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  • December 15WRESTLING: GIRLS VARSITY INVITATIONAL | Saturday 21
  • December 15SWIMMING: BOYS VARSITY INVITATIONAL | Saturday 21
  • December 15WRESTLING: BOYS JV INVITATIONAL | Friday 20 - Saturday 21
  • December 15WRESTLING: BOYS VARSITY INVITATIONAL | Friday 20 - Saturday 21
  • December 15BASKETBALL: BOYS VARSITY TOURNAMENT | Friday 20 - Saturday 21
  • December 15BASKETBALL: GIRLS VARSITY TOURNAMENT | Friday 20 - Saturday 21
  • December 15BASKETBALL: GIRLS FRESHMAN GAME | Thursday 19 - Friday 20
  • December 15BASKETBALL: BOYS FRESHMAN GAME | Thursday 19 - Friday 20
Performers hold candles as they walk to the stage at the Vespers concert on December 4th.
VESPERS CONCERT BRINGS HOLIDAY SPIRIT TO COMMUNITY
Community members attempt to accommodate the large audience at the PCSD1 school board meeting.
PUBLIC SPEAKS OUT ON BATHROOM POLICY
New PHS speech and debate novices pose for their first tournament!
SPEECH AND DEBATE TOURNAMENT AT PHS
Junior Trystan Preator shared these WWII-era postcards of Nazi images, borrowed from a neighbor who was in Germany at the time, with his Holocaust Literature class.
FORGOTTEN, THEN REPEATED
Cookies and baked treats are displayed on a table for Westside’s bake sale.
FUNDRAISING FOR GONZALO
A beautiful river winds through the Bighorn Mountains prior to the forest fire.
THE ELK FIRES
Powell High School [PHS] students share their thoughts on this year's Spotify Wrapped.
WRAPPING UP THE YEAR
Westside students gather as they sing festive songs.
ELEMENTARY CHRISTAMS PROGRAM
Brighton Streeter and Calvin Opps pose during a short break between crafting with the kids.
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
A healthy-appearing mule deer last season; he could have been harboring a fatal disease.
CWD IN WYOMING
Mr. Steve Lensegrav, holding his granddaughter, is honored on stage in the presence of his family and Principal Tim Wormald.
THROUGH THE LENS OF GREATNESS
New Powell High School science teacher Mrs. Shorma teaches an environmental science class.
INTRODUCING OUR NEW STAFF
PHS student holds various Secret Santa and white elephant gifts from previous parties.
GENEROUS GIFT-GIVING GAMES?
In the front lobby of the school, the panther has been given a Santa Hat
HOLIDAY TUNES
A voting sticker, similar to one you would receive at the polls.
FIRST-TIME VOTERS
Senior Toby Sessions looks at his phone while watching the football game.
WHAT IS A DISTRACTION?
An actor from the Shakespeare play takes the spotlight at PHS.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM, THE PLAY
The library at Powell High School holds many cool books for flowering readers.
EXPANDING THE LIBRARY
Seven sports will begin their seasons as the coldest time of the year sets in.
WINTER SPORTS KICK OFF
Lady Panthers take a moment to pray before the race.
BATTLING TO THE FINISH LINE
Students at Powell High School share their perspectives about Blair Fleming and transgender sports.
THE BLAIRE FLEMING CONTROVERSY
Powell swimmers pose for a picture in their tutus after a swim meet.
STATE SWIMMING
The Powell Panther Volleyball Team locks in to secure a third-place victory at state early this November.
PUTTING THE DOGS DOWN
Senior Trey Scott (very right side) lined up with his All-State medal after the second day.
STATE GOLF
With the first semester of 2023 coming to a close, many questions are being proposed by grade levels of all ages.
COLLEGE READINESS
Powell-Shoshone FFA members gather at the Wyoming FFA Fall leadership conference to gain leadership and connections.
DOING TO LEARN
Downtown Powell, decorated for Christmas, at night.
SAMPLE THE SEASONS
"I just want everyone to find a home and through that our chapter can do that and my team can do that." 
TALKING WITH THE PRESIDENT: FFA
From left to right, Peyton Hamilton, Avery Lane, James Love, Marty Welling, Ashlynn Fink, Jimmy Dees, Scout Sullivan, and Kyle North celebrate the conclusion of the Summer Food Program. Photo courtesy of Rachel Knights.
AIDING THE HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY
The speech and debate team prepares for their tournament.
DON’T HATE IT, JUST DEBATE IT
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AW SNAP!

AW SNAP!

Devon Curtis and Aidan Hunt
May 9, 2019
Seasonal allergies can be caused by several factors such as pollen from flowers, trees, and weeds.

ACHOOOOOOO

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Associate editor
May 3, 2019
Freshmen distance runners Jace Bohlman, Riley Schiller and Ben Whitlock compete in the opening track meet of the spring in Cody on March 23.

