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An Autoworks customer’s vehicle was vandalized while it was parked across from the shop last year. Prosecutors filed and then dropped a felony charge against the owner of a neighboring property, but a civil case filed by the vehicle owner remains pending.

Judge weighing evidence in vehicle vandalism case

Prosecutors decided that they couldn’t prove who vandalized a Powell woman’s car last year, but she’s since taken up the case herself as a civil matter. A judge is currently … more

By CJ Baker | 8/14/25

Concealed carry policy approved

Park County School District 1’s concealed carry policy was approved Tuesday night, just over a week before the first day of school Aug. 21. The policy is largely the same policy submitted … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/14/25

Brianna Evelo poses on a street in Ireland while visiting the country with other art students from the University of Wyoming.

Art, inspiration and Ireland

A handful of years ago Brianna Evelo was walking the halls of Powell High School, where her artwork was a common sight, whether it be for the art department or on carriers for the robotics team. … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/14/25

After mulling potential ‘hiring freeze,’ commissioners allow road and bridge to maintain full work force

Park County Engineer Brian Edwards is proud of the state of Park County’s expansive network of roads, from asphalt highways to dirt and gravel roads. The commissioners agree. … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/14/25

Chase and scuffle that injured Cody officer results in probation

After convictions for illegal drug use, impaired driving, domestic abuse, a high-speed chase and a scuffle that injured a police officer, Park County prosecutors felt it was time to send Aaron L. … more

By CJ Baker | 8/14/25

Park County Animal Shelter celebrates Clear the Shelter Month

CODY — Park County Animal Shelter (PCAS) has joined thousands of shelters nationwide for Clear the Shelter Month, a lifesaving campaign that invites families to make space, save lives, and … more

8/14/25

Rob Mortimore stands in the Torrington Telegram press room days before the announcement that newspaper owners Robb and Jen Hicks would be buying the Telegram and all other Wyoming newspapers recently shuttered by News Media Corporation, with all employees, including Mortimore, retaining their roles.

Wyoming news execs announce agreement to save 8 newspapers

BUFFALO — Robb and Jen Hicks and Rob Mortimore announced Tuesday they have reached an agreement with News Media Corporation to buy the company’s Wyoming publications and resume … more

By Ivy Secrest, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 8/14/25

Black bear hit, killed by semitruck outside Grand Teton National Park

JACKSON (WNE) — A black bear was struck and killed by a semitruck Monday in Grand Teton National Park. The adult female bear was hit at around 10:30 a.m. south of Moose Junction on U.S. … more

8/14/25

Yellowstone-area wolves observed moving pups to follow elk — upending scientific assumptions

Scientific research has long assumed gray wolves are non-migratory during springtime, staying anchored to tend to litters of nearly helpless pups. For the first weeks of life, after all, pups are … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 8/14/25

Aerial cheatgrass spraying in Park County will be done near Sunshine Reservoir, Y-U Bench on Logan Mountain and the northern portion of Oregon Basin.

BLM, partners work to control cheatgrass across Wind River, Big Horn Basin

WORLAND — With a shared commitment to manage for healthy rangelands and reduce wildfire risk, the Bureau of Land Management continues to partner with Big Horn, Fremont, Hot Springs, Park and … more

8/14/25

Wyoming Veterans in Focus: Interview tour dates announced

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources is launching a statewide tour to capture the oral histories and portraits of Wyoming's military veterans known as the … more

8/14/25

County fair attendance, participation, profit up

More people came, participated in and watched the grandstand events this year than last at the Park County Fair, which looks to have been twice as profitable as last year. “Overall, I … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/12/25

Xiu Jun Lu, better known as Jen at Jen’s China Town, receives an American flag from American Legion Post 26 Commander Steven Olsen after she was naturalized as an American citizen Friday in Moose, Wyoming.

Powell’s newest American citizen

Xiu Jun Lu — famously known to Asian fare-fans as Jen at Jen’s China Town restaurant — is Powell’s newest American citizen. She was honored during a naturalization service in … more

By Mark Davis | 8/12/25

Wings ’n Wheels is coming to the airport this Saturday with gates opening at 7 a.m. Attendees can expect the annual air show, a variety of cars and planes on display, and drag races throughout.

Wings ‘N Wheels this Saturday

Wings ’N Wheels, Powell’s annual car show, air show and drag racing event, will bring revving engines and rotating propellers to the Powell airport Saturday for its 13th year. Drag … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/12/25

To boost housing, city may allow ‘accessory dwelling units’

For years, Powell residents have asked city officials if they can add a mother-in-law suite to their property or convert their garage into an apartment, and the answer has been, “No.” … more

By CJ Baker | 8/12/25

Summary: Estimated impact of residential property tax exemptions within Park County

County commissioners approve mill levy

The Park County commissioners approved mill levy requests as required Aug. 5. With a $851 million valuation, down from over $1 billion the last couple of years, it means less money for … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/12/25

Southside Elementary School staff greet students as they exit the Powell Panther tunnel and start their first day of school last fall. From the front, Sonny Hite, Blake Dugger and Marcos Contreras.

More of the same: Parents and students can expect quality education, opportunities to continue

As students enter the classrooms in Park County School District 1 they can expect high quality opportunities and education. “I think what they’re going to be able to expect is [the … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/12/25

New teachers, familiar faces

At the start of the 2025-2026 school year two women will be expanding their already extensive connection to the schools in which they’ll now be running their own classrooms. Jamie … more

By Braden Schiller | 8/12/25

Westside welcomes new principal

Westside Elementary School students might notice a different face in the front office come Aug. 21 as they run inside at the first bell of the school year. Kelsey Tobin will be stepping into the … more

8/12/25

Marie Hamilton was the managing editor and primary reporter for The Platte County Record-Times until she and 29 other employees lost their jobs with the closure of eight Wyoming newspapers and one Nebraska publication. ‘We’re not done — not by a long shot,’ she posted on social media of efforts to rescue local news in eastern Wyoming.

Newspaper owners, staffers race to rescue community news

Hope arrived in the form of a caravan winding its way down the dirt road to Marie Hamilton’s home out on the eastern Wyoming prairie where her family’s ranching and farming roots run … more

By CJ Baker and Rebecca Huntington, WyoFile | 8/12/25