Powell Tribune

Simply Hungry” read the sign the man was holding. While visiting in another town my wife and I were heading to get an ice cream treat. Passing by the man looking unkempt, many thoughts … more

By Dave Seratt | 7/25/19

City staying busy in summer months

Wow, is it summer already? Well, maybe … and soon it will be fall. I hope all the folks in Powell are planning and scurrying around to enjoy as much of the season as possible. At the city … more

By John Wetzel | 7/23/19

Hype about gender wage gap undermines equality

Two recent guest columns lamented what is called Wyoming’s Equal Pay Day. June 10 was the symbolic date a woman must work into the following year in order to make as much as a man made the … more

By Kevin Killough | 7/23/19

Going on the moon

Sputnik fascinated us — a rocket blasted a satellite into space! Only it was the Russians who did it. As grade school kids, we worried about atomic war, but this was dreams and science in … more

By Geoff Baumann | 7/18/19

The rains, the floods and the winds

I was returning from Cody on Sunday in the wake of the storm that blew through Powell. As I turned off of Coulter I saw many streets were turned into raging rivers. Kayaks had replaced … more

By Don Thomas | 7/18/19

History on heels — high heels, that is

What about those high heels, anyway? Years of wearing them certainly left me with a number of foot problems that I successfully ignored until a broken ankle a few months back. Now, physical therapy … more

By Pat Stuart | 7/16/19

Four tips to improve your retail space

Let’s face it: Online shopping is here to stay. In addition to seeing an increase in online sales, we are also seeing an increase in offline sales influenced by what customers search for … more

By Sarah Hamlin | 7/11/19

‘I love a parade …’

On this Fourth of July, it was bands, horses, cloggers, warriors, fire trucks, hot cars and the Marine Corps mounted color guard in Cody. Washington, D.C., had flags, fireworks, tanks, bands and the … more

By George Pasek | 7/11/19

Attitude to government openness disheartening

Wyoming citizens are abusing government agencies. That is according to some legislators and other government officials discussing attempts by those who pay the bills — the taxpayers — … more

By Bruce Moats | 7/9/19

Bucket list for 2019 includes all parts of Wyoming

My wife Nancy hates one of my favorite phrases, where I talk about my “bucket list,” which lists things I want to do before I die. She prefers the term “fun list,” and quit … more

By Bill Sniffin | 7/5/19

Equality State must lead by example in providing equal pay

Wyoming’s official nickname is The Equality State. Wyoming has work to do to live up to that moniker. June 10 was Equal Pay Day in Wyoming. It’s the day of the year that represents the … more

By Robin Sessions Cooley | 7/5/19

The least of these

I can’t count the number of times I’ve seen the sign. It always seems to be there at the most inopportune time, looming unavoidably like a skyscraper in front of me: “Will Work For … more

By Steve Nelson | 7/5/19

Am I not where I thought I was?

Just turn left on the Badger Basin Road and go about 4 or 5 miles,” he said. “It’s the Mountain View Club, surrounded by pine trees; you can’t miss it,” he said. I … more

By Doug Blough | 7/2/19

Why don’t Wyoming hunters get preference for leftover tags?

June 28 was the last day to apply for leftover deer, elk and antelope tags in Wyoming. Everyone, even residents, have to apply for leftover tags. There are limited number of leftover tags … more

By Rob Shaul | 7/2/19

Mindbugs in the Equality State

We’re the “Equality State,” a name evoked often this year as we look back on 150 years of women having the vote. Me, I love the name, the concept of equality and the challenges … more

By Pat Stuart | 6/27/19

Don’t overlook the danger in loading ATVs

ATVs and UTVs (utility vehicles) are just a way of life anymore. They are so prevalent one must keep a sharp eye out for them, even in town. Injuries and deaths associated with ATVs have increased … more

By Jeremiah Vardiman | 6/27/19

Forged in faith

As you prepare for the celebration of the Fourth of July, I want to give you something to think about. Getting with family and eating hot dogs, grilling hamburgers, and shooting off fireworks are all … more

By Gerry Parker | 6/27/19

It all began in the fifth grade

Nearly three decades ago, two young girls began to exchange letters, beginning a friendship despite being separated by many miles. Recently the two girls, now in the 40s, met each other in person for … more

By Don Amend | 6/25/19

Papers offer continuity, cooperation, credibility and commitment

One of our printing customers includes the following observation just above the signature line on all his emails: “To say you don’t need newspapers because you’ve got the internet … more

By Peter Wagner | 6/25/19

Participants in Camp Wannabe pose for a photo earlier this month. The camp, held in rural Powell, provides local youth an opportunity to learn the basics of horsemanship.

Camp offers lessons on horses, life

As I approached the covered porch, I saw lines of dusty cowboy boots. Inside was a maze of denim-clad riders, sporting big silver belts and sweat-stained hats. They belonged to 12 young people, … more

By Marilyn J. Drew | 6/20/19