Powell Tribune

Racial guilt trip

Dear Editor: The enclosed missive is my truth statement of a somewhat monumental observation. Has our Christian populous also discerned that these loud accusatory racial experts harmoniously … more

Submitted by Kevin Hunkapiller | 6/10/21

An open letter to the Wyoming Board on Geographic Names

Dear Ms. Messer and distinguished members of the board: “Squaw Teats” was a name given to a geographic feature over 100 years ago. The issue was brought before the Park County … more

Submitted by Bob and Linda Graff | 6/8/21

Banking snafu at Wells Fargo

Dear Editor: A big boo and hiss to the folks at Wells Fargo for closing down the Powell branch and shipping all personnel to Cody. A telephone call to that branch unearthed the nugget that this is … more

Submitted by Clinton E. Phillips | 6/8/21

Great response, but what if?

Dear Editor: The death outside Frannie (per the May 27 front page) is a tragic story on several levels, not least for all its unanswered questions. And something else stood out for me. After … more

Submitted by Rowene Weems | 6/3/21

There are bullies in all walks of life

Dear Editor: I was very sad to read about Isabell Trevino’s experience with a member of our police force. This is a man who has vowed to serve and protect us. Even if he is a racist, or … more

Submitted by Linda Graff | 6/1/21

Editorial misrepresented facts on climate change

Dear Editor: This is in response to Kevin Killough’s editorial regarding climate change on May 6. There are a number of issues but I will focus on his use of the 2018 IPCC “Special … more

Submitted by Jim McEvoy | 5/25/21

The unwanted speed change in Clark

Dear Editor: I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the new speed limits in Clark. The speed limit has been in place for decades. Many people in Clark depend on getting to places on … more

Submitted by Chris Powell | 5/25/21

Racism is alive and well in Park County

Dear Editor: I have hesitated sending this letter because I know how riled people can get at any notion or hint of racism in Park County. However, I have to do this every few years so our people … more

Submitted by Isabell Trevino | 5/18/21

Three cheers for Superintendent Balow

Dear Editor: I could not be more proud of the courageous stand Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow took in defying the introduction of the 1619 Project and Critical Race Theory in … more

Submitted by Trinity Lewis | 5/18/21

Gun rights are not absolute

Dear Editor: After reading your column of May 6, “... Preservation County,” I am compelled to again remind your readers of the late Justice Antonin Scalia, a conservative darling, who … more

Submitted by Phil Anthony | 5/11/21

Legislation needed to protect women in athletic field

Dear Editor: I commend our legislators for the hours they have expended in trying to balance an impossible budget. Programs and services will necessarily be curtailed or other revenues need to be … more

Submitted by Bill Willavize | 5/6/21

Powell hospital does not turn away patients

Dear Editor: In response to recent social media activity sharing misinformation about our Emergency Department, Powell Valley Healthcare would like to clarify that patients who come to the ER are … more

Submitted by Terry Odom and June Minchow | 5/4/21

Voter ID laws are not racist

Dear Editor: I am sitting here listening to some college student attempt to communicate why he believes requiring voter ID is voter suppression. After many minutes of hemming and hawing his … more

Submitted by David Kellett | 4/29/21

Join or die

Dear Editor: During the American Revolution, Ben Franklin published an image of a rattlesnake broken into pieces labeled with each of the colonies and the inscription “Join or Die.” It … more

Submitted by Jim Vetter | 4/29/21

Food bank volunteers appreciated

Dear Editor: April is a wonderful time of year. It is the start of spring and of growth — a new beginning. This last year has been hard on the people of Wyoming, especially with … more

Submitted by Barb Maluchnik | 4/27/21