“Because we live in such a high altitude, the lack of oxygen makes us more vulnerable to feeling depression. There’s a big correlation between being depressed and lack of oxygen. Mountain towns have higher rates of suicide.”
The combination of environmental and socioeconomic factors at play in Jackson can make the local community susceptible to seasonal affective disorder.
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Jackson community could be uniquely susceptible to seasonal affective disorder
JACKSON, Wyo. — The stretch of weeks between the beginning of daylight saving time and the winter solstice can lead to some of the shortest-feeling days of the year, with pre-5 p.m. […]
Elk Refuge Road closure begins Friday, Dec. 1
JACKSON, Wyo. — In conjunction with Bridger-Teton National Forest winter wildlife closures, a portion of the National Elk Refuge Road will be closed to public travel from Dec. 1 through April 30 to protect […]
Honeybee disease detected in Wyoming
LINCOLN COUNTY, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) recently notified registered apiaries, or bee keepers, in and within seven miles of Lincoln County, Wyoming to be proactive in the detection […]
Air stagnation advisory issued in Teton Valley, no controlled burns allowed
DRIGGS, Idaho — Teton County Fire and Rescue along with the Teton County (Idaho) Sheriff’s Office have alerted the public that stagnant air is trapped in the valley, and thus controlled burns […]
Petition seeks to ban aerial shooting of wildlife in Idaho national forests
BOISE, Idaho — On Tuesday, Nov. 28, wildlife conservation groups submitted a legal petition asking the U.S. Forest Service to immediately ban the aerial killing of wildlife in Idaho national forests. Aerial gunning […]
SNAPPED: Moose majesty
JACKSON, Wyo. — November is prime moose-spotting season here in the valley. Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer came across a gathering of moose at golden hour, snapping some arresting photos of the animals […]
Health Dept. updates seasonal vaccine clinic hours
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Teton County Health Department has adjusted the opening hours for its seasonal vaccine clinic, which will remain open through Thursday, Dec. 21. Effective Tuesday, Nov. 28, flu shots […]
GTNP adopts new fee structure for backcountry camping permits
MOOSE, Wyo. — Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) has announced changes to its backcountry camping permit fees, which will become effective on Jan. 10, 2024. Backcountry camping parties will now be charged […]
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