The Town of Jackson will have to answer to a wrongful termination lawsuit brought by a former police lieutenant who claims he was forced out of his job as a result of a hostile work environment and an anti-law enforcement sentiment that swept through the liberal community.
The wealthiest county in the nation — by a long shot — Teton County’s average per capita income in 2021 jumped 44% over the year before. At $318,000 per year, it’s more than $120,000 than second place Pitkin County, Colorado, home to Aspen.
Teton County wasn’t always a Democratic oasis in a sea of Republican Red in Wyoming – but it is now. And it doesn’t appear to be shifting back any time soon.
Teton County flipping from majority Democrat to Republican is a prime example of why Wyoming needs runoffs elections, Rep. Chip Neiman told Cowboy State Daily on Wednesday.
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If a major earthquake were to hit Teton County, the local courthouse would likely not survive the impact, county judges and the sheriff recently told the county’s board of commissioners.
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An Ohio man died on Tuesday following an accident that occurred while he was rafting in Class IV rapids on the Gros Ventre River in Teton County.
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The housing is earmarked for personnel who work in 13 different “essential” areas. These include law enforcement and emergency services, senior center employees, childcare and literacy workers among others.
A plan to house energy company workers in Jackson so they can rapidly respond to power outages has been approved by Teton County Commissioners despite opposition from neighbors.
Officials at the Jackson Hole Airport say 90% of the runway, which is currently being replaced, will be re-used rather than hauled off and discarded. “It will be the most environmentally respectful runway in the US,” said the airport manager.
This year, Teton County — the wealthiest county in the U.S. — has a market value of $34 billion. Most residents saw property tax increases of between 30 – 50% over the last year.
Despite the dire need of housing in Jackson — with rents topping $3,600 a month and houses averaging $3 million — Teton County Planning denied WYDOT the ability to build housing on state property for its employees who can’t afford to live there.
The average income for Teton County residents is the highest in the nation at $312,442.
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Two members of the Teton County Commission on Tuesday signaled concern when hearing about a new webpage that enables residents to report on mask violations in Jackson and surrounding areas.
Dr. Travis Riddell put the order in place on Thursday afternoon and it will expire after Sept. 4 unless the Teton County Board of Commissioners or the Jackson Town Council, or both, decide to extend it.
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Teton County Search and Rescue spent their evening looking for two different groups of hikers who’d been reported as returning home late.
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The $10 million dollar gift made by the Hughes Charitable Foundation is the single largest private donation toward affordable housing in the history of Teton County.
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Guest columnist B. Wayne Hughes, Jr. writes: “And to those that say ‘the problem cannot be solved so why try?’ – they need to look into their hearts and realize that ‘There, but for the grace of God, go I.’ It may not make a difference to you, but it does to someone you know.
Start Caring.”
Apartment and house rental rates in Teton County are 61% more expensive than the rest of the state.
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Teton County’s mask order is expected to end May 7 instead of May 17 as originally planned, the county health department announced Thursday.
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Teton County has extended its mask order requiring people to wear face coverings while in public places until May 17, two months after Gov. Mark Gordon discontinued the statewide mandate.
Teton County has been granted a variance to keep its mask mandate in place until at least mid-April, the county health department announced Friday.
The Jackson Town Council on Monday unanimously approved the staging of the 2021 Snow Devils World Championship Hill Climb event March 25 through 28 with a cap of 1,000 attendees permitted in the venue.
Eight snowmobilers were saved this week by Teton County Search and Rescue after becoming lost on Beartooth Pass.
Teton County residents are expected to live longer than most of the people in the United States
“It’s not a time to let our guard down,” Dr. Travis Riddell said. “We’re urging everyone in Teton County to err on the side of caution, especially those who may have more frequent interaction with others or are at higher risk.”
The “stay at home” order is different from the more restrictive “shelter in place” orders seen in other areas because a “stay at home” order allows people to go outside.
“We’re gonna let the numbers climb, allow hospitals to get inundated and watch people die,” said Teton County spokesperson Kristen Waters
