lane in Sheridan, Ice Haus features an on-trend array of food, sweet treats and local libations. Chris and Hannah Medved are the owners. For more information, call (307) 381-9009 or visit www.icehauseatery.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Jack Wood, Yvonne Swanson, Thomas Snooks, Blake Mortensen, Nancy Herdt and Stacie Wells; Hannah, Porter and Chris Medved, Ice Haus; and Chamber Ambassadors Stella Montano, Ginny Rieger, Katie Culver, Gail Symons, Jaidyn Hale, Christine Dieterich and Ty Fauber.
SHERIDAN LACROSSE CLUB
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Sheridan Lacrosse Club, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Sheridan Lacrosse Club was established in 2022 to advance the sport of lacrosse in Northern Wyoming and offer competitive play to youth and high school athletes. The club also is committed to making the game available to all players, regardless of their financial situation. JR Wright serves as director. For more information about Sheridan Lacrosse Club, call (307) 763-1001 or visit www.sheridanlacrosse.com.
Pictured are (front row, left to right) Jaxon Reilly, Clay Burgess, Ryan Petzold, Aiden Vanderhoef, David Fehlauer, Lathen Underwood, Dillon Lemon, Payton Jack, Zach Thurow, Parker Mudd, Noah Kaeding, Jaeger Conrad and Caden Cahow, Sheridan Lacrosse Club; (back row, left to right) Dierks Burgess, Landon Underwood, Brayden Legerski, Jaiden Roberts, Isaac Fritz, Dane Lemon, Bri Charlebois, Riley Mudd, Emily Walton, Sylvia Howard, Sheridan Lacrosse Club; Chamber Ambassador Judy Ford; Whitney Sweeny, Sheridan Lacrosse Club; Chamber Ambassador Stella Montano; Jon Bongiorno, JR Wright, Andrew Johnson and Merit Nichols, Sheridan Lacrosse Club; Chamber Ambassadors Amy Blumenstock, Jaidyn Hale and Gail Symons; Bri Scholl, Hailey Harding, Amia Koltiska, Madison Burnett, Colten Terry, Andrew Stewart, Xavier Bishop, Rythen Underwood and Logan Music, Sheridan Lacrosse Club.
SHERIDAN WYO FCA
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Sheridan WYO Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, March 22, 2024. FCA Wyoming’s goal is to lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. Wendell Smith serves as the area representative for the organization. For more information about Sheridan WYO FCA, call (785) 418-4790 or visit fcawyoming.org.
Pictured are (front row, left to right) Erin Hoffman, Bryce Ludikuize and Halle Reed, Sheridan WYO FCA; Chamber Ambassadors Jack Wood, Christine Dieterich and Larson Patty; Wendell and Rachel Smith, Sheridan WYO FCA; and Chamber Ambassadors Stella Montano, Brianne Martin and Jim Schellinger; (back row, left to right) Cody Moeller, Elizabeth Moore, Mike Leuzinger, Mary Leuzinger, Tim Cooper, Phil Plett, Joanne Goss, Scott Kirschner, Adison Ludikuize, Nick Mauck, Grayson Moore, Lincoln Moore, Kiani Mauck and Peter Jost, Sheridan WYO FCA.
LAGNIAPPE CENTER
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Lagniappe Center, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Located at 1992 W. 5th St., Lagniappe Center is a transformative, vocational community that equips low-income parents for living-wage employment through paid training and mentoring. Crystal Merriam is the founder and executive director. For more information about Lagniappe Center, call (307) 429-2493 or www.lagniappesheridan.org.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Jaidyn Hale, Jack Wood and Kayla Andrews; Connie Krezelok, Lagniappe Center; Chamber Ambassador Stacie Wells; Janine Law, Crystal Merriam, Mark Law and Katie Shellenberger and son Daniel, Lagniappe Center; and Chamber Ambassadors Judy Ford, Thomas Snooks, Stella Montano and Jim Schellinger.
