Eight Minute Rescue
THIS FEATURE APPEARED IN THE JULY 22, 2026 EDITION OF THE STAR VALLEY INDEPENDENT – Afton will never forget the day a culvert at Canyon View Park became the stage for a miracle. In just eight minutes, a…
Spotted knapweed program to run July 27-29
Joining the Weekday Wake-up on July 15, Travis Osmond said spotted knapweed has become a major concern in the north end of the county. “It’s just crazy, crazy invasive,” Osmond said. “There is so much spotted knapweed up there…
Lincoln County GOP opts not to endorse candidates ahead of primary election
The Lincoln County Republican Party has decided not to endorse any candidates ahead of the upcoming primary election, citing limited participation and a need for more information. Chairman Lance Oviatt discussed the decision during an appearance on the…
Country star Ian Munsick bringing Wyoming roots to Lincoln County Fair stage
Wyoming native Ian Munsick is set to return to his home state as the headlining act for the 2026 Lincoln County Fair, taking the stage Friday, July 31, at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Afton. The announcement has generated…
Unique pavement preservation around Palisades Reservoir
• Highway 26 drivers should expect delays as scrub seal work continues through August Pavement preservation work is underway along the U.S. Highway 26 near Palisades, with crews applying scrub seal treatments as part of a broader effort to…
Lincoln County implements Stage One Fire Restrictions
• Limited open burning and fireworks Lincoln County fire officials are urging residents to use extra caution as Stage 1 fire restrictions took effect overnight, limiting certain forms of open burning and fireworks activity due to elevated wildfire risk….
Not Too Shabby named business of the month
A family-run shop rooted in creativity and community has been recognized as the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Month for July. Not Too Shabby, owned by Devin Wright, is celebrating a decade in business this summer,…
Recent temperatures neared multi-decade highs
Sunday’s heat delivered some of the hottest temperatures western Wyoming has seen in years, with communities across Star Valley and southern Lincoln County climbing into the mid- to upper-90s as a prolonged heat wave settled over the region. The National…
Gordon says federal investment could strengthen the coal industry
• Plan may expand export routes, support new power plants, and increase overseas demand for Wyoming coal Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said a major investment announced by the Trump administration could deliver a “major benefit” for coal nationwide and…
Governor Gordon to attend The Wall That Heals in Afton
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said he will attend the opening ceremony for the traveling veterans memorial, The Wall That Heals, coming to Star Valley this week. Gordon described the exhibit as especially meaningful for Vietnam War veterans and families, saying…