housing

A new study from Headwaters Economics shows that housing on public lands would have only a minimal impact on the West’s housing crisis, with most potential development being focused in a small number of states. Economist Megan Lawson also says that wildfire danger would be a huge risk to these potential homes.

The goal is to build permanent, supportive housing for the vulnerable population.

The town and county’s housing programs dodged legal challenges for now, though some critics suggest future legal threats could be looming.

The layoffs come as Wyoming struggles with an affordable housing crisis.

It’s the second time in recent months electeds have said they need more time.

The only housing advocacy group in the Jackson area, less than a decade old, hopes the creation of a new statewide organization will lead to more political influence in Cheyenne.

Sen. Mike Gierau (D-Jackson) said the future of the group's four proposed housing-related bills – and the group as a whole – are unclear.

In Jackson, a state agency has found a way to stretch limited dollars by bringing in modular homes. This sped up the construction time by months and was a game changer for one family.

Voters 50 and older represent the strongest voting bloc and a new AARP poll shows they overwhelmingly say they are “extremely motivated” to cast their ballot. So, they will be a significant determining factor in the upcoming election.

In places with some of the harshest winter conditions in the lower 48, people are insulating their houses with straw. The alternative material is a way to lower carbon footprints and is surprisingly resilient.