As communities in the Mountain West grow, so does the need for Spanish-language interpreters. This is especially true in booming resort towns where Latinos power economies — and also need to access services.
DACA recipients soon to have access to health coverage
More than a decade after the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program began, this month the Biden administration has expanded health coverage to members of that group.
‘La casa de todos’: Immigrant resource center opens in Jackson
The Mexican government has opened an office in Teton County to help people from the state of Tlaxcala with immigration, and reunite families across borders.
Local interpreter helps Latino families invest in children’s education
In the first part of KHOL’s Workers series, Silvia Davila walks us through her job, her journey to Jackson from Mexico City and her efforts to integrate the Latino community in the town’s public schools.
Mexican immigration resource center may finally come to Jackson
It hasn’t been easy to set up shop in one of the most expensive places in the nation, but the office could come to town this spring.
New project registers immigrant families for Teton County affordable housing
Voices JH is offering one-on-one support to families who may face barriers signing up for the local housing department’s database.
‘Everybody’s mixing together’ at latin dance nights
Although Jackson is known for its country swing dance scene, other kinds of dance are taking the region by storm.
New online events calendar to engage Jackson’s Spanish-speakers
Teton Literacy Center says one of their goals is to help local families be better represented in the community.
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.