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Chat with Council event to discuss sustainability...

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2025/08/26

JACKSON, Wyo. — This month’s Chat with Council event will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 27, to discuss the town’s sustainability plan, ecosystem health and water restrictions update. The event will be led by Councilwoman Alyson Spery, Councilmember Kevin Regan and Ecosystem Stewardship Coordinator Tanya Anderson, and can be attended in person at the Town […] The post Chat with Council event to discuss sustainability plan, water restrictions appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole,

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Air Quality Alert in effect through Tuesday morning

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2025/08/25

JACKSON, Wyo. — The National Weather Service’s Riverton Office (NWS) has issued an Air Quality Alert for the area impacted by wildfire smoke from the Dollar Lake Fire, including Jackson, Dubois, Pinedale, La Barge, Big Piney and more. Children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions are encouraged to stay inside and limit outdoor activity if possible. The […] The post Air Quality Alert in effect through Tuesday morning appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Willow Creek Fire evacuation orders downgraded to ‘set’

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2025/08/25

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Willow Creek Fire command has downgraded evacuation orders for southern Star Valley. As of 3:45 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, the area from Gomm’s Pond Lane south to Salt River Pass is now in the “set” stage (using the “Ready, Set, Go” method). The area west of US89 from Reeves-Schwab Lane […] The post Willow Creek Fire evacuation orders downgraded to ‘set’ appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Wyo first in U.S. to launch state-issued cryptocurrency

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2025/08/25

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Stable Token Commission announced the launch of the Frontier Stable Token (FRNT) on Tuesday, Aug. 19. This initiative established the state as the first public entity in the U.S. to issue a blockchain-based stable token. A stable token is a type of cryptocurrency whose value is fixed to another asset, […] The post Wyo first in U.S. to launch state-issued cryptocurrency appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Dollar Lake Fire community meeting set for Tuesday;...

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2025/08/25

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Dollar Lake Fire has reached the size of 11,510 acres since it was discovered on Thursday near Green River Lakes on the Pinedale Ranger District of Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF). A community meeting about the fire will be held in Pinedale on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Sublette County Public Library, located […] The post Dollar Lake Fire community meeting set for Tuesday; evacuations escalate appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Gov. Gordon issues Emergency Declaration for Dollar...

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2025/08/25

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — On Monday, Aug. 25, Governor Mark Gordon issued an Executive Order declaring an emergency to support wildfire response to the Dollar Lake Fire in the Green River Lakes area in Sublette County. According to the Governor’s Office, the declaration allows the state to access Wyoming National Guard resources, including a medevac helicopter, and directs the […] The post Gov. Gordon issues Emergency Declaration for Dollar Lake Fire appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole,

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Caribou-Targhee issues closure for Rim Trail Fire...

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2025/08/25

DRIGGS, Idaho — At 12 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 24, the Caribou-Targhee National Forest (CTNF) issued a closure order for the Rim Trail Fire area on the Teton Basin Ranger District to help protect firefighters and the public. This order will be in effect until Oct. 24, at 12 p.m., unless rescinded. The fire is […] The post Caribou-Targhee issues closure for Rim Trail Fire near Wyo/Idaho border appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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August mosquitoes carry West Nile virus risks

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2025/08/25

JACKSON, Wyo. — Based on a network of traps located across the valley, Teton County Weed and Pest (TCWP) directly linked weekly mosquito counts to whether or not property owners opt into its preventive treatment program, which entails using a drone to distribute a “pre-emergent larvicide.” TCWP Entomologist Mikenna Smith told Buckrail that the time […] The post August mosquitoes carry West Nile virus risks appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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National Park Service turns 109 today

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2025/08/25

UNITED STATES — On this day in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed an act known as the “Organic Act,” creating the National Park Service, a new federal bureau in the Department of the Interior. Today, the National Park Service is celebrating its 109th birthday. The “Organic Act” states that “the Service thus established shall promote […] The post National Park Service turns 109 today appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Wilson pathway roundabout construction planned for...

