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UW Summer High School Institute students attend a research seminar titled ‘Clean Hydrogen: The Future of Energy’ at UW’s Business Building.

Fifty-three of Wyoming’s top high school juniors participated in the 40th annual Summer High School Institute (HSI) at the University of Wyoming in June. The three-week program, … more

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Edelweiss held its second annual vendor show and added a car show last Saturday in Clark. Vehicles ranged from tractors to a Model A coupe to a 2025 Harley.

Old cars, music highlight Clark event

Some fun under the sun was the order of the day in Clark on Saturday, as Edelweiss River House held its second annual vendor show and its first car show. Besides booths offering a variety of … more

By Bob Rodriguez, Special to the Tribune | 8/12/25

Adam and Katie Stromberger pose for a photo in one of their barley fields in the Willwood area. The Strombergers are generational farmers who farm the land with Adam’s parents, Harold and Debbie Stromberger.

A family operation: Strombergers harvest barley for fourth year in Willwood area

The Stromberger’s history as farmers stretches back four generations in Colorado. Four years ago the family took up a stake in the Willwood area where their barley crop is nearing harvest. … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

Miss Avery, a 1911 Avery 30-Horse Special Operator Saskatchewan steam tractor owned by the Murray family waits patiently for her exhibition pull at the truck and tractor pull July 24 at the Park County Fairgrounds. The tractor was transported to the fairgrounds thanks to Rick Johnson and Johnsons’ Oil and Water Service.

Tractor traditions

Miss Avery has lived a life. She’s seen the prairie and watched the farmlands change, she’s traveled to research centers and been on display at the county fair. Until 1999 she lived … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

Steve Knopp lowers hay onto a trailer for a customer. Knopp, who is semi-retired, grew alfalfa hay and now helps his daughter’s operation.

Hay is for horses

Steve Knopp is semi-retired, and serves mostly in an advisory role for his daughter, but there are still plenty of bales of alfalfa to go around. Knopp began to ease back a couple years ago and … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

Greg Wilson (left), Jen Wilson and their daughter Elle pose for a photo behind the counter of Uncommon Grounds. The Wilsons purchased the coffeeshop June 13 and are common sights serving up orders.

Catering to crops and coffee

Greg Wilson, the 2025 grand marshal of the Park County Fair Parade, drove down Bent Street in a Kubota tractor followed by his wife Jen and their family. Greg and Jen have long been associated … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

LeeAnn Shelton prunes strawberry plants inside a grow house at Silver Stream Farm north of Pinedale.

Year-round strawberries in Wyoming? Welcome to Pinedale’s indoor farm

SUBLETTE COUNTY—None of the traditional trappings of farm life greet visitors to this windy rim north of Pinedale. No crops waving in field rows, no sounds of cows lowing, no odors … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 8/8/25

The first truckload of barley arrived in Ralston, Tuesday, July 22. It’s been a good year for the barley crop, thanks to some cooler weather, said Judy Gillett, the grower relationship manager for Briess Malt and Ingredients Co. in Ralston.

Best in the world: Briess looks at good year for quality crop

The first truck full of barley arrived at Briess’ Ralston station Tuesday, July 22 from the southeastern part of the basin, near Worland. The cool, damp spring the Big Horn Basin has … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

Crop count

This year’s cooler and sometimes wet weather could have both positives and negatives for this year’s crops. An increase in rain this year and some unpredictable weather has led to … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/8/25

To report controlled burns residents within Park County Fire Protection District No. 1 should call the Powell Police Department. The Powell Volunteer Fire Department switched dispatch over to PPD on Aug. 1.

Don’t forget to report controlled burns

Farmers and other rural residents in the Powell area need to update their contact lists when planning a controlled burn. As of this month, those setting open fires within the Park County Fire … more

By CJ Baker | 8/8/25

As of this week, the University of Wyoming’s Powell Research and Extension Center has a new director. Andrea Garfinkel says she’s looking forward to visiting with local producers about their needs.

Plant pathologist takes helm at Powell research center

In her time as an agronomist and plant pathologist, Andrea Garfinkel has worked with a wide variety of crops, from sugar beets to hemp to peonies, but there’s a unifying thread. “I … more

By CJ Baker | 8/8/25

A sign on the front door of the Pinedale Roundup announcing the paper’s closure.

Stop the presses: Wyoming press corps suffers historic blow

Since 1904, The Pinedale Roundup has broken a lot of news in the western Wyoming community. But on Wednesday morning, the Roundup published what stands to be the paper’s last scoop: the … more

By CJ Baker and Rebecca Huntington, WyoFile | 8/7/25

Jon Lea’s rented trailer, located in Scott’s Granite Park on the east side of Powell, was a complete loss, including all his possessions. His dog Belle woke him in time to escape the fire and he and both his pets were able to exit safely without injuries.

Dog saves owner’s life: Powell resident loses everything in Friday fire

Returning home to his two pups after a “brutal” overnight double shift, Jon Lea (like tea) was finally able to put his head on his pillow, hoping to get some sleep before reporting back … more

By Mark Davis | 8/7/25

Powell landowner Kay Anderson speaks to the Park County commissioners Tuesday night during a public hearing on the first round of amended development standards and regulations at the Cody Auditorium.

Smaller crowd raises concerns on land use regs

Commissioners will start deliberating, and possibly voting, on the first round of development standards and regulations amendments at their next meeting in late August. If approved, it … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/7/25

Powell school district gun policy passes first reading

The Powell school district moved a step closer last month to finalizing what concealed carry will look like for staff. The policy, which outlines the responsibilities of staff members who carry … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/7/25

New Powell City Councilwoman Kristy Fields recites her oath of office at Monday night’s meeting, as Councilman Steven Lensegrav (center) looks on and Mayor John Wetzel (at right) administers the oath.

Fields joins the Powell City Council

The Powell City Council’s newest member is anything but new to the city. Kristy Fields, who was sworn in on Monday as a Ward 2 councilwoman, was not only born and raised in Powell, but is … more

By CJ Baker | 8/7/25

A Montana judge has ruled the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service broke the law by denying a petition to relist gray wolves for Endanger Species protection.

Federal judge: Fish and Wildlife Service broke law in petition denial

Montana District Federal Judge Donald Molloy has ruled the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service broke the law last year when it denied a petition to protect gray wolves in the northern Rocky Mountains … more

By Mark Davis | 8/7/25

Hospital board cuts district meetings to quarterly, PVHC directors will still meet monthly

Interim CEO Sean McCallister wasn’t kidding about wanting to make what he sees are positive changes in his stint at Powell Valley Healthcare. At the July 28 meeting, the Powell … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/7/25

PCSD1 will see increase in meal prices

Meal prices will see an increase for the 2025-2026 school year due to expected rise in direct food costs. “ We’re seeing about [a 2.5% increase] … we’re really seeing it … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/7/25

Multiple agencies search for missing hiker in Bighorns

A number of regional agencies, including Park County Search and Rescue volunteers, have been searching since last weekend for a Minnesota hiker who summited 13,171 foot Cloud Peak but dropped out of … more

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