A chance to win, while supporting youth hunters
Thirty minutes. That’s how long it took for the original 64 slots to fill for the Star Valley Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC). With the interest in the event so high, organizers made it possible to increase the number of…
County-wide scavenger hunt celebrates America 250 through local heritage
As the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, Lincoln County is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate in an engaging way — by getting out and exploring it. A new countywide scavenger hunt, featuring 40 sites from…
Afton Food Pantry to increase local produce, dairy, and meat access with new Wyoming grant
The Afton Food Pantry has received the Food Works Group Wyoming Forward Grant, providing the necessary funds for purchasing locally sourced staple items including produce, dairy, and protein from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026. Sierra Mitchell, Afton…
Cassie Clinger’s legacy drives mental health awareness walk
The annual mental health awareness walk will take place May 16 at 5 p.m. in Thayne, returning in honor of organizer Cassie Clinger, who was tragically killed earlier this year. The upcoming event aims to raise awareness of mental health…
Jeff Lippencott brings music and voice to Wyoming’s America 250 celebration
After decades of composing for television, recording artists and the concert stage, Jeff Lippincott is hearing something new these days — his own work echoing through Wyoming concert halls, written to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. A career that began…
Friendship Baptist Church welcomes Pastor Dan Patrick
Pastor Dan Patrick has taken up the role as pastor for Friendship Baptist Church in Thayne since the beginning of April. Patrick said, “Over the past 20 years, the Lord has allowed us to serve in several places—including Florida,…
Community meeting set to discuss rising food prices
Local residents plan to meet at the end of the month to bring ideas and potential solutions to rising grocery costs and limited food access in Star Valley. Susan Hale, a Star Valley resident, is organizing the effort and…
Rock Church Summer Theater auditions scheduled for April 18
This year’s Rock Church Summer Theater will continue the tradition of producing locally-written performances, with auditions being held on April 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. Charity Williams and the Star Valley Historical Society invite those who are eight…
Police Sergeant Kim Cooper retires after 30 years in law enforcement
Those who have worked closely with Sgt. Kim Cooper highlight key traits he consistently demonstrated during his 30-year law enforcement career, with the last 20 being at the Afton Police Department. Behind-the-scenes interactions often help define the character of…
Public weighs in on Bedford orchard plan
The public met with organizers Lauren Preston and Kristen Merrill to provide feedback and learn about the ongoing project of creating a free, community-focused orchard in the Bedford area. They are looking for anyone interested in volunteering to reach…