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Cooler and wetter pattern ahead for mid-August

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Cooler and wetter pattern ahead for mid-August

JACKSON, Wyo. – A cooler and wetter pattern will take hold from Thursday to Saturday, with showers and thunderstorms, below average temperatures, and a reduction in wildfire smoke expected. A relatively active…

by Buckrail Meteorologist Alan Smith August 12, 2026, 7:00 pm

July visitation in Yellowstone shows 2% decline from last year

July visitation in Yellowstone shows 2% decline from last year

by Monica Stout August 12, 2026, 5:00 pm

Bare Fire smaller than initially estimated, 5% contained as of Wednesday

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Bare Fire smaller than initially estimated, 5% contained as of Wednesday

by Hannah Trask August 12, 2026, 4:00 pm

County commission candidates share ideas for harnessing local wealth, or not

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County commission candidates share ideas for harnessing local wealth, or not

by Marianne Zumberge August 12, 2026, 2:00 pm

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July 2026 was Jackson’s hottest month since 2007, but rainfall was above average

by Buckrail Meteorologist Alan Smith August 5, 2026, 7:20 pmAugust 5, 2026, 7:42 pm

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SNAPPED: New Stilson Transit Center officially opens

Attendees mingle around the entrance to the new Stilson Transit Center prior to the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Deer fawns are out and about

Whitetail deer seen in Yellowstone National Park in 2018. Photo: Neal Herbert // National Park Service

SNAPPED: Wildfire smoke wafts through Teton canyons

Smoke drifts through canyons in the Teton Range on Sunday, Aug. 2. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Fireweed thrives along Teton Pass

Wildflowers add a dash of color to the roadside scenery on WY22. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Local dogs make most of hot summer

Otis and Charles in the Snake River. Photo: Martha MacEachern

SNAPPED: Swift swine evade muddy contestants at pig wrestling event

Pig wrestling contestants chase a pig at the Teton County Fair on July 23. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Nostalgia in the air at the Teton County Fair

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

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SNAPPED: Moose politely uses pathway, cyclist avoids conflict

A moose moseys down the pathway in Emily Stevens Park. Photo: Marianne Zumberge // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Slide into the past with a look at Jackson Hole decades ago

The corner of Cache and Broadway in 1968. Look closely to see the Wort Hotel, which suffered a historic fire in 1980. Photo provided by Arie Rotshtein

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Wyo state archaeologist involved in new study on genetic history of bison

Wyo state archaeologist involved in new study on genetic history of bison

by Monica Stout August 12, 2026, 1:00 pm

Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight

Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight

by Buckrail Staff August 12, 2026, 12:00 pmAugust 12, 2026, 12:01 pm

SUN Bucks summer food program application closes at end of month

SUN Bucks summer food program application closes at end of month

by Hannah Trask August 12, 2026, 9:00 am

Game and Fish: Sage-grouse leks saw decreased attendance in spring

Game and Fish: Sage-grouse leks saw decreased attendance in spring

by Monica Stout August 11, 2026, 7:00 pm

Housing Authority seeks consultant for ‘naturally occurring affordable housing’ study

Housing Authority seeks consultant for ‘naturally occurring affordable housing’ study

by Hannah Trask August 11, 2026, 5:00 pm

County commission candidates talk transportation options

County commission candidates talk transportation options

by Marianne Zumberge August 11, 2026, 2:00 pmAugust 11, 2026, 3:13 pm

Jackson Town Hall to undergo exterior improvements, new coat of paint

Jackson Town Hall to undergo exterior improvements, new coat of paint

by Monica Stout August 11, 2026, 10:00 am

Updated: Bear encounter closes History Trail in Teton Pass area

Updated: Bear encounter closes History Trail in Teton Pass area

by Marianne Zumberge August 11, 2026, 9:43 amAugust 11, 2026, 3:35 pm

Free Perseid meteor shower stargazing event set for Weds. night in R Park

Free Perseid meteor shower stargazing event set for Weds. night in R Park

by Marianne Zumberge August 11, 2026, 9:00 am

Reader poll: What is affordable housing to you?

Reader poll: What is affordable housing to you?

by Hannah Trask August 10, 2026, 7:00 pm

Health Dept. survey asks where residents look for health information

Health Dept. survey asks where residents look for health information

by Monica Stout August 10, 2026, 5:00 pm

County commission candidates weigh in on current housing policies

County commission candidates weigh in on current housing policies

by Marianne Zumberge August 10, 2026, 2:15 pm

Heads up: Collision reported on WY22 near Stilson

Heads up: Collision reported on WY22 near Stilson

by Marianne Zumberge August 10, 2026, 1:46 pmAugust 10, 2026, 2:07 pm

Jobs of the Week – August 10

Jobs of the Week – August 10

by Sponsored by Buckrail Jobs August 10, 2026, 1:30 pm

Angi Bruce resigns suddenly as head of Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Angi Bruce resigns suddenly as head of Wyoming Game and Fish Department

by WyoFile August 10, 2026, 1:00 pm

Wildfire near Lander prompts Fremont County evacuations

Wildfire near Lander prompts Fremont County evacuations

by Marianne Zumberge August 10, 2026, 10:56 amAugust 10, 2026, 10:56 am

Some County roads to undergo routine maintenance starting Aug. 11

Some County roads to undergo routine maintenance starting Aug. 11

by Monica Stout August 10, 2026, 9:00 am

After three decades, the Bunnery passes to new owner with Philly roots

After three decades, the Bunnery passes to new owner with Philly roots

by Hannah Trask August 9, 2026, 9:00 am

Housing glossary: Discerning jargon surrounding residential development

Housing glossary: Discerning jargon surrounding residential development

by Hannah Trask August 8, 2026, 9:00 am

Smokey Bear turns 82 on Sunday

Smokey Bear turns 82 on Sunday

by Marianne Zumberge August 7, 2026, 7:00 pm

Bighorn National Forest bear lethally removed after trying to enter tents

Bighorn National Forest bear lethally removed after trying to enter tents

by Monica Stout August 7, 2026, 5:00 pm

Half-acre Granite Fire discovered near Green River Lakes Trailhead

Half-acre Granite Fire discovered near Green River Lakes Trailhead

by Monica Stout August 7, 2026, 4:06 pmAugust 7, 2026, 4:06 pm

Panelists discuss importance of strong river community for conservation

Panelists discuss importance of strong river community for conservation

by Monica Stout August 7, 2026, 3:00 pm

137 personnel fighting 800-acre Bare Fire

137 personnel fighting 800-acre Bare Fire

by Marianne Zumberge August 7, 2026, 2:00 pm

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