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Texas Unlimited Band to headline Xtreme After Party on June 30

CODY — The Texas Unlimited Band is set to bring their high-energy performance to the Xtreme Bulls Tour After Party on June 30, in a night that promises to be unforgettable for fans … more

5/2/24

Dr. Billin reappointed as county health officer

Park County Public Health Officer Dr. Aaron Billin, whose job took on a new level of public appreciation and scrutiny amid the Covid pandemic, was reappointed to the position by county commissioners … more

By Zac Taylor | 12/15/22

Seth Siebert (left) and Parker Williams discuss measurements for the slurry bomber’s wing. This year’s project will not be a full plan but will instead be a wall mount and the wing of the plane will prominently jut out.

Powell art students learn how to battle a forest fire

Acrylic flames and LED lights snake along the artificial forest fire while action figures of Powell High School teacher Sean Munger and school board trustee Dustin Paul figure out how to fight the … more

By Braden Schiller | 2/7/23

Charli Campbell (far right) leads the pack during a race on Bill Rentschler’s land.

Go-Kart racing in the name of family fun

A fast-paced, bubbly hum will often fill the air at Bill Rentschler’s property where an alfalfa field has long been replaced with two Go-Kart tracks, but for the family who’s been … more

By Braden Schiller | 6/20/23

Back to class

As they do every year, Powell students are returning to school and acclimating to new classrooms and teachers — some students are even walking through school doors for the first time. The … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/22/23

New farmers market coming to Powell

Vince Smith, vice president of operations at Yellowstone Motors, has an idea for a different kind of farmers’ market. The farmers’ market at Yellowstone Motors will come to fruition on … more

By Kevin Killough | 5/27/22

New camping fees and increases proposed on public lands

Responding to higher maintenance costs and updates due to increased use, the Bureau of Land Management and Shoshone National Forest are proposing new and increased fees for camping at several popular … more

By Mark Davis | 11/7/23

Race 4 Recovery makes donations to community members in need

Race 4 Recovery presented a check for $11,416.81, to Macey Bernstein, who was diagnosed with Chiari malformation, a condition that can cause headaches, difficulty with coordination, dizziness and … more

By Kevin Killough | 8/25/22

Harriet Hageman, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, has been raising accusations of election fraud in the 2020 election without proof, much to the dismay of the Wyoming legal profession. She told the Powell Tribune the election was rigged while at the Washakie County Fair in Worland last August.

Lawyers denounce ‘rigged’ election claims

A group of Wyoming lawyers sent a letter last week to Trump-endorsed Republican nominee for U.S. House Harriet Hageman expressing their “deep concern and disappointment” about her public … more

By Maya Shimizu Harris and Mary Steurer, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 9/27/22

Audit affirms Park County’s general election results

After a review and an audit, Park County’s general election results are official. The county’s results were certified Thursday, Nov. 10 and the State of … more

11/25/22

Governor to have options for property tax relief bills

Gov. Mark Gordon will have the option to choose from several bills which to sign to provide property tax relief in Wyoming. All bills differ on approach on how to provide relief. Homeowners saw … more

By David Velazquez, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 3/12/24

Buffalo Bill State Park is working on an Integrated Resource Management Plan and Environmental Assessment, and is seeking public input.

Comments sought on analysis for Buffalo Bill Reservoir and State Park

CODY — Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, and Trails, in cooperation with the Bureau of Reclamation, is seeking public comment on an integrated Resource Management Plan and … more

5/2/24

Powell man facing felony charges after authorities find large amount of drugs

When police arrested a Powell man for drunk driving this month, they spotted a mostly empty beer can near the driver’s seat. But it was the more than $12,000 in cash in Jose De La Cruz Guerra … more

By CJ Baker | 12/15/22

Session hits halfway point

CASPER — The Legislature wrapped up its fourth week in session on Friday, finishing up final budget amendments despite a power outage at the Wyoming Capitol. The end of the week … more

By Maya Shimizu Harris, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 2/7/23

Scott Montefusco’s 1952 Willys Jeep is shown at El Jaliscience in Kemmerer last week. The retired law enforcement officer and military veteran is driving the Jeep from San Francisco to New York.

Man driving across country for veterans

KEMMERER — Cpt. Scott Montefusco is driving down the road in a restored 1952 Korean War Willys Jeep, with a picture of Horatio Nelson Jackson — the first person to travel across … more

By Rana Jones, Kemmerer Gazette Via Wyoming News Exchange | 6/20/23

Defendant wants murder trial moved from Park County

A Cody man facing a murder charge in connection with the 2021 death of his young daughter is asking for his trial to be moved out of Park County. Moshe Williams’ attorneys say it will be … more

By CJ Baker | 8/22/23

Northwest College staff and faculty meet with the crop of new teachers, including (clockwise from bottom left) Calli Nissen, Stacy Kuenn, Joneen Costigan, Jeff Troxel, Austin Conklin, Jack McGrath, Denise Schuler, Steven Haggard and Ana Vazquez Madera. Returning teachers also at the table include Deepthi Amarasuriya (assistant professor of physics/faculty development and morale coordinator rep), Brooke Merkel (interim registrar/registration coordinator) and West Hernandez (enrollment services director).

Northwest College welcomes new students, faculty

In the wake of another Paint the Town Red event to welcome back students, classes started Wednesday at Northwest College. It’s a good year for the college, President Lisa Watson noted … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/29/23

Powell Recreation plans on a summer full of activities

Powell Recreation District is charging full steam ahead with a packed schedule of summer events for the kids. This year, the district is partnering with the Children’s Resource Center to bring … more

By Kevin Killough | 5/27/22

Cody man acquitted in murder case

Following a weeklong trial, a Cody man was cleared of a first-degree murder charge in connection with the 2021 death of his 2-year-old daughter. A panel of 12 Hot Springs County jurors … more

By CJ Baker | 11/7/23

FSA program provides assistance to farmers and ranchers for flood impacts

The Park County Farm Service Agency is administering a U.S. Department of Agriculture program to help farmers and ranchers severely impacted by flood damage. The Emergency Conservation … more

8/25/22