WYDOT reconstruction continues near Hoback Junction; expect delays
Jackson — Work is continuing on the second half of the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s (WYDOT) Jackson South reconstruction project, just north of Hoback Junction. Crews will be working on assembling the girders on the Snake River bridge between Hoback…
Empty streets, full hearts: Videos portray pandemic life
FROM WYOFILE By Katie Klingsporn and Mike Vanata With so many people hunkered down, working from home, avoiding travel and abstaining from public places, it’s hard to gain a sense of what’s really going on in the suddenly distant world…
Jackson ‘Old West Days’ canceled, Music Fest postponed
The Jackson Town Square, site of many of Old West Days’ annual activities, is famous for its elk antler arch gateways – a favorite photo opp for Jackson Hole visitors. Jackson — Old West Days, previously scheduled to be held…
Game and Fish to have online meeting
CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission’s next meeting is April 20-21 and will be held online. The public is invited to participate and provide input to the Commission. The Commission meeting will be streamed through Zoom. Anyone who…
LCSD #2 School Board Agenda: April 8, 2020
Due to an oversight, this agenda did not appear in the April 8, 2020 edition of the Star Valley Independent as scheduled. SVI apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Board Agenda April 8, 2020 Work Session- Tina Boogren- 5:00…
COVID-19 count for Wyoming up to 230
As of 3 p.m. on Wednesday April 8, 2020, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases for Wyoming has grown by nine to a total of 230. The Wyoming Department of Health also reports a total of 94 recoveries out of…
2020 College National Finals Rodeo Canceled
Area cowboys and cowgirls as well as rodeo fans will be disappointed to hear that the 2020 College National Finals Rodeo which was scheduled to take place in Casper, Wyoming from June 14-20 has been canceled. “It is with very…
Man faces three murder charges in Sheridan County
By Allayana Darrow The Sheridan Press Via- Wyoming News Exchange SHERIDAN — Dana Beartusk appeared in Sheridan County Circuit Court Monday via video for an initial appearance. Beartusk faces three counts of first-degree murder for allegedly killing three family members…
Afton promoting shop local campaign to help businesses
◆ Receipt drawing held each week. The Town of Afton is taking a proactive approach to helping local businesses this spring. As small businesses work to meet social distancing guidelines, Afton is holding weekly receipt drawings using social media. “The…
What to Bring on a Nature Walk
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic may be restricting where you can go right now, you can still take a walk outside so long as you practice social distancing. This is great because venturing outdoors can be highly refreshing after you…