HACIENDA MADRIGAL FURNITURE, LLC
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Hacienda Madrigal Furniture, LLC, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, March 11, 2024. Hacienda Madrigal Furniture creates handmade, custom furniture and home decor. Jayde and Salvador Madrigal are the owners. For more information about Hacienda Madrigal Furniture, call (307) 431-4357 or visit www.haciendamadrigal.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Gail Symons and Stacie Wells; Jayde and Sayde Madrigal, Hacienda Madrigal Furniture; Chamber Ambassador Thomas Snooks; Salvador Madrigal, Hacienda Madrigal Furniture; and Chamber Ambassadors Elizabeth Ramsay and Stella Montano.
FINE SIGHT AND SOUND
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, FINE Sight and Sound, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 7, 2024. FINE Sight and Sound, located at 171 N. Main St. in Sheridan, is a custom audio and video design, installation, sales and training company for residential and commercial clientele. Aaron Perez is the owner. For more information about FINE Sight and Sound, call (307) 751-6585 or visit finesightsound.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassador Stacie Wells; Beth and Jeff Holsinger, FINE Sight and Sound; Chamber Ambassador Connie Begger; Cameron Perez, FINE Sight and Sound; Chamber Ambassador Ginny Rieger; Elijah Gilbert, Nicole Perez, Josh Lovingood, Aaron Perez, Elayna Taylor, Paul DelRossi and Mark Law, FINE Sight and Sound; Chamber Ambassadors Nick Cordingly and Amy Blumenstock; Daniel Baran, D.B. Smart Homes & Security; and Chamber Ambassador Katie Culver.
NORTHERN WYOMING SURVEYS, LLC and WHIRLY GIRL FLOWERS
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber members, Northern Wyoming Surveys, LLC, and Whirly Girl Flowers, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, March 8, 2024. Northern Wyoming Surveys, owned by Nathan Sturtevant, provides professional land surveying for today and tomorrow and specializes in Wyoming Water Rights and Boundaries. Whirly Girl Flowers is a wedding and event florist serving Sheridan and the Bighorn Mountain region for flower lovers. Whirly Girl is owned by Myca Sturtevant. For more information about Northern Wyoming Surveys, call (307) 461-9030 or visit www.northernwyomingsurveys.com. For more information about Whirly Girl Flowers, call (307) 461-5040 or visit www.whirlygirlflowers.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Amy Blumenstock, Stella Montano, Connie Begger, Ginny Rieger, Stacie Wells and Yvonne Swanson; Nathan, Tenley, Myca and Ames Sturtevant, Northern Wyoming Surveys, LLC, and Whirly Girl Flowers; and Chamber Ambassadors J.T. Grainger, Nick Cordingly, Brianne Martin, Nancy Herdt and Debi Isakson.
MANCHESTER ST. COFFEE
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Manchester St. Coffee, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, March 4, 2024. Located at 409 E. First St., Suite T, in Sheridan, Manchester St. Coffee produces coffee sourced ethically, roasted with solar power and packaged in compostable bags. Matt Egging is the owner and roaster. For more information about Manchester St. Coffee, call (307) 429-8140 or visit https://sites.google.com/view/thecoffeeguysheridan/home.
Pictured are (left to right) Phil Gilmore and Bruce Tomsovic, friends of Manchester St. Coffee; Chamber Ambassador Ty Fauber; Pat Tomsovic and Roger Sanders, friends of Manchester St. Coffee; Matt Egging, owner, Manchester St. Coffee; Chad Kohler, friend of Manchester St. Coffee; Naomi Egging and Katie Egging, Manchester St. Coffee; Allen Wellborn and Hanne Wellborn, friends of Manchester St. Coffee; Chamber Ambassador Ginny Rieger; and Doug Goodwin, friend of Manchester St. Coffee.
PEAK PROPERTY PROS
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Peak Property Pros, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. Peak Property Pros specializes in remodels, new design, outdoor spaces, automation of audio/video, security and network installation and expansion as well as maintenance, property management and event staffing. Taylor Pyle is the owner. For more information about Peak Property Pros, call (307) 421-1824 or visit www.peakprohandyman.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Cassandra Bush, Jim Schellinger and Yvonne Swanson; Taylor Pyle, Peak Property Pros; and Chamber Ambassadors Ty Fauber and Nancy Herdt.
