Doug McLaren was a member of the 10th Mountain Infantry Division during World War II, serving as a staff sergeant from 1943 to 1946. It was the only mountain division ever formed, and it was part of the U.S. Army.
On Memorial Day we honor and mourn all soldiers who died during service to the nation. It began during the American Civil War when citizens placed flowers on the graves of those who had been killed in battle and was called Decoration Day. After World War I the day became known as Memorial Da…
The Elks Lodge No. 1713 celebrated mothers on May 14 with a gourmet brunch at the Senior Center of Jackson Hole. A steak and egg brunch with side dishes and dessert was served to 150 guests. As always the mimosas were a favorite. Carnations were given to all the mothers and a short program w…
Mother’s Day is a reminder to cherish and honor the love and support that we receive from our mothers every day. It is a time to reflect on the role that mothers play in our lives.
I was so excited to go back to New Orleans. Not for the food and music, but to go to the National World War II Museum.
Here are some headlines from the Jackson Hole Guide dated April of 1973 — 50 years ago.
My questions to readers are usually lighthearted but this one is serious. I asked folks to tell about being bullied while attending Jackson schools. Some of the replies were devastating.
It’s time to become more healthy and healthful. Aqua aerobics is an excellent way to get started.
I don’t know very many 4-year-olds, and I was curious about what someone of that age is thinking and what interests them.
This is a continuation of Snow King ski stories that ran a few weeks ago. They are so good, I just had to keep sharing them.
Jake Landino and Jack Jenkins were just 8 years old in 2014 when they were playing as “Mites” with Jackson Youth Hockey. They played in dozens of travel tournaments over the next nine years.
There is never a dull moment when experiencing the outdoors in Jackson Hole. I asked readers to share an experience that they had with wildlife (good or bad) while recreating in the area.
I know that Valentine’s Day has passed but love stories are so fun to hear. These folks shared their stories of first dates and first loves.
Dec. 3, 1983, was supposed to be our day, the day Jean and I had set for the wedding ceremony in Jackson. Instead, Mother Nature laughed at our puny human plans and said, “Watch this.”
Neil Rafferty constructed a rope tow from an oil rig cable salvaged from Casper in 1939 on Snow King Mountain. Skiers attached themselves with leather girths and metal bars. In those days the Ski Club had six members. They were the only people who could ski downhill without killing themselve…
Dan Thomasma died on Jan. 13. He was a beloved member of our community. Last Father’s Day his daughter Melissa paid tribute to him in this column. To honor his memory, I am running that column again.
Roy Garton got his start in acting while growing up in Jackson Hole. He was cast as an extra in the TV series “The Monroes.” From there followed an appearance on the television series “Then Came Bronson.” One of the most popular television programs to be shot in Roy’s hometown was the pilot …
It was around Labor Day in 1957 when Ann and Ben Ruehr camped at a spot known as the “Gros Ventre Primitive Campground,” located one-third of a mile south of Gros Ventre Junction, just to the west of Highway 89. This campground was listed as the only camping option in that area. The camping …
I asked Jacksonites to reflect on local news stories of 2022 that had the greatest impact on them personally. Here is what they shared.
When I asked folks to talk about their best or worst New Year’s Eve in Jackson Hole, I was thinking I would hear stories about wild partying at the Cowboy, Rancher, Virginian or The Wort.
As the year 2022 draws to a close, I asked several valley residents to tell us their favorite memories of the past year.
Of all the old-timers that I met while working at the Jackson Hole Senior Center, I would have to say that Bob Kranenberg was rated among the top as being most unforgettable. He had an even disposition and was so generous with his time. He was a great handyman and was so good to help many wi…
This is a continuation of Rod Newcomb’s story of attempts for passive avalanche protection for the Glory Bowl avalanche path on Teton Pass. Sometime during the night of Jan. 21-22, 1969, during a storm, a large avalanche released from Glory Bowl and ran full track, removing all the water and…
Rod Newcomb founded the American Avalanche Institute in 1974. He has taught avalanche courses all over the country. He was honored by the American Avalanche Association in 2004. He was once the owner and guide at Exum. Rod is 89 years old and is still active in the field. Here he writes the …
A few years ago Pope Francis stated that the most influential people in society are actually the normal folks, through their everyday kind gestures. He called such people “the artisans of the common good.” Small deeds express love for our community. I looked around our community and found th…
It wasn’t on my bucket list. I didn’t want to go. I was kicking and screaming all the way to the airport.
