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Meet Our Authors

At Cody Journal, we feature a talented group of article authors who share their knowledge and passion for Cody, Wyoming. Our writers and community contributors enjoy telling stories that showcase the culture, history, and people who make Cody unique.

Janet Jones

Owner, Editor, Publisher

Brandon Luis Diaz

Writer/Photographer

Wendy Corr

Freelance Writer

Nikki Levine Bustos

Community Contributor
Breathe & Balance

Yellowstone Regional Airport

Community Contributor
Airport Board & Staff

Cody Heritage Museum

Community Contributor
Local Cody History

Past Authors

Missy Burns

Missy Burns Creative

Lindsay Shaw

Blue Spruce Ink

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Discover Our Latest Articles

Belfry Bridge Boat Ramp Improvement Project Underway

The City of Cody moves forward with long-discussed improvements to the Belfry Bridge Boat Launch Recreation Area on the Shoshone River. The popular community and tourist destination for fishing, rafting, and hiking sees usage that has outgrown the existing facilities....

Wyoming’s Finest Pours: Soroptimist of Cody Uncorks a Grand New Tasting Experience

Soroptimist of Cody hosts its 52nd Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, the local non-profit’s major fundraiser, 7pm-10pm, at the Cody Auditorium, CODY, Wyoming. This year, the Soroptimist of Cody Club shakes things up a bit. Not only have they moved the...

Cody Has a New Way to Explore Yellowstone on Two Wheels

With motorcycle weather starting to show up, know that we have a new way to explore the area by motorcycle: Yellowstone Adventure Moto. Owned and managed by Joe Bacal, a multi-time Baja 1000 class champion and longtime motorcycle enthusiast. The business is ready to...

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 that protect our values. For newcomers, unclear values can make it...

You Already Have the Answers. A Doula Helps You Find Them.

Transitions in life are always hard. Having someone to help you ride out the storm of change makes it so much easier. That solid and balanced companion gives a focus point when the world hits the reset button on your life. This is my life's work. To not only be that...

City Advances Lead Service Line Investigation Under Updated Federal Rules

City officials continue to move forward with a multi-year effort to identify and verify lead water service lines throughout the community. Updated federal requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency’s revised Lead and Copper Rule require this. The...

Cody Songwriter Kalyn Beasley Hosting Intimate Songwriter Show March 21

Local musician Kalyn Beasley is bringing a new kind of live music experience to Cody later this month, blending storytelling and original songwriting in an intimate setting designed for music lovers who prefer a quieter evening. Beasley will host a songwriter-style...

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. Walking the boardwalks in Yellowstone, it’s clear that the...

Reid Rasner: Ban Sharia Law Now

Reid Rasner Pledges to Prohibit Sharia Law Nationwide with Trump, Enforce Bible-Only Oaths, and Stop Radical Threats in Our Communities Wyoming Leads the Fight for America First Casper, WY – Reid Rasner, the unapologetically America First conservative running for...

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 one aspect of these rare natural phenomena that can draw geyser...

Support Your Community Calendar: We Need Your Help!

Dec 5, 2023 | Town & Business

Dear friends and neighbors, As the proud caretakers of Cody's vibrant online calendar, we are reaching out to you, our valued community members, for your support. Cody Calendar has been a beacon of connection and engagement, bringing residents together and fostering a...

Featured Artist: Cat Hesselbacher

Nov 11, 2023 | Featured Artists

Cat Hesselbacher with Silver Pine Ranch Photography is the featured artist for November 2023. Watch for her images on the front of the weekly flyers with all the weekend events. If you or someone you know would like to be a Featured Artist, contact us. MEET...

Featured Artist: Janet Jones

Oct 21, 2023 | Featured Artists

Janet Jones of SnowMoon Photography is the featured artist for October 2023. Watch for her images on the front of the weekly flyers with all the weekend events. If you or someone you know would like to be a Featured Artist, contact us. Let me introduce myself. I'm...

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