Powell Tribune

EDITORIAL: Kneeling for anthem misses the point

At the time, many questioned whether a football game was the proper venue for a political statement, especially during a three-minute piece of music long thought to be nothing more than a means to honor our country, what it stands for and the men … more

By Don Cogger | 9/28/17

Fall brings many exciting activities

As it is often said on Game of Thrones, winter is coming — but it isn’t here yet. Monday is Labor Day, which unofficially marks the end of another summer and the beginning of fall. And … more

By Mike Buhler | 8/30/18

Photo controversy shows importance of responsible hunting

It’s a disturbing photo, one made even more so by the crassness of the email that accompanied it. A smiling member of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission, is pictured with a family of dead … more

By Don Cogger | 10/18/18

EDITORIAL: Health care issues must be addressed

The deadline for open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act — widely known as Obamacare — is Friday. In the past, people could sign up until the end of January, but the enrollment period was cut short this year, and the deadline is … more

By Tessa Baker | 12/14/17

EDITORIAL: Keep demanding transparency from your government

After all, whoever heard of a city councilman, lawmaker or gubernatorial candidate running on a platform of secret plans and confidential documents? The reason for that is simple: Our government is intended to be, as President Abraham Lincoln put … more

By CJ Baker | 3/8/18

Tariffs continue to threaten newspapers

It’s been disheartening, to put it mildly, to watch the federal government start implementing massive taxes on the Canadian paper that we and other newspapers around Wyoming use each … more

By CJ Baker | 6/5/18

EDITORIAL: VA should explain clinic move

But as much as we’d like to find a reason to fault the clinic’s move, we can’t — not because we agree with the decision, but because the VA has offered so little information we don’t know what to think. On that point, the facts are … more

By CJ Baker | 9/26/17

No, you can’t shoot down drones

Earlier this year a New York man allegedly took out his shotgun and fired upon a drone flying over his house. The drone owners followed the drone to its last recorded GPS location. That led them to … more

By Kevin Killough | 6/13/19

EDITORIAL: Early childhood literacy crucial to development

— Dr. Seuss, “I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!” Dr. Seuss, the much-loved writer of children’s books whose simple, rich stories and colorful characters helped shape generations of young readers, would have celebrated his 114th birthday last … more

By Don Cogger | 3/6/18

Policies to address climate change should be rational

According to the International Disasters Database, the number of deaths from climate events has plummeted more than 95 percent since 1930. Fewer people than ever die from natural disasters. This … more

By Kevin Killough | 3/19/19

Thanking those who protected our freedoms

Election Day dominated much of the limelight this week, but our country will soon observe another important date. Sunday is Veterans Day, when we recognize those who have served in America’s … more

By Tessa Baker | 11/8/18

EDITORIAL: Do a bit of research before giving a pet for Christmas

But officials at animal shelters, veterinarians and pet-related websites agree: The giving of a pet is not something to do on impulse. “Kittens and puppies are really cute for the first half hour,” said Barb Muecke of the City of Powell/Moyer … more

By Don Cogger | 12/12/17

Demand more than results from our leaders

Many Wyomingites have welcomed President Donald Trump’s focus on rolling back regulations. We hope they’ll also join in welcoming last week’s exit of embattled Environmental … more

By CJ Baker | 7/10/18

Sports are fleeting, but rewarding

Powell High School held its annual year-end Athletic Awards Night earlier this week, recognizing coaches and athletes from all of the fall and winter sports and honoring their commitment to their … more

By Don Cogger | 5/9/19

Short-term rentals: Now’s the time to share your input

Travelers visiting the area can choose from dozens of local places to rent — the Homesteader Cabin in Powell, the Ralston Clubhouse, the Geodesic Dome Greenhouse in Clark and the Bleistein … more

By Tessa Baker | 8/20/19

EDITORIAL: Wishing farmers a bountiful harvest

At the height of harvest season, rain slowed farmers’ plans and in many cases, halted them altogether. While growers returned to the fields on Monday, another storm is bringing more rain and even the possibility of snow for some areas on … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/21/17

No, we don’t need another Medicaid study

For the past several years, Wyoming lawmakers have resisted calls to expand Medicaid coverage in the state. Not even Gov. Matt Mead was able to sway the Legislature into offering government-sponsored … more

By CJ Baker | 2/12/19

EDITORIAL: Pay attention: Government decisions may affect your home or street

The first item on the city’s list: Absaroka Street improvements. After the survey found that voters were open to the idea of a specific purpose tax, government leaders for Powell, Cody, Meeteetse and Park County put a tax on the November 2016 … more

By Tessa Baker | 3/1/18

EDITORIAL: Don’t wait until 2018 to seek better health

But there is one upside to frantically running around town in preparation for gift exchanges, parties and other Christmas tasks: you’re getting some exercise. It’s easy to get outdoors and stretch your legs in Wyoming’s spring, summer and … more

By CJ Baker | 12/7/17

Donate life: Register to be an organ donor if you haven’t already

It’s a simple question on your driver’s license application: Would you like to register to be an organ and tissue donor? Your answer could potentially help dozens of people — and … more

By Tessa Baker | 4/23/19