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The ‘Kinetic Meditations’ exhibit will remain on display at Plaza Diane through April 8.

Plaza Diane art gallery exhibition by Cody artist

Through April 8, a Cody artist’s exhibit, Kinetic Meditations: Mobiles, is on display at Plaza Diane. These sculptures by Wilson Crawford move with the slightest air current. Each one has … more

3/28/23

Veteran assistance available in Big Horn Basin

CHEYENNE — A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission will conduct community outreach services around Wyoming cities throughout April. Brad Cline is … more

4/11/23

Powell couple charged with exposing child to meth, fentanyl

A Powell couple stands accused of exposing a toddler to meth and fentanyl last week. Ashton Wollam, 26, and Makala Butz, 25, each face a felony count of child endangering, alleging they stored the … more

By CJ Baker | 4/25/23

Competition team Absaroka Mountain Thunder Explosion poses for a photo. Back row from left, Jamie McKenna, Janicia Ramirez, Stella Shoopman, Sharae Shoopman, Bailee Allred, Emma Brence, Piper Bradish and Abby Wambeke. Front row from left, Lexi McKenna, Ella Rasmussen, Lucy Ostermiller, Karee Cooley, Hayden Hinojosa, Tenley Shorb and Kalia Wisniewski.

Absaroka Mountain Thunder completes a successful competition season

Absaroka Mountain Thunder (AMT), under the direction of mother and daughter, Cindy Bjornestad and Tara Shorb, recently wrapped up what has proven to be one of their highest achieving competition … more

6/8/23

Sexual abuse case against Cody man moves forward

At a hearing last week, a judge found “ample evidence” to advance a sexual abuse case that’s been filed against a Cody man. The case against Richard M. Perkins will now proceed to … more

By CJ Baker | 8/3/23

VA secures current Cody VA Clinic location, brief closure scheduled

The Cody VA Clinic team is excited to announce that they will continue to serve veterans at the current location (at 1432 Rumsey Avenue) for at least the next five years. A new contract for … more

6/28/22

Wings ‘N Wheels returns to Powell Muncipal Airport

The Wings ‘N Wheels event will return to the Powell Municipal Airport this Saturday, Aug. 20. This will be the first time the event is held since 2018, and this year organizers are adding drag … more

By Kevin Killough | 8/18/22

After Gray’s nomination, Wyoming Legislature looks to limit power of secretary of state

After a candidate who ran on mistrust of the 2020 election won the Republican primary to be Wyoming’s top election official, a state legislative committee moved Thursday to consider a bill that … more

By Billy Arnold, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 8/30/22

Vehicle stolen in Casper found in Cody

An Evansville resident was arrested Wednesday on a felony charge after being pulled over in Cody in a white Dodge Ram that was allegedly stolen from Natrona County High School in … more

By Braden Schiller | 9/20/22

Oftedal Construction crews work to open the road near Trout Lake on Thursday prior to the Northeast Entrance Road (U.S Highway 212) opening Saturday. The park reopened the entrance about four months from the day of the historic June floods.

Yellowstone’s Northeast Entrance open

Four months from the day devastating June floods hit Yellowstone National Park, Superintendent Cam Sholly weaved his way through busy construction zones, checking on progress prior to … more

By Mark Davis | 10/18/22

A woman ran her car into the ER entrance at Powell Valley Hospital on Saturday, causing significant damage. Patients and visitors are being asked to use the cafe entrance to the west.

Woman allegedly crashed into ER entrance amid ‘mental episode’

A Powell woman is facing multiple charges after she allegedly drove her car through the front entrance of the Powell Valley Healthcare emergency department early Saturday morning. Charging documents … more

By CJ Baker | 1/30/24

Intervenors reiterate their right to defend criminal abortion ban

JACKSON — Two legislators and a nonprofit that want to see Wyoming’s abortion ban take effect are pressing to be allowed to intervene in a lawsuit against the ban. In an Oct. 7 filing … more

By Kate Ready, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 10/25/22

R.J. Kost, Scott McKenzie, Joni Bennett and Michele Hill

Kost, McKenzie, Bennett, Hill win hospital board spots

Voters picked the lone incumbent running again and three new faces for Powell Hospital board in Tuesday’s general election. R.J. Kost, a former educator, was the top vote getter, … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/10/22

Powell Middle School’s Mathcounts team placed first in the Chapter Contest at Northwest College for the 14th year in a row; the team has swept the event for the past three years. Back row, from left: Hunter Taylor, Tyler Kruger, Brady Kuenn, Gianreye D’Alessandro, Morgan Rodriguez, Tucker Muecke, Jim Black and Landon Petersen. Front row: Carter Kruger, Auzzy Carter, Huston Dearcorn and Beth Black.

Mathcounts continues winning streak

For the 14th year in a row the Powell Middle School’s Mathcounts team has come out on top at the annual Chapter Contest at Northwest College, winning their latest title Feb. 6. Last year … more

By Braden Schiller | 2/27/24

Construction crews take advantage of the nice weather to work on the exterior of the new student center on the Northwest College campus. The facility is scheduled to open this coming fall.

Northwest College Foundation to receive funds in state budget

The Northwest College Foundation has been working to raise $3.5 million as part of a capital campaign to go to the new student center construction. Going into the NWC Giving Day event last week, … more

By Zac Taylor | 3/28/24

State Sen.-elect Laursen has lengthy to-do list

S tate Sen.-elect Dan Laursen, R-Powell, may be new to the upper house of the Wyoming Legislature, but the preparation work he’s been doing ahead of the Jan. 10 start of the General Session … more

By Zac Taylor | 12/29/22

Brock Ninker and his family of four pose in an old family photo. From left: Thomas Ninker, Sasha Ninker, Drake Heintz, Brock Ninker and Robin Ninker.

Ninker asks for community’s help, will host fundraising dinner

After a motorcycle accident and the passing of seven years, Brock Ninker, former owner of Hansel and Gretel’s, hopes he has had his last surgery. Ninker sold Hansel and Gretel’s … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/3/23

A local resident has angled a sign to face Southside Elementary School urging parents to keep gender ideology out of schools. An accompanying sign reminds parents, ‘The kids are yours, not theirs!’

School’s pending book policy

Parents of Powell students will have more input and librarians and administrators will have clearer decision making guidelines if a new policy regarding library books continues to move … more

By Braden Schiller | 2/21/23

Sugar factory campaign one of the best

Western Sugar factory manager Shannon Ellis reported on a successful and productive 2022-23 campaign as the guest speaker at the March 20 Lovell Area Chamber of Commerce membership luncheon. The … more

By David Peck, Lovell Chronicle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 4/11/23

Geoff Hovivian gets a hug from McKennah Buck while other first responders wait in line to welcome Hovivian back to Powell after an extended stay in a New York hospital.

First responders celebrate return of ‘big brother’

After being away for more than a month, Powell City Councilman and Powell Volunteer Fire Department member Geoff Hovivian was fighting back the tears after being escorted home by an entourage of … more

By Mark Davis | 4/25/23