Wyoming News Briefs: August 1, 2018
The Star Valley Independent is part of the Wyoming News Exchange. These stories come courtesy the WNE. Rigging error blamed in climber’s death JACKSON (WNE) — A improperly rigged ATC belay device likely caused the 300-foot fall that killed a…
WYDOT launches new Driver Services map
People looking for driver services office locations now have a new and improved tool at their disposal. The Wyoming Department of Transportation recently launched a new Driver Services map on its website that shows where all 29 locations are within…
Funeral services for Katie Jensen
Funeral services for Katie Jensen will take place Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 12 noon in the Smoot LDS Chapel in Osmond. A viewing will take place on Friday, August 3, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at Schwab Mortuary in Afton…
(Video) – SVMC’s Mike Hunsaker updates remodeling projects in the area
Each week SVI checks in with Star Valley Medical Center as part of a Health Topics Tuesday to inform the area about different subjects to create a healthier life. Today Mike Hunsaker spoke with us about the status of various…
Area fire danger increases to “High”
The following is a news release from the Bridger-Teton National Forest Western WY— The fire danger rating for Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest and Teton Interagency Dispatch Area has increased to high. The potential for fire activity has…
Four school board seats up for election in LC School District No. 2
There are four seats up for election this year in Lincoln County School District No. 2. The filing period for candidates opens Aug. 8 and closes Aug. 27. “We have four open seats this year,” said Superintendent Matt Erickson. “I…
Missing Utah teen found in the Pinedale area
A Utah teen who was missing in the area surrounding Pinedale has been found and reportedly is in good health. Garrett Hunter went missing in the Wind River area prompting a search by many Sublette County organizations. The Sublette County…
Grassy Ridge Fire threatens Dubois, Idaho; still far from containment
This story courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission. DUBOIS — Winds and thunderstorms continue to feed the Grassy Ridge Fire, but it’s not all bad news. Firefighters continue to battle the fast-moving fire that has consumed over…
Funeral services for Izabelle Shelby Barnes
Funeral services for Izabelle Shelby Barnes (daughter of Tony & Terynn Barnes) will take place Friday, July 27, at 10 a.m. at the Thayne Stake Center. There will be no viewing or visitation prior to the services.
Wyoming News Briefs: July 25, 2018
The Star Valley Independent is a member of the Wyoming News Exchange. These stories come courtesy the WNE. Yellowstone fire danger “high” for first time this year JACKSON (WNE) — Several weeks of persistently sunny skies and curing vegetation have…