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🌱 What Jackson entrepreneurs told the governor about housing, growth and Wyoming’s future.

Good morning Jackson! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Jackson entrepreneurs told the governor about housing, growth and Wyoming’s future.
  • How a new Cancer Center could spare Jackson patients long road trips
  • Could your Jackson student-athlete qualify for this new full-ride scholarship?

Also on today's calendar: Laff Staff Improv Comedy Show.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Some a.m. snow; cloudy, cold, with a high of 35 and low of 18 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as cold, temps: high: 46, low: 22.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 60 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Governor fields frustrations from Wyoming business leaders at Jackson venture summit (wyomingpublicmedia.org) — A statewide venture summit at Jackson’s SpringHill Suites brought Gov. Mark Gordon and about 70 entrepreneurs together to air frustrations about housing, business climate, and Wyoming’s resistance to change. Local founders, including a Jackson-based tech company, described how high housing costs and limited capital push firms to leave the state, while Gordon outlined energy and data-center plans and urged voters to hold local officials accountable.
   

2. For local cancer patients, the road to healing is about to get shorter (buckrail.com) — Local cancer patients in Jackson may soon avoid long trips to Idaho Falls as St. John’s Health moves ahead with a new Cancer Center that will finally offer radiation therapy close to home. Backed by a $25 million fundraising campaign from the St. John’s Health Foundation, the project aims to keep patients, care, and healthcare dollars in Teton County while easing emotional and financial burdens.
   

3. JH Ski Club, Community School launch Max Martin Memorial Scholarship fund (buckrail.com) — A new Max Martin Memorial Scholarship is offering full Jackson Hole Community School tuition plus Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Club training costs to one local student-athlete each year. Created in memory of lifelong Jackson skier and coach Max Martin with a $200,000 founding gift, the fund supports kids who embody his passion for skiing, academics, leadership and community.
   

4. Police Blotter, April 15 (jhnewsandguide.com) — Local law enforcement recently arrested a Victor woman after she crashed on Teton Pass while driving home from Jackson and allegedly recorded a high blood alcohol level. In a separate incident, deputies picked up a Jackson man on a warrant after he missed a required sobriety check at Teton County Jail. Both cases highlight ongoing DUI and compliance enforcement in the valley.
   

5. State Superintendent launches 'Wyoming Patriot Schools' program (moorcroftleader.com) — A new statewide “Wyoming Patriot Schools” program was just launched in Jackson to recognize schools that emphasize civic education, patriotism, and community service. Local ties include connections to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort ownership and opportunities for area schools to apply. Designated schools will be honored each Veterans Day based on civics teaching, traditions, and student engagement.
   

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    Saturday April 18
  • Intro to Tech
    Center for the Arts, 240 S Glenwood St, Jackson
    3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • CRH Plc. posted a job opening for Crusher Equipment Operator (Jackson, WY, US, 83001) in Jackson. Apply here.
  • Bradley-Morris, Inc. posted a job opening for Field Service Technician in Jackson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jackson here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Jackson

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Jackson

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.