Jackson Hole Airport will be getting a share of the $335-million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the Federal Aviation Administration that is being awarded to 80 airports in 25 states. U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao says the projects will advance safety, improve travel, generate jobs and provide other economic benefits for local communities. The … [Read more...] about Jackson Hole Airport Gets Fed Grant
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Western States Join in Tourism Pact
South Dakota and Wyoming have joined forces to promote travel to their states with the Black to Yellow tourism campaign. Running through this month, the campaign seeks to entice travelers to hit the road, traversing the scenic routes that wind from South Dakota’s majestic Badlands National Park to Wyoming’s iconic Yellowstone National Park. South Dakota's Governor Kristi Noem … [Read more...] about Western States Join in Tourism Pact
Abundant Critters Await Teton Visitors
Those who have been visiting Grand Teton National Park during its first week of being open since the COVID-19 closure began in March have found the wildlife to be abundant. Whether it’s Bear 399 and her four cubs or other park fauna, Park Spokesperson Denise Germann says being springtime, there are a lot of animals migrating, and a lot of babies in evidence. Germann said, “It’s … [Read more...] about Abundant Critters Await Teton Visitors
Wyoming High School Graduation Rate Improves for Sixth Year
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) announced today that high school graduation rates increased to 82.1% in 2018-19, marking the sixth consecutive year of improvement from the class of 2013, where 77.6% of students graduated. Full graduation rate statistics are available here. "Wyoming has reached the highest graduation rate under this methodology, which was put in place … [Read more...] about Wyoming High School Graduation Rate Improves for Sixth Year
Entries Open for Teton County Fair Rodeo on Monday
Calling all cowboys and cowgirls - entries for the 2019 Teton County Fair Rodeo will be held on Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16. This year’s Fair Rodeo will be produced by R and R Rodeo out of Green River, Wyoming. From Bull-riding to Parent/Child Team Roping, this year’s fair rodeo has it all. On Monday, timed-event entries will be open from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Then on … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Teton County Fair Rodeo on Monday
