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City plans to stick with two-dog limit

Powell is poised to remain a two-dog town. While the Powell City Council intends to relax some of the city’s limits on pets, a majority of council members say they and their constituents want … more

By CJ Baker | 5/7/26

Councilman Troy Bray (at right) speaks at Monday night's Powell City Council meeting regarding a resolution supporting an independent judiciary and condemning political violence, while Councilman Geoff Hovivian (at left) listens.

Council condemns member’s Facebook comment about ‘hanging bad judges’

A Powell city councilman’s comment about “hanging bad judges” drew a rebuke from his colleagues on Monday night. At their regular meeting, Councilman Troy Bray’s fellow council members … more

By CJ Baker | 5/7/26

Alice (Elaina Kousoulos) is surrounded by various characters including the Mad Hatter (Austin Sears) and Jabberwock (Curtis Muecke) at the end of the first half of the musical ‘Alice by Heart’ being performed at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Powell High School Auditorium.

Down the rabbit hole: PHS Drama ends year with Alice in Wonderland musical adaptation

Sheyna George’s job is crucial to the success of the Powell High School Drama Club’s upcoming production, and she knows it, staying busy during a recent rehearsal performance. First … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/7/26

S&L Industrial traffic specialist Amanda Lynn guides vehicles through a construction zone on Coulter Avenue in downtown Powell last week. She reported that most people in Powell slow down for the zone and wave. However, some simply wave their middle finger and refuse to give construction workers a break, she said.

Construction work moves west

Curb, gutter and sidewalk work continues to move west along U.S. Highway 14A as crews remove and replace broken curb and gutter, double gutter, sidewalk and make ADA upgrades from Division Street to … more

5/7/26

Man returns to Mexico after DUI arrest in Cody

A 26-year-old man who’d been illegally living in Cody was returned to his home country of Mexico after being arrested for alleged drunk driving. Cody police stopped Jorge O. Moreno-Ramirez’s … more

By CJ Baker | 5/7/26

New preliminary zoning maps, use tables available June 1

There has been a lot of interest in the last few years regarding Park County’s new land use plan and the ensuing changes to the regulations. Above all, many want to know exactly what … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/7/26

Wyoming Governor candidate Brent Bien speaks during the Wyoming Republican State Convention on Saturday, April 25 in Douglas.

Statewide candidates split on Wyoming GOP’s plans to defy state law and make endorsements

After the Wyoming GOP voted to defy a state law prohibiting the party from backing one Republican over another before the primary election, statewide candidates are split on whether they would accept … more

By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com | 5/7/26

Basin’s dry conditions stand to impact wildlife

After a winter of record-low precipitation and unseasonably high temperatures, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department says it’s closely monitoring how the conditions will impact wildlife and … more

5/7/26

There's a chance those who are active in the wilderness this spring will come upon a lonely baby animal such as a deer fawn, but Game and Fish is urging people not to approach as more than likely the mother is nearby and coming back to check on her baby.

Game & Fish: Leave newborn wildlife alone

CHEYENNE — If you’re outside this spring, there is a good chance you’ll see newborn wildlife. These young fawns, hatchlings and other babies are charismatic and incredible to watch and … more

5/7/26

Powell man claims self defense in altercation with father

A rural Powell man who is alleged to have beaten his father in a December altercation is asserting that he only acted in self defense. Park County prosecutors have charged Brian C. Lewis, 40, … more

By CJ Baker | 5/5/26

A grizzly bear sow forages for worms, grubs and fresh, tender grass near Lake Butte Overlook on the opening day of the East Entrance Friday at Yellowstone National Park. Reports of several bear sightings were also made in the North Fork with one visitor reporting five sightings on the way into the park.

Gates swing open at Yellowstone National Park

As nature lovers poured through downtown Cody Friday, May 1 on their way to the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park, hundreds got their feed bag on free of charge, courtesy of the Cody Country … more

By Mark Davis | 5/5/26

Cody attorney launches second bid for state House

David Hill is making another run for the Wyoming Legislature. The Cody attorney announced late last month that he will again seek to represent House District 50 — an area that includes … more

By CJ Baker | 5/5/26

Visitor spending to Wyoming surpasses $5 billion statewide, hits $519 million in Park County

As Yellowstone National Park opens for its summer season, the Wyoming Office of Tourism’s latest report is a reminder as to how important tourism is to the Park County and state economies. … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/5/26

Grizzly bear relocations are often necessary due to the growing population in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, such as this boar about 6 miles east of Pahaska along the North Fork Highway.

First grizzly capture of year in Park County

A grizzly bear captured for cattle depredation on private land in Park County has been relocated to about 20 miles north of Dubois; the first relocation of the year for the Wyoming Game and Fish … more

By Mark Davis | 5/5/26

Pictured are bottom row, from left: Parker Spomer, Ace Phillips, Reuben Jones, Quinn Carolson, Aylin Paris, Lucy Edgell, Briar Robertson, Jonathyn Jackson and Eli Weiser. Second row: Hannah Hultgren, Blythe Morgan, Joy Reekers, Hayden Tietema and Gwenivere Sherman. Third row: Kumora Snell, Ashlynn Swink and Ashlynn McConnell. Fourth row: Sophie Erkkila, Natalie Munguia-Garcia, Audrey Hultgren and Cyanne Phipps. Fifth row: Allison Toman. Sixth row: John Black, Ryleigh White and Allison Tolman. Top row: Layla Gehrts and Karen Shreve.

Powell's top young authors celebrated

Powell's top young authors were celebrated last month at Powell Middle School. Many authors from Powell schools submitted their entries in January, and there was a celebration on Monday, April … more

5/5/26

From left: Milo Asay, Raylee Honeycutt and Lauren Bates

Northwest College commencement set for Saturday

Commencement exercises at Northwest College are scheduled for Saturday, May 9, beginning at 10:30 a.m. in Cabre Gym. The ceremony will be live streamed on the NWC YouTube channel, or viewers can … more

5/5/26

The Homesteader Museum welcomed 48 ladies to its first Afternoon Tea last month, which included small sandwiches, scones and sweets in addition to tea.

Homesteader Museum holds first Afternoon Tea

The Homesteader Museum hosted its first Afternoon Tea on Saturday, April 18, with 48 ladies in attendance, including several multigenerational families. A delicious menu of small sandwiches, scones … more

5/5/26

Wyoming towns want energy developers to pay up front for public service impacts

Anticipating about 1,000 construction workers for the Dinosaur Solar Energy Project, Natrona County and the city of Mills began investing hundreds of thousands of dollars to meet the influx; a new … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com | 5/5/26

Judge dismisses defamation case against Wyoming Freedom Caucus PAC

A district court judge dismissed a defamation case Thursday against a political action committee linked to the Wyoming Freedom Caucus, ruling that there was insufficient evidence to indicate the PAC … more

By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com | 5/5/26

Casper party guest accused of eating pet goldfish

CASPER (WNE) — A Casper house party went off the rails when a guest allegedly ate a pet goldfish, leading to an animal cruelty charge. The teen, who is either 16 or 17 years old based on court … more

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