Buckrail, Jackson Hole, WY News for 1/24/2023

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“It is the state of Wyoming’s obligation to ensure that the sign at the top of Teton Pass that reads, ‘Howdy stranger; Yonder is Jackson Hole; The Last of the Old West,’ remains true for generations to follow.”

A new bill in the Wyoming Legislature seeks to designate the Teton County Fairgrounds as a state historic site, protecting it from being used for housing development.

Today’s Top Stories

Another big turnout for Wyoming’s 2022 Cut-Slam challenge

WYOMING — It was another successful year for anglers across Wyoming involved in the Wyoming Cutt – Slam, a fishing challenge offered by Wyoming Game and Fish (WGFD). The Cutt-Slam capped its 26th year […]

Annual Stage Stop race kicks off Friday on Town Square

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race is back for its 28th year with the ceremonial start on Jackson’s Town Square, Friday, Jan. 27. Events begin at 5 p.m. […]

Three abortion bills hit the docket

WyoFile by Madelyn Beck Legislators in Cheyenne have introduced three abortion bills so far this year. Two would further restrict access to abortion services, while a third would return Wyoming’s abortion policy […]

House bill aims to make Teton County Fairgrounds a state historic site

JACKSON, Wyo. — A recently introduced bill in the Wyoming Legislature seeks to designate the Teton County Fairgrounds as a state historic site, protecting it from being used for housing development. HB218, […]

Last week for Christmas tree drop-off at the Fairgrounds

JACKSON, Wyo. — Christmas tree drop-off at the Teton County Fairgrounds ends next Tuesday, Jan. 31. Tree drop-off at the Fairgrounds is for residents only and trees should be completely undecorated when […]

Crosswalk Safety Bill to be heard in House Transportation Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A bill that would authorize the use of video systems on official traffic control devices to monitor pedestrian safety at school zone crosswalks will be heard by the House […]

Strong local showing at this weekend’s IFSA Junior Freeride Competition

TETON VILLAGE, Wyo. — This weekend, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s Toliet Bowl was the site of the 10th Annual Junior International Freeskiers Association (IFSA) Regional competition. The spirit of freeride was in […]

SNAPPED: Annual Driggs Snowscapes transforms snow into sculpture

DRIGGS, Idaho — The 11th Annual Driggs Snowscapes wrapped this weekend with a community block party and voting day at Driggs City Plaza. As the largest public art display in Teton Valley, […]