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Addie Vigil Elliott’s journey at the Mrs. Wyoming Pageant

This past weekend, Cody, Wyoming, hosted the annual Mrs. Wyoming pageant, where Addie Vigil Elliott, representing Lincoln County, showcased not only her grace and poise but also her passion for mental health awareness and individuality. Born and raised in Star…

Afton Town Council recap : Reports from Afton Fire, Public Works, Utility Department and Judge Garren Stauffer being sworn in

The Town Council of Afton convened on June 17, 2025, to discuss various community developments and updates. Lisa Grimsley, the newly appointed Director of Tourism, presented the budget for 2024-2025, outlining total expenditures of $164,910. She highlighted the upcoming Freedom…

Wyoming Hunger Initiative allocates $120,000 for pantry support 

In a significant effort to combat food insecurity across Wyoming, First Lady Jennie Gordon’s Wyoming Hunger Initiative, in partnership with the John P. Ellbogen Foundation, has allocated $120,000 to support hunger relief nonprofits in all 23 counties. This funding aims…

Will Wyoming public lands soon be for sale? 

Recent discussions surrounding the Grand Old Party (GOP) budget reconciliation bill, informally dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” have sparked significant concern among Wyoming residents regarding potential federal land sales. Iconic landscapes such as the Greys River, Green River, and Fremont…

Septic waste dumping: Is Lincoln County facing a crisis?

The town of Afton is currently grappling with significant challenges surrounding its septic waste management system, stemming from two recent overflow incidents—one on April 20 and the other on June 10. At last week’s town council meeting, Utility Director Josh…

Kemmerer poaching incident update

  • Wyoming Game & Fish Director encourages those with information to share it In a recent interview on SVI Radio’s Weekday Wake-Up, Director Angi Bruce of the Wyoming Game & Fish provided an update on the ongoing investigation into…

Scams on the rise: Lincoln County Sheriff urges vigilance

In an eye-opening interview on SVI Radio, Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson addressed the alarming prevalence of scams affecting residents. Wyoming ranks among the worst states per capita for these fraudulent activities, and Sheriff Johnson emphasized that the issue is…

Fire trucks, face paint, and fun: Safety Days returns to Star Valley Ranch this Saturday

Star Valley Ranch is gearing up for a fun and informative day as the town hosts its 8th annual Star Valley Ranch Safety Days—a lively, family-friendly event focused on promoting health, safety, and community connection across the valley. Held at…

Bridge construction affecting Star Valley drivers

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), in partnership with Reiman Corporation, has launched a district-wide bridge rehabilitation project. Crews are focused on the Narrows Bridge at mile marker 95.15 along US 89. Next week, work will transition to the bridge…

Dyer’s Woad Week June 16-18

Get ready for the 22nd Annual Dyer’s Woad Week, a three-day initiative dedicated to removing invasive Dyer’s woad plants from our beautiful Lincoln County. This year’s event will take place from Monday, June 16, to Wednesday, June 18. Children aged…