EDITOR’S NOTE
L
ast October, in the fourth year of the Best of Teton Valley contest, we thought that people in Teton Valley deserved recognition, “now more than ever.”
In 2020 I wrote in the newspaper, “‘Now more than ever,’ is one of this year’s great clichés, but just because it has been said ad nauseum, along with ‘unprecedented’ and ‘the new normal,’ that doesn’t change how disruptive, challenging, and often discouraging this year has been.” We thought maybe 2021 would be better, but somehow in some ways it has been challenging and disruptive in new and exciting (?) ways. So, again, this year, with the publication of this magazine to celebrate everything that is great in Teton Valley, we want to say that the Best of Teton Valley is more than just a promotional contest designed to garner social media attention or advertising dollars. It’s our way of recognizing as many members of the community as possible. And if you’re new here, check out the directory of winners to learn more about: • The restaurants that made it through an intense summer; • the guides and mechanics who found themselves busier than ever; • the gyms and spas and salons that kept us happy; • the shops that overcame supply line disruptions and labor shortages; • the educators, artists, health care professionals, and public officials that brighten the community with their service; • and the nonprofits that provide so much to all of us. There is plenty to discover in Teton Valley. Thanks to everyone who voted and everyone who contributes to making this place the best.
Contributors Amy Fradley Carol Lichti Connor Shea Cy Whitling Jay Dash Jeannette Boner Mary Toft Paul Fadden Corey Anderson Advertising Paul Fadden Design Krysten Bullock Oversight Carly Andersen
COVER The front page was designed by artist and graphic wizard Jill Goodson of Teton Creative. We felt it was only fitting to commission her to create a striking cover for us, because she worked at the Teton Valley News when the Best of Teton Valley was introduced in 2016, and she led the way in crafting a look and feel for all the contest materials that we’ve used to this day. Thanks Jill!
Julia Tellman Editor 6|
THE BEST OF TETON VALLEY 2021
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