I know that Halloween has come and gone. Even though I am a couple of weeks late, I want to share this scary story sent to me by J.R. Herzberg. He tells us about a house that was haunted after murders occurred in the house in Teton County in 1969.
The general election is less than a week away. There are two candidates running for House District 22: independent Bob Strobel and Republican Andrew Byron. I am also including Teton County Commission candidate Wes Gardner in this interview. See othe commission candidates’ answers in the Oct.…
Election day is less than two weeks away. This week the spotlight is on three candidates who are running for the Wyoming Senate District 17: Republican Steve Duerr, Democrat Mike Gierau, and Libertarian Amanda Padilla.
This week’s questions are directed at three County Commission candidates: Democrat Luther Propst, an incumbent, and Republicans Tom Segerstrom and Kasey Mateosky.
This week my series of interviews with candidates continues with Republican Paul Vogelheim and Democrat Liz Storer, who are running for State House District 23, and Republican, Jim McCollum, who is running for District 16.
This is an election year for several key government offices. I have asked the candidates questions so that we can get to know them on a more personal level. This column will continue until all candidates running with opposition have a chance to answer. Not all have responded. Early voting be…
I asked readers for law enforcement stories from days gone by. Many times the stories mentioned former Jackson police officer Loyd Laker. He began his long career in 1968 and retired in the early 2000s. He was a Wyoming native, born in Star Valley. When he was drafted into the United States …
The board and management of Pioneer Homestead Apartments hosted an outdoor barbecue for their residents last week. Fifty guests enjoyed a delicious meal catered by Bubba’s Bar-B-Que.
This week I feature Q&A with two more Jackson Town Council candidates, Arne Jorgensen and Devon Viehman so voters can get to know them. The general election is Nov. 8. Early voting has already begun.
Josiah “Si” Ferrin came to Jackson in 1893 and staked a claim in 1907 on Buffalo Bench land. Eventually he owned 3,629 acres called the Elk Ranch. Si was known as the “cattle king of Wyoming.” The ranch is now part of Grand Teton National Park. Si had 14 children, and not one descendent live…
Lawmakers are scheduled to consider five draft trespass-related bills in mid-September, including measures that would criminalize aerial photography of prisons, flying drones “into the immediate reaches” of airspace over private property and crossing private property to collect antlers on pu…
With Labor Day just around the corner, I thought it fitting to ask a few locals about their careers — what life was like for them before retirement.
Ann Smith and her family moved to Jackson Hole in 1981, as her husband was hired at Grand Teton National Park. Her two sons, Greg (aka Tyler) and Tucker, were leaving for college. In the summers they worked for Barker Ewing float trips. The boys moved away, but six years ago Greg was diagnos…
Rod Newcomb has great stories and he is always willing the share. Here he tells us how Dick’s Ditch got its name.
“You make life sweeter!” That was the theme of the Teton County Library staff and Book Nook volunteers’ appreciation event held recently at the library. (The Alta library staff will have a separate appreciation event.) Hosted by the Friends of Teton County Library board of directors, the sta…
Kate Budge loves riding and everything about horses. I caught up with her at the Teton County Fair, where she had just finished a competition at the 4-H Horse Show and was on her way to another one.
This is a brief history of the Jackson Hole Ski Corporation, which was written and generously given to me by Rod Newcomb. Long-timers of Jackson Hole will recognize the names of the people who made the resort a reality.
Jackson Hole native Byron Tomingas sent me this interesting story:
My dear mother, Ruth Hartzell Trout, passed away last Thursday at Sage Living. Her heart stopped while she was sleeping. She was almost 99 years old and had been suffering from dementia for the last three years. There are few events in life as hard as losing a parent.
Animal welfare specialist Rebecca Tinnes, better known as Cupcake, a midwest animal-loving farm girl, came to Jackson Hole to explore and find a free Western lifestyle in 1988. In 2004 she had the vision to create the Animal Adoption Center. She has written a book, “Take Me Home,” which take…
Teton Theater opened its doors in 1941 and closed in 2015. Almost everyone who grew up in Jackson Hole has good memories of the theater. Hand Fire Pizza now sits at that location. Many people shared memories of their time spent in this theater. First dates, first kiss, fights in the back, sm…
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