A large and excited crowd gathered around a dunk tank during the first week of school. “We decided to do Soak-A-Senior the first week of school because we thought it would be a fun kickoff event,” student council Vice President Katie Morrison said. “It’s a quick way to make money, and it’s...
In 1909, the first building blocks of Powell were laid down. Water was brought to the Powell Valley to jumpstart the farming process, and many people of different backgrounds came to make their mark in the dirt. A century and fifteen years later, we still celebrate the homesteading of our small town...
Thirteen years after its last remodel, the Powell Branch Library is finally getting the changes that the community has been looking for. This summer, the historic building is going to be remodeled from the ground up. “The current library is being demolished so the issues we currently have in regards...
Community can be often demonstrated through random acts of kindness. In this specific story, the random act of kindness is a donated kidney given by a local resident. Ray Branstetter, a local outdoorsman, has been waiting for a kidney donation for over nine months ever since he was cleared for it...
TikTok, the well-known platform for watching a sharing short videos, has been the target of repeated criticism and attempts to be banned in various countries. The most recent attempt originates from the U.S., where the Biden administration has proposed new measures to restrict the app’s use. In...
Powell High School’s 2024 year is coming to an end, and PHS students and teachers of all grades review the year in hindsight. “I feel like at the beginning, it was… pretty fast,” junior Deja Brown said. “But now it’s just kind of slow because it’s almost finals and everyone’s … not...
High school is about the time teenagers begin their search for a job, but having a job while going to school can have both benefits and drawbacks. It is important that students carefully consider the potential effects of work on their academic performance, social life, and general well-being. Finding...
A junior at Powell High School made history as she stepped her pink cleats onto the football field. Ivy Agee, formerly known for her very successful soccer career, was recruited by Head Football Coach Chase Kistler at the start of the football season. With her great kicking leg, he knew she would...
The record is broken; not just broken but shattered. In a remarkable run, senior Kinley Cooley broke her own school record in the 5k at the opening cross-country meet in Billings, Montana. Cooley set the scene for what is hoped to be an incredible cross-country season, not just for herself, but also...
During the early stages of the school year, some fall sports are over halfway through, while some are just getting started. Powell High School’s [PHS] football team would start the season at 2-1. After losing to Riverton in the season opener 7-0, the Panthers rallied together to win their next...
Powell, Wyoming’s local baseball team, the Powell Pioneers, became state champions for the second year in a row after dominating the last week of July. The final game of the tournament had the Pioneers overcome the Cody Cubs 5-4 to bring home gold. “[Winning state] didn’t really feel real right...
A unique opportunity took place for the Los Angeles Lakers and the James family during day two of the National Basketball Association [NBA] Draft on June 27. LeBron James is a professional basketball player for the Lakers and is widely regarded as the greatest NBA player of all time. LeBron has two sons,...
After a long successful season, the PHS Girls Soccer team headed into state fueled up and ready to play. The team came into the tournament with a victory over Worland. This gave many of the Lady Panthers a boost of confidence to begin their journey at state. “Going into state we were confident...
Hundreds of people cheered for the athletes dashing down the last hundred meters, the smell of funnel cakes wafted through the air, and the unpredictable occurred. From Thursday, May 16, to Saturday, May 18, the 2024 Wyoming State Track and Field Championships took place in Casper, Wyoming. Girls...
On the start of August 26, 2024, students stepped into Powell High School for their first day of school, and a new regulation awaited them: Powell High School had gone cold...
At the start of the 2024 school year, there are a few new additions to the school staff. Celia Goodyear, a retired journalist, joined the Powell High School community as a...
With a fresh start to the school year, The Prowl has made a podcast to open up coverage to the hearing scene. Focusing on sports and topics within the school, senior Mitchel...
Local newspaper, The Powell Tribune, has been a family-owned business for six decades. Bringing the town together to know one another is a passion for the workers. “My...
On May 10 and 11, the northern lights, scientifically known as aurora borealis, painted the night sky into an awe-inspiring display of colors. Many were struck by the beauty...
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Freshman Kindyle Floy attempts to dunk her sister, senior Catelynn Floy.
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As the summer ended, one soon-to-be popular movie was released, “Twisters.” Many people went crazy about it. The topic was hot and so was Glen Powell. Glen Powell might be a star, but his dog Brisket...
This year, over ten thousand Olympians competed in the Paris Olympics. Out of those, only a few received worldwide recognition for their outstanding accomplishments. These people worked day and night to...
From the time that children learn what a car is, a desire to drive is planted in many hearts. Although driving provides a new kind of thrill, it can also bring nerves along with new opportunities. From...
Instead of opting to nervous habits, many runners have pre-race rituals. Rituals often are a crucial part of a runner's performance. Missing just one part of their regular routine can throw their whole...
PHS students are often pulled out of class for interviews, quotes, or pictures for various classes at PHS. Many at PHS have been interviewed, and some have great opinions of the matter. Some students...