Powell Tribune

Let’s give hemp a shot

Ask your friends for their hottest take on beans or barley, and you might not get much more than a blank stare. Ask them about hemp, however, and there’s a chance you’ll get a speech … more

By CJ Baker | 3/12/20

In rugged and wild Wyoming, Park County Search and Rescue volunteers go above and beyond

As the snow and ice thaw, many Wyomingites can’t wait to get outside to enjoy our area’s recreational opportunities that are the envy of many around the world. In the summer months, … more

By Tessa Baker | 3/10/20

Daylight saving shows the problem of government

The weather has been considerably warmer lately, and as the snow melts away, it’s hard not to feel a bit more excited about weekends and evenings. This coming weekend, temperatures might get up … more

By Kevin Killough | 3/5/20

Crackdown on crossover voting would be a mistake

A bill now being considered by state lawmakers would make our primary elections just a little more polarized and a little less accessible. House Bill 209, which is co-sponsored by Rep. Dan … more

By CJ Baker | 2/27/20

As NWC looks to future, public input is crucial

With significant drops in enrollment, Northwest College is looking at making major changes on its campus. At first glance, it may seem contradictory that plans call for building a $20 million … more

By Tessa Baker | 2/25/20

Planting trees won’t solve climate change, but it has merits

Last month, President Donald Trump spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, an event that also featured speeches from climate activists Al Gore and Greta Thunberg. In his speech, … more

By Kevin Killough | 2/20/20

UW presidency debacle underscores need for government openness

The University of Wyoming trustees shocked many in the state last year when they abruptly — and without any elaboration — announced they would not be renewing the contract of President … more

By CJ Baker | 2/13/20

Judy is available for adoption at the Park County Animal Shelter in Cody.

Prevent unwanted animals by spaying and neutering pets

Three years is a long time to wait. For some cats at the City of Powell/Moyer Animal Shelter, they’ve waited for a home since 2017. Three years — or more than 1,000 days — is an … more

By Tessa Baker | 2/11/20

Talk to your legislators, they really want you to

The general election is nine months away, and the news this past week included the carnage at the Iowa Caucus and the State of the Union address. Tensions are high. State and federal lawmakers, as … more

By Kevin Killough | 2/6/20

Ombudsman should be empowered to resolve public record disputes

Wyoming lawmakers and Gov. Mark Gordon deserve real credit for their efforts to improve citizens’ access to public records in 2019. Revisions to the state’s public records law — … more

By CJ Baker | 1/30/20

Local marches highlight First Amendment rights

As a newspaper, we take the First Amendment seriously. It protects the freedom of the press, as well as the freedom of speech and religion. While many of us often enjoy those rights on a daily basis, … more

By Tessa Baker | 1/28/20

Esports foster same values as traditional sports

After Northwest College Athletic Director Brian Erickson gave a presentation on a proposed esports program before the board of trustees in December, the public reaction was mixed. The college … more

By Kevin Killough | 1/23/20

Cutting the county budget requires digging into the details

If you compiled a list of the most common gripes about the Park County Commission, one might be the complaint that it’s “just” a part-time job. But the position goes well beyond … more

By CJ Baker | 1/16/20

Investment in early education a wise one

Just a couple of weeks into the new year, it’s easy to get discouraged by the deluge of bad news from Washington, Iran, Australia and elsewhere. But many positive things continue to happen, … more

By Tessa Baker | 1/14/20

Affiliation with Billings Clinic a positive step

The announcement this week that Billings Clinic and Powell Valley Healthcare have signed an affiliation agreement was great news on a number of levels. As the two healthcare providers have said of … more

By Kevin Killough | 1/9/20

Congress should end government shutdowns

The holiday season is a special time of year, when we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the New Year, Festivus and, apparently, the approval of a massive spending package in … more

By CJ Baker | 12/31/19

In appreciation of those working on Christmas

For many serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, Christmas Day won’t just be spent working — it also will be spent thousands of miles away from their families. more

By Tessa Baker | 12/24/19

Helping the hungry at the holidays — and throughout the year

When Christmas celebrations feature copious amounts of food — from sweets filling breakroom tables to family dinners that leave everyone stuffed — hunger can be the last thing on our … more

By Tessa Baker | 12/17/19

Response to opioid epidemic misguided

A study published last month in the peer-reviewed journal Annals of Emergency Medicine followed 484 “opioid naive” patients prescribed opioids for acute pain upon release from the … more

By Kevin Killough | 12/12/19

Barricade the Beartooth

It’s become something of a rite of spring and fall: A driver from out of state blindly follows directions from their GPS device and attempts to cross the closed Beartooth Highway, with … more

By CJ Baker | 12/10/19