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We have seven articles for you this week. We've invited all candidates to participate as community contributors, so will have up to four additional articles each week to help to get to hear from them directly. And watch for more information to come from Cody Journal to help you make your decisions.
Freedom Fire Burns 76 Acres
Trinity Lutheran Pastor Finds Purpose In Service
More Than a Remodel: Building a Place to Gather (Grape & Grain)
Property of the Week: New Home in Powell
Cody Country Chamber of Commerce to Host Two Free Candidate Forums
A Letter to the Voters of House District 24 (Quin Blair)
Meet David Hill: Conservative Leadership for Wyoming House District 50

Don't Miss WyoGives Day this Wednesday.
Event with list of local participants
➤ Article: WyoGives Happens July 15: The Day Your Donation Works Overtime

Monday: The regular Cody Community Blood Drive happens Monday-Wednesday this week. Also on Monday is the Local Candidate Forum put on by the Government Affairs Committee of the Cody Chamber. There will be another one next Monday for State Candidates. Also, at Washington Park in Powell is the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks happening with the “Much Ado About Nothing” Free Performance.

Tuesday: There's the Spin-In at Wyoming Yarn & Fiber, Tasting Tuesdays at Grape & Grain, the City Council Work Session at City Hall and a Sip & Paint at Steph's Kitchen.

Wednesday: Starting at midnight is WyoGives Day. If you're a runner, join in on Run Together, Thrive Together to get ready for Tails & Trails - the running group meets at the Scout Statue on Monday and Wednesday evenings through August 5. And Montana Shakespeare in the Parks comes to Canal Park in Cody for “The Merchant of Venice” Free Performance.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend, and find a way to stay cool - how is it that two week ago we had snow?

Janet Jones and the amazing team at Cody Journal
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Freedom Fire Burns 76 Acres

The Freedom Fire, started by Cody's Fourth of July fireworks, burned a total of 76 acres along the north side of the Shoshone River on the evening of July 4. It's been a few years since the hillside has been set on fire, but in this drier year, it was expected. Members of the Cody Volunteer Fire Department and the …

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Freedom Fire in Cody WY

Trinity Lutheran Pastor Finds Purpose In Service

Trinity Lutheran Cody WY
The new pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church brings new perspectives to a traditional assembly. The Rev. Dr. Teri Ditslear preached her first sermon at the Cody church on November 1, 2025, and told the Cody Journal that her background and education has focused on more than just the conventional role of pastor. “I have my Spiritual Direction certificate through Shalem …

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More Than a Remodel: Building a Place to Gather

It is easy to see that we have been making changes at 1820 17th Street.Outside, there have been updates like paint and signage. Inside, the retail market space has been remodeled. And now, the lounge is getting its turn.Some of the changes are easy to spot right away: new flooring, new furniture, and a new chalkboard wall for our 16 …

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More Than a Remodel: Building a Place to Gather

Property of the Week: New Home in Powell

Property of the Week: New Home in Powell
Discover this brand-new 1,455 sq. ft. home in Powell, WY, offering modern comfort and thoughtful design. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this home boasts an open-concept great room, dining area, and kitchen, perfect for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, smooth-top electric range, micro hood, and dishwasher. Each bedroom …

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Cody Country Chamber of Commerce to Host Two Free Candidate Forums

CODY, Wyo. – The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee (GAC) invites the public to attend two free candidate forums this July, providing an opportunity for voters to hear directly from candidates seeking local, state, and federal office before the Wyoming Primary Election. The forums will be held from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Cody, 1701 Sheridan …

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Cody Country Chamber of Commerce to Host Two Free Candidate Forums

A Letter to the Voters of House District 24

Candidate Q Blair, Cody WY
Representation is not complicated, but it is serious. When the people of House District 24 send someone to Cheyenne, that person has one job: to represent the people of our district. Not a national movement; not an outside agenda; not an ideology decided somewhere else. The job is to listen, study the issues, understand the consequences, and do the work …

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Meet David Hill: Conservative Leadership for Wyoming House District 50

I am a husband and father, and I am running for the Wyoming House of Representatives in District 50. My campaign is focused on effective leadership grounded in limited government, local control, personal liberty, accountability, and preserving Wyoming’s way of life for future generations. I currently serve as President of the Cody Country Chamber of Commerce and have built my …

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David Hill, Cody WY

Giving Back/Fundraisers

Bingo Night for Charities (Mondays)
Chase the Ace Raffle/Fundraiser (Wednesdays...until the Ace is drawn)
Pint Night: Do Good, Drink Beer, Get Kids Outdoors (Thursdays)
Cody Community Blood Drive (July 13-15)
WyoGives Day (July 15)
CASA’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament (July 17)
12th Annual Yellowstone Beerfest (July 18)
World’s Toughest Mile (July 18)
Music Bingo Night (July 24)
Conservation Trivia Pint Night (July 30)
Rascal Rodeo (Aug 1)
Realtor For Kids Back to School Carnival (Aug 6)
Celebrities for a Cause (Aug 6)
Celebrities for a Cause Golf Tournament (Aug 7)
Tails & Trails (Aug 8)
Compete for a Cause (Aug 8)
Gunwerks Golf Classic (Aug 18)
Free Dental Day (Aug 21)
PCSAR Foundation Soiree (Aug 28)
Cody Cornhole Classic (Aug 29)

