Letters to the Editor | Powell Tribune

Yellowstone National Park is misusing funding

Dear editor: “Funding national parks” (article, Jan. 6), emphasizes continual “insufficient funding” and “staffing shortages” in Yellowstone, as outlined in the “State of The … more

Submitted by Steve Torrey | 1/29/26

ICE in Minnesota

Dear editor: Resistance is futile. Protesters will be shot. Phil Anthony Powell more

Submitted by Paul Anthony | 1/27/26

Lummis wrong to agree with Trump on Greenland

Dear editor: I received a response from Sen. Lummis’ office about America’s unjustified claims to take Greenland and its rare earth minerals. Basically, she agrees with Trump. I assume she … more

Submitted by Dennis Reuter | 1/27/26

Oh SNAP, some snacks healthy

Dear editor: With family in Powell, Greybull and area, I read news articles urging states to strip some so-called junk-foods or snacks regarded as unhealthy from the $100 billion federal … more

Submitted by James A. Marples | 1/22/26

Country founded on love of God

Dear editor: When I was in school, we learned that the Founding Fathers, who took tremendous risk, came to this land to create a new life. Free to worship God and to live in harmony with one … more

Submitted by Robin Berry | 1/22/26

Trump's unjustified claims on Greenland represent all Americans

Dear editor: I called Wyoming’s three federal officeholders telling them to stop Trump’s crude, unjustified claims to acquire Greenland and its rare earth minerals. Trump’s reasons include … more

Submitted by Dennis Reuter | 1/20/26

Term limits are needed

Dear editor: Who among us is not disgusted with officeholders from both political parties who entrench and enrich themselves in Congress for so long that they are seemingly term limited only by … more

Submitted by Stephen E. Mainini | 1/15/26

Supreme Court neglects most vulnerable

Dear editor: I am greatly saddened that the Supreme Court of the once great State of Wyoming has decided to neglect the most vulnerable amongst us. Not only did all but one of these … more

Submitted by Robin Berry | 1/13/26

Property tax exemption deadline March 1

Dear editor: I would like to remind homeowners of the filing deadline for the 2026 property tax exemption. The filing period started Oct. 1 and has been extended to March 1 by the Department of … more

Submitted by Paul Hoeft | 1/13/26

Gray wolves are anti-wildlife

Dear editor: The Pet and Livestock Protection Act, which has passed the House but still awaits passage in the Senate and by the president, would delist gray wolves from the Endangered Species … more

Submitted by Toby Sheets | 1/8/26

Affordable housing in Park County open to anyone from across the country

Dear editor: October 2025 Cody Enterprise (Pioneer Village Phase 3): “Something has to give, lest fewer and fewer locals and their families find the ability to continue living within city … more

Submitted by Karin Richard | 1/6/26

Kudos to our ‘smaller’ hospital

Dear editor: It is rare that I feel compelled to write a letter to the editor; however, a recent and serious medical experience prompts me to do so. I wish to express my sincere appreciation for … more

Submitted by Keith L. Eden | 1/6/26

This adminstration vs. that administration

Dear editor: In the Dec.18 Tribune a letter was written condemning Sen. John Barrasso and several people from the Trump administration. Perhaps we need to have a look back at Joe Biden’s … more

Submitted by Linda and Bob Graff | 1/6/26

WCCA advocacy provides critical assistance for counties

Dear editor: Wyoming’s constitution and the United States Constitution work together to protect local self-governance and the right of communities to speak collectively. At the federal level, … more

Submitted by Thomas “Bucky” Hall and Joe Tilden | 1/6/26

Joint recreational and senior citizens center

Dear editor: What a great idea Kathleen Seagreaves has to combine a recreational AND senior citizens center! They both essentially need the same services, with modifications, it would serve ALL … more

Submitted by Toby Sheets | 1/6/26

Deannexing Birdsley’s business property

Dear editor: Upon reading the last article about Mike Birdsley’s desire to deannex his business property, my conclusion is that his request has merit. If he stays in the city limits and … more

Submitted by Toby Sheets | 12/30/25

Thanks to those who help with Angel Tree program

Dear editor: I would like to personally thank Shawn Russell, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll, friends at the First Bank of Wyoming, Bank of Powell, Sunlight Federal Credit Union, the American Legion, … more

Submitted by Neva Slaght | 12/23/25

Absent chamber director

Dear editor: Do people of Powell realize the chamber of commerce director has not been a Wyoming resident for months? She has been living in Maryland, making decisions and spending money that … more

Submitted by Debbie Velez | 12/23/25

Recreational Center & Senior Citizens Center

Dear editor: Wouldn’t it be awesome if the folks who want to create a recreation center and the folks who want to create a senior citizens center would work together and create a “Multi … more

Submitted by Kathleen Seagreaves | 12/23/25

Less a senator, more a sycophant

Dear editor: Attached please find a copy of my most recent letter to our less-than-esteemed senior senator from Wyoming, for the edification of your readers ... Sen. Barrasso: You told … more

Submitted by Phil Anthony | 12/18/25