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New sixth graders at Powell Middle School learn some of the basics of the school day while sitting in the school lunchroom on the first day of classes. The school is the only one in Park County School District 1 not to be recording more students than the year before so far in the school year.

First day numbers: Powell schools enrollment reaches a seven-year high

This year, Powell schools had a whopping 1,893 students registered on the first day of school, continuing a trend of increased enrollment. It’s the highest student population that … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/29/23

Traffic light, other upgrades coming to Cody’s Big Horn Avenue

In response to increasing congestion on Cody’s Big Horn Avenue, officials are adding a stoplight and planning other changes to the corridor. The busy street doubles as U.S. Highway 14A, … more

By CJ Baker | 10/31/23

Yellowtail youth only pheasant hunt Nov. 18-20

A youth only pheasant hunt will be conducted Nov. 18-20 on Yellowtail Wildlife Habitat Management Area near Lovell. During this three-day timeframe, pheasant hunting is restricted to youth only on … more

9/2/22

Douglas man charged with kidnapping, terrorizing wife

DOUGLAS (WNE) —Trevor Colton Lake of Douglas is facing multiple felony charges, including kidnapping and terrorizing his wife, following a road rage incident near Glenrock. The … more

9/15/22

Utility scam circulating through Powell

There is a scam going around Powell and the city is warning residents to be aware. Recently the city has been receiving complaints that customers are getting phone calls stating that … more

9/27/22

Powell High School band director John Fabela poses with famous composer Frank Ticheli and Southside Elementary School music teacher Katie Sears. Ticheli composed all of the music for the event.

Students learn from famous composer

The sounds of many different instruments began to meld into one beautifully composed piece as renowned composer Frank Ticheli signaled for Powell High School freshman Curtis Muecke to join … more

By Braden Schiller | 11/25/22

Ice climbing festival

CODY — Dozens of adventurers gathered here in early January to strap sharp metal blades to their feet and grip long, pointed axes in each hand before venturing into the Shoshone National Forest … more

By Ruffin Prevost, For the Powell Tribune | 1/19/23

Absaroka Senior Living in Cody offers a community approach to senior living. Residents are encouraged to focus on what they can do and many participate in activities and enjoy the Powell and Cody communities.

Alternative housing options for Powell seniors?

As people age, standard living situations like a traditional house or apartment may no longer be sufficient, either due to costs, a need for assisted living or a combination of factors. … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/28/23

One of the more eye catching aspects of the mass casualty training was the presence of two Black Hawk helicopters which landed near the Cabre Gym parking lot.

Regional first responders and National Guard participate in ‘once in a generation” exercises

Roughly 300 first response personnel and Wyoming National Guard members, some in Black Hawk helicopters, reacted to the situation at hand during a large-scale mass casualty training at Northwest … more

By Braden Schiller | 6/20/23

Powell hospital employee numbers rise

Powell Valley Healthcare boasted 479 employees as of Monday, which outgoing CEO Terry Odom said was higher than its been recently. That has included a clinical educator in Julie Kennedy, a … more

By Zac Taylor | 6/29/23

Defendant in exploitation case rearrested

While facing criminal allegations that she financially exploited an elderly woman, Victoria L. Hertz Ruelas was ordered to have no contact with the alleged victim. However, authorities say Hertz … more

By CJ Baker | 8/29/23

Mia McMinn (left) sits at Cody High School’s CHS Wired news desk alongside Eliza Spencer and Kinsley Merritt. Alongside their peers, the students worked on two short films that tackled international and local issues. Both films were shown at the All American High School Film Festival in New York.

Student films make an impact, earn national and international recognition

Students at Cody High School have learned how to use their voice, some microphones and a couple cameras to make a difference both internationally and in their community. “Be grateful for … more

By Braden Schiller | 10/31/23

Beets are not yet frozen in the ground

Can mostly sunny days and rising temperatures save the remainder of the area sugar beet crop caught by last week’s freeze? Western Sugar Cooperative officials in the Lovell factory … more

11/2/23

Northwest College welcomes two Fulbright Language Teaching Assistants for 2022-23

Northwest College is welcoming two Fulbright Language Teaching Assistants for the 2022-23 academic year. Joining NWC are Naoko Ohno from Japan, and Alejandra De la Rocha from Mexico. Ohno will be … more

8/25/22

Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) has made a tradition out of spending Thanksgiving with Wyoming troops overseas. This year he visited with troops and families stationed at USAG Camp Huntington in South Korea.

Barrasso shares Thanksgiving dinner with Wyoming troops in South Korea

PYEONGTAEK, SOUTH KOREA — On Thanksgiving Day, U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) shared a Thanksgiving meal with Wyoming service members and their families stationed at USAG Camp Humphreys in … more

11/28/23

Wyoming Democratic Party at risk of losing major party status

The Wyoming Democratic Party is at risk of losing major party status if Democrats in the state don’t register and vote in the general election. The Wyoming Secretary of State’s … more

By Jasmine Hall, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 9/15/22

Heart Mountain releases new edition of incarceration history

The Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation is proud to announce the publication of an updated edition of Douglas Nelson’s “Heart Mountain: The History of an American Concentration Camp.” … more

11/25/22

Mexican citizen imprisoned for ‘huge amounts of drugs’

After illegally entering the United States, authorities say a Mexican man became one of Park County’s larger drug dealers. Jose De La Cruz Guerra Torres is now set to be deported from the … more

By CJ Baker | 3/12/24

Powell Volunteer Fire Department officers chosen

Dustin Dicks has begun his second two-year term as Powell’s fire chief after being elected to once again lead the Powell Volunteer Fire Department. Jason Fields was elected assistant chief, … more

By Mark Davis | 1/19/23

NWC hosts Secret Service, officers for specialized training

Nearly three dozen law enforcement officers from around the state and region received specialized training from the U.S. Secret Service at Northwest College earlier this month. While the Secret … more

By CJ Baker | 6/20/23