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Allred asks clerks to remove ballot drop boxes

CHEYENNE — Interim Secretary of State Karl Allred has moved quickly to request the removal of absentee ballot drop boxes statewide. Three days after he was sworn into office, he sent a … more

By Jasmine Hall, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 10/13/22

Navigating healthy eating can be difficult during the holidays.

Handling eating challenges during the holidays

(Family Features) Navigating recovery from an eating disorder is rarely easy, and the holiday season tends to be especially challenging. Family gatherings, disrupted routines, food-centered … more

12/1/22

How a legal fight over East Coast fishing regulations could impact Wyoming

There’s a case before the Supreme Court that could significantly reduce the federal government’s power to interpret laws and issue regulations — including protections for the … more

By Mark Davis and CJ Baker | 3/7/24

Rylon Bird, of Valley of the Chiefs Productions, is screening his new film, ‘The Return,’ at the Cody Theatre.

Local film featured in April 12 Cody festival

“Who will carry this on when we are gone? Who will carry on the traditions of the Crow people?” asks Noel Two Leggins in Rylon Bird’s new film, “The Return,” which … more

4/4/24

Teen girl dies, two teen boys arrested in Cheyenne shooting

CHEYENNE (WNE) — The victim in Monday night’s shooting near Frontier Mall has been identified as a 17-year-old female Triumph High School student, and two local teens have been arrested … more

1/12/23

From left, Powell High School students and SkillsUSA members Sophie Czirr, Meaghan McKeen and Maya Landwehr are enrolled in the health care pathway at Powell High School. They are earning their certifications to become certified nursing students.

Students get a head start at medical careers thanks to Powell High School

Powell High School sophomore Sophie Czirr and juniors Maya Landwehr and Meaghan McKeen are getting a jumpstart on their health care careers. These three students are enrolled in the health … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/13/23

Simpson to receive Medal of Freedom

Former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in a July 7 ceremony at the White House by longtime friend, U.S. President Joe Biden. “Joe Biden and I have … more

By Mark Davis | 6/30/22

Former Wyoming gubernatorial candidate Brent Bien talks with roughly 40 people at a town hall in Clark on Nov. 9 hosted by Rep. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams (R-Cody) and Sen. Tim French (R-Powell).

State legislators host town hall in Clark

Numerous public issues were addressed during a Clark town hall, but a “people’s initiative” aimed at possibly reducing property tax bills by 50% emerged as the predominant topic. … more

Bob Rodriguez, Special to the Tribune | 11/14/23

Powell Middle School sets the tone in and out of the state

Powell Middle School staff members had a chance to demonstrate what makes the school successful on Dec. 7 when they received a visit from the Career Academy of South Bend, a charter school in … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/14/23

Mental illness awareness group holds kickoff event

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is returning to Park County, and the community is invited to join the celebration at its kickoff event on Thursday, Jan. 25. The event, which marks the … more

1/16/24

Members of Clarion Associates, who are leading Park County to adopt a new land use plan, speak with Park County Commissioners last week.

Land use plan consultants look toward starting first draft

The Park County Land Use Plan is getting close to a first draft. At last Tuesday’s county commission meeting representatives from land use consultant Clarion spoke with commissioners in … more

By Zac Taylor | 10/13/22

Ahmari, a wolverine at ZooMontana in Billings, gave birth to one kit (baby wolverine) in early February. The zoo is one of only a few zoos in the nation with a successful wolverine breeding program.

ZooMontana wolverine gives birth

Ahmari, one of ZooMontana’s two wolverines, gave birth to one female kit Feb. 6, the third wolverine to be born at ZooMontana. The baby is rather large, and is being well cared for by mom. As … more

By Mark Davis | 3/7/24

A felon from Billings, Montana, was recently sentenced to house arrest after he was caught wearing a pistol at Sibley Lake in the Bighorn National Forest.

Camping complaint in Bighorns nets felony

What started as a complaint about illegal camping in the Bighorn Mountains last year recently resulted in a felony conviction. On July 22, the Bighorn National Forest fielded a report about a … more

By CJ Baker | 4/25/24

Wyoming Supreme Court reinstates Cody attorney

After a disbarment that lasted more than six years, Cody attorney and former state legislator Sam Krone has been reinstated to the Wyoming State Bar. Krone’s law license had been suspended … more

By CJ Baker | 1/31/23

State education standards will undergo big changes in coming years

In the coming years, state standards will be undergoing substantial changes, said Jason Sleep, assistant superintendent of teaching and learning, during his annual report to the Park County School … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/13/23

Powell student graduates from Wyoming Connections Academy

Powell student Jaden Bear graduated from Wyoming Connections Academy on June 3 at Riley Arena in Cody. Wyoming Connections Academy is an online tuition-free program for K-12 students that has over … more

7/3/23

Upstage Dance Academy members perform a routine during last year’s Park County Fair. From left, Taylum Scheving, Sophia Scheving, Finley Karst, Hannah Perry, Danyka Light and Isabel Seddon.

Upstage Dance Academy returns for a third year

Upstage Dance Academy will be returning to the Park County Fair for its third consecutive year. This year, like last year, Upstage Dance Academy will be showing off 75 dancers on the Pepsi … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/25/23

Water and sewer variance sought for multi-family residential area

Tim and Gina Leonhardt are seeking a variance from the requirement for City of Cody public water and sewer so they can develop a multi-family residential area consisting of four duplexes on their … more

By Lucy Jane Crimm | 6/30/22

Powell Valley Recycling seeing better days

Recycling isn’t a strong revenue generator, so for the Powell Valley Recycling Center, operating in the black is good news. They’ve managed to keep in the black for a while now, after … more

By Kevin Killough | 7/21/22

Kathy Gaa, doctor of naturopathic medicine, wanting to give back to the community in a new way, hopes her store can help those in need of identifying which supplements are best for their body.

Supplementing the community

Tucked into a little corner of downtown Powell, the Mountain Rose Wellness Center & Store operated by Kathy Gaa, doctor of naturopathic medicine, has been known for providing relief for migraines … more

By Emma Johnson , Tribune intern | 12/7/23