CHARGING TO THE FRONT OF THE PACK

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
April 2, 2019
The Lady Panther basketball team has a group hug with Coach Mac on their senior night earlier in the season

THANK YOU COACH MAC

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
April 1, 2019
The Panther boys' basketball team huddles during their first-round win over Torrington on Thursday in Casper.

[Photo] WIN … AND ADVANCE

Lauren Lejeune, Prowl opinion editor
March 7, 2019
The Panther boys' basketball team poses with the 3A West runner-up plaque.

[Photo] PHS HOOPS TEAMS READY FOR STATE TOURNEY

Aidan Hunt, Prowl reporter
March 5, 2019
Coach Mr. Nate Urbach lifts Brody Karhu after the state title wrestling match in Casper.

STATE CHAMPIONS … AGAIN

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
March 1, 2019
Senior Aubrie Stenerson dives for the ball in a home volleyball game earlier in the school year

THE BALANCING ACT

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
February 22, 2019
Senior Brea Terry takes a three-point shot against the Thermopolis Lady Bobcats at the Bighorn Basin Shootout Jan. 11-12.

STAT CHAT: Winter sports in full swing

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
January 22, 2019
Superintendent Mr. Jay Curtis

Wait, you’re the superintendent’s daughter?

Devon Curtis, Prowl reporter/sports editor
January 11, 2019
Devon's new puppy, Frankie, sleeps peacefully while thinking of all the toys she will get for Christmas this year

A holiday guide to pet gifts

Devon Curtis, Prowl associate editor
December 14, 2018
The Lady Panther basketball team listens as coach Scott McKenzie talks during a timeout against the Cody Fillies during the 2017-18 season.

PHS WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
December 6, 2018
The Lady Panther volleyball team stands in their traditional team huddle before taking on the Douglas Lady Bearcats in the first round of games at the state tournament at the Casper Events Center.

Powell volleyball goes 1-2 at state tourney

Devon Curtis, Prowl associate editor
November 12, 2018
Senior Panther football players walk onto the field for the coin toss before their final game on Oct. 19.

Fall sports seniors bid their seasons farewell

Devon Curtis, Prowl associate editor
November 7, 2018
Senior right side hitter Rachel Bonander goes up for a kill against Worland at the Lady Panthers' home game on Sept.15

Lady Panther volleyball team takes on teams from across the state at conference duals

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Associate editor
October 16, 2018
Senior Ashtyn Heny handles a serve in the set against Worland.

STATCHAT: Volleyball makes mark in first conference weekend

Devon Curtis, Prowl associate editor
September 24, 2018
Lady Panthers take on Montana teams at the Wyoming vs. Montana Border Wars

Lady Panthers take on Montana teams at the Wyoming vs. Montana Border Wars

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
September 11, 2018
The Lady Panther U18 team shows off their 1st place medals after winning the silver bracket of their last AAU tournament in Sheridan over the weekend.

Lady Panther volleyball players improving in the off-season

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
April 27, 2018
Binge reading: a different way to do nothing

Binge reading: a different way to do nothing

Devon Curtis, Sports editor/ Prowl reporter
March 29, 2018
The Lady Panther basketball team poses with the third-place plaque after defeating Star Valley 40-34 on March 10 in Casper.

Lady Panthers place third at state basketball

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
March 12, 2018
The Lady Panther basketball team poses with the second-place plaque after the regional tournament.

Lady Panthers place second at regionals, qualify for state

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
March 7, 2018

STAT CHAT: PHS teams had big weekend Feb. 16-17

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
February 27, 2018
Powell High school seniors pose in front of the Powell student section with “Panthers” painted on their stomachs to show support for the boys’ basketball team during their match up against Cody on Friday, Jan. 26.

Stat chat: Powell v. Cody rivalry

Devon Curtis, Sports Editor
February 2, 2018
Maddy Hanks (right) drives to the bucket during the game against Riverton on Jan. 19.

STAT CHAT: Lady Panthers sweep opponents

Devon Curtis, Prowl sports editor
January 26, 2018
Stat chat: Lady panthers open their season at Buffalo east/west basketball classic

Stat chat: Lady panthers open their season at Buffalo east/west basketball classic

Devon Curtis, Prowl Reporter
December 20, 2017
Mr. Mike Brooks (left) and student Matt Pool join forces to clean the Commons after lunch recently.

Friends for life

Devon Curtis, Prowl reporter
December 12, 2017
Stat chat: A sneak peek into the winter sports season

Stat chat: A sneak peek into the winter sports season

Devon Curtis, Prowl Reporter
November 21, 2017

5 Reasons it’s more than OK to be the new kid

Devon Curtis, Prowl reporter
October 16, 2017
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