Letters to the Editor | Powell Tribune

National park entrance restrictions unnecessary

Dear Editor: Someone asked me what restricted park entry system would work best? First, there is no evidence provided by the Park Service that a problem will exist. The park’s justification … more

Submitted by Richard Jones | 6/28/22

Absence of facts

Dear editor: In response to the letter by Dennis Reuter in the March 26 Powell Tribune. We know that politics is a dirty business. It always has been. We have dirty politicians on … more

Submitted by Linda and Bob Graff | 4/2/24

Help for veterans

Dear editor: If you are a veteran in crisis or concerned about someone who is, help is here. In January, the new COMPACT Act went into effect across the U.S. The COMPACT Act is the … more

Submitted by Mike Phillips | 3/28/23

Supposed landlocked land in need of bridge not landlocked

Dear editor: In response to the Tribune article from the 20th of April, shame on the Park County Outdoor Recreation Collaborative group for their rhetoric about “landlocked” public … more

Submitted by A.J. Greene | 4/25/23

Fact or opinion?

Dear Editor: The recent threatening letters a candidate has received from several prominent Wyoming attorneys throughout the state accusing her of promoting the “fraudulent election of … more

Submitted by Georgene Tozzi, Helen Laughery, Susan Sutton | 10/18/22

Unreliable sources on letter against renewable energy

Dear editor: Regarding the recent letter to the editor by Tina Purdy on the dangers of wind and solar energy systems, I had to question the shady sources listed at the end of her piece. I think … more

Submitted by Morgan Tyree | 3/28/23

This isn’t Russia: Why can’t opposing political opinions be expressed?

Dear Editor: I stopped at Albertson’s the afternoon of Aug. 10, and when I came out of the store, there was a note on my windshield. This note was on a piece of notebook paper and says, … more

Submitted by Patricia Winlow | 8/18/22

Disappointing only two candidates showed up to school board forum

Dear Editor: The Park 6 School Board candidates Q&A meeting, on Oct. 6 at the Wapiti School, was well attended by parents, concerned citizens and other interested community minded … more

Submitted by Glen and Maryanne Schultz | 10/18/22

RE: parental responsibility

Dear editor: As a parent we are responsible to teach our children several things. Amongst these are love, manners, morals, respect and faith. Otherwise, we raise feral thugs. Parents are the … more

Submitted by Robin Berry | 3/28/24

In-park housing should go away

Dear editor: Have you been watching Yellowstone’s 150th Virtual Video Series on YouTube? Yellowstone’s record of past mismanagement is a common theme in the videos. … more

Submitted by Steve Torrey | 2/21/23

Let’s settle our differences about the Cody temple

To whomever you are and wherever you live: I hope you will care and read. I am Samuel Mads Cottrell from Powell and want to talk to everyone interested about building our temple in Cody. I … more

Submitted by S. Mads Cottrell | 8/3/23

Hageman has not succumbed to climate change hysteria

Dear editor: In the Oct. 5 edition of the Tribune, a man named Phil was critical of Harriet Hageman because she has not surrendered to the climate change hysteria. She knows that God … more

Submitted by Susan Hoffert | 10/12/23

Moral standards will promote good will

Dear Editor: I truly appreciate what Janita Krayniak witnessed in her recent article about the teachings of the savior, Jesus Christ. And as we focus on what the son of God would say or do … more

Submitted by Edward Morrow | 7/19/22

Some not mentally stable enough to carry a gun

Dear Editor: Mr. Allan Knopp appears to know a lot about the Constitution of the United States and the Second Amendment. I wonder if he would feel the same if one of the 19 children or … more

Submitted by Frank Gonzalez | 7/19/22

Government programs bad for big game

Dear editor: Many years ago our government teamed up with the universities, colleges and special interest groups and introduced science into our wildlife and its habitats. Since this time, … more

Submitted by Rand Christensen | 1/4/24

Sen. Lummis replies to concerns about marriage act vote

Dear Editor, After sending a letter to Sen. Cynthia Lummis that was basically the same as my January 5 letter to the editor, I received a very informative reply from Sen. Lummis. While much … more

Submitted by Susan Hoffert | 1/17/23

Here are 10 ways to bring more jobs to Cody, Park County

Dear editor: Ten ways to improve/increase jobs in Cody, Wyoming. 1. Add a roller rink: By adding one it will increase family fun, add jobs, it’s fun for everyone, it is also a great way … more

Submitted by Kathleen Tucker | 1/17/23

World isn’t black and white, find common ground

Dear Editor: We can’t be all right, all the time. Reading the two opposing views on how best to represent Park County residents brought into focus for me how destructive simplistic, black or … more

Submitted by Scott Feyhl | 7/5/22

MLK Day should be observed in area schools

Dear editor, I am amazed and saddened that our schools in Park and Big Horn counties do not recognize Martin Luther King Day. I have taught in four states and Wyoming is the only state where … more

Submitted by Judi Blymyer | 1/17/23

Have courage, step up, speak out

Feeling overwhelmed by divisiveness and life’s challenges?? Does a coping strategy of withdrawing and disengaging seem attractive and safe?? Many of us probably feel this way in … more

Submitted by Phyllis Roseberry | 2/9/23