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2025/08/25

WILSON, Wyo. — A roundabout connecting pathways near the Stilson Transit Center will be constructed this week, according to an announcement by the Teton Mobility Corridor Improvements BUILD Grant Project. Work is scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and to continue until 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 29. Pathway users are encouraged […] The post Wilson pathway roundabout construction planned for this week appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Lace up! Registration now open for Old Bill’s Fun Run

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2025/08/25

Sign up for the annual fun run for charity! The post Lace up! Registration now open for Old Bill’s Fun Run appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Climbers’ Coalition launches community audit of...

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2025/08/25

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Teton Climbers’ Coalition (TCC) has launched a community audit of Rock Springs Buttress as part of its Climbing Area Modernization (CAM) Project, which was established in 2022. The Rock Springs Buttress is located on Bridger-Teton National Forest land, just south of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. According to TCC’s website, Rock Springs […] The post Climbers’ Coalition launches community audit of hardware at popular crag appeared first on Buckrail -

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Willow Creek Fire causes evacuations; Salt River Pass...

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2025/08/24

JACKSON, Wyo. — As of 1:20 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 24, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has opened US89 over Salt River Pass to all traffic, and evacuations have been ordered for the area directly north of Salt River Pass. The Willow Creek Fire, which caused the highway to close Saturday evening, has reached […]The post Willow Creek Fire causes evacuations; Salt River Pass back open to traffic appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Ribbon-cutting for Mike Yokel Park playground set for...

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2025/08/24

JACKSON, Wyo. — Construction of the new playground at Mike Yokel Park has been completed, and it will open to the public on Monday following a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The playground at the popular Kelly Street park closed in November 2024 for a full overhaul of the equipment. After delays due to missing parts, the […] The post Ribbon-cutting for Mike Yokel Park playground set for Monday appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Salt River Pass closes due to Willow Creek Fire

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2025/08/24

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has closed all lanes of US89 over Salt River Pass, south of Afton. At 6:57 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, WYDOT added an incident to its online travel map stating that the road is closed due to the Willow Creek Fire. The memo says that the […] The post Salt River Pass closes due to Willow Creek Fire appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Updated: Dollar Lake Fire an estimated 8,660 acres,...

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2025/08/23

UPDATE: BTNF updated its size estimate for the Willow Creek Fire around 3 p.m. following an aerial reconnaissance mission. Its new size is 1,700 acres. JACKSON, Wyo. — Wildfires on Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF) are growing significantly in warm, dry conditions. BTNF issued fire updates for both the Dollar Lake Fire and the Willow Creek […] The post Updated: Dollar Lake Fire an estimated 8,660 acres, Willow Creek Fire at 1,700 appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Heads up: South Park Boat Ramp to undergo maintenance...

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2025/08/23

JACKSON, Wyo. — The South Park Boat Ramp will undergo maintenance next week in order to allow easier access for incoming boats as Snake River levels continue to drop. According to a statement from Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation, Evans Construction crews will begin excavation at the base of the boat ramp around 8 a.m. […] The post Heads up: South Park Boat Ramp to undergo maintenance Tuesday appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Heads up: Crash reported on WY22, expect delays

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2025/08/22

JACKSON, Wyo. — A crash on WY22 was reported by the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) at 4:57 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22. “Travel lane blocked near Jackson at milepost 3,” WYDOT’s alert reads. “Be prepared to stop, expect delays.” Webcams indicate the incident occurred near the intersection with WY390. See WYDOT’s webcams for information, and the travel map for […] The post Heads up: Crash reported on WY22, expect delays appeared first on Buckrail -

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SNAPPED: Trumpeter swan cygnets thriving in GTNP

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2025/08/22

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — Trumpeter swans had a big summer in Grand Teton National Park (GTNP), according to a Facebook post by the park announcing a successful year for breeding pairs. In the social media post, GTNP said that three park pairs raised 12 cygnets this summer, which is “well above average!” “Once nearly […] The post SNAPPED: Trumpeter swan cygnets thriving in GTNP appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Last call for public comment on BTNF forest plan...

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2025/08/22

JACKSON, Wyo. — The 45-day window for public comment on Bridger-Teton National Forest’s (BTNF) draft assessment will close at the end of day, Sunday, Aug. 24. The current BTNF forest plan is more than 30 years old, and this draft assessment is one of the first steps in the forest plan revision process. The 70-page […] The post Last call for public comment on BTNF forest plan draft assessment appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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