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Thora, the first foal sired by Thor, the iconic stallion of the McCullough Peaks Herd Management Area, was a favorite of fans of the approximately 175-horse herd at the Bureau of Land Management property between Powell and Cody. Thora was captured and moved to a holding facility in Rock Springs as part of an effort to bring the population back in line with the BLM’s management levels. Her capture and removal sparked public outcry.

Pleas for peace: Emotions over McCullough Peaks wild horse gather boil over

Officials with the Bureau of Land Management, Friends of a Legacy leaders and advocates of the wild horses at the McCullough Peaks Herd Management Area are calling for calm after highly charged … more

By Mark Davis | 3/5/24

Park County Republican Party Chairman Martin Kimmet (at right) intervenes in an argument between State Committeeman Vince Vanata (at left) and Precinct Committeeman Colin Simpson (second from left) during Saturday’s convention. Vanata and Simpson clashed over a bylaw that allows the party to remove committee members who miss three meetings without providing notice.

GOP convention gets heated over ousted members

Leaders of the Park County Republican Party are sticking with controversial rules that say party officials can be removed from their posts if they miss too many meetings without providing notice. During the party’s … more

By CJ Baker | 3/5/24

PVHC affected by cyberattack on national health care company

A cyberattack against a company that handles billing services for hospitals across the county has Powell Valley Healthcare staff working to adjust. “We did everything we could to protect … more

By Zac Taylor | 3/5/24

Community members gathered for a vigil in honor of Sheridan Police Sgt. Nevada Krinkee on Friday at Cody City Park. Cody Mayor Matt Hall, Cody Police Lt. Beau Egger and Cody Police Chaplain Warren Murphy spoke at the event.

Cody honors fallen Sheridan officer

Across the state first responders and members of the community honored fallen Sheridan Police Sgt. Nevada Krinkee on Friday. Krinkee was killed in the line of duty in Sheridan on Feb. 13 … more

By Braden Schiller | 3/5/24

Bill proposing longer summers for students dies in Education Committee

A group of Wyoming legislators want to give Wyoming’s staff and students a longer summer, however other legislators and Park County School District 1 voiced concerns that the bill could … more

By Braden Schiller | 3/5/24

Sen. Alan Simpson gives Boy Scout salute during 2023 Heart Mountain Pilgrimage.

Heart Mountain Pilgrimage registration is now open

Early registration for the 2024 Heart Mountain Pilgrimage and the grand opening of the Mineta-Simpson Institute at Heart Mountain is now open on the Foundation’s website at … more

3/5/24

Stan Lee meets Spider-Man, one of the beloved characters he co-created for Marvel Comics.

‘Stan Lee, Beyond the Book’

The American Heritage Center (AHC) at the University of Wyoming is preparing its highly anticipated “Stan Lee, Beyond the Book” exhibition, honoring the legendary author, editor and … more

3/5/24

Slope flattening project set to begin near Thermopolis

A $1.09 million project to flatten slopes north of Thermopolis on U.S. Highway 20/Wyo. Highway 789 was expected to begin March 4. Prime contractor is Barnum, Inc., of Buffalo. … more

3/5/24

Wyoming Arts Council now accepting Community Support Grant Applications

The Wyoming Arts Council is now accepting Community Support Grant applications. The deadline to apply is March 29 at 11:59 p.m. The Community Support Grant is a competitive grant program for … more

3/5/24

Snowpack in Bighorns below average for winter season

LOVELL (WNE) —- The snowpack is below average in the Bighorn Mountains, according to Jeff Coyle, Water Supply Specialist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Wyoming Snow Survey. … more

3/5/24

The Wyoming Capitol has been the scene of many debates over a variety of property tax relief bills, a few of which are still alive in the second half of the session.

Options still in play for property tax relief

CHEYENNE — As lawmakers fine-tune the property tax legislation left on the table, the conversation over who receives relief and how it is calculated continues. One proposal would offer … more

By Carrie Haderlie, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 3/5/24

Bill aims to repeal gun free zones

Permitted adults may soon be able to carry concealed firearms on public K-12 and college property and at school sanctioned sporting events if House Bill 125 passes. The bill also allows … more

By Braden Schiller | 2/29/24

The North Fork faced low snow totals this year, causing Sleeping Giant Ski Lodge to cancel its season. The lack of snow did allow for early spring hikes last year, with only patchy snow covering the Shoshone River valley in early April.

Yellowstone snowpack declining

Scientists with the federal government are increasingly documenting significant changes in the amount of snow that falls in Yellowstone National Park as well as the intensity and timing of spring … more

By Mark Davis | 2/29/24

Commissioners address properties after neighbor complaints

In the last few months the Park County commissioners have tried to address concerns from neighbors at a couple of properties in the county that have excess vehicles parked onsite and materials some, … more

By Zac Taylor | 2/29/24

Woman caught with large amount of marijuana receives probation

When Tina M. Love traveled to Powell last summer to visit her family, the disabled Oregon resident brought along a couple pounds of marijuana and THC-infused edibles she’d bought at … more

By CJ Baker | 2/29/24

Park County Republican Party State Committeewoman Karen Jones visits with fellow GOP members during the party’s Feb. 3 caucuses at Homesteader Hall at the Park County Fairgrounds. Party members will gather again at the fairgrounds on Saturday, for their biennial convention.

Republicans to debate at Saturday convention

Leaders of the Park County Republican Party will gather Saturday to set the party’s official stances on the issues and weigh in on their presidential nominee. The local party’s … more

By CJ Baker | 2/29/24

Amelia Kousoulos imagines herself on a beach in Hawaii during Make-A-Wish week Feb. 12-16. One of the week’s dress up days was beach and Hawaiian day.

Funding dreams: Powell High School continues to raise money for Make-A-Wish

Roughly $7,000 is enough to make one child’s wish come true. “The goal this year was to raise at least two wishes, so the state told us that about $7,000 will grant one wish,” … more

By Braden Schiller | 2/29/24

Vigil Friday night in Cody in honor of slain Sheridan officer

A community vigil is being held 6 p.m. Friday in Cody for prayer, remembrance and support for the family of Sheridan Sgt. Nevada Krinkee, who was shot and killed in the line of duty Feb. 13. He … more

2/29/24

Suspect in murder-for-hire case remains jailed

A judge has again rejected a Cody woman’s request to be released from jail as she awaits trial on an alleged murder-for-hire plot. Wendy D. Coe has been held in the Park County Detention … more

By CJ Baker | 2/29/24

Cody Regional Health’s Sterile Processing Department reopens Monday, complete with state-of-the-art sterile flooring and other added features.

Cody Regional Health to open revamped Sterile Processing Department on Monday

CODY — Cody Regional Health is set to reopen its Sterile Processing Department (SPD) on March 4, 2024, marking the culmination of an extensive 10-month remodel. This renovation is a significant … more

2/29/24