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Barrasso, Lummis join bill to stop Biden’s student debt cancellation

CHEYENNE WNE) — U.S. Sens. John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., have joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., in reintroducing the Debt Cancellation Accountability Act. A news … more

1/31/23

Cheyenne man gets 15-20 years for child sex abuse

CHEYENNE (WNE) — After more than two years of legal proceedings, Peter Summerhawk, 48, of Cheyenne was sentenced Wednesday in Laramie County District Court to 15-20 years in prison. … more

1/31/23

Bill would make treatment courts part of judicial branch

GILLETTE — A bill that is making its way through the state Legislature would transfer treatment courts from the Wyoming Department of Health to the judicial branch. Senate File 23, … more

By Jonathan Gallardo, Gillette News Record Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/31/23

UW launches firearms center

CASPER — As the debate over the relationship Americans have with guns has intensified, a University of Wyoming law professor is setting out to change how firearms are discussed and … more

By Sofia Saric, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/31/23

District's revamped book policy nears first reading

Following months of collaboration, a committee assembled to revamp Park County School District 1’s book policy is near to sending the policy to the board for first reading. On the … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/26/23

The Margaret Memorial Chapel is dedicated to Battershell’s mother who raised him only a quarter of a mile to the south.

Looking back on a legacy

In 52 years on his property alongside the Shoshone River, Jim Battershell has hosted 81 weddings, some alongside the river that cuts through his property, some on his nine hole golf course and a few … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/26/23

Lloyd and Donna Sullivan at the family piano topped with fresh flowers — a weekly present from Lloyd to his wife of more than 61 years. The Sullivan’s were brought together by music and they continued to share their talents in their church for decades.

Take my hand

Lloyd Sullivan was oblivious despite being pursued by Donna Brown. “She was out of my league,” he said. “I had no clue.” Even when Donna covered for Lloyd as he … more

By Mark Davis | 1/26/23

Judge orders separate trials in connection with Cody toddler’s death

Citing unresolved questions about the competency of one defendant, a judge has ordered separate trials for a Cody couple who are accused of killing a toddler in 2021. The first trial could begin as … more

By CJ Baker | 1/26/23

Financial journalist disputes need for Wyoming stablecoin

Calling cryptocurrency “a solution in search of a problem,” Pulitzer Prize-winning financial journalist Jesse Eisinger is not a fan of Wyoming’s efforts to create the first … more

By Mark Davis | 1/26/23

Lawmakers asked to provide funding for new senior center

Plans for a new Powell Senior Center suffered a blow last month, when state leaders declined to award a $4 million grant to the project. But things may be looking up: A bill introduced in the Wyoming … more

By CJ Baker | 1/26/23

From left: Kokoro Baba, Nathan Dupont, Rem DeVries and Ine Kollstad

International adventurers enjoy Powell’s kindness, enthusiasm

Ine Kollstad enjoys the orange panther signs that lead you down Bent Street, “They’re cute,” she said. Rem DeVries likes the enthusiasm for school sports, and their two … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/26/23

As wedding styles change, Geysers on the Terrace adapts

The average wedding is more casual — think jeans over slacks, cowboy boots over dress shoes — than it used to be. And at Geysers on the Terrace, one of the area’s most known … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/26/23

From classmates to friends to engaged

David Vizarraga planned to pop the question at his girlfriend Jamie Smith’s house, before they headed to his birthday dinner. But things didn’t go according to plan, starting when Smith … more

By CJ Baker | 1/26/23

Employee charged with stealing from Powell hotel

Authorities are seeking the arrest of a Super 8 employee who allegedly stole roughly $2,000 in cash from the Powell hotel. A warrant was issued for Juan J. Medina last week on a felony count of … more

By CJ Baker | 1/26/23

After unplanned three-year engagement couple plans to get married

Powell High School graduates Austin Griffin and Belen Quillen are laid back, private people. They were quietly engaged in an Airbnb with plans of a small wedding ceremony. “I specifically … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/26/23

Memories of a springtime wedding

Springtime fills the air with a sense of warmth while promising new beginnings for all, including newlyweds. Last spring, Powell native, Chandra Barnard, and Minnesota native, John Jacobs, … more

By Gabby Paterson | 1/26/23

Alexander makes Dean’s List in Minnesota

Freshman Ashley Alexander has made the Dean’s List at the University of Minnesota Duluth for the fall 2022 semester. Dean’s List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or … more

1/26/23

Phillips makes Dean’s List at Texas Christian University

Bailey Phillips, a junior at Texas Christian University, made the Dean’s Honor List for the fall 2022 semester. Phillips is majoring in English with a creative writing minor. Juniors must have … more

1/26/23

Big Horn Freedom Quest Fundraiser

Big Horn Freedom Quest will be raising awareness and funds on behalf of Operation Underground Railroad, an organization that rescues children from sex trafficking and exploitation, from 6-9 p.m. … more

1/26/23

Woman dies in four-vehicle crash on Highway 59 Monday

GILLETTE (WNE) — A four-vehicle crash Monday morning on Highway 59 ended with one woman dead and injuries to three other drivers. At about 7 a.m., a 32-year-old woman later identified as … more

1/26/23