If a shutdown had happened, gates could have been locked and thousands of park rangers could have been furloughed.
About Hanna Merzbach
Hanna is KHOL's reporter and producer. She hails from Bend, Oregon, where she wrote about housing and the impacts of climate change. Her work has been published in the Atlantic, High Country News and Oregon Public Broadcasting. In her free time, you can find Hanna scaling rock walls or adventuring in the mountains. Follow Hanna on Twitter @HannaMerzbach.
Recent Stories by Hanna Merzbach
Police cameras on track to come to downtown Jackson
Law enforcement say they’ll be used to collect license plate data to track criminals. But some locals have privacy concerns.
Renewable diesel comes to Jackson Shell station
It marks a significant expansion of the alternative fuel in Wyoming and throughout the Mountain West.
State lawmakers honing in on Teton County housing crisis
A state task force has become a vehicle for Teton County residents to voice concerns about the direction of housing development in the region. Some say this could have big consequences for local control.
Jackson immigrants to have more access to legal help
A new nonprofit, the Wyoming Immigrant Advocacy Project, will offer assistance to the growing community in Teton County.
Effort to open Idaho primaries to more voters gains momentum
Teton Valley residents are working to get a measure on the 2024 ballot to change leadership in the red state.
Virginian housing development could host local businesses
Officials are narrowing in on plans for housing at the Virginian RV Park, also discussing topics such as parking and affordability.
School year kicks off with bus driver shortage in Teton County
Fewer drivers could mean limiting field trips and travel for sports.
