Powell Tribune

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

PEP forum worked for candidates, Powell

In a sense, a luncheon in the park last Thursday in Powell broke the mold for political campaign gatherings in these parts. Political candidate forums have traditionally been hosted by the League … more

By Dave Bonner | 8/7/18

America has made progress on race, more is needed

Last weekend’s Heart Mountain Pilgrimage served as a reminder that the United States has come a long way when it comes to racial issues — but that we still have a long way to go. On … more

By Mike Buhler | 8/2/18

Get to know candidates before the primary election

The end of the Park County Fair means that summer is quickly winding down. But just before kids head back to school, their parents need to do some homework for another significant event: the primary … more

By Tessa Baker | 7/31/18

Doomed to repeat?

Friday begins the seventh annual pilgrimage at the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center, a yearly gathering held to commemorate the 14,000 people of Japanese ancestry — many of whom were U.S. … more

By Don Cogger | 7/26/18

Haynes wrong to confuse ‘fake’ and fact

During a Friday appearance on KODI-AM’s Speak Your Piece, Republican gubernatorial candidate Taylor Haynes insisted to local listeners that recent questions about his Wyoming residency were … more

By CJ Baker | 7/24/18

‘Be bear aware’ is said often — but it needs to be

A recent item in the Park County Sheriff’s Department’s weekly log stated that a deputy was controlling traffic on the Chief Joseph Highway (Wyo. Highway 296) because of a bear sighting … more

By Mike Buhler | 7/19/18

Proud to be Cowboys

For decades, Wyoming has enjoyed a dual identity as the Equality State and the Cowboy State. Like many Wyomingites, we take pride in those nicknames and believe the two identities can co-exist, as … more

By Tessa Baker | 7/17/18

Park County heat wave? Take steps to stay safe

Park County is in the midst of what passes for a heat wave in this part of the state, with nearly a week of temps creeping into the 90s. This weekend may provide some respite, with Sunday’s … more

By Don Cogger | 7/12/18

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

Annapolis reminds us of journalism’s risks — and rewards

Last Thursday, a man walked into the newsroom of the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland, with a shotgun and opened fire, killing five and wounding two more before he was taken into custody by … more

By Mike Buhler | 7/6/18