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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
Janet Jones

Owner, Editor, Publisher

Brandon Luis Diaz
Brandon Luis Diaz

Writer/Photographer

Wendy Corr
Wendy Corr

Freelance Writer

Nikki Levine Bustos
Nikki Levine Bustos

Community Contributor
Breathe & Balance

Yellowstone Regional Airport
Yellowstone Regional Airport

Community Contributor
Airport Board & Staff

Cody Heritage Museum
Cody Heritage Museum

Community Contributor
Local Cody History

Past Authors

Missy Burns
Missy Burns

Missy Burns Creative

Lindsay Shaw
Lindsay Shaw

Blue Spruce Ink

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Discover Our Latest Articles

Grigware, Live Music, and a Final Bow: “Annie Get Your Gun” at Cody High School

The production, "Annie Get Your Gun" may be one of the last times three senior students perform together. All three of them have received full-ride scholarships for the performing arts and will graduate from Cody High School this May. The play is part of the America's...
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Will Yellowstone Open Early This Year?

With a lighter-than-usual snowpack this winter on the east side of Yellowstone, plenty of people in Cody are wondering: could Yellowstone open its gates ahead of schedule? The short answer is no. The partial reason is actually rooted in years of work by the Cody...
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Dig In: Community Garden Welcomes New Gardeners for 2026

For over 20 years, a quiet stretch just off of Meadow Lane Ave near Glenwood Park has been home to something good: a community garden where neighbors rent small plots, share and connect through the joy of gardening. Here they grow what they love, whether that's...
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Park County Open Lands Visits with Kelly Spiering

Park County Open Lands believes those who steward the land are one of the most integral parts of conserving our landscapes for future generations. Ag Lands and Outreach VISTA Carly Hitchcock heard from local Powell farmer Kelly Spiering about his story and what...
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Hippy Cow: More than a Creamery

It’s a raw milk revolution. At least, that’s what the Nelson family is counting on. Their “Hippy Cow Creamery” on Blackburn Avenue in Cody is a celebration of the health benefits—and deliciousness—of milk straight from the cow. And the Nelsons—parents Mark and Mary,...
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Antlers Ranch Changes Hands After 130 Years in One Family

MEETEETSE, WY, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 - Press Release - Antlers Ranch, one of the American West’s most significant legacy ranches, has successfully closed in a private transaction, marking a benchmark sale for Wyoming ranch properties. The transaction...
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Buffalo Bill Center of the West Remains in the top 5% of Museums in the Nation

CODY, WY, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 - Press Release - The Buffalo Bill Center of the West (BBCW) has been awarded reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) Accreditation Commission, following its February 2026 review. The distinction places the...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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Building a Lasting Legacy in an Aging Town

Building a Lasting Legacy in an Aging Town

Dec 12, 2025 |

Summary: There’s a wistfulness for how Wyoming is often behind the times. It’s what adds to the beauty of our state. But our local businesses are at a crossroads: adapt to modern day strategies, or risk falling behind and ending a legacy. Wyoming’s economy is not as...

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Yellowstone Opening for Winter Season

Yellowstone Opening for Winter Season

Dec 12, 2025 | ,

On Monday, December 15, Yellowstone opens for the winter season. That means it's time to start thinking about taking a winter trip to Yellowstone and what you'll need to know to make that a reality. Here on the East side of the Park, we use Gary Fales Outfitting to...

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