My daughter Traci gave me a book for Christmas that’s well worth the read: “Wyoming: A History of the American West,” by Sam Lightner Jr., a well-known former Jackson resident. Sam agreed to a question-and-answer session.

Here are a few stories that may make you think twice before setting out in that snowstorm.

In 1900, Albert and Ellen Mangum homesteaded near what’s now Teton Village. Both are interred there, with two of their children, among the condos. The story below is told in Ellen’s words, which she dictated to a granddaughter in the 1950s.

As Valentine’s Day draws near I am reminded of something a licensed professional counselor told me years ago about what makes for a successful relationship. She referred to it as “The Five T’s”: time, talk, tease, touch and trust. The couples I write about this week must have practiced this …

I received a phone call just before Christmas from Rebecca “Betty” Simpson Fleet, who lives in Oregon. She was born in Jackson Hole, delivered by Dr. Huff in 1928. Her mother, Effie Wilson Imeson Simpson, was the first white child born in Jackson Hole.

Fraud is a huge problem for all Americans, but often older Americans are specifically targeted with schemes designed to steal their money.

If you are a C.J. Box fan, get ready: His new Joe Pickett book, “Dark Sky,” is scheduled to come out March 2.

I have lived in East Jackson for 45 years. Most days when I take my walk I stroll around or through May Park. Each time I silently thank Wayne May for having the foresight to sell this precious piece of property to the town of Jackson. The 10 acres was zoned for duplexes and multifamily home…

Iasked Jacksonites to reflect on the local news stories of 2020 that had the greatest impact on them personally.

Last week I “circled the square” asking locals about their favorite memory of 2020 and what new memory they’d like to create in 2021.

We hold close the good memories from yesteryear. I asked those who grew up in Jackson Hole or are longtime residents for memories of Christmases past. I received over 500 comments. The nostalgia these residents and former residents feel for this valley is overwhelming. They loved everything …

This is a continuation of last week’s column about Derek Morrell, a deputy sheriff from Sweetwater County, and his K9 partner, Jara.

While channel surfing a few weeks ago, I came upon Dr. Phil’s show. Much to my surprise, there was Derek Morrell, a deputy sheriff from Sweetwater County, with his K9 partner Jara.

I was surprised to learn that there are several members of DAR in the Jackson area.

Generosity comes in many forms: caring, gifts, money, time and knowledge, to name a few. I imagine that all of us have witnessed generosity during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am humbled by the acts of kindness I have received during the past eight months. Many people are isolated and can’t see …

This is a continuation of last week’s Veterans Day column honoring my dad, who was a prisoner of war in Romania during World War II.

I was taught at an early age to love and respect my country. I had a 19-year-old uncle who just months before I was born was killed in action in Italy during World War II. I felt my family’s anguish.

Fifty years sure goes by fast.

Longtime resident Earle Layser, author of two award-winning Jackson Hole histories, has published another: “Jackson Hole’s Buried History.”

We have just 13 days to go until Election Day. My series on candidates for town and county government continues this week with the spotlight on Wes Gardner, who is running as an independent for a Teton County commissioner seat. I asked Wes three questions:

Election Day is three week away. This week I focused on two more two county commissioner candidates: Democrat Natalia D. Macker, an incumbent, and Republican Peter Long.