Buckrail Daily: How is this winter affecting you? // Record turnout for Moose Day // 9 Republicans vying for U.S. House seat

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“After combining this year’s Moose Day data with WGFD’s aerial survey numbers, a total of 289 moose were accounted for in the Jackson Herd. “

Volunteers participated in a collaborative moose census, a partnership between local and federal agencies.

Today’s Top Stories

Readers: How has this winter affected you?

JACKSON, Wyo. — Folks, let’s be frank. It’s been a strange winter. The winter recreation opportunities that historically have drawn hordes of visitors to the […]

John Romero-Martinez becomes ninth Republican vying for U.S. House seat

WYOMING — Yet another Republican has announced a campaign to fill Wyoming’s lone U.S. House of Representatives seat as Harriet Hageman departs it. John Romero-Martinez […]

Researchers continue to help whitebark pines despite threats in nature

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — Whitebark pine trees, gentle giants high in the mountains, are an important part of the Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) landscape, but the species faces increasing threats […]

Spring clothing drive, giveaway happening at library next week

JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County Library and the Spread the Love Commission will collect and distribute free spring clothing, gear, shoes and hygiene items at an event next week. The “Love Your Neighbor” […]

Record-setting volunteer crew counts 103 moose in annual census

JACKSON, Wyo. — Results have been released from a collaborative moose census that took place in February through a partnership between local and federal agencies. Volunteers observed 103 moose on Moose Day, […]

YNP scientists use satellite imagery to detect snow-free thermal zones

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — This week’s Caldera Chronicles column, written by student contractor with the U.S. Geological Survey Connor Phillips, describes how high-resolution satellite imagery is used to detect and monitor thermal […]

SNAPPED: Great thaw begins

JACKSON, Wyo. — Record warmth this month has pulverized most snow at lower elevations, and now it’s working its magic on frozen bodies of water. Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer checked in on Jackson […]

Race for House seat widens with addition of Moran’s Frank Chapman

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to include the full slate of Republican candidates competing for the House seat. MORAN, Wyo. — A local Republican candidate is joining the crowded race […]