On December 13th, US President-elect Donald Trump announced that Peter Lamelas, a 66-year-old physician from Jackson, will be the United States’ next ambassador to Argentina, replacing Marc Stanley following a confirmation hearing. Lamelas is not just a medical professional but also a notable Republican Party donor. He founded MD Now Urgent Care, which grew to…

As the holiday season approaches, Teton County residents are reminded that the Trash Transfer Station and Recycling Center will observe closures on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Here’s how you can plan your waste disposal over the festive period: Trash Transfer Station Closure: The station will resume normal operations on the days before and…

Lawsuit Challenges National Park Service’s Filming Permit Regulations On December 18, 2024, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service (NPS) to challenge the restrictive and potentially unconstitutional permit system for filming in national parks. This legal action aims to protect the First Amendment rights of photographers…

This Friday, December 20, marks the start of winter recreation on Teton Park Road, Moose-Wilson Road, and Signal Mountain Summit Road in Grand Teton National Park. This opens up opportunities for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and walking amidst the park’s stunning winter scenery. Road Grooming and Accessibility: Rules and Regulations: Additional Winter Activities: Safety and Wildlife…

Teton County Search & Rescue is pleased to announce that it will be expanding its team with a new class of volunteers in 2025. Currently, TCSAR comprises 38 dedicated volunteers, and the addition of new members not only brings fresh energy but also allows experienced volunteers to mentor and share their expertise, securing a robust…

Last week, Fall River Electric Cooperative sent out cash back checks amounting to more than $2.2 million to its owner-members as part of its patronage capital program. Operating as a nonprofit, the cooperative is uniquely owned by its customers, referred to as owner-members. When the co-op’s revenues surpass its expenses, the surplus becomes patronage capital…

The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole has recently enhanced its governance with the addition of three new board members, Jenny Felsinger, Doug Henderson, and Ian Macleod. These individuals bring a diverse set of experiences and talents to support the foundation’s mission of improving lives through philanthropic leadership. Julie O’Halloran, the current Board Chair, expressed enthusiasm…

Teton County marked a significant milestone last week with the completion and opening of the new Swinging Bridge. The event was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony and swing dancing, paying homage to the bridge’s unique name and recognizing the collaborative efforts behind this project. The newly constructed bridge now boasts two vehicle lanes and…

The Idaho State Police are currently investigating a tragic two-vehicle accident that occurred on US26 near Palisades, Idaho. The incident took place at approximately 2:16 PM on December 14, 2024, at milepost 391. According to the ISP, a 66-year-old male from Shelley, Idaho, was driving a 2018 Jeep Renegade eastbound when the vehicle unexpectedly crossed…