Major subdivision application meetings postponed until March
The Town of Afton has announced that discussions regarding the Silver Brook Estates Major Subdivision Application, originally scheduled for February 2 and February 10, 2026, will be postponed to March. This decision follows a request from the applicant to delay…
Town of Afton to hold public meetings regarding proposed major subdivision
• Meetings will take place February 2 and 10 The Town of Afton invites all community members to join two crucial public meetings this February concerning a major subdivision application near the High School and Middle School. The first…
Afton Corridor Study Report
On January 14, 2026, Garrett Zimmer and Jade Sage from WWC Engineering presented their findings from the Afton Corridor Study, conducted in July 2025. The community gathered last Wednesday at the Afton Civic Center to learn about this initiative aimed…
Thayne subdivision development canceled
In a surprising turn of events, the anticipated Thayne Subdivision project has officially been canceled. The 113-acre, 184-lot Hemmert Ranch Subdivision had initially shown promise, moving forward after three years of thorough preparation and review. Mayor Simpson had previously emphasized…
Afton Corridor Study Open House
The Town of Afton invites the community to an Open House on January 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Afton Civic Center, where the results of the highly anticipated Corridor Study will be presented. This study, focusing on traffic…
The Wall That Heals is coming to Star Valley this Summer
This summer, Afton will host an important event: The Wall That Heals, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund located in Washington, D.C. Scheduled for display from July 9 to 12, 2026, this impactful memorial spans 375 feet—the…
Afton Town Council Vacancy
The Town of Afton is currently inviting applications to fill a recently vacated council seat following the resignation of Councilperson Michael Butler. Mayor Jeff Jensen, during an interview on the Weekday Wake-up, emphasized the importance of community involvement in…
Kaleb Heiner wins Christmas Coloring Contest
The festive atmosphere was electric last week as the winners of the annual Christmas Coloring Book Competition, organized by Edwards Law Office, were announced on SVI Radio. This year’s event attracted over 1,200 entries from students across Star Valley, showcasing…
Rotary Club of Star Valley donates $3,000 to Star Valley Health
The Star Valley Health Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce a generous donation of $3,000 from the Rotary Club, aimed at supporting its Breast Cancer Fund. This fund provides uninsured patients with the opportunity to receive their initial mammogram screenings,…
Tamale Sale raises funds for local charities
Inmates in the Lincoln County Detention Center in Kemmerer recently concluded a tamale sale, with a portion of proceeds going towards local senior centers in Lincoln County. The sale was a resounding success, with a total of 912 tamales sold,…