Meet Janet Jones
Janet has a rich history in Cody with her grandparents moving here in the late 1930s. Her grandfather started Wyoming Well Service. Janet is a writer, photographer, graphic designer and webmaster. Cody Journal blends her skills and talents with her love of the area.
Articles by Janet Jones
The Cody Paradox: How Do We Stay Us While Moving Forward?
From my perspective - an opinion piece/Letter from the Editor We often hear, "We don't want to become Jackson." But if we define ourselves only by what we aren't, it's hard to create clear policies ...
Reach the World: Free Workshop Helps Cody Businesses Tap Into International Tourism
If you are interested in bringing in more visitors from Europe or other international locations to your business, this workshop hosted by Park County Travel Councill will help you learn exactly how to do that ...
Echinus Geyser Reactivated in February 2026
We are wired to look for patterns in the chaos - to make sense of our world. And it seems there's nothing better that illustrates the chaos theory than the thermal features in Yellowstone. It's ...
Mobile Tap Room Brings Beer Catering to Cody
Cody Craft Brewing has been expanding its collaborations in the area, with its beer being found in more locations. In addition, they are adding a Mobile Taproom - essentially beer catering to the list of ...
Cassie’s Comeback Continues with More Progress
The town is curious about the progress at Cassie's Steakhouse and Saloon, Cody's historic bar and restaurant. The new owners, Jon Bjornestad, Seth Cozzens, Mike Jones, and Brian and Jen Walker, continue to work to ...
Meet in Cody: At the Holiday Inn
One of the more comfortable places to hold conventions and larger gatherings in Cody is at the Holiday Inn. With two ballrooms and numerous hotel rooms as a host hotel, this go-to spot works well ...
Seven Properties on Beck Being Rezoned
This week, the Cody City Council voted to approve the rezoning of most properties along the south side of Beck Avenue between 14th and 15th Streets. The zoning changes to General Business (D-2) from the ...
While Not Official, February 26 is a Holiday in Cody
An obscure historical resolution was recently unearthed by the Park County Archives and reported in an article in the Park County Enterprise on February 28, 1917. The resolution was formed during a meeting at the ...
Podcast: Yellowstone Regional Airport Update – February 2026
Episode: Yellowstone Regional Airport Update - February 2026Host: Janet Jones, Owner & CEO, Cody JournalGuests: Aaron Buck - Director, Yellowstone Regional Airport Heather Mortensen - Chair, Yellowstone Regional Airport Joint Powers Board Episode Overview In ...
Love, Sparkle & Everything in Between: Andrew’s Valentine’s Picks
Whether you're searching for the perfect gift or treating yourself to something special, Cody Jewelers has something that will catch your eye — and hold your heart. This month, we're spotlighting three of Andrew's personal ...
Big Horn Basin Residents Get First Access to Stampede Rodeo Tickets
As the Stampede Rodeo and Xtreme Bulls become more popular, the difficulty locals face in buying tickets also increases. Based on the feedback received, the Cody Stampede Board has decided to give residents of the ...
America’s 250th Celebrations and Cody’s 2026 Fourth of July Events
Traditionally, Cody, Wyoming throws one of the best Fourth of July parties in the country with five days of rodeo, three parades, and plenty of side activities, it's the place to be for patriotic small ...
