Military truck hauling ammo catches fire on I-80 near Evanston
A semi carrying ammunition as part of a military convoy caught fire on I-80 near Evanston Monday afternoon, June 21. The Uinta County Fire and Ambulance said westbound lanes were closed at milepost 14 as Evanston Fire Crews battled the…
SVR Fox Run Park, site of Arbor Day Celebration
◆ Improvements planned for community park. The Town of Star Valley Ranch continues to develop the land in the community to accommodate families. As part of the improvements several trees were planted Saturday, June 12, at Fox Run Park…
Governor launches Wyoming drought website for 2021
◆ Information on ag, tourism, recreation and water utilities. Governor Mark Gordon has announced the launch of a new website that will provide detailed, updated information on drought conditions in Wyoming. Developed through a collaboration of multiple state and federal…
Six new wind farms planned for Wyoming
By Nicole Pollack Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Six proposed wind farms could add more than 1,600 megawatts of electricity generation capacity to Wyoming’s grid by 2024, according to an announcement this week by utility Rocky Mountain…
Judge prevents drilling-site work, citing threats to sage grouse
By Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile.com A federal judge has prevented drilling and construction on 449 oil and gas leases covering 334,762 acres in Wyoming, saying the federal government didn’t examine potential effects to imperiled greater sage grouse when it…
KICK IT OR KEEP IT: “Reveries” by Styx
A 1970’s rock group is back with the release of a brand new album. Crash Of The Crown was released to iTunes by the group Styx on Friday, June 18. “Reveries” has been one of the most popular songs on the album…
Coming Events: June 18-26
© Copyright Star Valley Independent • June 18-June 20 Annual Day in the Life Photo Contest with SVI Media, Friday-Sunday. On one of these days, take a picture of what you feel best represents a day in the life in…
Freedom’s Sierra Butler named Rodeo Queen
The Lincoln County Rodeo Queen contest was held Saturday, June 11 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Afton. 10 young ladies in total competed for the title of Queen, Princess and Jr. Princess. During the day contestants were judged on…
What You Should Know Before Buying a Pop-up Camper
Taking your camping to another level this summer? A pop-up camper is a great middle ground between roughing it and buying an RV. Here’s what to look for in one.
Day In The Life Photo Contest Returns
◆ Annual contest looks to capture a day in the life of living in Star Valley. Residents of Star Valley have a chance to show off their photography skills this weekend with SVI Media’s annual Day In The Life photo…