Photo Gallery: 2021 Vocalist Competition
It was an incredible night filled with some amazing performances as eight contestants battled each other for a $10,000 grand prize on Monday August 9. (SVI Photos by Dahl Erickson)
Photos: Nitro Tour Monster Truck Show
The Lincoln County Fair kicked off on Saturday, August 7, with the Monster Truck Nitro Tour. Here’s a look at a few shots of the evening. (SVI Photos by Dahl Erickson) For a full schedule of events check out the…
Independent Obituaries: August 4, 2021
The following obituaries appeared in the August 4, 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. Rosalyn Putnam Allred was…
Going the Distance: Lauren Coziah in the world of endurance horse racing
◆ “Pioneer” certification up next for area rider. Lauren Coziah is a perfect example of not settling for a simple ride in the pasture. A couple of years ago while in the mountains with a horse she made a bit…
Wyoming poised for good season; greatness could happen with win at Boise
Can Wyoming outperform their pre-season prediction? Media members, coaches and players from across the Mountain West conference footprint descended on Las Vegas last week where pundits took their best shot at predicting what would happen to the standings in 2021….
Officials remind county residents fire restrictions still in effect
While there have been several days of rain resulting in varying amounts of moisture in the past week, officials from Lincoln County Emergency Management have released a statement reminding residents of Lincoln County that fire restrictions are still in place….
Lincoln County Commissioners echo support for proposed nuclear plant
The office of the Lincoln County Commission issued a letter of support as Lincoln County, and Kemmerer in particular, are currently under consideration for a new TerraPower Nuclear Power Plant to be constructed in the State of Wyoming. The announcement…
What is Pickleball? In a word, it’s fun.
◆ More than 200 members part of Ranch RV Club. If you’re someone who has come across the term or the sport of Pickleball, your first question may mimic what is often a common one according to Star Valley Ranch…
Star Valley grad’s invention aims to solve your shoe problems
◆ “Shoo-Noise” saves wear and tear on shoes, machines and helps you wash and dry awkward items. Barry Erickson is a graduate of Star Valley High School in 1995. He’s been in nursing for 25 years and is currently a…
Wrestling team gets back to normal at Salina tournament.
◆ Teams go a combined 43-3 at traditional summer event. After a year of isolation pods and restrictions on fans and interaction and following protocols just to keep the season alive, the SVHS Wrestling program found themselves in a familiar…