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Though Northwest College dropped the word “community” from its name in 1989, the word is still central to its identity. At its core, Northwest is a community college — and … more

By Tessa Baker | 11/5/19

Beware of rhetoric on income inequality

People are fond of the saying the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Many people believe the middle class is shrinking as the upper class gobbles up more wealth, creating ever increasing … more

By Kevin Killough | 10/31/19

As the weather starts to shift, prepare for winter driving

Like a kid on Christmas Eve, Mother Nature couldn’t wait to unwrap her winter weather over the weekend, dropping enough snow across the state to cause road closures from Laramie all the way … more

By Don Cogger | 10/29/19

As scammers get more creative, be more vigilant

In hindsight, it sure is easy to spot a scam. On almost a daily basis we hear about some hapless soul who fell victim to the latest scam. There are people who purchase thousands of dollars … more

By CJ Baker | 10/24/19

Get the flu shot, not the flu

Few people look forward to getting a flu shot, but if you need some extra convincing for why you should get poked, consider these numbers. Over the past two years, influenza contributed to the deaths … more

By Tessa Baker | 10/22/19

Proposed tax bill result of no-win situation

We here in Park County really don’t like taxes, and a proposal to eliminate voter input on the fifth cent of general sales tax is not going to be a popular one just about anywhere in the … more

By Kevin Killough | 10/17/19

As the holidays loom, help is needed now more than ever

Park County saw its first snowfall last week, reminding residents that, although the calendar still says mid-October, winter is just around the corner. With the coming of winter also comes the … more

By Don Cogger | 10/15/19

Yellowstone visitors should face stiffer sentences for misbehavior

A famous quotation says that there are three kinds of people: Those who learn by reading, those who learn by observation and — to take a bit of creative license — those who just have to … more

By CJ Baker | 10/10/19

After a hiatus, new Habitat home project brings hope

Where ashes once smoldered, a new beginning will arise on North Day Street. That’s the promise from Mountain Spirit Habitat for Humanity as it recently demolished an old house that was damaged … more

By Tessa Baker | 10/8/19

Rhetoric on climate change is hurting kids

There was some good news in Powell last month. It wasn’t what happened, but rather what didn’t happen. Across the world in September, kids walked out of class in droves to demand … more

By Kevin Killough | 10/3/19

A dying breed?

In its heyday, the Powell Kiwanis Club boasted a robust membership and was a staple in the community for 63 years. In that time, the service organization and fraternal brotherhood were stalwarts of … more

By Don Cogger | 10/1/19

Time for Legislature to apply open meetings act to itself

It seems a given in Wyoming: If public officials are discussing public business, they hold a public meeting and notify members of the public, giving them a chance to weigh in. That’s how … more

By CJ Baker | 9/26/19

A place for the dogs

Much to the delight of dogs (and their owners), Wiggly Field opened to the public over the weekend. As Powell’s first off-leash dog park, the cleverly named addition to Homesteader Park is a … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/24/19

Keep government investment in private ventures to a minimum

Summer has come and gone, and the planned Clocktower Inn is now several months behind schedule. That’s largely due to problems the developer is having with securing all the funding for the … more

By Kevin Killough | 9/19/19

UW apology to Black 14 overdue, but needed

A long overdue apology took place during a special ceremony at War Memorial Stadium Friday evening, as the University of Wyoming welcomed back the surviving members of the Black 14. Which begs the … more

By Don Cogger | 9/17/19

State should protect itself from energy industry bankruptcies

With coal and other minerals companies going bankrupt at an alarming clip, state lawmakers are considering ways to better protect Wyoming taxpayers and workers. Last week, the Legislature’s … more

By CJ Baker | 9/12/19

Through difficulties, Powell perseveres

It’s true that Powell is a special place to call home — a place where neighbors look out for each other in an area surrounded by natural beauty. But the trait we’re most thankful … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/10/19

Stop blaming the free market for health care costs

With air ambulance bills sometimes hitting $100,000 per flight, state officials are planning to submit a proposal this month to the federal government to incorporate the service into Medicaid in … more

By Kevin Killough | 9/5/19

Test results offer one more reason to be proud of our students, schools

For those of us who live in Powell, we don’t need a statewide test to tell us that our kids are special. We see that everyday, not just in the classroom, but also in the ways they rally around … more

By Tessa Baker | 9/3/19

Paint the Town Red brings community, NWC together

It was an idea born and cultivated on a cold, snowy morning in February of 2017, a plan to reinforce Powell’s image as a “college town.” Out of that public meeting, hosted by … more

By Don Cogger | 8/29/19