Powell Tribune

It’s flu season and there’s still time to get a vaccine locally

It’s flu season in Park County, which is why Park County Public Health, Powell Valley Healthcare and Cody Regional Health have all been holding clinics, some even drive-thru, to allow people to … more

By Zac Taylor | 12/2/22

Chief Financial Officer Colette Mild stands in front of One Health’s administrative office on Bent Street in Powell. One Health is currently in the design stages of its soon to be office at the Fitch Building.

One Health enters design stage for Fitch Building

With a recent merger, a new building currently under remodel and new positions available, One Health’s Powell branch has been busy. One Health’s planned move to the Fitch Building is … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/2/22

A Westside Elementary School student learns how muscles work from physical education teacher Luke Robertson. Teachers in the district are participating in a program called Healthy Teacher that strives to help them maintain mental and physical health.

Healthy Teacher helps educators take care of themselves

Staff throughout Park County School District 1 are getting in shape all for a pair of blue jeans. District superintendent Jay Curtis enrolled in a program called Healthy Teacher that encourages … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/2/22

Yellowstone Behavioral Health: Yellowstone Behavioral Health Clinical Director Dr. Janet Rosenberg recommends weekly family activities to combat seasonal affective disorder.

Take care of mental health this winter season

With depression diagnoses increasing in children of all ages, the clinical director of Yellowstone Behavioral Health recommends adults and families know the signs of depression and Seasonal Affective … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/2/22

COVID cases, deaths rise in Wyoming nursing homes

CASPER (WNE) — More of Wyoming’s nursing home residents are getting sick and dying from COVID-19, new figures released Wednesday by the AARP show. COVID cases occurred in state … more

12/2/22

Several confiscated vapes and lighters sit in Powell Middle School Assistant Principal Chanler Buck’s desk. Vapes can be used to smoke Delta 8, a hemp derivative that can produce psychoactive effects.

Legal substances are still dangerous for children in the community

Powell Police Chief Roy Eckerdt and school district superintendent Jay Curtis are concerned about two legal substances that have resulted in hospital visits and several deaths in Park County within … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/1/22

Pickleball players play indoors at the Paul Stock Aquatic and Recreation Center Tuesday morning. The facility has seven available courts indoors and is currently building an outdoor pickleball arena to help meet the demand as the popular sport grows. Pickleball is the nation’s fastest growing sport and is for players of all ages.

In a pickle

Five days a week Randy Burke makes his way to Cody, pulling into the parking lot at the Paul Stock Aquatic and Recreation Center ready to play. Pickleball is his game. He’s been serious … more

By Mark Davis | 12/1/22

Outdoor enthusiasts wanted

Three important outdoors meetings seeking public input are scheduled for early December. Park County Outdoor Recreation Collaborative The group is looking for public comment … more

By Mark Davis | 12/1/22

Annual ChristmasFest returns Friday and Saturday

The spirit of Christmas will take over downtown Powell on Friday and Saturday for the annual ChristmasFest weekend of events the first weekend of December. There will be cocoa, caroling, live … more

12/1/22

This bronze hat is for sitting, not wearing. It resides in the office of Farm Bureau insurance agent David Gilliatt (left) and was won by Park County Farm Bureau for the most new Century Club Farm Bureau memberships for the year 2022. Brian Asher, president of Park County Farm Bureau, holds up his end (right).

Park County Farm Bureau recognized for new members

The Bronze Hat Award came home with Park County Farm Bureau from the 103rd annual meeting of the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation meeting in Casper Nov. 10-12. The bronze hat is emblematic of … more

By Dave Bonner | 12/1/22

Backpacks are filled for 140 elementary school children weekly.

Backpack Blessings fund drive seeks donations to ‘fill pie pans’

How does “Better than Baking” sound in these busiest times of the year? In the spirit of holiday season giving, without the kitchen toil, the Backpack Blessings program conceptualizes … more

By Dave Bonner | 12/1/22

A selection of exhibits at the 4x4 Art Show & Sale, which will be on display beginning Dec. 6 at the Northwest Gallery.

4x4 Art Show and Sale begins Dec. 6 at NWC

The 41st annual 4x4 Art Show & Sale is back at Northwest College just in time for the holidays. The perennially popular sale offers art aficionados the opportunity to peruse the diminutive … more

12/1/22

Northwest College audit reveals only one blemish

There was only one blemish in Northwest College’s yearly audit, and it was common across many similar organizations. NWC received one significant deficiency and no internal control … more

By Zac Taylor | 12/1/22

School board self evaluation: Four categories marked as needing improvement

The Park County School District 1 board members determined they can improve on community and school communication, staying up to date on educational issues, acquainting themselves with school … more

By Braden Schiller | 12/1/22

Bighorn National Forest winter pile burning planned

Sheridan — Bighorn National Forest fire managers are planning pile burning projects this winter. Location and timing of the burning depends on favorable snow conditions. These piles are … more

12/1/22

Gillette man charged with first-degree arson

GILLETTE (WNE) — A man accused of setting his trailer on fire and covering himself in bleach has been charged in circuit court with first-degree arson. Andrew L. Boyer, 34, was charged Sept. … more

12/1/22

Woman charged with first-degree murder of 5-year-old child

KEMMERER (WNE) — Cheri Marler, 51, has been arrested after officers responded to her residence on Friday, Nov. 25, on a call regarding an unconscious 5-year-old girl. Sergeant Jake … more

12/1/22

Sen. Lummis votes to protect same-sex marriage

CHEYENNE — U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., voted in support of federal protections for same-sex marriage Tuesday, one of 12 Republicans to vote in favor of the Respect for Marriage Act as it … more

By Jasmine Hall, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 12/1/22

Two steps to save a life

(Family Features) More than 350,000 sudden cardiac arrests occur annually outside hospital settings. However, a hands-on emergency intervention like cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), especially if … more

12/1/22

What women need to know about stroke risks

(Family Features) It may not be widely known that women face unique risk factors for stroke throughout their lifetime. Things like pregnancy, preeclampsia and chronic stress can increase the risk for … more

12/1/22