Letters to the Editor | Powell Tribune

Teachers should get support needed to keep going

Dear editor: Others who have taught in classrooms might agree that being a full-time teacher has always been full of challenges; some issues originating from lack of capable administrative … more

Submitted by Edward Morrow | 3/7/23

Be wary about regulations that could result from land use plan

Dear editor: The citizens of Park County need to be very vigilant about the Land Use Plan (LUP) that our Park County government is proposing. I was asked to serve on the Land Use Planning … more

Submitted by Michael Bromley | 2/28/23

There’s another way to stop crossover voting: Put the question on the ballot

Dear editor: In case the legislators don’t settle the matter, petitions are circulating in the county to have an initiative related to crossover voting placed on the ballot in the next … more

Submitted by Dona Becker | 2/23/23

In-park housing should go away

Dear editor: Have you been watching Yellowstone’s 150th Virtual Video Series on YouTube? Yellowstone’s record of past mismanagement is a common theme in the videos. … more

Submitted by Steve Torrey | 2/21/23

Have courage, step up, speak out

Feeling overwhelmed by divisiveness and life’s challenges?? Does a coping strategy of withdrawing and disengaging seem attractive and safe?? Many of us probably feel this way in … more

Submitted by Phyllis Roseberry | 2/9/23

History of Saint Valentine

In just a few days we will be celebrating Valentine’s Day. You may not realize it but Valentine is a well-known third century Roman saint. He was a priest during a time when Christianity … more

Submitted by Autourina Mains | 2/9/23

Thank you for the story and kind words of support

Thank you, Gabby Paterson, for the article you wrote about my returning to teaching. You captured my philosophy of education and my love for students/teaching perfectly. Our community is blessed … more

Submitted by Myra LaFrentz | 2/7/23

FOAL response to Scoping Notice

Dear Mr. Guevara: Our organization, Friends of a Legacy-McCullough Peaks Mustangs (FOAL), is hereby providing comments pertaining to the Scoping Notice of January 2023 for … more

Submitted by Mary Scuffham and Marshall Dominick | 2/7/23

Expansion of Medicaid keeps hospitals open

Dear editor, We need revenue for our counties’ bills. Medicaid expansion could help us. We have 16 Critical Access Hospitals in Wyoming. Powell has a Critical Access Hospital. … more

Submitted by Dana Burns | 1/31/23

Starlings problem must be addressed

Dear editor: The skies of Powell are black at dusk with starlings. Their infestation is becoming a public health and safety problem. And, if not addressed soon it will be problematic to us, as … more

Submitted by Madeleine Van Epps | 1/26/23

Wyoming should expand Medicaid

Dear editor: We applaud Rep. David Northrup and the House Revenue Committee for approving HB-80, Medical Treatment Opportunity Act. Nearly two-thirds of Wyoming’s voters support Medicaid … more

Submitted by Linda and Ronn Smith | 1/24/23

Changes to Pre-K Program

Dear editor: I read the article of Dec. 22, 2022 in the Powell Tribune regarding the possible changes to the PCSD1 preschool program and the liaison position. I would like to share some … more

Submitted by Autourina Mains | 1/19/23

Sen. Lummis fails to justify vote on same sex marriage bill

Dear editor: I give two thumbs up to Susan Hoffert for her excellent letter to the editor of Jan. 5, 2023. Ms. Hoffert’s letter calls out Sen. Lummis for voting in favor of the monstrous, … more

Submitted by Will R. Coleman | 1/19/23

MLK Day should be observed in area schools

Dear editor, I am amazed and saddened that our schools in Park and Big Horn counties do not recognize Martin Luther King Day. I have taught in four states and Wyoming is the only state where … more

Submitted by Judi Blymyer | 1/17/23

Here are 10 ways to bring more jobs to Cody, Park County

Dear editor: Ten ways to improve/increase jobs in Cody, Wyoming. 1. Add a roller rink: By adding one it will increase family fun, add jobs, it’s fun for everyone, it is also a great way … more

Submitted by Kathleen Tucker | 1/17/23

Sen. Lummis replies to concerns about marriage act vote

Dear Editor, After sending a letter to Sen. Cynthia Lummis that was basically the same as my January 5 letter to the editor, I received a very informative reply from Sen. Lummis. While much … more

Submitted by Susan Hoffert | 1/17/23

Storing food for county residents comes with too many issues

Dear editor, I think the idea of the county storing food in case of disaster is not a workable idea. I can see a social program like this getting way out of hand. Once you start something … more

Submitted by Dallas Bennett | 1/12/23

Moose decline in Wyoming will be mirrored by Colorado moose population

Dear editor, A recent Cowboy State Daily story reported on the drop in Wyoming moose tags while moose tags in Colorado were increasing. It was even speculated that “Some of that drop in … more

Submitted by Cathy Selby | 1/12/23

Sen. Laursen is doing right by his constituents

Dear editor, After reading Todd Johnson’s Jan. 5 letter to the editor I must stand up for Sen. Dan Laursen. The first point Mr. Johnson made was that Sen. Laursen broke the “11th … more

Submitted by Susan Hoffert | 1/12/23

Food costs still rising; Farm Bill must keep pace

Dear editor: I pray this year will bring prosperity for everyone, especially American farmers. We were blessed with better weather in Wyoming last year, and sugar growers in … more

Submitted by Klodette Stroh | 1/10/23