Zac Taylor

Courthouse Reporter at Charleston Gazette-Mail

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A legacy of service: Sen. Al Simpson of Cody dies at 93

1 month ago | lovellchronicle.com | Zac Taylor

CODY — Alan Kooi Simpson, 93, a legendary political force in Wyoming and Washington, died Friday morning, according to a statement by his family. Simpson was surrounded by family and friends at the Spirit Mountain Hospice Center in Cody after suffering complications from a broken hip in December. Simpson served as a U.S. senator for Wyoming from 1979-1997, including as Senate Majority Whip from 1985-1987.
Funding for Cody area shooting complex in jeopardy

1 month ago | greybullstandard.com | Zac Taylor

When both the Wyoming House and Senate included $13.5 million for a planned shooting complex outside of Cody within their versions of the state’s supplemental budget, it appeared the Park County project had passed its final test. But amid disagreements between the two chambers, the Senate announced Wednesday that it wouldn’t pass a supplemental budget at all — a move not seen in decades of sessions.
Thanks to people willing to volunteer on local boards

2 months ago | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Feb. 25 A good amount of people care about local government. That’s what I’ve seen from spending a good amount of Tuesdays at the Park County Courthouse in Cody for commissioners meetings. In the last few months, when there have been openings on volunteer boards where the commissioners have the authority to appoint, most of these boards have had multiple applicants for each position.
Tragedy in Byron leads to community support

2 months ago | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Feb. 18 The tragedy in Byron is unbelievably sad, and I pray we at the Powell Tribune have treated what happened with as much care as is possible while still reporting as accurately as possible. As a father, I cannot imagine what the two fathers who lost daughters are feeling, but I am sincerely sorry about what they and extended families are going through.
Legislators optimistic early in session

Jan 23, 2025 | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Jan. 21 The Wyoming Legislature is in session, and amongst our area legislators I sense a lot of optimism. Most of them stopped by the Little America Hotel last week during the Wyoming Press Association convention, and I appreciated the good conversations about what bills they’re pushing and what they see as important goals to accomplish during this session. Gov.
People should participate in county regulations process

Jan 17, 2025 | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Jan. 7 At an afternoon work session Jan. 7 to prepare a questionnaire for Park County residents on their thoughts on potential regulations, new Commissioner Kelly Simone was understandably shocked at the small percentage of residents expected to fill out a survey on potential regulations that, arguably, could affect every one of the roughly 13,000 county residents who live outside city limits.
Meyer’s deputy ought to be given serious consideration

Jan 17, 2025 | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Jan. 7 It’s almost shocking how few qualifications there are to become the assessor for Park County. To fill retired assessor Pat Meyer’s post, one need only be a Republican, a registered voter, a U.S. citizen, and live and own property in the county. That means many thousands of Park County residents qualify. In one sense it’s simply part of our system of government.
Feds decline to delist Yellowstone-area grizzlies

Jan 9, 2025 | wyomingnews.com | Zac Taylor

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Feds decline delisting of grizzlies

Jan 9, 2025 | wyomingnews.com | Zac Taylor

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Thanks to our supporters

Jan 9, 2025 | newslj.com | Zac Taylor

By Zac Taylor, Powell Tribune, Jan. 3 For this first edition of 2025, I wanted to thank all those who have read the Powell Tribune in 2024. Thanks for not only reading, but supporting this publication. It enables us to have a solid staff who cover a variety of issues not just in Powell but around Park County and the region. Thank you for writing us letters.