WELLS FARGO BANK
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Wells Fargo Bank, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Located at 424 N. Main St. in Sheridan, Wells Fargo provides a full range of banking options tailored to meet the specific needs of its customers. Christine Temple is the Sheridan branch manager. For more information about Wells Fargo Bank, call (307) 672-0705 or visit www.wellsfargo.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors J.T. Grainger, Amy Blumenstock, Jim Schellinger and Ty Fauber; Dee Crawford, Wells Fargo Bank; Chamber Ambassador Kayla Andrews; Christine Temple, Wells Fargo Bank; Chamber Ambassador Stephanie Ellis; Joy Zemski, Wells Fargo Bank; and Chamber Ambassadors Blake Mortensen, Ginny Rieger, Connie Begger, Nancy Herdt and Judy Ford.
MISTY GARDNER REAL ESTATE – ENGEL & VOLKERS
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Misty Gardner Real Estate – Engel & Volkers, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Misty Gardner provides local real estate expertise with a global reach. Through her “White Glove Real Estate Services,” Misty specializes in luxury residential, commercial and land. For more information about Misty Gardner Real Estate – Engel & Volkers, call (307) 752-9335 or visit mistygardner.evrealestate.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Ginny Rieger, Debi Isakson and J.T. Grainger; David Turner, Zach McDermott, Misty Gardner, Josh Gardner and Cody Hunt, Misty Gardner Real Estate – Engel & Volkers; and Chamber Ambassadors Gail Symons, Brianne Martin and Judy Ford.
GIRL SCOUTS OF MONTANA AND WYOMING
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming, represented by Sheridan’s Brownie Troop 1332, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. According to the organization, “Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them.” For more information about the Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming, call (406) 252-0488 or visit www.gsmw.org.
Pictured are (front row, left to right) Chamber Ambassador Gail Symons; Brownie Troop 1332 members Addie Berens, Olivia Leahy, Ariyah Clark, Reyna Clark, Delilah Cassiday and Charlotte Foster; Brownie Troop 1332 leader Cassandra Foster; Troop members Audrey Curiel, Aura Creech, Mariah Spangler and Samara Munks. Back row: Chamber Ambassadors J.T. Grainger, Judy Ford and Debi Isakson; Brownie Troop 1332 leader Brekke Peterson-Munks; and Chamber Ambassadors Stella Montano, Ginny Rieger and Brianne Martin.
GOLDEN MEADOWLARK INSURANCE
The Chamber Ambassadors welcomed new Chamber member, Golden Meadowlark Insurance, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Owner Jobe Horsley is an independent Wyoming Medicare and Group Health Insurance Specialist. Golden Meadowlark partners with a variety of insurance companies to provide personalized plans for clients at no charge. For more information about Golden Meadowlark Insurance, call (307) 461-5555, stop by their office at 2 N. Main St., Ste. 409, or visit www.golden-meadowlark.com.
Pictured are (left to right) Chamber Ambassadors Stella Montano, Yvonne Swanson and Nancy Herdt; Amber, Noël, Watchman, Jonah and Jobe Horsley, Golden Meadowlark Insurance; and Chamber Ambassadors Jim Schellinger, Jack Wood and Ty Fauber.
Chamber CEO Dixie Johnson appeared on Sheridan Media‘s Public Pulse talk show this morning. She talked about the Chamber’s Awards of Excellence, upcoming Chamber programs, the WYDOT/City of Sheridan Public Meeting for Phase II of the Main Street project and more. Listen to the recording at https://sheridanmedia.com/.
The Chamber hosted its 25th annual Awards of Excellence on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at the WYO Theater. All of the nominees were recognized and the recipients announced for the Community Champion, Strength of Sheridan, Business of the Year and Business Person of the Year awards.
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of the 2023 Awards of Excellence during its 25th Annual Awards of Excellence celebration Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at the WYO Theater.
The recipients were selected by the Chamber’s membership via on-line ballot.
The awards presented and the recipients are:
Community Champion Award This award honors a Chamber member individual, business or organization that has made a significant impact in Sheridan County. Understanding that a community thrives when those in it invest and contribute to its success, the nominees demonstrate vision, ambition and drive to address needs in the community and strive for the betterment of the local area.
