Columns | Powell Tribune

Last time I promised a discussion of why we ought to be paying attention to Iran. There’s a lot more happening on the world stage right now, but for this one, it’s time to get ready. … more

By Bill Tallen | 5/20/25

On judicial reform

Back when doctors were still putting leeches on people and doing haircuts, lawyers were drafting the Declaration of Independence. During the signing of the Declaration, Benjamin Franklin famously … more

By David Hill | 5/20/25

The potentates of pain

To some, the number of broken bones, ripped tendons, surgeries, infirmities, scars and near death experiences are subjects of debate for odd verbal jousts with bragging rights going to the winner. I … more

By Mark Davis | 5/16/25

I could change but I’m no quitter

Albert Einstein said, “The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them.” I’m a little sad about that because I only … more

By Trena Eiden | 5/15/25

FY2026 federal budget puts aging services and senior centers at risk

The Trump administration’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget request for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services would significantly cut or eliminate programs under the Older Americans … more

By Linda Dalton | 5/15/25

Constant prayer and praise

At our house I would remind my daughters that some of their “absolute” statements were not always accurate. An example would be, “we always have the same food at home.” Or, … more

By Tim Morrow | 5/15/25

When conservatives organize, the left cries foul

Every morning of the legislative session, Wyoming lawmakers receive a flood of emails, texts, and hallway ambushes from lobbyists, associations and interest groups offering their “vote … more

By Rachel Rodriguez-Williams | 5/13/25

Committing to community, inspired by Dawn Garrison

I’ve recently begun working as secretary for Christ Episcopal Church in Cody. Having stumbled into the position through a series of the kind of divine right-place-at-the-right-time coincidences … more

By Virginia Schmidt | 5/8/25

Responding to the worst news of your life

When you receive bad news, what is your reaction? Perhaps, it lines up with one of the stages of grief. You might deny it. I once heard of a lady whose good friend died and she denied that it … more

By Brian Onstead | 5/8/25

Mothers would have a nervous breakdown if they only had the time

Recently our Texas daughter-in-law, Gelly, looked over our grandson Rome’s shoulder. He was supposed to be doing schoolwork, but instead had googled, “What can I do with nuclear … more

By Trena Eiden | 5/6/25

Will the center hold?

W.B. Yeats, contemplating the future from the bloody quagmire of Irish civil war in 1921, wrote in one of his darker poems: “Things fall apart; the center cannot hold; mere anarchy is loosed … more

By Bill Tallen | 5/1/25

Embracing the Great Commission as a lifestyle, not just an activity

As I depart for my trip, I finalize instructions for our pet sitter. Sometimes it’s straightforward information on where to find things in the house. Other times, special circumstances arise. … more

By Jessica Robinson | 5/1/25

The Bethlehem Morning Star

My dad agreed with Archie Bunker that the National Enquirer was the only newspaper telling us the truth. I can still picture him falling asleep on his recliner while blowing the Enquirer upwards with … more

By Doug Blough | 4/29/25

Spring gardening in Wyoming

With winter’s icy grip on Wyoming loosening, gardeners eagerly await the rewarding spring season. Although our unique climate presents distinct challenges, with the right strategies and plant … more

By Katherine Clarkson | 4/25/25

Glenn Livingston: Living for public service

My first column dubbing our late, great Al Simpson as Wyoming’s own King Arthur accidentally ran under the author name “Virginia Livingston.” I laughed lovingly at the … more

By Virginia Schmidt | 4/24/25

Keep the kite flying

I have often heard the story of the young boy who was flying a kite with his dad. Together they watched as their kite flew higher and higher. Eventually, the kite ran out of string and the boy … more

By David Hill | 4/24/25

The ‘Easter effect’

Another Easter is in the books, and I hope that you were able to take some meaningful and undistracted time to think about what the day means. As I was preparing for Resurrection Day services this … more

By David Pool | 4/24/25

I do everything to excess

I know for a fact that I’m my own worst enemy, and I also know that I do everything to excess. It’s a disorder. Maybe I need wormed. I’ve flown lots of zany stuff … more

By Trena Eiden | 4/22/25

Wyoming deserves election integrity protections

Living in Wyoming, we don’t ask for much from our government. More freedom. Less regulation. But something that always makes the top of the list is a system that ensures our votes count. In … more

By Harriet Hageman and Chuck Gray | 4/22/25

Wyoming’s uncertain economic future presents risks

Wyoming must be thoughtful when it comes to its future, as we are in a perilous position. The economic drivers of our state are changing, and cracks are showing in our economic … more

By Khale Lenhart | 4/17/25