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Black Hills State University students named to Dean’s List

Black Hills State University in South Dakota released the Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester and three Powell High School graduates qualified. A total of 638 students maintained a grade … more

6/14/22

Superintendent stands by criticism of non-discrimination policies

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder “strongly maintains” that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s update of its non-discrimination policies “have … more

By Maya Shimizu Harris, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 6/14/22

Woman banned from Grand Teton for providing false info in search

JACKSON (WNE) — A former Jackson resident has been banned from Grand Teton National Park and ordered to pay restitution after park officials say she knowingly provided false information in the … more

6/14/22

Amy Girard, 42, is the National Elk Refuge’s new wildlife biologist. She’s lived in Jackson for roughly 15 years and took the job this February.

Dead animal? Girard would want to ‘open it up’

When Amy Girard sees a dead animal, she doesn’t just see a lifeless corpse. “I want to open it up,” Girard said, laughing. “I want to know what it looks like on the inside. … more

By Billy Arnold, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 6/14/22

Yellowstone peak gets new name

A peak at Yellowstone National Park that had been named after an Army lieutenant who led a massacre of Native Americans will now be known as First Peoples Mountain, the National Park Service … more

By Joshua Wolfson, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 6/14/22

Powell to increase sanitation rates

The Powell City Council is pursuing a sanitation rate increase, the first in 14 years. At its regular meeting this month, the council passed the ordinance to change the rates on second … more

By Kevin Killough | 6/9/22

Larry Porter photographs the Clarks Fork River on a recent visit as it runs through the canyon near Clark. Park County is updating its Land Use Plan, starting with public meetings in Powell June 20.

How residents can help shape Park County’s Land Use Plan

Park County residents who are concerned about future growth have an opportunity to be heard. The county is updating its Land Use Plan, starting with a trio of upcoming meetings in Powell, Meeteetse … more

By Eric Gill | 6/9/22

Zane Logan runs for his seat on the council

Powell City Councilor Zane Logan is running for the Ward II seat on the council. Logan was appointed in January 2021 to fill the seat that was vacated when Scott Mangold was voted to the Park County … more

By Kevin Killough | 6/9/22

Runners hit the streets of Powell Saturday morning after starting at the Park County Fairgrounds for the Dano’lope Dash, a charity event to raise money for Dano Youth Camps. This year runners and obstacle course participants broke a record for attendance with 265 registered.

Dano’lope Dash raises funds for youth camp

When Alex Aguirre was 14, he was inspired by his first year at Camp Dano and the leadership training he received during the backcountry experience. He decided to organize the Dano’lope Dash to … more

By Mark Davis | 6/9/22

Miller named 2023 School Counselor of the Year for the state

Kara Miller, a counselor at Powell High School, has been named the 2023 School Counselor of the Year for the state by the Wyoming School Counselor Association. “Mrs. Miller is very … more

By Braden Schiller | 6/9/22

PHS alumni gathering coming on July 8-9

Powell High School Alumni Association’s annual summer gathering is scheduled for the weekend of July 8-9. This will mark the 107th consecutive year of the annual PHS all-class reunion. … more

6/9/22

Cody Region Fisheries Supervisor Sam Hochhalter stocks Worland Pond Tuesday with hundreds of young largemouth bass translocated from Renner Reservoir. The rare warm water fishery suffered a die-off during the winter of 2014.

Largemouth success story

For years, Game and Fish fisheries biologists have had a tough time finding warm water species to import into the state to help offer diverse fishing opportunities for area anglers. While working on … more

By Mark Davis | 6/9/22

The 2022 Park County Republican Women scholarship recipients pose with keynote speaker Ashlee Lundvall (center). From the left the recipients are: Allison Edwards of Cody, Delaney Salzman of Meeteetse, Madison Harvey of Powell and Kabrie Cannon of Powell.

Seniors receive scholarships from PCRW

Two Powell High School senior girls were awarded scholarships when they attended the 15th annual Park County Republican Women (PCRW) Leadership Tea at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West on April 10. … more

By Braden Schiller | 6/9/22

Northwest College accepting applications for Friendship families

The Northwest College Intercultural Programs Office is now accepting applications for its Friendship Family program, which matches international students with local Wyoming families who serve as a … more

6/9/22

On Saturday, June 18, Meeteetse Museums will host a stone tool knapping workshop from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The event takes place beside the First National Bank Museum.

Meeteetse Museums to host stone tool knapping workshop

From spear tips and knives to arrowheads and gun flints, early civilizations mastered the craft of knapping to make weapons and tools. Teaching contemporaries the art of knapping is a goal of the … more

6/9/22

Wyoming prepares to consider $14M in outdoor rec proposals

With more than $14 million in federal stimulus and other monies earmarked for outdoor recreation, Wyoming is preparing to accept grant proposals for trail reroutes, new campsites, boat ramps and … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 6/9/22

Jackson students walk out of school to protest gun violence

Hundreds of students left Jackson Hole High School at 10 a.m. Monday to protest gun violence in response to recent mass shootings such as the Uvalde, Texas, massacre, where an 18-year-old gunman … more

By Evan Robinson-Johnson, Jackson Hole Daily Via Wyoming News Exchange | 6/9/22

County commission candidates distinguish themselves at GOP forum

A theme of independence stood out among Republican county commissioner candidates at the Park County Republican Women 2022 forum on Wednesday in Powell. Based on their participation, it’s … more

By Eric Gill | 6/7/22

Adelinn Peterson, 4, gets help from her mom, Wendy, and brother, Gage, while attempting to reel in a trout in Powell’s stocked pond in Homesteader Park Saturday morning. The annual Kids’ Fishing Day event at the park saw fast action, with some of the children involved pulling in their limit within 10 minutes.

Powell’s Kids’ Fishing Day features feisty trout and hundreds of prizes

Action at Powell’s fishing facility was fast and furious for those willing to arrive for the 6 a.m. time slot during Powell’s Kids’ Fishing Day event Saturday. For most, limits were … more

By Mark Davis | 6/7/22

Powell man wanted for alleged child abuse

An arrest warrant has been issued for a Powell man for intentionally or recklessly inflicting physical injury upon a child. Juan Luis Marquez, 40, had been released on bond for alleged … more

By Braden Schiller | 6/7/22