Category News from Jackson Hole

Some Restrictions Relaxed

Riddell Urges Face Masks in Reopening

 Teton District Health Officer, Travis Riddell, MD, has announced that two County Public Health Recommendations related to travel will be revoked on May 8, 2020. Dr. Riddell’s announcement comes on the heels of a similar statement made by Wyoming Governor…

Firewood Permits Available

Bridger-Teton National Forest will start selling firewood permits for personal use beginning May 15th. The cost is seven dollars per cord with a five-cord minimum purchase. Those permits are valid for the calendar year only. District offices will conduct business…

Gas Prices Drop

Gasoline prices continue to fall, both locally and across the nation. A survey of nine stations in Jackson this week shows the average price for gasoline here has remained steady at $1.61 per gallon of unleaded regular, with prices at…

Dust Closes ID 33

The Idaho Transportation Department was forced to close Highway 33 between Newdale and Tetonia yesterday, first because of high winds kicking up dust and obscuring visibility, and then because of a multi-vehicle accident there. Sheriff’s deputies and fire units were…