Buckrail, Jackson Hole, WY News for 12/15/2022

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“Out of the 22 U.S. airports participating in the Transporation Security Administration Screening Partnership Program, JAC is the only one to employ its security screening officers.”
For the first time in two decades, the TSA has denied JAC’s bid to continue its private security screening contract.

Today’s Top Stories

Gov. Gordon bans TikTok on state devices, networks

WYOMING — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has banned TikTok from all state electronic devices and networks due to cybersecurity concerns, announced his office this afternoon. In recent months, TikTok, a popular short-form, […]

SNAPPED: Winter sunrise in GTNP

JACKSON, Wyo. — Winter is in full swing in Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) with snow stacking up and over-snow access now open. Wintering wildlife can also be seen out and about […]

After 20 years, TSA denies JH Airport private security contract

JACKSON, Wyo. — For the first time in two decades, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has denied the Jackson Hole Airport’s bid to continue its private security screening contract. In the last […]

White House reveals winter COVID-19 plans, more free tests

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is again making some free COVID-19 tests available to all U.S. households as it unveils its contingency plans for potential coronavirus surges this winter. After a three-month hiatus, the administration […]

Future of Astoria Bridge and access route remains uncertain

Editor’s Note: This last paragraph was updated to reflect the historical use of the Johnny Counts emergency access route as a Forest Service administrative access-only route. JACKSON, Wyo. — The Astoria Bridge, […]

Local artists showcased at Westbank storefront

WILSON, Wyo. — NEST Jackson Hole, located in the Aspens shopping plaza, is currently showcasing the artwork of several emerging local female artists. The exhibition kicked off last Thursday, Dec. 8 with […]

Tonight: Workforce welcome event at the Lodge at Jackson Hole

JACKSON, Wyo. — Tonight, the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and Wyoming Workforce Services will host a free event to welcome and celebrate the valley’s diverse workforce. Whether a foreign or domestic […]

WYDOT urges travelers to stay on main highways, roads

WYOMING — The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is urging travelers across the state to stick to main roads and highways throughout the winter months to avoid getting stranded on unplowed alternative […]