Powell Tribune

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

Community newspapers still going strong

As legendary author Mark Twain might have said if he was alive today, “The reports of the death of the community newspaper are greatly exaggerated.” For many years, we have heard that … more

By Mike Buhler | 10/9/18

Recent accidents reinforce importance of driver safety

October is upon us, the new school year is in full swing and residents are holding on to the final few weeks of warm weather before we break out warmer coats and holiday decorations. Farmers are … more

By Don Cogger | 10/4/18

Judge’s ruling on grizzlies a step backward

It’s possible that a Montana judge correctly interpreted the law and past court decisions when he reversed federal wildlife managers and restored Endangered Species Act protections for the … more

By CJ Baker | 10/2/18

An endangered species success story to celebrate

After a Montana judge reinstated federal protections for grizzly bears on Monday, the iconic species is dominating headlines once again — and rightfully so. But before we weigh in on the … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/27/18

Homecoming Week: A celebration for Panthers young and old

While Christmas songs proclaim the holiday as the “most wonderful time of the year,” we would say there are few weeks more exciting in small-town America than Homecoming … more

By Mike Buhler | 9/25/18

Lawmakers shouldn’t limit party switching

On the morning of Aug. 22, just hours after learning that he’d finished as runner-up to Mark Gordon in the Republican Party’s gubernatorial primary race, Foster Friess sent out an email … more

By CJ Baker | 9/20/18

Park County Search and Rescue: There when you need them

Sunday, Sept. 9 was one for the books for the Park County Sheriff’s Office’s Search and Rescue Unit, responding to three emergency calls in a six-hour span. The day began with a … more

By Don Cogger | 9/18/18

After wildlife incidents, many comments are off-base

When a local resident killed a mountain lion in his yard just south of Powell last week, many in our community were surprised the carnivorous cat was hanging out so close to town. We also were … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/13/18

Seventeen years later, remember lessons of 9/11

Most of us who are old enough to be able to do so can remember what we were doing when the world stopped turning 17 years ago this morning (Tuesday). Some of us were at work. Some of us were on … more

By Mike Buhler | 9/11/18

Defeat of tariffs a win for Wyoming

When pollsters survey people for their thoughts about the federal government and Congress, they often find folks are pretty disenchanted with the government overall, but appreciate the efforts of … more

By CJ Baker | 9/6/18

Latest mass shooting illustrates flaws in background checks

In the aftermath of yet another mass shooting, this time at a video game event in a mall in Jacksonville, Florida, the debate becomes whether a 24-year-old man with a history of mental illness should … more

By Don Cogger | 9/4/18

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

In appreciation of candidates who take the high road

In an age of seemingly endless political bickering, name-calling and worse, calls for civility have become increasingly common in America — and rightfully so. During a Thursday night panel … more

By Tessa Baker | 8/28/18

Time to let the light shine on ‘dark money’

What excites many voters about the end of the primary election is that, starting Wednesday, they could flip on their TV, computer or radio and open their mailbox or newspaper without running into … more

By CJ Baker | 8/23/18

Be safe when walking or bicycling

With students heading back to school in Powell this week and also throughout the Big Horn Basin this month, there will be more foot traffic and bicycle traffic on local streets during weekday … more

By Mike Buhler | 8/21/18

Park County voters, we can do better

There’s a lot riding on Tuesday’s primary election. Across the state, candidates have spent millions of dollars on advertisements and mailers. Countless signs dot local yards, busy … more

By Tessa Baker | 8/16/18

Don’t forget about the ‘other’ races

Starting as early as last year, candidates began lining up for Wyoming’s most prestigious political offices, like governor and Congress. Many of them are gearing up for a high-profile primary … more

By CJ Baker | 8/9/18