The Voices of Cody

How Cody Journal Began - an interview with Janet Jones

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Janet Jones, founder and CEO of Cody Journal, as she shares the story of how she transformed a simple community calendar into the heartbeat of Cody, Wyoming. Discover how Janet's deep family roots in Cody—dating back to the late 1930s when her grandfather started Wyoming Wells Service—shaped her understanding of what makes this Western town so special. From launching on April Fool's Day 2021 to serving nearly 6,000 monthly users today, Janet reveals how listening to community needs turned Cody Calendar into today's thriving online magazine. In this episode, we explore: * The unique social fabric of Cody and why this community loves to gather (100-150 events every week!) * Janet's journey from teaching second grade in South Park, Colorado (yes, that South Park) to mastering digital skills through scrapbooking * The philosophy of "positive gossip" and why every article gets fact-checked with sources before publication * Her 21-year passion project documenting Yellowstone's thermal features, including 10 terabytes of geyser photography Whether you're a longtime Cody resident, a Yellowstone visitor, or simply curious about this authentic community magazine, this conversation offers a rare glimpse into building something that truly serves and connects people. Sponsored by Cody Jewelers - Your downtown destination for unique holiday gifts, from the latest jewelry styles to classic Western looks.