Lincoln County connection helps lead South to victory
◆ Coach McKay Young, Ballard Johnson and Tyrel Clove part of staff. Coach McKay Young and the Star Valley connection were on display for much of the 50th year of the Wyoming Shrine Bowl. That was evident from the first…
Lucky’s Place annual fundraiser dinner happens this weekend
◆ Enjoy a meal and live music all for the animals. The folks at Lucky’s Place, the shelter which is home to the Animal Humane Association of Star Valley, are hosting their 15th Annual BBQ fundraiser dinner on Saturday, June…
Independent Obituaries: June 14, 2023
The following obituaries appeared in the June 14, 2023 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. Lynn Wollenzien Chadwick completed his mortal…
June 14: Scott Simplot
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LVE Board member wins prestigious NPPA award
Lower Valley Energy board of directors member Fred Brog has won the John M. George Public Service Award from the Northwest Public Power Association (NWPPA). LVE says this is one of the region’s most prestigious awards and is given to…
Investigation into stolen ammo completed
◆ Sheriff’s Office still looking for victims in theft case. Felony theft charges have been filed against a Star Valley man following an investigation into stolen ammunition and various other items. Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson said the investigation into…
Semi truck leaves the road after head-on with pickup
***UPDATE*** More than 12 hours later, crews are still working to clear the semi-truck that left the roadway on Tuesday at approximately 5:30 at mile post 131 in the Snake River Canyon. The structure of the trailer has collapsed, making…
No serious injuries in Tuesday accident south of Afton
No serious injuries were reported in a two vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 89 just south of Afton on Tuesday afternoon. The incident took place at roughly 2:00 p.m. at the junction of Highway 89 and Highway 236 near…