Powell Tribune

‘Sue and Settle:’ the rigged game that Wyoming can only lose

Wyoming is the energy capital of America. Americans count on Wyoming energy for gasoline and diesel fuel for our cars and trucks. Natural gas powers and heats our homes in the winter. We … more

By Sen. John Barrasso | 6/23/22

Wyoming’s future depends on thriving rural communities

Real problems are not usually solved overnight, while details are often the necessary casualties of writing about big issues. I worry that I may speak too broadly without articulating a clear vision … more

By Khale Lenhart | 6/16/22

Reflections on the force of Trump at Ground Zero Wyoming

Could it be that Donald Trump may have sold his soul to the devil? It appears he traded his soul for eternal youth. Why? Because a man of his age and physical build should not have his … more

By Bill Sniffin | 6/9/22

June happenings at the library

Summer reading is here at all Park County libraries. This year’s theme is Ocean of Possibilities and the Powell Library has the June calendar filled with ocean-themed activities to encourage … more

By Karen Horner | 6/7/22

Best of luck in failures that lead to success

Hello class of 2022, family, and friends. I know a lot of you were wondering if I was actually going to get this speech done in time, specifically you Mr. Wormald. Without that one day extension I … more

By Kabrie Cannon | 5/31/22

How to start an exercise routine (and stick with it)

Everyone knows that exercising regularly has many benefits, not just for your physical health, but your mental health too. From heart-health to stress-management, exercising can bring positive … more

By Haley Sorenson | 5/27/22

Whatever happened to the ‘three-legged stool’ of retirement?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, just 51% of private sector employers offer defined contribution or defined benefit pension plans, and only 8% offer traditional defined benefit plans, … more

By Patricia Moulton | 5/27/22

Determine what’s important and pursue that

Good afternoon Class of 2022! I would like to thank all the family and friends here to support us and celebrate with us as we close out the last four years of our lives. I would also like to … more

By Jace Bohlman | 5/26/22

Teachers are molders of dreams

Guy Doud became a hero of sorts to many teachers across the nation when he was honored by President Reagan in 1987 as “Teacher of the Year.” Doud says his meeting with the president in … more

By Brian Schroeder | 5/19/22

May happenings at the Powell Library

Park County libraries are busy this month. The Powell Library has a May calendar overflowing with fun activities for all ages. We will be out in the community at the Heart Mountain … more

By Karen Horner | 5/12/22

Federal policies lack common sense

The federal government’s environmental policies are disconnected from common sense and serve only to increase tension and decrease trust in the federal government. Two recent announcements from … more

By Khale lenhart | 5/10/22

Agriculture: Growing a climate for tomorrow

O beautiful for spacious skies; For amber waves of grain; For purple mountain majesties; Above the fruited plain!” The 1895 lyrics for “America the Beautiful” start out by … more

By Ken Hamilton | 5/3/22

We are the world’s energy superpower: Why aren’t we acting like it?

We’ve had a choice on American energy for decades. That choice is between encouraging energy production and infrastructure, or throwing up roadblocks. At every turn, Democrats chose to throw up … more

By Sen. John Barrasso | 5/3/22

Sowing seeds for the future — in education and the world around us

In education, teachers often talk about planting a seed — skill sets or learning tools that help students become active and successful members of our society. If we give our students the … more

By Christy Muecke | 4/21/22

What we can learn from the Passover meal

Our family started the Seder meal study a week ago because it celebrates the “peshah,” an Aramaic word meaning left behind. Peshah may be better known by many as the Passover. The … more

By Autourina Mains | 4/21/22

Park County can lead the way to restoring voter confidence

The commissioners of Park County are considering a proposal to boost voter confidence while satisfying every legal requirement. The plan was presented at an April 5 meeting of the commission, which … more

By Jonathan Lange | 4/12/22

April happenings at the library

April finds another busy month at all of the Park County Libraries. This week we’re celebrating National Library Week. Throughout the month, be on the lookout for the library table … more

By Karen Horner | 4/7/22

Prevent Child Abuse Wyoming is using a community garden metaphor throughout Child Abuse Prevention Month to drive home the message that ‘every day, we help families and children thrive.’

Wyoming recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month

April was first declared Child Abuse Prevention Month by presidential proclamation in 1983. Since then, April has been a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working … more

By Sara Serelson | 4/7/22

Wyoming’s citizen legislature completes its work

Your citizen legislature convened in mid-February with a mountain of priorities to deliver in a finite amount of time. This was no ordinary Budget Session. Redistricting, the biennial budget, … more

By Dan Dockstader and Eric Barlow | 3/31/22

Federal regulations should be tailored to serve the people of Wyoming

Community banks and credit unions are part of the backbone of Wyoming’s communities. They are the places where people keep their savings, where small businesses get loans and where young … more

By Cynthia Lummis | 3/29/22