TerraPower breaks ground on Natrium Project
• With the NRC permit now issued, Levesque said major earth‑moving will start in days TerraPower’s long-awaited Natrium nuclear project moved decisively into its construction phase this week after the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) granted the company’s construction permit…
Raffle raises funds for Star Valley Search & Rescue
A Kentucky Derby VIP raffle is raising money to buy fully outfitted pickup trucks for volunteer search-and-rescue teams serving Star Valley and southern Lincoln County. The Fishing Dog Foundation is selling $20 raffle tickets for a chance to win an…
Easter Hop Brings Shop-Local Deals to Fossil Basin
Mark your calendars for April 4: the Fossil Basin Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Easter Hop, a family-friendly, community-centered day of activities designed to bring neighbors downtown for movies, treats, and local shopping. Where and when Date: Saturday, April…
Congresswoman Hageman aims to reduce coal lease payments by half
U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced legislation to reform bonus‑bid payments on federal coal leases, saying the change will cut burdensome up‑front costs for producers, keep coal competitive, and help ensure reliable U.S. energy supplies. Under current rules, companies…
Congresswoman Hageman seeks to repeal Roadless Rule
U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (R-WY) has introduced legislation that would nullify the 2001 Clinton administration Roadless Rule and permanently restore active forest management on National Forest System lands, saying the restriction has blocked access and increased the risk of…
March Lunch and Learn with the Star Valley Chamber
Join the March Lunch and Learn hosted by the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 18th, at 12:00 p.m. at the Afton Civic Center. This engaging event is designed to equip local businesses with vital tools and strategies…
Town of Afton receives SLIB loan for water
The town has secured a loan from the State Land Investment Board (SLIB) to replace the undersized south water line, currently a steel line located beneath Aviat. Sanderson explained that this outdated infrastructure has posed challenges for serving the community…
Afton Town Council unanimously approves Silver Brooke Estates Development
The Afton Town Council unanimously approved the Silver Brooke Estates development on Tuesday evening. While the project received a favorable recommendation from the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Board, it comes with several important conditions. These conditions, which were discussed at…
Sewer repairs continue at Alpine Meadows
The Town of Alpine recently provided an update on the Alpine Meadows sewer system, addressing repairs and future plans in light of recent evaluations. Mayor Eric Green shared insights during a radio interview, clarifying the current status of the…
Fundraiser supports both search and rescue units in Lincoln County
On Tuesday, March 10, Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson and Star Valley Search & Rescue Commander Matt McMurdo visited the SVI Radio studio to discuss an exciting fundraiser aimed at benefiting both the Star Valley and Lincoln County Search…