Deering sworn in as Circuit Court Judge in the Third Judicial District
“It has been a great blessing in my life to have the opportunity to come to Wyoming,” Thomas Deering said just after taking the oath of office as the new Circuit Court Judge for the Wyoming Third Judicial District Friday,…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans a new Etna chapel
Construction of a new Etna Chapel for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will start in the coming month. The site on the east side of U.S. Highway 89 in Etna, where the current church is located, will…
Bank of Star Valley celebrates 30 years
The Bank of Star Valley celebrates 30 years of business on Friday, March 27. All three branches, Alpine, Thayne and Afton, will host the anniversary celebration with refreshments, door prizes, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 27. Thirty…
Alpine addresses recreational fires, fireworks and new administrator
Fire safety ordinances, administrative policies and a new town administrator were all part of the Alpine Town Council matters considered on March 17 meeting. Fire Safety Ordinances The Council held a work session discussion regarding potential updates to ordinances…
Independent Notes: Allow time to develop working relationships and not missing the moment for a kind word.
There are those times when we should consider giving something, like a working relationships, a little more time to develop. I find that to be the case with both my occupation and in public service. I found that to be…
Alpine Planning and Zoning hearing for the Turley annexation April 14
The Town of Alpine Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a review hearing for a proposed annexation during the regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission meeting Tuesday, April 14, 2026, beginning at 7, p.m., at Alpine Town Hall, 250…
Independent Notes: With Alpine from the beginning.
“If we want a good town, we must build good foundations. If we want strong communities, we must raise strong children. If we want a good future we must invest in the places that shape them.” Meredith Leonard,…
Independent Notes: A hat, “Wyoming, Forever West” traded for a piece of shrapnel from a Russian drone.
During introductions and privileges of the floor this week in the Wyoming Senate, I shared the story of the Ukrainian visitors that came to Afton on Saturday night. I provided a brief overview of their presentation at the Afton…
Independent Notes: You are invited to a one-hour presentation on Ukraine, Saturday at 5 p.m. in the Afton Civic Center.
By Dan and Kim Dockstader Have you ever met someone and thought, “I am in the presence of greatness!” Recently we had the opportunity of meeting the Ellwanger family who call both Star Valley and Israel home. Russell is…
Chamber hosts Bank of Star Valley economic presentation
Star Valley and Lincoln County continue to lead the state in growth as noted in a message to the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce during a February luncheon. FIND THE FULL REPORT AT BOSV.COM – Marcus Weber, President and CEO…