PCSD1 staff receive pay increases
Park County School District 1 approved significant changes to the compensation of some district specialists in May. And, thanks to an external cost adjustment of $1.3 million handed down from the …
This was the Powell area version of the initial draft map available for comment through engageparkcounty.com through the end of May. A new version of the map will be released in the future that takes into   made on the first map.
Draft county zoning map still causing concerns
A draft map of how Park County properties might be zoned under the county’s new land use plan is drawing concerns from residents, who are worried about how their properties could be affected if …
Attempt to run over man results in jail time, probation
After serving a year in jail, a Clark man who reportedly tried running over another man has been released to probation. Jose N. Gonzalez, 64, received the sentence last week in Park County …
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Bison wallow in the dust to relieve skin irritations, shed fur and deter biting insects. They also use wallowing for other purposes like marking territory and displaying dominance. Getting too close to one of the large animals can prove to be a deadly mistake — one that several have made over the years while visiting Yellowstone National Park.
Man gored by bison in Yellowstone
A 30-year-old man from New Jersey was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park after a group of people approached too close to the wild animal. According to a Tuesday press release by the …
Superintendent Jay Curtis receives raise, renewed contract
Park County School District 1 Superintendent Jay Curtis will be sticking around through at least June, 2027. Curtis, who has been with the district since 2017, had his contract renewed in …
Weeds, Wildlands and More! expo set for June 26
CODY — The East Yellowstone Collaborative and partners are hosting the third annual Weeds, Wildlands and More! land stewardship expo June 26 from 4-7 p.m. at the Cody Auditorium. The goal of …
Clark Rodeo day preparations continue
Plans for the "down home" Clark Rodeo on Saturday, June 21 are galloping forward with free ission to view the competition and the preceding parade on Canyon Road with the Clark Pioneer Recreation …
State education board convenes in Powell
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in Powell today (Thursday) and Friday for its annual retreat and June meeting. Both gatherings are open to the public and will be held in Room 100 …
Designs like this “Cub Crossing Ahead” sign use cautionary colors like bright red and yellow. This design had the greatest effect on reducing the number of reckless drivers, according to a study by the University of Montana.
Grand Teton research shows vivid signage can reduce speeding in grizzly corridors
JACKSON — Research conducted in Grand Teton National Park suggests that evocative road signage could help prevent vehicle collisions with bears, though whether the park’s signage will …
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Maddy Agee lines up a shot during a home game against Lander in April. Agee led the Cubs with 25 goals and set program records for goals in a season and goals in a game with five.
Middle School girls’ soccer enjoys strong season
The Powell Middle School girls’ soccer team finished with an impressive record, as the Cubs went 6-1-1 during their quick spring season. The Cubs started their season with an impressive …
Athletes head to big weekend in Casper
Local athletes both at the collegiate and high school level will converge on Casper this weekend to take part in a number of events, starting with the Shrine Bowl on Saturday. Athletes competing …
Pioneers sweep conference openers
Kicking off ‘A’ West action on the road the Powell Pioneers earned a two game sweep over Riverton on Wednesday, defeating the Raiders 9-4 and 11-4.       POWELL …
Remaining a Pioneer
Powell High School graduate Jordan Loera is achieving a lifelong goal and keeping the same name across his chest at the next level, as the Powell Pioneer standout will compete for the NJCAA Miles …
Caden Gines will compete in the team roping as a header at the CNFR in Casper, representing Central Wyoming College.
Powell cowboys head to CNFR
Longtime friends and Powell High School graduates Kyle Cheney and Caden Gines will be heading to Casper to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo next week. Cheney will be making his second …
Good Old Boys
Heading into June the Good Old Boys played a game of Six-Six-Six on June 3, using one net score on the first six holes, two net scores on the next six holes and three net scores on the final six …
Obituaries
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the ing of Audrey Faye (Mayer) Buchli, who departed this world on June 9, 2025. Audrey was a beacon of kindness, strength and inspiration, leaving behind …
Karen S. Ellinwood, 84, of Lima, Ohio, ed away on Dec. 1, 2024. Funeral services will be at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Meeteetse on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 11 a.m. Services …
Gary Paul Clendenen, 74, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2025. He was born Sept. 22, 1950, in Evanston, Illinois to William “Bill” Paul and Martha Jean (Rich) Clendenen, ing …
Gary Clendenen ed away on June 5, 2025. A funeral services will be held at Crown Hill Cemetery on Thursday, June 12 at 10 a.m. Arrangements are being made with Thompson Funeral Home. 
Robert “Bob” Webber, 87, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 2, 2025. He was born on Feb. 21, 1938, in Powell, …
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    • Be part of the solution 72514h

      Land use regulations are not new to Park County.  I know — at least I hope — most people, especially property owners, already know …

    • Take cancer tests seriously 2b265v

      Last week I had the opportunity to talk to one of the area's leading experts on cancer, Dr. Thomas Reid at the Big Horn Basin Cancer Center in …

    • Decision on guns shows district trusts its teachers 3w3w2x

      Park County School District 1's likely decision not to have a rule and policy mandating extra steps for school staff to carry concealed handguns …

    • A long weekend of celebration, remembrance 625j68

      We have reached the final week of May after a bittersweet long weekend, one of celebration — congrats grads! — and remembrance for …

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    • Whirlwind year closes 38205

      Another absolute whirlwind of high school and college athletics has come to a close, with a number of achievements throughout the year resulting …

    • The benefits — or lack thereof — of a RSTBUKT Burb 5k2o3i

      Folks sometimes look askance when I am out and about in the beloved (by me, her not so much) white, 1999 Chevy Suburban emblazoned with RSTBUKT …

    • Where do we find strength? 4s122h

      Have you ever had a season in life that you thought would never end? Whether it was walking through difficulties or simply being overwhelmed by …

    • Readiness 3v1y22

      Many Americans relaxed into complacency and normalcy bias after the end of the Cold War, when America seemed ascendant and untouchable: the …