Powell Tribune

Help for Wyoming workers during the crisis

Everyone is affected by COVID-19 in one way or another, especially if you’re an employee whose industry is experiencing a hit. The president recently signed into law the latest package from … more

By Mike Enzi | 4/14/20

Thank you to our heroes in the age of COVID-19

Face it: We are living in unusual times. Probably the craziest times of our lives. The COVID-19 coronavirus has turned our personal lives, our towns, our state, our country and our world upside … more

By Bill Sniffin | 4/14/20

About that ‘Chinese virus’

Apparently, we are going to be in quarantine for a while longer. That’s certainly more of a problem for those of us with businesses and jobs, and active people who are normally out and about … more

By Don Amend | 4/9/20

Barley growers will overcome

When COVID-19 first started making headlines in this country, I tried to foresee how it might possibly affect my business. Agriculture is considered an essential enterprise, so we have been able to … more

By Fred Hopkin | 4/9/20

How to respond to this present chaos

For those of us who are Christians I suggest we begin by looking at the Beatitudes. Notice that these are promises from God. We can count on God’s promises. Trust in that. Author Max … more

By Gerry Parker | 4/9/20

Living faith in a crisis

I want to offer encouragement to people who are troubled by the COVID-19 crisis. My heart goes out to all who are suffering, especially the sick. Many friends or family members are healthcare workers … more

By Steven Biegler | 4/9/20

Huffing and puffing for memory

If anyone has noticed me huffing and puffing up the trails and tracks below Heart Mountain, rest assured I’ve had good reason. The brisk pace, as opposed to my usual stroll, has been part of an … more

By Pat Stuart | 4/7/20

Saving America’s rural hospitals

These are extraordinarily challenging times for the nation’s hospitals and health care workers. In just a couple of months, the coronavirus has swept around the globe and across the country, … more

By John Barrasso | 4/7/20

Viruses galore

Every year we’re told we could possibly get influenza, but during this cold and flu season, we are being bombarded by media hacks over one or two strains of the virus. They feel it’s so … more

By Trena Eiden | 4/2/20

God is in the saddle

I read recently of a man who made the following quote, “Things are in the saddle and ride mankind.” I would agree that things are riding mankind all right, but they are not in the saddle. … more

By Kevin Schmidt | 4/2/20

More testing could save lives and the economy

To control the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Park County has shut down non-essential businesses, which include dine-in restaurants, gyms, barbershops, and gift shops. The restrictions were initially … more

By Kevin Killough | 3/31/20

What PVHC is doing to help protect the community from COVID-19

As we watch the national and global scene unfold in reaction to the novel coronavirus pandemic, it may be tempting to feel helpless and trapped in this never-ending-quarantine. We would … more

By Dr. Sarah Durney, Dr. Jake Merrell and Terry Odom | 3/26/20

Home in uncertain times

It’s not as if there’s no place to go. Yes, the usual recreational or relaxation or exercise places are closed. As a friend said at the beginning of this COVID-19 epidemic when deciding … more

By Pat Stuart | 3/26/20

Preservation and direction in difficult times, ‘let your light shine’

In the midst of an ever-changing world caused by an invasive virus, we find ourselves in a time of uncertainty. Although I would love to address something other than the pink elephant in the room, I … more

By Jon Allen | 3/26/20

Positive COVID-19 test numbers don’t reflect active infections

The three front-line primary care physicians at 307Health believe the low number of reported positive COVID-19 test numbers in Wyoming could be misleading to the public, government officials and … more

By Dr. Mike Tracy | 3/24/20

Navigating these difficult times

Yes, these are unprecedented times in our country. I started this column several times in hopes of communicating information and updates to all, only for the situation to change right when I am about … more

By John Wetzel | 3/20/20

The language of flowers

Before the use of internet, emojis and even mail people declared their feelings and emotions through flowers and floral arrangements. This is a form of expression called floriography or the … more

By Katherine Clarkson | 3/20/20

Blister beetle management in hay

Lately, there has been a fair amount of coverage on blister beetle toxicity to horses. What should Wyoming hay producers know about blister beetles? Are there any management options for blister … more

By Jeremiah Vardiman | 3/20/20

Snow-covered cattle graze in a field near Powell last month. Numerous American ranchers and farmers believe beef and pork sold in the U.S. should have mandatory country of origin labeling.

Where’s the beef from?

As a cattle rancher and semi-retired veterinarian in Clark, I believe the United States must restore mandatory country of origin labeling of beef and pork. After seeing other countries’ … more

By Donald G. Tolman | 3/20/20

Farmers continue to be a sturdy pillar for the U.S. economy

I pray the year of 2020 will be a fruitful and blessed year for everyone, especially American farmers. In the past two years, U.S. farmers have endured heavy crops losses related to an unusual … more

By Klodette Stroh | 3/20/20