Gas prices averaging over $3 per gallon as summer season promises even higher totals
Area residents may have noticed some increases in gasoline prices that may seem sudden, but according to trends from AAA and the Oil Price Information Service, the increase has been in the horizon for the past several months. Prices in…
In response to hemp oil sales, authorities warn that THC in any form is illegal in Wyoming
The Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation is working to educate Wyoming’s residents about Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil. The oil is derived from Hemp, and is often referred to as Hemp Oil. “DCI has recieved multiple inquiries regarding the legality of possessing,…
Be Aware of Bogus Fundraising Insurers
CHEYENNE-Wyoming Insurance Commissioner Tom Glause is asking Wyoming consumers and Wyoming clubs and organizations to be aware of some recent scams and fraudulent schemes that have been perpetrated against fundraising efforts. Glause said, “Summer is coming and it is the…
Funeral services for Patsy Louise Howard
Funeral services for Patsy Louise Howard will take place on Monday, April 23, 2019 at 12 noon in the Thayne LDS Chapel. A viewing will take place on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at Schwab Mortuary in Afton…
Powell trustees to write comprehensive school safety plan and postpone gun policy
By Tessa Baker, Powell Tribune, Via Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — The school board in Powell has decided to work on a safety and security plan for now and postpone taking up a proposal to start drafting a policy that…
UW team that revolutionized grasshopper control is recognized
A University of Wyoming Extension team that changed how grasshopper outbreaks are treated around the world has received the 2018 Western Extension Directors Association Award of Excellence for its efforts. Prior to 2010, large-scale applications of broad-spectrum pesticide neurotoxins were…
Independent News Briefs: April 18, 2018
The latest edition of the Star Valley Independent is out and in the pages of the local paper, publishing since Feb. 13, 1901, you’ll find a report on on the conditions of the Porcupine Slide on Greys River as spring…
(Video) – Swift Creek High School & SVMC combine for CNA course
As part of a Health Topics Tuesday, SVI Media spoke with Tyler Jack, principal of Swift Creek High School, and Tanna Williford as they spoke about the details of a CNA course in conjunction with Star Valley Medical Center. Kaitland…
DO NOT PLAYLIST: “Little Wings” by Mark Gormley
It’s another New Music Tuesday on SVI Radio, featuring the best in the latest music on Swift 98 and Black Mountain Country. While no new music will be added this week Swift’s library (NOTHING NEW IS GOOD THIS WEEK!), Black Mountain…