2023 Recipient: Cody Sinclair Chief Development Officer – Sheridan Memorial Hospital Currently the Chief Development Officer at Sheridan Memorial Hospital, Cody Sinclair grew up working in his parents’ small business in Thermopolis. Interacting with the community every day, he learned to draw meaning and purpose from community involvement on the storeroom floors. Cody and his siblings worked alongside their parents, but they also learned to connect with everyone in the community and offer help whenever they could, to whomever might need it. Cody serves on the Sheridan Economic and Education Development Authority Joint Powers board, the Perkins board and as a Bighorn Mountain Trail Run volunteer. Cody was a member of the Chamber board for seven years, serving as both president and treasurer during that time. Cody also works closely with hospital volunteers and the Foundation board and staff who fundraise for various hospital projects such as the Link Partners in Pink that benefits the patients and families at the Welch Cancer Center. He also enjoys working with gift shop and surgery waiting room volunteers and those planning events for the community.
Strength of Sheridan Award This award honors a Chamber member business or organization that has a distinguished tenure of 20 or more years in the community. This business or organization demonstrates consistent service, continually invests in the community, meets challenges with innovative solutions and demonstrates sustained quality performance.
2023 Recipient: First Federal Bank & Trust First Federal Bank & Trust is a community bank and the only mutual bank in Sheridan. They provide full-service banking solutions including deposit accounts, business loans, cash management services, home loans, equipment financing and wealth management services. First Federal was founded in Sheridan in 1935 as a mutual bank, meaning they don’t pay stockholders – they pay their communities. The bank’s mission is “We will support and improve the lives of our staff, customers and communities.” First Federal upholds that mission in many ways, including their Community Commitment program where the bank donated $1,000 every week to a nonprofit in the community. They contribute to many other organizations and causes in the community, and team members are encouraged to support the community through volunteering. Each employee is provided with $100 per year to use towards registration fees for nonprofit organization events, and in honor of each employee’s work anniversary, First Federal donates $250 to a nonprofit of the employee’s choice. First Federal team members serve on the boards of over 20 local organizations and the bank participates in the Adopt-A-Highway program. While banking continues to evolve and change, their mission remains constant, and they look forward to finding new and innovative ways to support our communities and local organizations as the only mutual bank in Sheridan.
Business of the Year This award honors a Chamber member business that positively impacts the economic health of the Sheridan area through exceptional business practices, customer service and innovation. This business shows steady growth and consistent strong performance, excels in community relations, practices exemplary business conduct, responds positively to adversity and shows proven business achievement.
2023 Recipient: AlphaGraphics AlphaGraphics of Wyoming is a locally owned and operated, full-service visual marketing and print provider. The business started in the 1930s as a small print shop called Quick Printing Company. Current owners Matthew and Nadine Gale purchased Quick Printing in 2010 making them the 3rd generation of Gales to own Quick Printing. In 2015, Matt and Nadine decided to convert the independent print shop into a member of the AlphaGraphics franchise which provided them with access to a network of other owners, increased purchasing power, training and more. The AlphaGraphics team partners with clients to provide business solutions and solve problems. Vested in their success, the team really gets to know their clients and their businesses. AlphaGraphics commits at least eight percent of its annual revenues in discounts and donations to local nonprofit organizations. Nadine serves on several boards including the Whitney Benefits Board of Trustees and the Chamber of Commerce board. Members of the AlphaGraphics team helped organize and put on the Sodfarm Festival in 2023 raising money for the Sheridan High School Marching Band and Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange. In 2021, AlphaGraphics acquired Sheridan Printing and moved to its current location on North Main Street to accommodate its need for expansion.
Business Person of the Year This award honors a Chamber member business person(s) who shows outstanding business acumen and strong leadership in business and community efforts. This person is a champion for economic development, strives to exceed customer expectations, delivers industry leading standards of service and quality and exhibits innovation in business development.
