Senate Democrats reject government funding bill for 10th time
*Note* U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman spoke in regards to the government shutdown during SVI Radio’s Weekday Wakeup on Thursday, October 16. The full interview can be heard by clicking here. WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats rejected for the 10th time…
LCSD#2 Board Meeting recap for October
The board of trustees for Lincoln County School District No. 2 met on October 8 for a regular session. Here are some of the items that were discussed. Superintendent Erickson stated that enrollment for the district is down 48 students…
Independent Obituaries: October 15, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the October 15, 2025 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. Christy Stewart-Bettes With deep sorrow, we…
4-H Clubs host awards evening
Members of 4-H clubs from throughout North Lincoln County gathered last week to celebrate the achievements of their members over the last year. Twelve participants and supporters received 15 awards during the event. The Lincoln County Extension office shared…
Community Invited to “Nacho Mama’s Bingo” Fundraiser for Thayne Food Bank
Ladies in Star Valley are being invited for a night of bingo at the Star Valley Ranch Town Hall for nachos and giving for the Thayne Food Bank. The “Nacho Mama’s Community Bingo” night will be held Thursday, October 16,…
Upper Valley Transportation Plan includes public survey
Do you live in Auburn, Grover, Afton, Fairview, Osmond, Smoot or some other area of the upper valley in Star Valley? If so, you are asked to participate in a survey for the Lincoln County Upper Valley Transportation Alternative…
SVI Radio Interview: Chad Baldwin, University of Wyoming
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Updates from Representative Andrew Byron
In a recent interview on the Weekday Wake-up on Monday, October 13, Representative Andrew Byron of House District 22, which includes Northern Star Valley and Southern Teton County, shared insights into ongoing legislative efforts and community concerns. Byron, who chairs…
Spooktacular Harvest Craft Fair opens Saturday
Star Valley’s fourth annual Spooktacular Harvest Craft Fair is scheduled for Saturday, October 18 at the Thayne Community Center located at 250 Van Noy Parkway in Thayne. Doors are open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. Jackie…
WYDOT driver services statewide to close for two days for software installation
SHERIDAN (WNE) — Wyoming Department of Transportation Driver Services offices statewide will be temporarily closed for software installation and data conversion starting next week. Driver Services offices will close 30 minutes early Thursday, Oct. 16, and will remain closed…