Mountain Music named September business of the month
The Star Valley Chamber of Commerce has named Mountain Music in Afton its September Business of the Month, recognizing the family-operated shop for its years of service to local musicians, students and schools. Mountain Music owner James Arbizu said…
Wyoming GOP State Central Committee Meeting coming to Lincoln County
The Wyoming Republican Party’s State Central Committee will meet in Lincoln County this weekend, bringing party representatives from around the state to the Thayne Community Center for two days of events, policy discussions and public participation. The gathering, scheduled…
Bears bring renewed concern to Star Valley Ranch
A wave of black bear sightings in Star Valley Ranch during late August and early September has prompted town officials to revisit how the community handles garbage, fruit trees and other wildlife attractants. Mayor Ru Rok said the town…
West Alley project remains on track for October completion
Work continues on the West Alley improvement project; a major concrete phase is complete, and stormwater infrastructure is scheduled for installation next week. According to Afton Streets Director JR Nield, the project’s concrete roll curb has been poured and…
August Thayne Town Council Recap
The Thayne Town Council met on August 19 approving a lot-combination application, reviewing infrastructure projects and considering a proposed dairy-farm building within town limits. The council approved Brent and Jamie Bennett’s application to combine Lots 9 and 10. Members…
New stake created for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
A new stake for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized Sunday, August 23, 2026, creating the Salt River Stake and restructuring the congregations, moving three wards from the Thayne Stake in the Afton Stake. The…
A River Find Returns a Piece of Star Valley History
• This feature appeared in the August 19, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent – A float trip on the Salt River this summer turned into a remarkable return of family history after 14-year-old Tanner Grubbs found a set…
Star Valley committee launches with Wyoming Community Foundation
Brett Storey, a foundation board member and local committee participant, and Charlie Manganiello, the Wyoming Community Foundation’s director of philanthropy, discussed the effort on August 18 on the Weekday Wake-up. Storey said the committee brings together representatives from throughout…
August Afton Town Council
The Afton Town Council met on August 11 for its regular meeting, hearing updates on the town golf course, police activity, tourism, development and infrastructure matters. Bryce Burton reported that the Afton Golf Course has remained in good condition despite…
Buffalo Brims named August business of the month
• Sophia Steglich turns a lifelong connection to horses and western wear into a growing business The Star Valley Chamber of Commerce recently named Buffalo Brims its August Business of the Month. Steglich joined the Weekday Wake-up to…