A new report sheds light on the major impacts speculative oil and gas leasing have on public lands throughout the country.
About Will Walkey
Will is KHOL's first full-time reporter and producer. Originally from Tacoma, Washington, he recently graduated from Columbia University with a Master's Degree in journalism. He likes to read and write about housing, local politics, and history, and spends most of his free time fishing or biking. He's excited to be living in Wyoming, and looks forward to honing in on his unique radio voice by highlighting the locals that make Jackson special. Contact Will with tips at will@jhcr.org, and follow him on Twitter at @WillWalkey.
Recent Stories by Will Walkey
Updates from Wyoming’s Budget Session: Week One
A bill that would have allowed a county optional real estate transfer tax failed, but a property tax refund program remains alive. Here’s the latest from Cheyenne.
As Inflation Rises, Federal Grazing Fees Remain Stagnant
The fees for ranching on public lands have stayed at around the same level since the 1980s, according to a new High Country News report.
Natural Selection Tour Celebrates the ‘Core Essence’ of Snowboarding
The snowboarding competition, originally conceived by Jackson local Travis Rice, showcased big mountain lines, concerts and education events.
Western Resort Areas See Major Uptick in COVID Cases—But Hospitalizations Remain Low
At one point earlier this month, Teton County had the highest COVID-19 case rate per capita in the country. Many other mountain towns were also at the forefront of the Omicron surge in our region.
Rising Property Taxes Risk Pushing Out Longtime Locals
One proposed solution that would put tax revenue back into citizens’ pockets will be debated during the upcoming state legislative session.
‘They Gotta Get it Somewhere. It’s Here.’ Wyoming at Crossroads Over Federal Oil and Gas Leasing
As the Biden administration aims to speed up the transition away from fossil fuels, a battle is being waged between conservationists and business interests over federal land in the West.
New Study Shows Elevated ‘Psychological Distress’ in the Rural West Amid Pandemic
Researchers say the survey demonstrates the need for mental health support throughout the region.
