Columns | Powell Tribune

Love is in the air or maybe it’s burnt toast

With Valentine’s Day coming soon, women are giddy, thinking no cooking, and instead, candlelit dinners and heart-shaped boxes of chocolates. Men might be exhilarated on this day too, but their … more

By Trena Eiden | 2/8/24

Putting the Lord in his proper place

In his book “Don’t Follow Your Heart,” Thaddeus Williams observes that the fastest growing religion in our nation is that of self-worship. “We all, regardless of … more

By David Pool | 2/8/24

Freedom Caucus: Gov. Gordon’s budget is unaffordable, unsustainable

In late 2023, Gov. Mark Gordon submitted his state budget. The governor described his budget as ‘disciplined,’ ‘business like,’ ‘forward-thinking,’ … more

By John Bear, Scott Heiner, Ben Hornok and Tony Locke | 2/8/24

Taking the Bible literally

It was a classic years ago when our Sunday School teacher, my brother Paul, had made a good point while reading from the good book and followed with, “And ya know, there's a lot of truth in … more

By Doug Blough | 2/6/24

February happenings at the library

Park County Library is pleased to announce one of our favorite authors, Craig Johnson, will be visiting our libraries in February. Craig Johnson will be at the Powell Library on Saturday, Feb. 24 at … more

By Karen Horner | 2/1/24

We can’t be the weirdest people on earth

I was in the laundry room pulling new underwear out of the package when Gar walked in. I swung a pair in the air and said, “Yay, new undies.” His eyebrows shot up, and with a hopeful look … more

By Trena Eiden | 2/1/24

A New Year’s resolution(s)

Most people I know start their New Year’s off with a goal, better known as a “New Year’s Resolution.” Something they want to work towards for the next 365 days, or longer if … more

By Lauren Lejeune | 2/1/24

Through his eyes

Whichever one of you has committed no sin may throw the first stone at her,” John 8:8 (Good News Translation). I remember, as a child, seeing a statue of three monkeys, each one with their … more

By Steve Nelson | 2/1/24

Greetings from the Tribune’s new intern

I’m Abigail LeBlanc, the most recent intern at the Powell Tribune. I’m a current senior at Powell High School and have recently discovered my passion for journalism and providing news … more

By Abigail LeBlanc | 1/30/24

Property tax and the 2024 legislative session

During and shortly after the pandemic, much of Wyoming saw significant in-migration of people from other states. This movement of people into Wyoming was a result of our scenic beauty, … more

By Ogden Driskill and Albert Sommers | 1/30/24

Plan to attend precinct caucuses and county conventions

Every even-numbered year, two of the most essential functions of county central committees for major political parties occur: precinct caucuses and county conventions. These two events are essential … more

By David Hill | 1/25/24

When God gives us something hard to bear

If we are honest with ourselves, we who live in America are easily distressed by the challenges God puts in front of us. In truth, we don’t just struggle with hearing “no” from God … more

By Shane Legler | 1/25/24

Looking back, glance don’t stare

This is the time to look back and see if we’ve learned anything in the past year. Our oldest son has a saying, “When you look back, glance, don’t stare.” These are true words … more

By Trena Eiden | 1/23/24

Erikson’s life stages of human growth and development

Erik Erikson, a psychoanalyst who studied under Freud, was one of the first in the field of psychoanalysis and human development to suggest that human growth and development occurs throughout the … more

By Carol Bell | 1/23/24

Stolen: The election, your time and your money

I was scrolling through social media this evening when I came across a headline that snagged my attention: “Judge Tosses Wyoming Attorney’s Attempt To Keep Trump, Lummis Off Ballot” … more

By Lauren Lejeune | 1/18/24

PCAS is looking to a strong future

Researchers have been analyzing the impact that COVID-19 has had on animal shelter adoptions across the country. When people were isolated at home during the height of the pandemic animal shelters … more

By Jona Harris | 1/18/24

What gets your attention?

When I was growing up my dad had a distinct sounding whistle to get my attention. When we would be somewhere and I wasn’t right beside him he would whistle; it would cut through any other noise … more

By Hunter Christner | 1/18/24

To plow or not to plow that &%$# plug

Twenty years back when we lived in Powell, the plug between Wyo. Highway 296 and the northeast gate of Yellowstone was a topic of anger and angst and had been for years even then. I see nothing has … more

By Steve Moseley | 1/16/24

Airing out some musty thoughts

Sometimes I have no specific subject I wish to address, but random, unconnected thoughts desperately seeking an outlet. Perhaps you’ve shared one or more of these intuitive observances and will … more

By Doug Blough | 1/11/24

House, Senate leaders provide 2024 Legislative preview

As the Wyoming Legislature readies for 20 days of discussion and debate ahead of the 2024 Legislative Budget Session, we prepare for this work as servants to the people of our communities. Over the … more

By Albert Sommers and Ogden Driskill | 1/11/24