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Water Distribution Today
Potable Water is available for free at the Teton County Fairgrounds.

National Elk Refuge fields questions about what feeding elk could mean for Jackson Hole’s water
by Rebecca Huntington, WyoFile JACKSON—As National Elk Refuge leaders laid out long-term options for managing elk and bison wintering on the edge of Jackson, a discussion Tuesday turned to the northwestern Wyoming town’s water supply. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is…

National Elk Refuge fields questions about what feeding elk could mean for Jackson Hole’s water
by Rebecca Huntington, WyoFile JACKSON—As National Elk Refuge leaders laid out long-term options for managing elk and bison wintering on the edge of Jackson, a discussion Tuesday turned to the northwestern Wyoming town’s water supply. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is…

After ICE arrest, Jackson restaurant worker’s community springs into action
Federal agents detained Feride Bardakci at a bus stop Sept. 15 for allegedly overstaying her student visa. After learning of Wyoming community’s support, she plans to contest her removal.

Town Hall Open
Town Hall Offices will open on Friday, September 25, 2026.

Boil Water Advisory Lifted
The Town of Jackson and water systems that purchase water from the Town can stop following the Boil Water Advisory and return to using water as normal.

Teachers, hospital leaders launch $1M campaign to fight property tax ballot measure
by Evan Robinson-Johnson, KHOL 89.1FM with WyoFile In Wyoming’s wealthiest county, the median homeowner pays $6,312 each year in property tax, according to Teton County Assessor Mel Shinkle. Come November, that number could be sliced in half, providing relief for owners like…

Teachers, hospital leaders launch $1M campaign to fight property tax ballot measure
by Evan Robinson-Johnson, KHOL 89.1FM with WyoFile In Wyoming’s wealthiest county, the median homeowner pays $6,312 each year in property tax, according to Teton County Assessor Mel Shinkle. Come November, that number could be sliced in half, providing relief for owners like…

Parks and Rec Bleachers- Move to Fairgrounds
September 23, 2026, Jackson, Wyo. – Teton County/Jackson Parks & Recreation is in the process of transferring the two towable bleachers, historically requested and rented through Parks & Recreation, to the Teton County Fairgrounds for future use.

Today's Fire Danger is MODERATE
What does Moderate Fire Danger Mean?

2026 Construction Season
Check here for summaries and timing of construction projects that may impact travel. Drivers, bikers, walkers, and rollers are advised to seek alternate routes around construction activity. The Town appreciates everyone’s understanding.

August 2026 Newsletter
Watch how the Town of Jackson Public Works team builds and maintains our roads from the ground up. Learn about Council Action this month, how to secure bear attractants, the new Stilson Transit Center, and more.