Speak Your Piece
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Kristin Barker, the Research Coordinator for the Beyond Yellowstone Program, spoke about running and managing conservation research projects in the Greater Yellowstone Area. She recently gave a lecture on studying wolves in Yellowstone National Park as well as talking about her overall research concerning the behavior and distribution of large, terrestrial mammals. Some of her…
Amy Couture, a local resident of Cody and an endurance swimmer, is one of 171 women in America who have successfully swam the English Channel. Her time was 14 hours and 6 minutes. She spoke about her training regiment, her motivation, and why she continues to push herself in endurance sports.
Brandi Gann, Director of CASA of the 5th Judicial District, spoke about how CASA is an advocate for children who are in the foster care system and speaks up for them. The goal is for the kids to thrive. She also talked about CASA’s Board and how they help navigate and guide CASA to better…
Cody Beers, Public Relations Specialist for WYDOT, spoke about the summer projects that are wrapping up like the Chief Jo Highway bridge improvements, the tunnel lighting project near the Buffalo Bill Dam, the slide project in Crandall, and the road improvements outside of Yellowstone National Park. He also advised drivers to be careful and visit…
Nick Piazza, owner of Sleeping Giant Ski and Zip, and Jonathan Algarin, Operations Director, spoke about the new, upcoming season and what can skiers can expect with more groomed trails, tubing trails, and snow courses. They also spoke about last season and how they want to build on that momentum by offering great deals on…
Karen Horner, Park County Library Director, and Tam DeRudder Jackson, Library Foundation Board Chairman, spoke about their upcoming fundraising event, “Night At the Library” which benefits the Park County Library Foundation to serve programs outside of the Library’s budget. It is an event that has 5 different “themed” areas in the library based on 5…
Ashley Jackson is a very creative designer and producer of western luxury couture. Austin Ratzlaff is an incredible artist who specializes in Western Photo Realism using charcoal and soft pastel as his mediums. They are hosting the Cody Fashion Show and Art Spectacular at the Cody Auditorium on September 21st. People can walk around the…
Amanda Brengle and Jason Nickleson from the Heart Mountain Free Clinic spoke about how they serve the community with healthcare and social programs who are at or below the poverty line. Since starting 15 years ago, they’ve built a solid framework to help people who are vulnerable. They also spoke about the need for donations…
Jacob Graham, born and raised in Cody, is a singer-songwriter that is working on a number of projects, including an album that should be ready to drop in 2024. Jake talks about what inspires him, how he writes a song, and how he got the artwork for the cover of his album.
Janie Curtis and Tiffany Mannion from That Other Project spoke about wanting the community’s input on the Transportation Plan for Cody. No matter if you’re a biker, hiker, horse rider, or walker, they want to hear from you. Also, if you drive around Cody, they want your input as well. The more people who participate…