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Shooting complex board identifies CEO finalists

The Park County Shooting Complex Joint Powers Board is closing in on bringing in a CEO for the complex. The hiring committee has narrowed in on four applicants among the 40-50 received, … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/18/25

Snow in the Absaroka Range isn’t that uncommon in northwest Wyoming, but recent years have resulted in drought throughout most of the state. AccuWeather is forecasting more snow than average for about half of the state, including in Park County.

The ‘good’ snow: Forecasters call for snow in mountains early and often

In a diagonal line cutting across Wyoming from the northeast corner to the southwest — like your mom cut your grilled cheese sandwiches — forecasters are calling for “good” … more

By Mark Davis | 11/18/25

UW professor secures $1.3 million NSF grant to bring super-resolution microscope to campus

The University of Wyoming will soon house one of the most advanced microscopes in the Mountain West, thanks to a nearly $1.3 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded to … more

11/18/25

Delta-8 products had become top sellers in smoke shops across Wyoming before their ban.

Wyoming hemp vendors reel from Delta-8 court loss, new federal ban

Smoke shops and other businesses that sell hemp products in Wyoming confronted a tough future this week after Republicans in the U.S. Senate inserted a ban on most THC-products derived from hemp into … more

By Andrew Graham, WyoFile.com | 11/18/25

Wyoming lawmaker and rancher dies

CHEYENNE (WNE) — State Rep. John Eklund, R-Cheyenne, died Friday morning following a battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Local lawmakers described Eklund as a true Wyomingite who was … more

11/18/25

SNAP benefits issued to Wyoming recipients starting last Thursday

CHEYENNE — Wyoming SNAP recipients have begun to receive their full November benefits. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for Wyoming recipients would have gone out … more

11/18/25

The show will go on

People do love their theater. And they do feel some ownership. That was reflected when Powell’s historic Vali Twin Cinema — closed for the months of September and October … more

By Dave Bonner | 11/13/25

His last note: Former educator ends his decades playing bugle with the Honor Guard

With the flags lowered to half staff and the audience silenced by the honor guard’s three-volley salute with M1 Garands to commemorate Veterans Day, Tom Bibbey broke the silence with the first … more

By Mark Davis | 11/13/25

Powell City Councilman Troy Bray wants to see the elimination of all residential property taxes and believes the 25% exemption has helped local residents stay in their homes.

Wyoming’s property tax relief cuts deep for some, but not all

Park County’s real estate market caught fire amid the Covid pandemic, as people from around the country flocked to this rural refuge. Buyers snapped up properties and sent the median sale price … more

By CJ Baker, Joseph Beaudet, Jasmine Hall, Katie Klingsporn, Susan Monaghan, Charley Sutherland, Noah Zahn | 11/13/25

Powell Valley Healthcare announces new CEO

Powell Valley Healthcare is set to have a new permanent CEO in mid December. Last week the Powell Valley Healthcare Board of Directors offered Todd Sandberg, the CEO for ClearSky Health … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/13/25

Former Powell resident wanted in Big Horn County

Authorities are asking the public to help them find a former Powell resident who is “evading a felony warrant” in Big Horn County. Anthony P.L. Pease, 39, was last seen on Nov. 1 in … more

By CJ Baker | 11/13/25

Bite Nite animal shelter fundraiser slated for Saturday

CODY — Park County Animal Shelter (PCAS) invites the community to Bite Nite 2025, a lively tasting event held on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 6-10 p.m. at the Cody Auditorium. This ages 21 and … more

11/13/25

Man gets probation for ramming Powell teens’ truck

An Otto man who reportedly rammed his truck into a car carrying three Powell teens has been sentenced to probation in Big Horn County. Court records say Cliff P. Winters, 45, crashed into the … more

By CJ Baker | 11/13/25

A bison protects its calf at Hot Springs State Park.

Wyoming State Parks currently accepting bids on 18 bison

THERMOPOLIS — Wyoming State Parks is accepting bids for the acquisition of 18 bison from the state herd at Hot Springs State Park. Sealed bids will be received at the park headquarters in … more

11/13/25

Santa Claus, a good friend of Todd Bentley, visited with Ryder Whisler, 7, and Danali Tillery, 7, at the Clark Pioneer Recreation Center during the 2023 Clark Christmas Jingle.

Clark Jingle returns Dec. 2

With a Yuletide flavor in the air, it’s time for “Mingle at the Jingle.” That is the annual Clark Christmas Jingle theme for youngsters and adults ringing in for Tuesday, Dec. … more

By Bob Rodriguez, Special to the Powell Tribune | 11/13/25

Raising Riggs: Military and first responders receive service dogs during banquet

Meeting Riggs for the first time during the K9 Elite annual banquet Saturday evening, Dan Fong was looking forward to having his yellow Lab puppy fully trained and doing its job; a service dog to … more

By Mark Davis | 11/11/25

Beet piles at receiving stations in the Powell area stretch virtually the length of piling grounds, visible evidence of a record harvested crop of over 32 tons per acre.

32-ton beets! Can you say record?

Sprawling sugar beet piles across Park and Big Horn counties tell the story of a record 2025 harvest coming to an end in November. When final, harvested numbers look certain to better the … more

By Dave Bonner | 11/11/25

A wolf makes its way through the snow recently in Yellowstone National Park. A recent decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service not to publish a wolf recovery plan has forced some into lawsuits while others cheered the possibility of delisting the species nationwide.

Feds: No recovery plan needed, wolves aren't endangered

The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service reported last week it will not prepare plans for recovering the gray wolf because the species no longer requires Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections. The … more

By Mark Davis | 11/11/25

School board to vote on adding more public comment periods

Powell school board meetings could offer more chances for public comment in the future. At a meeting last week, the Park County School District 1 Board of Trustees was presented with new … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/11/25

Northwest College is gearing up for International Week next week, where many of the international students at the college will put their cultures on display. The college has been showcasing these students outside of the week as well, such as with its international lunches served every Wednsday.

Multiple events scheduled for International Education Week at Northwest College

Northwest College will celebrate International Education Week from Nov. 17-21, with a series of events highlighting the college’s connection to the world at large. Most of the events are … more

11/11/25