Letters to the Editor | Powell Tribune

Never forget

Dear editor: During the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of prominent scientists challenged the prevailing government approach to lockdowns. In a June 9, 2026, WSJ video posted on YouTube, “The … more

Submitted by Genevieve Briand | 6/23/26

Deer don't seem to have an issue with houses

Dear editor: I recently read the article titled "Migrating wildlife need lots of space between houses, research shows," (they sometimes require a mile or more) by Christine Peterson from High … more

Submitted by Margaret Lohman | 6/23/26

Commissioners did right thing in 'punting' to court in 2025 assessor issue

Dear editor: I would be remiss in my duty as elected precinct committeewoman if I did not remind Mr. Vanata that 66 live bodies were present at the Jan. 9, 2025 meeting in which the Park County … more

Submitted by Jennifer R. Lohrenz | 6/18/26

Stable sugar industry needs new Farm Bill

Dear editor: My daily prayers are that American farmers have a good year where they produce safe food and fiber for people of this great country. U.S. farmers have proven to feed our people and … more

Submitted by Klodette Stroh | 6/18/26

Roadless Rule should remain

Dear editor: On June 10, the Wildfire Prevention Act (S. 140) passed the Senate Energy and Resource Committee. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., is a member of this committee and voted YES to have S. … more

Submitted by Pat Winlow | 6/16/26

Who are you?

Dear editor: The classic western movie “High Plains Drifter” hit the box office in 1973. One of the final scenes was quite memorable. After The Stranger (played by Clint Eastwood) has caused … more

Submitted by Jim Vetter | 6/16/26

Voters don’t need political gatekeeping

Dear editor: As a candidate for Republican committeeman, I recently received the Park County, Wyoming Republican Party questionnaire — what many would describe as a political "purity test." … more

Submitted by Dan Schein | 6/16/26

Bell doesn’t see the full picture

Dear editor: I found Mr. Bell’s letter of June 4, 2026 interesting, yet disappointing. He brings out a single issue that took place during a meeting of the Republican Party, a meeting to … more

Submitted by Vince Vanata | 6/11/26

The foundation is God

Dear editor: Regarding Fred Harrison’s guest column, I found it interesting that the author defines our country as a republic. We have deviated far from that. Our country is now more … more

Submitted by Tom Young | 6/9/26

Reunion weekend scheduled

Dear editor: Every year since the graduating class of Powell High School in 1915 celebrated its first reunion, an annual reunion has been held, and this year is no different marking the 111th … more

Submitted by PHS Alumni Committee | 6/9/26

Land use regulations site not helpful

Dear editor: To Park County Planning & Zoning and County Commissioners, You have contrived what should be a user friendly informational site for rural property owners to learn what they … more

Submitted by Kay Anderson | 6/9/26

Thanks to assessor, commissioners, judge

Dear editor: I would just like to say, “Job well done!” Job well done, Terry Call. Job well done, Park County Commissioners. Job well done, District Court Judge Snyder. … more

Submitted by James H. Bell | 6/4/26

Milburn dedicated 28 years to animal shelter

Dear editor, We are writing to express our sadness that the most dedicated founder/volunteer chose to end her service at Moyer Animal Shelter after 28 years due to changes implemented by new … more

Submitted by Deb Dryer and Jeanette Ohman | 6/4/26

End daylight saving time

Dear editor: I am writing to express my strong opposition to recent proposals — both at the federal level and here in Wyoming — to adopt daylight saving time year-round. While "more evening … more

Submitted by Eriks Goodwin | 6/2/26

Conservative?

Dear editor: Perhaps the most misapplied political adjective in Wyoming these days is the word “Conservative.” It seems like every Republican who runs for office claims he/she is a … more

Submitted by Jim Vetter | 6/2/26

Article V vs Wyoming GOP: Who’s really defending the U.S. Constitution?

Dear editor: Many lawmakers, activists, and a large share of the public now support a constitutional amendment, imposing fiscal restraints and term limits on Congress. Experience has shown that … more

Submitted by Sheila Leach | 5/28/26

All we are asking ...

Dear editor: In a letter titled “Responding to previous letter” in the Tribune on May 19, we would like to clarify a few things that were stated. We are not asking that people believe … more

Submitted by Linda and Bob Graff | 5/28/26

American irony

Dear editor: I believe it best not to write one letter to the editor after another but this letter is timely and the issues need to be addressed. I will call it American Irony. Here are two … more

Submitted by Martin Garhart | 5/21/26

Iran better solved with diplomacy than war

Dear editor: Trump, MAGA and Republicans justify their war of choice by vowing that Iran can never have a nuclear weapon — but “never” here means Trump offered Iran a 20-year moratorium. … more

Submitted by Dennis Reuter | 5/21/26

Police busting 69-year-old for pot a waste of time

Dear editor: I would like to just voice more of an opinion than news, but that lady living in the retirement home who is 69, gets in trouble for possessing a “dangerous” drug. I’m confused … more

Submitted by James Gibbs | 5/19/26