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The Jackson Town Council will address cemetery policy updates during its regular meeting on March 17th, focusing on Aspen Hill Cemetery’s future. Public Works staff, led by Floren Poliseo and Cemetery Sexton Mike Halpin, will present current practices for plot purchases and burials, seeking council guidance on long-term planning. The agenda item, announced on March The post Jackson Town Council to Review Aspen Hill Cemetery Policies on St Patrick’s Day appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

On March 10th, Jaelin Kauf became the first American since Hannah Kearney in 2015 to win a FIS Freestyle Crystal Globe, securing the title with a first-place finish in the moguls event at the World Cup finals in Livigno, Italy. The competition, held as a test event for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics, also saw Charlie The post Jaelin Kauf Claims Historic Crystal Globe at Livigno World Cup Finals appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

The Teton Literacy Center announced on March 11th that Carisa Barnett will assume the role of Executive Director, effective May 1st, succeeding Laura Soltau. Based in Jackson, Wyoming, TLC shared the news in a letter to families, highlighting Barnett’s promotion from Associate Director. Since joining the organization in 2017, she has contributed significantly to program The post Teton Literacy Center Names Carisa Barnett as New Executive Director appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce announced on March 11th that the 44th annual Old West Days Festival will run from May 16th to May 26th in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This 11-day event highlights the region’s Western heritage with a range of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and cultural experiences. The festival features several key events. The post Jackson Hole Chamber Unveils 44th Annual Old West Days Festival for May 2025 appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

The Town of Jackson announced on March 11th that it is accepting applications for four vacant seats on the Board of Examiners, a volunteer group tasked with reviewing appeals related to building official decisions. These positions offer two-year terms beginning immediately and are open to town employees with trade experience. The application period runs through The post Jackson Seeks Applicants for 4 Open Board of Examiners Seats appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

The Town of Jackson will implement a Pay-As-You-Throw ordinance on August 1st, changing how residents and businesses pay for trash collection. Announced on March 7th, this new system shifts from a flat fee to a usage-based model, charging based on the amount of waste produced. Over 7,000 U.S. communities use this approach, which aims to The post Jackson will implement a Pay-As-You-Throw Law appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

Snow King Mountain in Jackson, Wyoming, will host its final Late Nights at the King and Season Pass Holder Appreciation Night on March 14th. The event, dubbed a Grill & Chill, marks the end of the ski season with $10 night skiing from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Mid-Rafferty and Cougar runs, with the The post Final Late Nights at the King appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.

On March 3rd, Teton County and the Town of Jackson officially endorsed the 2024 Community Wildfire Protection Plan during a joint meeting of the Town Council and Board of County Commissioners. Presented by Jackson Hole Fire/EMS, the plan serves as a detailed guide for reducing wildfire risks across Teton County. It was announced on March The post Teton County and Town of Jackson Endorse Wildfire Plan appeared first on Jackson Hole Radio.