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Cody Lions Club members Al Guilmain, Paul Rodriguez, Mike Wenke and Rick Cook stand in the rain beside the club’s new eyeglass collection box outside the Powell Post Office.

Cody Lions install eyeglass donation box in Powell

The Cody Lions Club had wanted to install an eyeglass dropoff box in Powell for years, but there was a hitch: They needed to wait for a damaged mailbox. Last Thursday the goal came to fruition … more

By Zac Taylor | 10/22/24

City approves ‘subdivision’ on Hamilton Street

The Powell City Council technically approved a new subdivision last week, but it’s not a new development. The so-called Ouellette Subdivision is really just a lot split, City Administrator … more

10/22/24

Bite Nite will be ‘paw-some’

Highlighted by culinary delights, entertainment and local spirits, the second annual Park County Animal Shelter Bite Nite is planned for the evening of Nov. 9 at the Olive Glenn Golf Course in Cody. … more

10/22/24

‘Rhapsody in Blue’ was an entry in last year’s jack-o-lantern contest at Hootin’ Howlin’ Halloween.

Center of the West to host Hootin’ Howlin’ Halloween

The Buffalo Bill Center of the West throws its annual family-friendly Halloween celebration, Hootin’ Howlin’ Halloween, on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 2-5 p.m. Luke Deurmier, interpretive … more

10/22/24

Cam Sholly spoke at a recent event in Jackson about the state of Yellowstone National Park alongside the superintendent of Grand Teton National Park.

National Park bosses talk responsible tourism

Locals often complain about long lines of cars in the national parks, but the visitors taking their “bucket-list trip” from New York or Texas don’t actually care all that much. … more

Charley Sutherland, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 10/22/24

Forest Service announces hiring of 200 firefighters

LAKEWOOD, Colo. — The Rocky Mountain Region of the USDA Forest Service is hiring 200 temporary, seasonal wildland firefighters for the 2025 fire year across national forests and grasslands in … more

10/22/24

A sage grouse and a free-roaming horse are seen in the Adobe Town wild horse herd management area of south-central Wyoming.

Overpopulated wild horses are hurting sage grouse survival rates, Wyoming study finds

Newly published research out of the University of Wyoming suggests that sage grouse are suffering from free-roaming horses that have overrun the imperiled sagebrush-steppe habitat the birds depend … more

By Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile.com | 10/22/24

Sen. Case, press association react to proposed media restrictions

RIVERTON — Last year, Karen Wetzel was removed from a Fremont County commissioners’ meeting, and footage of the incident was briefly taken offline. People who were in the room knew what … more

By Marit Gookin, The Ranger Via Wyoming News Exchange | 10/22/24

Powell family takes on cabin build in Crandall

For the Lundbergs to build their dream, the mountain had to make way. “When we were putting in the septic system, there was a rock that Randy Watts, (who assisted on the build) hit that … more

By Braden Schiller | 10/18/24

Clark’s Jill Crimm works on painting the trim on her family’s home. After accomplishing a major renovation in the home, Crimm fell in love with construction and has since worked on several building sites, often as the only woman working on the project.

The handy(wo)man: Excitement from a successful project leads to passion for building

When the Crimm family purchased their home in Clark, there were children to care for and life didn’t offer many opportunities to attack improvements. But as life with kids stabilized, Josh and … more

By Mark Davis | 10/18/24

A Cody kitchen designed by JL Kitchens by Home Yellowstone out of Billings features bright whites complemented by blues and natural wood tones. Jason Loyning, owner of JL Kitchens and a Powell native, says personality can be expressed through the kitchen.

Expressing personality through design

Personality can be expressed through your kitchen — at least that’s how Powell native Jason Loyning, owner of JL Kitchens by Home Yellowstone in Billings, sees it. His own personal … more

By Braden Schiller | 10/18/24

Years ago, the City of Powell allowed the Powell school district to save some money and build only half of Day Street alongside Southside Elementary School (above). The city recently opened up that same opportunity to private developers in similar situations.

City hopes to boost development by allowing ‘half streets’

Powell leaders are hoping to incentivize the construction of new subdivisions and streets with a new measure — or, more accurately, a half-measure. The city has long required developers to … more

By CJ Baker | 10/18/24

Creating a pet-friendly palace

(Family Features) As much as you love your pets and work hard to make them part of the family, they're also a big responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes setting up your home so it's … more

10/18/24

How to prep perennials now for beautiful spring blooms

(StatePoint) It’s a common misconception that once fall rolls around, perennials simply go dormant and don’t require maintenance until spring. But, fall is actually the perfect time to … more

10/18/24

How to prep your home for cooler weather

(Family Features) As the leaves begin to change and temperatures start to drop, it's time to start thinking about preparing your home for the cooler months. With a few simple steps, you can ensure … more

10/18/24

Lower interest rates could make financing home loans more affordable across Wyoming

Lower interest rates could help buyers across the state qualify for home loans, but affordable mortgages are only a single factor in easing a housing crisis in Wyoming caused primarily by low supply. … more

By Carrie Haderlie, The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange | 10/18/24

Outdoor repairs using heavy-duty duct tape

(StatePoint) With fall here, it’s time to prepare yards and outdoor gear for the cooler months. While many think of duct tape as a quick fix for indoor projects, it might come as a surprise … more

10/18/24

Patio resurfacing can be done with minimal experience and brings a restored look to your home while also enhancing functionality.

Porch and patio pick-me-up ideas

(StatePoint) If your concrete porch and patio surfaces are plain, ugly or in disrepair, you may assume the only solution is to hire a contractor for a complete overhaul. The truth is that you can … more

10/18/24

A Wyoming home with a solar panel. This panel is not connected to the grid.

Wyoming Supreme Court sides with small-scale solar users

The Wyoming Supreme Court affirmed a decades-old state law on Aug. 30 that incentivizes homes and small businesses to produce solar electricity — a critical win for those who have already … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com | 10/18/24

Wapiti resident Richard Jones speaks during the public comment section of Monday’s Northwest College board meeting. Jones was one of five people to speak in favor of a name change, while three, including a representative on behalf of the Northwest College Foundation board, spoke against.

In survey, most oppose NWC name change

Over the past several weeks, roughly 1,500 people have weighed in on whether a name change is right for Northwest College. A sizable majority of the responses submitted through Monday night — … more

By Zac Taylor | 10/17/24