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13 fun literary Halloween costumes for kids

For parents who don’t want their children to wear costumes with too much gore or that are overly sexualized, a fun solution may lie in favorite children’s books.

Why are U.S. elections held on a Tuesday?

We all know elections are on Tuesdays — the first Tuesday of November, in fact. But there’s an actual reason why that is deeply rooted in our history.

2nd Annual Crafty Witch Retreat comes to Star Valley this weekend

Buy it, Make it, Win it is the theme for 2nd Annual Crafty Witch Retreat coming to the Lincoln County Fairgrounds this Friday and Saturday, October 26 and 27.  The Crafty Witch Retreat will include a large selection of handmade…

TEXT-IN RESPONSES: Should marijuana be legalized in Wyoming?

The University of Wyoming recently released results from a poll that show nearly half of Wyoming residents are in favor of legalizing recreational use marijuana.  The same poll shows that 70% of state residents feel that medical marijuana should be…

Wyoming News Briefs: October 25, 2018

The Star Valley Independent is a member of the Wyoming News Exchange. These stories come courtesy of the WNE. —————————————— Man charged in brother’s death DOUGLAS (WNE) — A Douglas man was charged last week with aggravated assault and second…

(Audio Only) – Lady Braves volleyball at the 4A West Regionals in Rock Springs

*** Previously SVI has promoted video coverage of the 4A West Regionals this weekend. Due to contractual obligations between the National Federation of High Schools and the Wyoming High School Activities Association, SVI is not able to broadcast video of…

(Video) – LCSD #2 Board of Trustees candidate forum

With the General Election taking place on November 6, there are several candidates running for positions open on the Lincoln County School District #2 Board of Trustees. Watch Thursday’s the candidate forum below. This broadcast and others like it are…

Wyoming Game & Fish: “New Zealand Mudsnails have invaded the Salt River”

By Sarah Hale Star Valley Independent   Despite efforts to crack down on the transfer of aquatic invasive species, New Zealand Mudsnails have made their way to Star Valley. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department recently confirmed new findings of…