Jackson Unpacked

BONUS: In this extended conversation, KHOL interviews Superintendent of Grand Teton National Park Chip Jenkins about the role of public lands, wildlife management and backcountry safety. 

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Feb. 18]: A rundown of week one of the Wyoming State Legislature’s 2022 budget session. KHOL interviews Superintendent of Grand Teton National Park Chip Jenkins about the role of public lands and backcountry safety. From Telluride, some airports are trying to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Plus, a conversation with the Jackson-grown band BIVWACK, and KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Feb. 11]: Recreational hockey leagues in Jackson and Teton Valley are building community on and off the ice. KHOL interviews longtime DJ Cut la Whut about how the local party scene has changed. Spanish-language correspondent Alicia Unger reports on the history of tamales and their special connection to Tlaxcala, Mexico. Plus, KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Feb. 4]: A special regional episode featuring stories from the Rocky Mountain Community Radio network’s ongoing reporting project about the transition away from fossil fuels across the Mountain West. Colorado and Utah reporters cover everything from tribal solar generation to how mountain biking can help mitigate environmental destruction around former mines. KHOL’s stories for this project are available at 891khol.org.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Jan. 28]: A new study is analyzing the current and future challenges on Teton Pass. The Natural Selection Tour once again brings some of the world’s top snowboarders to Jackson. An interview (en español) with Daniela Peterson, one of the first Latinas to serve on the board of The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole. Plus, a Utah story from Rocky Mountain Community Radio’s reporting project on the transition away from fossil fuels, and KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Jan. 21]: Many Western mountain towns, including Jackson, have been at the forefront of the COVID-19 Omicron surge, but hospitalizations and deaths have remained low thus far. Snow King Mountain navigates its first season with a new gondola and expanded ski terrain. A conversation with Ryan Stolp, the creator of Lift Lines Comics. Plus, a Colorado story from Rocky Mountain Community Radio’s reporting project on the transition away from fossil fuels, and KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

Jackson Unpacked airs locally at 89.1 FM or via live-stream Mondays at 7:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 3 p.m., Fridays at 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Support Jackson’s only nonprofit newsroom by becoming a member of KHOL today.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Jan. 14]: KHOL reports on how rising property taxes are making it difficult for older folks on fixed incomes to hold on to their houses in Teton County. A new market offers a taste of Mexico in Victor. Local band Ticket to Space chats about creating music inspired by the mountains. Plus, a Colorado story from Rocky Mountain Community Radio’s reporting project on the transition away from fossil fuels, and KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

Jackson Unpacked airs locally at 89.1 FM or via live-stream Mondays at 7:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 3 p.m., Fridays at 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Support Jackson’s only nonprofit newsroom by becoming a member of KHOL today.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Jan. 7]: KHOL reports on the millions of acres and thousands of livelihoods at stake in Wyoming in the battle over federal lands across the Mountain West. The organization Challenge Aspen makes outdoor experiences like skiing possible for people living with disabilities. Plus, a conversation with the Jackson band Sneaky Pete and the Secret Weapons and KHOL’s roundup of this week’s headlines.

Jackson Unpacked airs locally at 89.1 FM or via live-stream Mondays at 7:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 3 p.m., Fridays at 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Support Jackson’s only nonprofit newsroom by becoming a member of KHOL today.

BONUS EPISODE [Dec. 23]: Tune in for the last four stories in our collaborative reporting project between the Solutions Journalism Network and Rocky Mountain Community Radio highlighting affordable housing solutions across the Mountain West. From Durango to Crested Butte, hear how mountain communities are tackling housing issues from homelessness to a lack of on-campus housing for both students and staff.

This week on Jackson Unpacked [Dec. 17]: Could a real estate transfer tax–something long desired by many in Teton County–finally be coming to Wyoming? Plus, an update on the proposed expansion of Grand Targhee Resort, and a conversation with Phil Leeds, the recently retired co-owner of Skinny Skis. Also, Jackson’s Latino community celebrates the Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe, and KHOL’s newsroom gives the roundup of this week’s headlines.