Freedom’s Sierra Butler named Rodeo Queen
The Lincoln County Rodeo Queen contest was held Saturday, June 11 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Afton. 10 young ladies in total competed for the title of Queen, Princess and Jr. Princess. During the day contestants were judged on…
What You Should Know Before Buying a Pop-up Camper
Taking your camping to another level this summer? A pop-up camper is a great middle ground between roughing it and buying an RV. Here’s what to look for in one.
Day In The Life Photo Contest Returns
◆ Annual contest looks to capture a day in the life of living in Star Valley. Residents of Star Valley have a chance to show off their photography skills this weekend with SVI Media’s annual Day In The Life photo…
Canyon accident highlights what might be hectic season for area first-responders
Ambulance crews from both Alpine and Afton worked together to respond to the scene of an accident in the Snake River Canyon on Wednesday evening that shut down traffic and stalled the busy highway for more than four hours. According…
Madeline Mayer Will Travel to Washington, D.C. for Prestigious Journalism Conference
◆ Conference will be held July 18 to 23, 2021. Provided by George Mason University’s Washington Journalism and Media Conference – Madeline Mayer, a student at Star Valley High School (Afton, WY, US), has been selected to represent Star Valley…
Etna North speed reduced
◆ Most of the work focused between Etna and Ames Hill. As the work expands with the U.S. Highway 89 Etna North highway project daytime speeds have been reduced to 45 mph for the safety. “The new speed limit has…
Wild Living: Essential Camping Skills for a Successful Trip
It takes a bit of know-how to ensure your comfort while camping. Learn about a few essential camping skills for a successful trip and why they’re important.
Bridger-Teton Fire Danger increased to “High”
Record-setting temperatures in parts of Wyoming and highs in the 90’s have caused a rapid increase in the fire danger notifications sent out by U.S. Forest Service officials. On Wednesday, June 16, Teton Interagency fire managers announced the fire danger…
Independent Obituaries: June 16, 2021
The following obituaries appeared in the June 16, 2021 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more area obituaries, please visit Schwab Mortuary. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Annette Haderlie Luthi passed…
Swift Creek High School honors student with special graduation ceremony
◆ “Never once did I hear Mikey complain…” Swift Creek High School honored one of its students, Mike Stewart, in a special individualized graduation ceremony Tuesday, June 8 at Swift Creek High School. SCHS staff and students welcomed friends, family…