Down the Road

Meeteetse Ranch Rodeo - Nat'l Day of the Cowboy (July 18)
12th Annual Yellowstone Beerfest (July 18)
Park County Fair (July 21-25)
Heart Mountain Pilgrimage (July 23-25)
Guided Tour of the Double Dee Ranch (July 25)
Wild West Balloon Fest (July 31-Aug 2)
Gates of Yellowstone Triathlon (Aug 1)
Wild West River Fest 2026 (Aug 7-9)
Cody Romance Round-Up (Aug 8)
Meeteetse Showdown (Aug 14 -15)
Wings n’ Wheels Fly-in/Car Show (Aug 14 - 15)
Great Dam Day (Aug 15)
Cody Country Car Show (Aug 21-22)

The Bulletin Board

We've reworked the Bulletin Board. See all items here.
Resources
Watering Schedule
Yard Waste Roll-Out Info
Belfry Boat Launch Public Survey
Bloom at Beck Lake Info
Fundraisers & Raffles
Adam Rickard Family Fundraiser
Mike Poulsen Go Fund Me
Patrons Ball Sponsorship Info
Fireworks Committee Raffle
Faith & Fortune Raffle (Veritas)
Back the Blue Golf Raffle
Chase the Ace
Job Openings
Fireworks Factory Outlet
Heart Mountain Bar & Grill
Park County School District 6
Chamberlin Inn
Libations
Hair Affair
City of Cody
Wyo Dough
Crisis Intervention Services
Cody Center for the Performing Arts
Sips Coffee
Sheriff's Office
Trailhead
Roosters Cafe
Wyoming Legacy Meats
Miscellaneous
CFI Class (learn to fly at Choice Aviation)
Vacation Bible School
Summer Reading Program
Sips & Swings
Movies at Big Horn Cinemas
The Fence & Beyond Schedule
Cody Public Arts: Call for Mural Artists

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

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EVENTS EVERY DAY

Find Waldo this July! | Legends Bookstore | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Relaxing with Raptors: Owls | Buffalo Bill Center of the West | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Mini Golf Family Fun | City Park | 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Splash Pad Family Fun | Mentock Park | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Relaxing with Raptors: Small Changes Big Impact | Buffalo Bill Center of the West | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Bald Eagle Feeding | Buffalo Bill Center of the West | 3:30 pm
Cody Cattle Company – Dinner & Show | Cody Cattle Company | 5:00 pm
2 Mules Chuckwagon Dinner | Buffalo Bill Center of the West | 5:30 pm (M-F)
Wild Bunch Gunfighters Show | The Irma Hotel | 6:00 pm (M-Sat)
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Spectacular – the Musical | Cody Theatre | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm (Sat-Thu)
Cody Night Rodeo | Stampede Park (rodeo grounds) | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

MONDAY | July 13, 2026

Cody Youth Climbing Camp | Shoshone Canyon | All Day
Jesus and Jiu-Jitsu Bible Study | Potter Combat Academy | 6:00 am
Summer Music Camp: Ages 4-6 | Rocky Mountain School of the Arts/Dance Theatre | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Cody Community Blood Drive | VFW Cody | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Farmer’s Market | Washington Park (Powell) | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Local Candidate Forum | Holiday Inn | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Run Together, Thrive Together | The Scout statue | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Bingo Night – Cody Fireworks Committee | Grape & Grain Market and Lounge | 6:00 pm
“Much Ado About Nothing” Free Performance | Washington Park (Powell) | 6:30 pm
Steve Frame – Live Music | Silver Dollar Bar | 6:30 pm

    TUESDAY | July 14, 2026

    Cody Youth Climbing Camp | Shoshone Canyon | All Day
    Junior Golf Camp | Olive Glenn Golf Club | 9:00 am - 11:30 am
    Spin-In | Wyoming Yarn & Fiber | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    SOLD OUT Art Camp Grades K-2 | Cody Arts | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Cody Community Blood Drive | VFW Cody | 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Tasting Tuesdays | Grape & Grain Market and Lounge | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    City Council Work Session | Cody City Hall | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Sip & Paint | Steph’s Kitchen | 6:00 pm

    WEDNESDAY | July 15, 2026

    WyoGives Day | Online | All Day
    Cody Youth Climbing Camp | Shoshone Canyon | All Day
    CANCELLED: Yellowstone Park Member Day Trip | Yellowstone National Park | 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Cody Community Blood Drive | VFW Cody | 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Hot Pallet Sale! | Kings Carpet One | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Summer Music Camp: Ages 4-6 | Rocky Mountain School of the Arts/Dance Theatre | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Let’s Eat Ramen Food Truck | Grape & Grain Market and Lounge | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Wine Wednesday | Grape & Grain Market and Lounge | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Run Together, Thrive Together | The Scout statue | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Wes Urbaniak – Live Music | Chamberlin Inn | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    “The Merchant of Venice” Free Performance | Canal Park | 6:30 pm
    Brett Savage- Live Music | The Irma Hotel | 6:30 pm
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