2023 Recipient: Megan Cook, Java Moon In 2021 Megan and Ron Cook purchased local coffee shop, café and bakery, Java Moon, located in the heart of downtown Sheridan. Java Moon provides customers with a warm comfortable place to gather while enjoying quality coffee and tea, made from scratch baked goods and breakfast and lunch sandwich options as well as catering and takeout orders. When the Cooks purchased Java Moon, they did so with a desire to preserve and enhance the business- making sure that it remains a favorite in downtown Sheridan for years to come. Java Moon supports the Sheridan community in many ways. Megan showcases local art and musicians and donates to and sponsors local organizations and events throughout the community. Megan currently sits on the local Whitney Benefits Board of Trustees and state-wide Make A Wish Board and is a past Girl Scout leader, Leadership Sheridan County graduate, past Downtown Sheridan Association Board member and volunteer Make A Wish wish grantor. Seeing a need in the community for a place to hold a private meeting or work quietly, Megan created The Phases by Java Moon, a conference room available for rent for business meetings and gatherings by the hour or day. Megan and the Java Moon staff are committed to providing a place for locals and visitors alike to gather and feel welcome while supporting the Sheridan community.
Each recipient is featured in the Chamber’s newly released 2024 Community Guide and Membership Directory. The guides are produced in partnership with The Sheridan Press and are available at both the Chamber’s and the Press’ offices, newsstands, the Visitor Information Center on Fifth Street and many additional locations throughout Sheridan County.
For more information about the Awards of Excellence or the Chamber’s Community Guide and Membership Directory, contact the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce at (307) 672-2485.
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce will host its 25th annual Awards of Excellence celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 28, starting at 5 p.m. at the WYO Theater, 42 S. Main St. in Sheridan.
The Chamber will recognize all of the nominees and announce the recipients in four awards categories: Community Champion, Strength of Sheridan, Business of the Year and Business Person(s) of the Year.
The four award categories and nominees are as follows:
Community Champion Award
This award honors a Chamber member individual, business or organization that has made a significant impact in Sheridan County. Understanding that a community thrives when those in it invest and contribute to its success, the nominees demonstrate vision, ambition and drive to address needs in the community and strive for the betterment of the local area.
Community Champion Award Nominees: Rosie Berger Sheridan Rotary Club Cody Sinclair Gail Symons The Salvation Army
Strength of Sheridan
This award honors a Chamber member business or organization that has a distinguished tenure of 20 or more years in the community. This business or organization demonstrates consistent service, continually invests in the community, meets challenges with innovative solutions and demonstrates sustained quality performance.
Strength of Sheridan Award Nominees: Big Horn Equestrian Center First Federal Bank & Trust Kilpatrick Creations, Inc. Peter D’s RV Park Sheridan County Fair Association
Business of the Year
This award honors a Chamber member business that positively impacts the economic health of the Sheridan area through exceptional business practices, customer service and innovation. This business shows steady growth and consistent strong performance, excels in community relations, practices exemplary business conduct, responds positively to adversity and shows proven business achievement.
Business of the Year Nominees: AlphaGraphics Cross E Dairy & Freedom Foods Market Imperial Powder Coating Sheridan Honda & Sheridan Powersports WYO Candle Co.
Business Person of the Year
This award honors a Chamber member business person who shows outstanding business acumen and strong leadership in business and community efforts. This person is a champion for economic development, strives to exceed customer expectations, delivers industry leading standards of service and quality and exhibits innovation in business development.
Business Person of the Year Nominees: Mike Ash, Powder River Party Rentals Doug Carlton, Carlton Construction Megan Cook, Java Moon Darin & Marisa Olson, On the Rocks Jewelry, Inc. Patrick Suchor, Harker Mellinger CPAs, LLC
The nominees were named by the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and the recipients were selected by the Chamber membership via online vote.
A reception will be held at 5 p.m. followed by the ceremony at 6 p.m.
Tickets are $65 for adults, $35 for ages 12-18 and free for those under 12. Packages of five adult tickets are available for $275. Tickets are required for all levels, including free. Cash bar will be available. Online tickets may be purchased in advance here or by calling the Chamber office at 672-2485. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Awards of Excellence are brought to you in part by Nathan Hans Photography, Sheridan Media, The Sheridan Press and the WYO Theater.
