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Janet Erickson

New 4-H LEGO Robotics Club forming in Star Valley

Provided by Shar Perry 4-H/Youth Educator UW Extension, Lincoln County Youth interested in robotics, technology, and hands-on learning are invited to join a new 4-H LEGO Robotics Club being organized in Star Valley. An informational meeting will be held on…

Finding Neverland opens Thursday

  Salt River Community Theater opens its 2026 fall musical production of “Finding Neverland” on Thursday, November 12, in the historic Ford Theatre in downtown Afton at 7 p.m.  With seven additional performances, showing November 14, 16, 19, 20, 21…

Annual 4-H enrollment open

  Youth 4-H clubs throughout Lincoln County are accepting enrollment for the new year. New members should enroll by calling the Agricultural Extension office in Afton. Returning members can enroll online. October 1 opens the enrollment season for 4-H clubs….

New fire station could reduce homeowners insurance rates

  With the newly operational Fire House #2 in the Alpine Fire District, homeowners in the northern end of Star Valley may be able to reduce their homeowner’s insurance rates. According to a post on the Alpine Fire District Facebook…

Wyoming Classical Academy-Alpine invites community to Fall Festival

  Wyoming Classical Academy-Alpine (WCAA) is hosting a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31 from 4-7 p.m. on the Academy campus at 200 Buffalo Drive in Alpine. The community is welcome to attend and enjoy the festivities as part of…

Annual 4-H Carnival happening Monday

Lincoln County 4-H members in Star Valley are hosting their annual Halloween Carnival fundraiser on Monday, October 26 from 5-8 p.m. in the South Exhibit Hall of the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. All community members are welcome and encouraged to support…

SVHS Marching Braves bring home title

Star Valley High School’s Marching Braves won the 3A State Marching Band Championship trophy at the 2026 Wyoming State Marching Festival on Saturday, October 17 in the Casper Ford Events Center. Earning a Superior rating and 700 points from the…

LCSD2 Education Foundation continues to expand programing

The LCSD2 Education Foundation continues to expand on their programs in support of the students and staff members at Lincoln County School District #2 (LCSD#2). Community Scholarship funds for next spring are welcome this fall. Star Valley High School Residential…

Jennifer Scherbel assumes role as Chair of LCSD2 Education Foundation

Jennifer Scherbel, who has served on the board of the LCSD2 Education Foundation since 2019, has assumed the role of Board Chair. Scherbel brings years of experience and leadership to the position and plans to not only continue the current…

Afton Elementary adopts Ron Clark Academy Essentials

  Afton Elementary School (AES) administrators and staff are teaching students the soft skills of social interaction through Ron Clark’s “The Essential 55” with focus on manners, respect and interpersonal communication. An award-winning educator and founder of the Ron Clark Academy…