Letters to the Editor | Powell Tribune

Liberal networks vs. the National Enquirer

Dear editor: This letter is in response to a letter in the Sept. 4 Tribune, written by Phil Anthony. Mr. Anthony suggests that there is no crime in the cities that President Donald Trump is … more

Submitted by Linda and Bob Graff | 9/11/25

Most land regulation concerns unanswered

Dear editor: WARNING Park County Rural Property Owners: Park County Commission Board Chair Dossie Overfield has stated, “For PERMITTED uses and businesses, even if the … more

Submitted by Kay Anderson | 9/9/25

Convention of States not a con

Dear editor: Article V of the U.S. Constitution clearly states that there are two methods for proposing constitutional amendments: either Congress may do so, or else a Convention of States may … more

Submitted by Sheila Leach | 9/9/25

Wars and shootings continue, inflation and debt increasing

Dear editor: A few years back, having the government require us to wear masks to protect ourselves and our communities from deadly diseases was considered a tyrannical overreach of federal … more

Submitted by Phil Anthony | 9/4/25

The case for Forest Service land trades

Dear editor: America's federal lands are often seen as a national treasure, providing essential resources, recreational opportunities, and habitat for wildlife. For decades, the Thunder Basin … more

Submitted by Ty Checketts | 9/2/25

Support college by adding to enrollment

Dear editor: Northwest College enrollment is down for the following reasons: Other Wyoming community colleges are substantially discounting tuition and housing. While that does attract … more

Submitted by Gerald Giraud | 8/26/25

Participation matters

Dear editor: Having family at Powell, Basin, Greybull and Laramie, I read the Powell Tribune article: “County fair attendance, participation, profit up” (Aug. 12 issue). It is great … more

Submitted by James A. Marples | 8/19/25

Lohman clarifies words at public hearing

Dear editor: In Zac Taylor’s article “Smaller crowd raises concerns on land use regs” in the Aug. 7 issue I, Margaret Lohman was quoted, “some wording on the powers … more

Submitted by Margaret Lohman | 8/19/25

The alumni tradition continues in 2026

Dear editor: Save the date for the 111th PHS All Class Reunion! The first graduating class of PHS in 1915 started the tradition, and June 26-27, 2026, the reunion tradition continues. After a … more

Submitted by Gerry Wilkins | 8/19/25

Participant shares concerns from fair

Dear editor: Dear Park County Fair, It has been brought to my attention that for years the static exhibits have never received belt buckles, and the fairgrounds were not kept clean during … more

Submitted by Temperance Day | 8/7/25

No, congresswoman, Wyomingites don’t want grizzlies delisted

Dear editor: We respectfully disagree with Rep. Harriet Hageman’s opinion that the Grizzly Bear State Management Act (H.R. 281) should advance. The letter claiming that grizzlies have … more

By Kristin Combs | 8/5/25

Landowner fee for irrigation not a big deal

Dear editor: Rob, please stop the whining. This is in response to the letter to the editor July 29 as well as the immense volume of gripes presented by Rob Stevens, a small acreage … more

Submitted by Bob and Linda Graff | 7/31/25

Subdividing land more onerous than county claims

Dear editor: In response to Dossie Overfield’s July 10th letter to the editor, she made the claim I misrepresented the facts and made personal attacks, so I am responding. First … more

Submitted by Phil Campbell | 7/31/25

Everyone should be charged fee, not just small landowners

Dear editor: In response to Mr. Duyck’s letter to editor in the July 22, 2025, newspaper, it seems we have had two conversations with two different individuals at the Bureau of Reclamation … more

Submitted by Rob Stevens | 7/29/25

Saving production ag

Dear editor: Mr. Stevens, as you read my letter to the editor you must have seen I am also on the Wyoming Association of Irrigation Districts Board. I am committed to keeping irrigated … more

Submitted by Brian Duyck | 7/22/25

‘Dilemma’ exposes opportunities for Powell Senior Center

Dear editor: As chair of the Powell Senior Citizens Center Building Committee, I would like to take the opportunity to thank the Graff’s for their past service and participation in many … more

Submitted by Wes Vining | 7/17/25

Shoshone Irrigation District update on issues

Dear editor: I would like to update everyone on my research on various issues concerning the Shoshoni Irrigation District (SID) over the past week. In regard to the statement by Mr. Duyck where … more

Submitted by Rob Stevens | 7/15/25

Large landowners don’t need more regulations

Dear editor: I’ve written several letters to the editor trying to alert landowners to what is happening with the new land use regulations coming our way. Now I believe I need to address … more

Submitted by Margaret Lohman | 7/15/25

Powell Senior Center funding dilemma

Dear editor: The Powell Senior Center seeks, and has sought, millions of taxpayer dollars for a new building for nearly five years. The senior center dilemma began with the opportunity of … more

Submitted by Bob and Linda Graff | 7/10/25

Subdivision regulations are needed, not excessive

Dear editor: In response to the July 5 letter to the editor and the July 7 Cody Enterprise editorial concerning Park County’s subdivision process, I appreciate the opportunity to … more

Submitted by Dossie Overfield | 7/10/25