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“Our smallest animals play important roles on the Refuge.”

Minifauna species in Jackson Hole are notable in their own right and also integral to the ecosystem.

Today’s Top Stories

SNAPPED: Low water levels in Jackson Lake dry up Colter Bay

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — The seasons change dramatically here in Jackson, and some years it’s not only the snow on the mountains that indicates the shift. Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer went […]

Greys River Road to undergo dust abatement on Thursday

ALPINE, Wyo. — The Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF) stated Monday that crews will be treating portions of the Greys River Road on Thursday, Aug. 27. Contractors are scheduled to apply magnesium chloride […]

Gov. Gordon lowers flags across Wyoming for death of Dolly Parton

WYOMING — Gov. Mark Gordon ordered all flags in the state to be lowered to half-staff out of respect for country music icon Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday, Aug. 25. Gordon’s order […]

Considering minifauna in Jackson Hole

JACKSON, Wyo. — Changing seasons highlight many of the charismatic megafauna in Jackson Hole as the elk are bugling, the moose are mating and the bears are increasing their feeding activity, but […]

Know before you go: Huckleberry season in BTNF

JACKSON, Wyo. — Despite an unusual berry crop this year, there are still wild huckleberries to be found in the valley. Before heading out onto Bridger Teton National Forest (BTNF) land to […]

Reader Poll: Tell us about your memorable wildlife encounters

JACKSON, Wyo. — Any resident that has been in the valley long enough probably has a story or two about a memorable wildlife encounter. This week, Buckrail is interested in learning about […]

Hunters urged to remain aware of mental health, suicide risks

Editor’s note: The social media post that was shared by Teton County Health Department was created by the Community Prevention Coalition of Teton County. The article has been edited to reflect this. […]

Gregory Lane utilities nearly complete; paving, sidewalks to come next

JACKSON, Wyo. — As the school year draws closer, and cool morning temps signal an imminent change in seasons, Buckrail checked in with the Town of Jackson (TOJ) to see how construction […]