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Explainer: Dealing with bats

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2025/08/15

JACKSON, Wyo. — Ever woken up in the same room as a bat? In Jackson Hole, the boundary between the natural environment and human infrastructure is often porous. This month, a series of bat sightings inside Grand Teton National Park’s (GTNP) Jackson Lake Lodge prompted a renewed local focus on rabies awareness. Health officials are contacting […] The post Explainer: Dealing with bats appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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SNAPPED: Red dogs graze beneath Mount Moran, fiery skies

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2025/08/15

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer caught the Teton Bison Herd munching on grass for an evening snack this week. Talk about dinner with a view. Recognized for its relatively flat peak and wide stance, Mount Moran is the dominant peak in the northern Teton Range. The mountain is composed of multiple […] The post SNAPPED: Red dogs graze beneath Mount Moran, fiery skies appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Updated: GTNP Park Road accident reported; drivers...

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2025/08/15

UPDATE: A subsequent alert, which arrived at 7:29 p.m., noted that Teton Park Road was open. Original story follows. GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — A traffic incident on Grand Teton National Park’s (GTNP) inner Teton Park Road has led to traffic delays and possible road closures north of Jenny Lake Junction, according to an emergency alert […] The post Updated: GTNP Park Road accident reported; drivers asked to avoid area appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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SNAPPED: Christian Cooper extols joys of birding

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — A rapt audience listened to well-known birder Christian Cooper share stories of the birds he’s seen across the world Tuesday night at the Center. Cooper, author of “Better Living Through Birding: Notes from a Black Man in a Natural World,” appeared at a free event hosted by the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation. […] The post SNAPPED: Christian Cooper extols joys of birding appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Working dogs search for invasive plant species with...

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. —Jackson Hole Weed Management Association (JHWMA) and Teton County Weed and Pest (TCWP) are getting ready to launch this year’s Snake River Project in conjunction with Working Dogs for Conservation (WD4C). According to a press release from TCWP, the canines and handlers, along with rowers from JHWMA and TCWP, will be working in […] The post Working dogs search for invasive plant species with Snake River Project appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Heads up: Crash reported north of town

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) alerted drivers to a crash on US191/US26/US89 between Jackson and Moran Junction at milepost 170, noting that a travel lane was blocked at 2:54 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14. This comes almost exactly 24 hours after the agency reported another collision on the same highway. “Be […] The post Heads up: Crash reported north of town appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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GTMF’s Week 7 features Trombone Trifecta and...

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2025/08/14

Longtime GTMF friend James Ehnes completes this Brahms program with the violin concerto, an expansive symphony in its own right. The post GTMF’s Week 7 features Trombone Trifecta and violinist James Ehnes appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Local bookworms exceed summer reading goal

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — Nice work, summer readers! The Teton County Library ran its annual summer reading program, challenging the community to read a collective 2 million minutes between June 1 and Aug. 10. A total of 1,469 people participated in the challenge and read a combined 2,164,400 minutes, Adult Programs Coordinator Leah Shlachter told Buckrail. […] The post Local bookworms exceed summer reading goal appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Back to school: TCHD shares resources to understand,...

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — As the school year inches closer, now is a good time for parents to brush up on how to handle bullying if a child is experiencing it at school. The Teton County Health Department (TCHD) recently shared an article from CredibleMind on understanding and preventing bullying. CredibleMind has other resources about bullying […] The post Back to school: TCHD shares resources to understand, prevent bullying appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Jobs of the Week – August 14

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2025/08/14

Ready to take the next step in your career? Check out these local opportunities! The post Jobs of the Week – August 14 appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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48th annual Hoback Volunteer Fire barbecue happening...

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2025/08/14

HOBACK, Wyo. — The Hoback Volunteer Fire Department’s summer barbecue picnic is a staple event in the valley, and it’s happening this weekend. The 48th annual barbecue will take place just south of Munger Mountain Elementary School on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 12 to 3 p.m. The recommended donations for entry are $25 for adults, […] The post 48th annual Hoback Volunteer Fire barbecue happening Saturday appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Gov. Gordon activates up to 15 Wyo National Guard...

