Powell Tribune

Thank you to all who work the holidays

The holidays are upon us — a time to gather with friends and loved ones and celebrate the things we are grateful for. For many of us, it’s a time to set aside work, school and other … more

By Don Cogger | 12/18/18

City should say yes to dog park at Homesteader

After the recent expulsion of dogs from the property and playgrounds of Park County School District No. 1, the Powell City Council might soon provide dogs — and their human companions — a … more

By Mike Buhler | 12/13/18

Toughening of public records act would be a positive step

We’re pleased to see Wyoming lawmakers taking a preliminary step toward strengthening the state’s public records act. Late last month, the Legislature’s Joint Corporations, … more

By CJ Baker | 12/11/18

100 years later, influenza remains deadly

Be glad you’re reading about the flu in 2018 and not in 1918. One hundred years ago, the news was grim as the 1918 influenza pandemic spread across the globe, claiming more lives than World … more

By Tessa Baker | 12/6/18

Reflecting on the passing of a president

Piloting a TBM Avenger in August of 1944 in the area of the Bonin Islands, following a successful bombing run on Japanese installations on Chichijima, Naval aviator George Herbert Walker Bush and his … more

By Don Cogger | 12/4/18

Merry Christmas? Happy holidays? It’s still a time to celebrate

With Christmas less than one month away, it seems that the holiday season has already kicked into high gear. Christmas lights are up all over town, Santa Claus has already visited Powell, Country … more

By Mike Buhler | 11/29/18

State wrong to limit liquor licenses

Wyoming generally prides itself on being a business-friendly place, where entrepreneurs don’t have to worry about getting bogged down in government red tape as they pursue the American … more

By CJ Baker | 11/27/18

When you support small businesses …

As hordes of shoppers flock to Black Friday deals across the country, those dollars may help a CEO in New York City buy a vacation home or take an extended trip to an exotic location. But what … more

By Tessa Baker | 11/23/18

This Thanksgiving, remember how fortunate we are

“There is always, always, always something to be thankful for.” The above quote is a bit of a mystery, in that it is hard to find the original author. Punch the words into a search … more

By Don Cogger | 11/20/18

When it comes to politics, become informed and involved

With another election just completed a little more than a week ago, discussion about politics and government in America and in Powell is still going strong — and aside from increased division … more

By Mike Buhler | 11/15/18

Beyond results, election leaves plenty to be thankful for

If there’s one thing about last week’s election that we all can agree on, it may be the feeling of relief that it’s over. Although the results won’t be officially certified … more

By CJ Baker | 11/13/18

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

With dogs expelled from school grounds, a dog park makes sense

When a pair of dog lovers approached the City of Powell last spring with a proposal for a dog park within our city limits, the idea was met with vehement opposition from residents whose property … more

By Don Cogger | 11/6/18

Continuing decay of civility is troubling

It has been said that when couples view each other with contempt, their relationship is likely to fail. In the past, Americans knew how to disagree on political issues without viewing each other with … more

By Mike Buhler | 11/1/18

From top to bottom, ballot has key races

Ask someone for their thoughts about the upcoming midterm election, and you might hear something about making America great or, conversely, about wanting to create a “blue wave.” To … more

By CJ Baker | 10/30/18

New ag opportunities promising for future

Agriculture’s roots run deep here. From early homesteaders who first tilled this soil to the longtime farmers who’ve helped sustain our economy for decades, Powell always has been an … more

By Tessa Baker | 10/25/18

Drive safely, stay alive this winter

The Big Horn Basin got its first measurable snowfall of the season on Oct. 13, and with it a rash of vehicular accidents; the Park County Sheriff’s Office alone received five crash reports … more

By Mike Buhler | 10/23/18

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

The lessons from Shepard’s murder go beyond new laws

It was 20 years ago that two men savagely beat Matthew Shepard and left the 21-year-old college student for dead on a fence outside of Laramie, reportedly doing so because he was gay. His murder … more

By CJ Baker | 10/16/18

Community support of hotel key to its success

The famous movie line, “If you build it, they will come,” could apply to the new conference center and hotel that’s coming to Powell. However, a more appropriate description might … more

By Tessa Baker | 10/11/18