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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder, who has visited Park County a handful of times in the last few years, announced her intention recently to run for governor to replace Gov. Mark Gordon. She is one of a number of contestants in the race, which also includes Cody resident Brent Bien, and has been endorsed by President Donald Trump.

Wyoming schools leader Megan Degenfelder launches bid for governor

Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder announced Monday she will run for Wyoming governor in 2026. Her announcement follows a Friday afternoon endorsement from President Donald … more

By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com | 1/13/26

Nominations open for 2026 UWAA Distinguished Alumni and Medallion Service awards

The University of Wyoming Alumni Association (UWAA) is accepting nominations for the prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award and the Medallion Service Award. Applications submitted by Saturday, … more

1/13/26

Grammy nominated Mayo to headline 43rd annual Northwest College Jazz Festival

Grammy nominated vocalist, composer, songwriter, and arranger Michael Mayo is the headline performer for the 43rd annual Northwest College Jazz Festival, taking place Monday, March 2 on the NWC … more

1/13/26

Governor asks Gray to step outside

While hashing out procedural matters at the end of the State Board of Land Commissioners hearing Thursday, Gov. Mark Gordon accused Secretary of State Chuck Gray of casting aspersions against … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, Wyofile | 1/13/26

Man shot in Basin; investigation ongoing

A Powell man was reportedly shot on Friday evening in Basin, suffering serious injuries. He was described as being in stable condition at a Billings hospital as of Monday. Authorities have … more

By CJ Baker | 1/8/26

Park County commissioners had hoped to find a way to build a new pathway on Road 10 — between Seventh Street and Road 8 — but a study found it would be difficult to do. Commissioners don’t plan to move forward with any new pathways at this time, though that could change in the future.

County shelves plan for new Powell pathways

Park County commissioners recently received plans for some new and upgraded pathways around Powell — but bikers and walkers shouldn’t expect them to be built anytime soon. “I don’t know … more

By CJ Baker | 1/8/26

PEP names new executive director

The Powell Economic Partnership has selected a new leader, as Michela Morrisey is taking over as the next executive director of the nonprofit organization. PEP’s board said Morrisey will start … more

1/8/26

Rebecca and Kyle Eulberg show off their first child, Everly Grace Eulberg, the day after she was born. While still very new, Everly had her eyes open wide — or at least one of them — for her first photo shoot. Rebecca, a photographer, said she’ll ‘be a ham.’

First baby of 2026 takes her time

The first baby of 2026 at Powell Valley Hospital didn’t stick to the plan — she came in her own good time. Everly Grace Eulberg was later than expected, bigger than expected, and came … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/8/26

Protect Wyoming: New non-partisan PAC aims to put a stop to selling off public lands

Believing that efforts to sell off public lands, and what they see as the privatization of wildlife and abandonment of scientific management threaten residents’ livelihoods, two Cowboy State … more

By Mark Davis | 1/8/26

Steward takes over from Overfield as commission chair

After four years with the same face as chair of the Park County commissioners, there’s a new leader at the helm. Commissioners unanimously voted to approve former sheriff and first-term … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/8/26

CASA volunteer says program makes a big impact

Jen Franks, the former longtime owner of Little Learners preschool in Powell, didn’t know anything about the Court Appointed Special Advocates program when she was first approached about joining … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/8/26

Richard Brady finally got out to the North Fork the day after Christmas to nab some pictures of bighorn sheep.

Day after Christmas bighorn sheep

Christmas for me has always been a sort love/hate relationship! I think the whole world loves it but me, Halloween is my favorite of course and the “Dia De Los Muertos” or by another name the day … more

By Richard Brady, Special to the Tribune | 1/8/26

Heather Dillon prepares testing supplies at One Health’s Powell Clinic in 2024. For patients earning up to 200% of the federal poverty level, care is offered on a sliding fee scale.

$205M federal health grant kicks off flurry of policy work for Wyoming

Health care advocates are celebrating the announcement last week that Wyoming will be awarded $205 million in federal Rural Health Transformation Project funds in 2026. But the … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 1/8/26

After Wyoming Supreme Court annuls abortion bans, Republicans seek to amend constitution

JACKSON — Just hours after the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday morning that two abortion bans passed by the Wyoming Legislature in 2023 are unconstitutional, Republican state leaders vowed … more

By Jasmine Hall, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/8/26

Rasner announces bid for U.S. House

CHEYENNE — Casper-based businessman Reid Rasner has officially announced his candidacy for Wyoming’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the second entrant into the race … more

By Noah Zahn, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/8/26

A pumpjack stands at an oil well site on University of Wyoming state trust lands near McFadden in April 2024.

Venezuela takeover has Wyoming oil industry bracing for market changes

Soon after Saturday’s military raid in Caracas and the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump said the U.S. will “run” Venezuela for the time being, and that U.S. … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com | 1/8/26

Wyoming newspapers launch award for open government

CHEYENNE — Wyoming’s newspapers have launched a new statewide recognition to honor local governments that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to transparency and accountability. The … more

1/8/26

Yellowstone National Park seeks public input for road reconstruction project

The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is seeking public input on an environmental assessment (EA) for the reconstruction of the new permanent … more

1/8/26

A bull elk closely guards his cows during the rut in Teton County. New Wyoming nonpartisan political action committee called Protect Wyoming aims to put a stop to selling off public lands.

Game and Fish to begin new elk study

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is beginning a new study aimed at tracking one of North America’s largest and most renowned elk populations — the Jackson Elk Herd. In collaboration with … more

1/8/26

Wild & Scenic Film Festival slated for Jan. 15 in Cody

Park County Open Lands is putting on the Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the Cody Theatre on Jan. 15. This nationally recognized film festival showcases powerful short films celebrating wild … more

1/8/26