Powell Tribune

Battle over proposed Wapiti cell tower set for 2024 trial

A dispute over a proposed cell tower in Wapiti may not be resolved until next spring, according to recent court filings. Horizon Tower LLC wants to build a 195-foot tower to fill a gap in cell … more

By CJ Baker | 5/30/23

Full-scale mass casualty training is coming to college

After a pair of tabletop exercises earlier in the spring, Northwest College is preparing to host a mass casualty training exercise June 14 at the college involving the Park County Sheriff’s … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/30/23

‘Celestial Garden’ by artist Stephanie Rose.

Powell painter’s works to be on display at Jackson gallery

Stephanie Rose chooses the subtlety of a desert landscape like those east of Powell, to the grandeur of Yellowstone National Park to the west. She’s inspired to paint outdoors — her … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/30/23

This year’s Powell Middle School Knowledge Bowl team stands victorious after sweeping the competition and earning the maximum number of points. Back row from left, Huston Dearcorn, Cash Peterson and Gabe Leighton; middle row, David Stensing, Calvin Opps and Maysyn Schuler; front row, Cyrus Snell and Jim Black.

Powell Middle School students continue to win with knowledge

Continuing to excel at the Big Horn Basin Knowledge Bowl, Powell Middle School retained the first place title when the Panthers won by three points May 10 on their home turf. The 36th Annual Big … more

By Braden Schiller | 5/30/23

PHS 108th all-class reunion taking shape for late June

Gerry Wilkins of Billings, board member of the Powell High School Alumni Association, kindles memories of school days past as he sketches plans for the 108th consecutive all-class PHS reunion coming … more

By Dave Bonner | 5/30/23

Woman placed on probation for stealing from employer

A woman paid full restitution and is currently serving probation after stealing nearly $2,000 from her employer last year. Angel L. Burt pleaded guilty to a felony count of theft in March. … more

5/30/23

Dano’lope’ Dash slated for June 3 in Powell

The 12th annual Dano’lope’ Dash is Saturday, June 3 at the Park County Fairgrounds in Powell. The popular fundraising event features a 1 mile, 5K, or 10K run/walk, and an obstacle course. … more

5/30/23

Portable planetarium to visit Park County libraries

Experience the night sky, see the Milky Way, and touch a meteorite. John Miller from Pearl Observatory will be visiting the Park County Libraries to help kickoff Summer Reading programs. His Starlab … more

5/30/23

A foal among the McCullough Peaks herd of wild horses takes a drink at a watering hole.

FOAL photo exhibit opens Wednesday in Cody Library

“Wild and Free – The Mustangs of the McCullough Peaks,” a photography exhibit organized by Friends of a Legacy, will open Wednesday, May 31, at the Park County Library in Cody. … more

5/30/23

Laurene Torczon, surgical services director, shows off many of the supplies the department has in storage at Cody Regional Health.

Cody Regional Health starts Centralized Sterilizing and Reprocessing department remodel

CODY — Cody Regional Health announced the remodel of its Centralized Sterilizing and Reprocessing department has begun as of Tuesday. This remodel is aimed at optimizing surgical services … more

5/30/23

Lucy Edgell shows off her catch during a past Kids’ Fishing Day at Homesteader Park. The popular event returns to Powell’s fishing pond on Saturday, June 3.

Powell Rec offering slew of summer activities for all ages

From sports lessons to kids’ camps, the Powell Recreation District’s broad lineup of programs offers little excuse to spend the summer on the couch. Over the coming months, … more

By CJ Baker | 5/26/23

Northwest College students, from left, Thea Farrington, Delaney Farmer and Tatiana Farrington (a high school senior taking classes at NWC) won a $1,000 grant for the nonprofit mental health care business as the top community college team during the John P. Ellbogen Entrepreneurship Competition.

Park County-based nonprofit Heart to Heart wins award

Northwest College student Thea Farrington started the organization that would become Heart to Heart in honor of a friend. Farrington’s friend Kema Jamal died in 2020 in a car accident … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/26/23

Chad Eagleton has raised or rescued 29 Budgerigar Parakeets which he has begun adopting out to fund private educational grants for people wishing to pursue a mental health care career.

Using birds so mental health care education can take flight

Chad Eagleton said he has always enjoyed caring for animals. On this particular day dogs play outside, fish swim in tanks spread across the house and Eagleton sits in his den where 29 Budgerigar … more

By Braden Schiller | 5/26/23

A stone statue surrounded by a paternities of black and green rocks is one feature in the elaborate rock garden surrounding Eternal Ice Enterprises on Lane 11 1/2. The Center has been open for a total of 30 years.

Eternal Ice: Celebrating 30 years in business and release of second book

Linda Thomas isn’t slowing down as she celebrates 30 years in business with Eternal Ice Enterprises, a healing center and location to buy rocks she credits with having helpful energy. In fact, … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/26/23

Some of Stillwater Hospice staff pose for a photo in their Bent Street office. From the left are RoxAnne Arnett, executive director Gerri Ackley, office manager Teecee Barrett and nurse case manager Robbin Pollock.

Home health care businesses and hospice care see need in Powell

Beginning in 2018 three businesses have moved offices into Powell that offer in-home health related services including Mel’s Helping Hands, Hyland Nursing Services and Stillwater Hospice, a … more

By Braden Schiller | 5/26/23

Changing of the guard

Sitting at the end of the firehouse table — nearest to the coffee maker gurgling on the last drops in the brewing process for a fresh pot of Folgers — Kenny Skalsky almost smiled. … more

By Mark Davis | 5/25/23

An unidentified visitor at Yellowstone National Park is seen interfering with a bison calf near Soda Butte Creek last week. Park officials are searching for information about the man.

Bison calf euthanized after tourist interferes with river crossing

After an unidentified Yellowstone National Park visitor interfered with a bison calf Saturday attempting to cross the Lamar River, park officials were forced to euthanize the calf. Now law … more

By Mark Davis | 5/25/23

Tim Heine, retired Army 1st Sgt., is the new commander of the American Legion Hughes-Pittinger Post 26 in Powell. Heine spent 21 years in the military, split between the Marines and Army, as a transportation specialist and recruiter.

There’s a new commander in town

Former Army 1st Sgt. Tim Heine has been elected to replace Russell Stafford as commander of American Legion Hughes-Pittinger Post 26 in Powell. Heine served as a transportation specialist and … more

By Mark Davis | 5/25/23

PVHC selects finalists for hospital CEO job

Third time’s a charm? Powell Valley Hospital Board chair RJ Kost said the four candidates being brought in to be interviewed for the CEO job are all promising as the hospital moves closer … more

By Zac Taylor | 5/25/23

In wake of high-speed crashes, man’s competency questioned

A judge has ordered a mental evaluation of a man who reportedly raced into Powell at high speeds and crashed into multiple vehicles earlier this month. “... There is reasonable cause to … more

By CJ Baker | 5/25/23