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The incident occurred at the Sinclair gas station on Sheridan Avenue in downtown Cody.

Child wounded by gunshot in Cody after 'negligent discharge'

A child suffered a gunshot wound in downtown Cody Tuesday following "a negligent discharge of a firearm," police said. more

7/22/25

Aurora Yoder poses with her steer during last year’s Bred and Fed show. This year’s Bred and Fed will kick off Wednesday at 9 a.m.

Welcome to the show: Park County Fair gears up for 114th year

The Park County Fairgrounds are coming to life for yet another week of livestock sales and community entertainment. This will be the 114th year of the Park County Fair, with this year continuing some … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled roadwork on U.S. Highway 14A between Cheyenne Street and the edge of Ralston for the summer of 2026.

WYDOT to surface upgrade U.S. Highway 14A in Powell

U.S. Highway 14A is getting a surface upgrade in the next few years. In 2026, Wyoming Department of Transportation is planning mill, overlay and ADA upgrades on stretches of the road west … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/22/25

Defendant in ‘hitman’ case says she was entrapped by police

A Cody woman accused of trying to kill her son-in-law says she was entrapped by the undercover officer who posed as a potential hitman. Wendy D. Coe, who turns 56 this year, is set to go … more

By CJ Baker | 7/22/25

Northwest College still provides small raise despite lower revenues

Northwest College is expecting less in revenue this year, but the college is still going to take care of its employees. At the June reveal of the budget, President Lisa Watson recommended … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/22/25

Figure 8 racing returns with some new twists

Figure 8 racing has become a fixture at the Park County Fairgrounds, but there was some uncertainty heading into the 2025 season. After last year’s organizer ran into some financial challenges, … more

By CJ Baker | 7/22/25

A car kicks up a little mud during last year’s Demolition Derby at the Park County Fairgrounds. As always this year’s derby will hold the Saturday slot at the grandstands. The gates will open at 5 p.m. and the event will kick off at 6 p.m.

Derby days

The crashing, smashing and bone-rattling atmosphere of the Demolition Derby is what keeps fans coming back every year. This year's Demolition Derby is similar to years past, and will … more

By Braden Schiller and Katie Morrison | 7/22/25

Are you ready to rock?

That Arena Rock Show will be coming to the Park County Fair this year. The high energy, highly produced cover band will be taking over the stage from a slot traditionally filled by country musicians, … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

Tag Thompson talks livestock before entering the Junior Livestock Sale in 2023. Last year $602,200 was spent at the sale.

From Barn to Bidders: Junior Livestock Sale

The Park County Fair is a week full of events, culminating with something truly inspirational. The Junior Livestock Sale concludes the fair each and every year — but what is rather … more

By Katie Morrison and Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

Jesse Brittain, of Cody, kicks his legs in the air as he urges his old John Deere to go farther during last year’s truck and tractor pull. The event returned after a long hiatus and will once again be back at the Park County Fair Thursday at 7 p.m. with gates opening at 6 p.m.

Truck and tractor pulls return to grandstand

Following an initial return to Powell last year the truck and tractor pull will once again be wowing the crowds at the Park County Fair, performing at the grandstand on Thursday night. Truck and … more

By Seth Romsa | 7/22/25

Mary Blau (left), Monica Hill, Adrienne Mangus and Jill Allen celebrate in the ring after participating in the Adult Women’s Division of the 2024 Pig Mud Wrestling event at the Park County Fair.

Pig mud wrestling gives a chance for kids to be in the spotlight

Park County Events Coordinator Billy Wood rode rough stock in the rodeo growing up. He said he loved the feeling of the home crowd cheering him on. He sees pig mud wrestling as a similar … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/22/25

Powell Valley Healthcare Nutrition Services team members (from left) Chaylee Betancort, Maecie Joy, Mason Coombs, Travis Tucker, Ashley Kohler, Scout Sullivan,  Elias Brower and Rachel Nicholson were honored for their work putting on the Summer Food Service Program.

Powell Valley Healthcare’s Nutrition Services team receives 2024 Turnip The Beet! Gold award

Providing nutritious meals that are tasty and wholesome has been the mission of the Summer Food Service Program since it began eight years ago. Coordinated by Powell Valley Healthcare’s … more

7/22/25

Be sure to stay safe amid the heat

Amidst all of the fair food, grandstand events, carnival rides and livestock shows, it’s important to stay safe in the hot, sunny weather. The fair offers a lot of fun during the day, but … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

What to know when the carnival comes to town

When the rides power on and take the first customers of the day, when the first carnival games are played and the first prizes awarded, it will be because of Midway Carnival Attractions. The … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

Fighting at the fair: Post 26 Big Horn Basin Boxing Club gears up for a second round

Tomo Matsumura just wants his opponent to show up and be his best, he said during a July 10 practice while resting between drills as fight music blared in the background. Matsumura, an … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

A grizzly bear wanders through aspen trees in Yellowstone National Park. In late May, a grizzly was discovered dead due to a gunshot wound near Deep Lake in the Beartooths.

Reward for information: Grizzly bear found dead near Deep Lake

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, along with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, are seeking the public's help in solving a grizzly bear mortality. According to a service release, the animal was … more

7/22/25

Heart Mountain opens Pilgrimage film screenings to the public

The Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation will make the Friday, July 25, session of its annual Pilgrimage free and open to the public to feature the premiere of the animated film Hello … more

7/22/25

The 2025 Garden Tour will be Saturday, July 26 in Cody. Participants can see six gardens (addresses provided at ticket purchase) and end the day with a reception at the Chamberlain Inn.

Garden Tour returns to Cody Saturday

After some time off and a changing of hands the Garden Tour is returning to the Cody area. Pollen Landscapes and Cody Arts (formerly the Cody Country Art League), are bringing back the … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

Lovell High School math teacher Adam Craw will be performing Friday and Saturday on the Pepsi Free Stage.

Craw to play free stage for first time

Adam Craw describes his performances using words like contemplative and emotive — he’s a crooner. The Lovell High School math teacher will be playing the Pepsi Free Stage for the … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25

Absaroka Mountain Thunder’s members wave while clogging during last year’s Park County Fair Parade.

Absaroka Mountain Thunder: Performing for a quarter of a century

Over the past two-and-a-half decades, Absaroka Mountain Thunder’s clogging performances have become a mainstay at the Park County Fair’s free stage and during the fair’s annual … more

By Braden Schiller | 7/22/25