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2025/08/14

WYOMING — Gov. Mark Gordon approved the activation of the Wyoming National Guard to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the state. According to a press release from the governor’s office on Wednesday, Aug. 13, this collaboration is for the purpose of enabling “ICE agents to focus more directly on law enforcement operations.” […] The post Gov. Gordon activates up to 15 Wyo National Guard members to support ICE appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole,

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Red Flag Warning in effect until 8 p.m.

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — Critical fire weather conditions continue across western Wyoming on Thursday, Aug. 14. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued another Red Flag Warning that includes all of Teton County and both national parks, in effect until 8 p.m. NWS is observing low humidity coupled with above-normal temperatures and gusty winds, which could […] The post Red Flag Warning in effect until 8 p.m. appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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SNAPPED: Reader spots bison kicking up dust

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. — Cool shot alert! Buckrail reader Gabe Gregory captured this epic moment on a recent visit to the area. The bison rut is underway in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, leading to an increase in displays of aggression and bravado. Buckrail loves seeing reader-submitted photos! Send photos to tips@buckrail.com. The post SNAPPED: Reader spots bison kicking up dust appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Fire weather concerns with lightning and gusty winds...

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2025/08/14

JACKSON, Wyo. – A dry thunderstorm pattern will be in place through Friday with typical storms producing gusty winds and little rainfall, with an increased potential for lightning-triggered fires. On Saturday and Sunday, moisture levels will increase with the potential for thunderstorms to produce locally heavy rain. A Very Dry August So Far Teton County […] The post Fire weather concerns with lightning and gusty winds in the forecast appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Heads up: Crash reported north of town

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2025/08/13

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) alerted drivers to a crash on US191/US26/US89 at milepost 158.8, noting that a travel lane was blocked at 3:57 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13. “Be prepared to stop, expect delays,” WYDOT’s alert reads. Drivers can sign up for 511 Notify alerts here. See WYDOT’S travel map for additional details. The post Heads up: Crash reported north of town appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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WYOWatch: Bison graze under vibrant sunset

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2025/08/13

MORAN, Wyo. — Oh, give me a home… Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer came across a herd of bison grazing under flaming red clouds earlier this week near Moran. Bison are in their rut season, meaning tempers can run hot. Be sure to give bison more than the customary 25 yards of space during mating season. The post WYOWatch: Bison graze under vibrant sunset appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Wyo news icons purchase, revive Pinedale Roundup,...

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2025/08/13

PINEDALE, Wyo. — Six days after News Media Corporation closed down the Pinedale Roundup and seven other local newspapers in rural Wyoming, a deal has been reached and the papers will be revived and resume publication immediately. The Pinedale Roundup posted an announcement to Facebook on Tuesday, Aug. 12, accompanied by a photo of the […] The post Wyo news icons purchase, revive Pinedale Roundup, ‘legacy’ papers appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Sen. Eric Barlow to run for governor

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2025/08/13

WYOMING — More than a year ahead of the 2026 election, a gubernatorial candidate has thrown his hat into the ring. Sen. Eric Barlow, a Republican representing Campbell County in the Wyoming Senate, announced his intention to run on Tuesday. “I love Wyoming,” his announcement reads. “I love her honest, hard-working people whose grit and independent […] The post Sen. Eric Barlow to run for governor appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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Who’s feeling ‘Angry August’ vibes?

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2025/08/13

JACKSON, Wyo. — Readers, it’s that time of year again. Patience can run thin after a busy summer in a tourist destination. We want to hear from locals about how they’re feeling this summer. Please fill out the survey above for the chance to be featured in an upcoming story. Snap any good photos of peak […] The post Who’s feeling ‘Angry August’ vibes? appeared first on Buckrail - Jackson Hole, news.

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