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Ethan Nixon presents his topic April 28 at Northwest College during the first Student Showcase, which gave students a chance to display knowledge of their chosen topics.

NWC and UW come together in inclusive excellence student showcase

More than 70 students at Northwest College recently came together to present their research and creative works at the first-ever inclusive excellence Student Showcase. Following best practices … more

5/25/23

Man arrested after allegedly kidnapping woman from Walmart

GILLETTE (WNE) — A 26-year-old man was arrested for felony counts of kidnapping and probation violation, as well as misdemeanor counts of theft, use of drugs and interference with a peace … more

5/25/23

Education leaders: We had no input on WDE strategic plan

CHEYENNE — While State Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder said the state’s new plan for education reform was based upon “voices of thousands of education … more

By Jasmine Hall, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 5/25/23

UW, state team with Wyoming brewer

CASPER — Beer, beer, get your beer, University of Wyoming fans. UW Athletics and the state of Wyoming announced Friday that they would partner with Sheridan-based Black Tooth Brewing … more

By Aedan Hannon, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 5/25/23

Six ways to build healthy habits

(Family Features) Starting on a path toward healthy habits is often easier than maintaining them long term. This year, you can avoid a major pitfall of healthy resolutions and build healthy habits … more

5/25/23

Don’t let bugs take a bite out of outdoor fun

Wyoming Department of Health — Simple personal actions can help residents escape some potentially serious insect-spread diseases linked with warmer weather and outdoor activities, according to … more

5/25/23

Resources for finding and comparing health care providers

(Family Features) Getting health care for yourself or a loved one is a big responsibility, especially if you are starting with Medicare, need services like nursing home care, have to find a new … more

5/25/23

Don’t let rabies sneak up on you

Wyoming Department of Health — Seasonal animal activity is prompting the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to issue a warning regarding the ongoing threat posed by rabies, a deadly but … more

5/25/23

Building effective habits can help you on your health and weight-loss journey. Finding an activity you enjoy and keeping it simple can make it easier to stick the habit and see results.

Five ways to manage weight

(Family Features) For many people who wish to work toward a healthier weight, one of the greatest obstacles is figuring out where to begin. These tips from SlimFast consultant and registered … more

5/25/23

New set of school book policies approved

After several months of collaboration, including the forming of a special committee, the Park County School District 1 school board unanimously passed the new book selection and adoption policy May … more

By Braden Schiller | 5/23/23

Public hearing on Cody temple postponed

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ plans to build a temple in Cody have been delayed. A public hearing on the proposal — which had been set for Wednesday night in Cody … more

By CJ Baker | 5/23/23

Man gets probation for theft from Powell hotel

Stealing nearly $2,000 in cash from his Powell employer has landed a local resident on supervised probation for the next two years. Juan J. Medina apologized for his actions at a Wednesday … more

By CJ Baker | 5/23/23

Hunter pleads not guilty in North Fork grizzly case

A Wapiti man alleged to have mistakenly killed a grizzly bear on the North Fork this month has been temporarily barred from hunting. Patrick M. Gogerty faces a misdemeanor count of taking a … more

By CJ Baker | 5/23/23

Land Use Plan closes in on final draft

As work on a new Park County Land Use Plan document closes in on a final document to be voted on, the county is preparing for its next steps, which could be the hardest. “There’s … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/23/23

The setting sun is obscured by smoke Friday night during the Wyoming State Track Championships in Casper. A National Weather Service meteorologist in Riverton said we can start seeing relief from the smoke from Canada wildland fires starting this week.

Air quality to at least temporarily improve

Fire season arrived early this year. More than 200 wildland fires are burning across several parched provinces in western Canada with almost a quarter of those fires out of control. Tens of thousands … more

By Mark Davis | 5/23/23

Sam Mihara speaks outside the theater bearing his name at the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center.

Mihara receives grant to teach Japanese American incarceration in Wyoming

Sam Mihara, who was incarcerated at Heart Mountain as a child, has received a grant from the Wyoming Humanities Council to travel around the state and teach about the Japanese American incarceration. … more

5/23/23

Click It or Ticket campaign reminds drivers: Buckle up May 22-June 4, and every day

Wyoming law enforcement is urging drivers to buckle up during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national Click It or Ticket … more

5/23/23

Early deadlines for May 30 edition of the Powell Tribune

Due to the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 29, we will have early deadlines for the Tuesday, May 30 edition of the Powell Tribune. Deadlines for news, display advertising, legal advertising … more

5/23/23

The Meeteetse Museums is taking reservations for the Legend Rock Tour

The Meeteetse Museums is taking reservations for the Legend Rock Tour on June 3 led by Nathaniel Barney and John Pingree from the Eastern Shoshone Tribe. This year, staff are keeping tours to 12 … more

5/23/23

Public invited to Buffalo Bill Resource Management Plan public meetings

CODY — Wyoming State Parks, in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation, is hosting several opportunities to engage with the resource management planning process for Buffalo Bill Reservoir … more

5/23/23