White-out conditions lead to three-vehicle accident
According to driver reports to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, zero visibility combined with road conditions led to a three-vehicle accident on U.S. 89 at the base of the South River Summit on Friday afternoon. At approximately 2 p.m., emergency personnel…
Etna North opens with new five-lane
◆ New signage returns speeds to 65 mph. The new Etna North five-lane is open for traffic as contractors completed the final paving and striping in the first week of November. “Everything is open and no more delays,” said Darin…
Motorcycle accident claims the life of Montpelier man
◆ Motorcycle and rider thrown over steep embankment. A motorcycle accident near the base of the Salt River Summit on U.S. Highway 89, Sunday evening has claimed the life of an Idaho man. The Wyoming Highway Patrol released the following…
Area First Responders aid in several weekend incidents
It was a busy weekend for Star Valley First responders as EMS from Star Valley Health and the Afton Fire Department joined with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and Wyoming Highway Patrol as they responded to a fatality motorcycle accident…
Recent snowfall welcome following warm November
◆ Average precipitation in November, but above average temperatures hurts snowpack. Snowfall this week is a welcomed sight after an average November in Star Valley did little to build snowpack thanks to above average temperatures. Following a dry winter last…