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Utah woman killed in accident near Evanston

EVANSTON (WNE) — At approximately 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 14, the Wyoming Highway Patrol was called to the scene of an accident on Highway 189 at mile marker 8.9. A red Subaru Outback with Utah plates had hit a…

Carbon monoxide miracle: 5 kids and sister-in-law survive after being poisoned

This story courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission – REXBURG — Five kids and a relative are miraculously alive after a pipe from their furnace broke off and emitted invisible gas throughout their home, causing them to…

Wyoming State Superintendent gives overview of education from topics like masks, funding, and accountability

The Wyoming State Superintendent, Jillian Balow, joined SVI to give updates on the current education situation from topics such as masks, vaccines, funding, accountability, and discussed an upcoming program to be introduced. Masks and Vaccines in schools She says when…

Lummis, Western senators renew push for state management of grizzlies

By CJ Baker and Mark Davis Powell Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — A group of Republican senators from Wyoming, Idaho and Montana are calling on Democratic leaders to take “immediate” action on a bill that would return management…

Ways the community can help and support their local military members and families

Staff Sergeant Mike Scherbel, recruiter with the Wyoming Army National Guard, sat down with SVI to discuss how the community can support military members and their families as Veterans Day is observed this week. He says one of the best…

Public Reports of Illegal Use of National Forest Lands Results in Successful Prosecution

In August of 2021, the United States Forest Service received multiple complaints from the public concerning a long-term campsite on lands managed by the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Law enforcement investigated the complaints and found an unattended campfire, several dilapidated vehicles,…

Hunter loses life in accident near Cokeville

◆ No charges filed in accidental discharge. No charges have been filed after a hunting accident in the mountains near Cokeville. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reports that they responded to an emergency request for aid on October 16. An…

Big Piney school sexual harassment, abuse case moves forward

PINEDALE (WNE) — Having worked through Wyoming’s U.S. District Court to the pretrial stage, Jane Doe and her parents’ federal-rights lawsuit against Big Piney school officials is at the point of scheduling an initial conference. Former Big Piney student Jane…

Celebration of Life for TJ Avila

A Celebration of Life for TJ Avila will take place Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 11 am at the First Baptist Church located at 81 North, 3rd St. in Soda Springs, Idaho.

Nearly all entrances and roads close in Yellowstone National Park Monday, November 8, 2021

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – This weekend, November 6-7, provides the last chance for visitors to drive to many iconic locations in Yellowstone. The West, South and East entrances and all roads, with one exception, will close to vehicle travel…