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Sheriff’s Office touts communication during events

Sheriff Shane Johnson spoke with SVI this week and commented several topics including the Willow Creek Fire and also the LOTOJA bike race. While extremely different in nature, he noted that communication with other entities before and during these events…

Alpine Charter School works with town on permitting process

The Alpine Education Foundation continues to move the Alpine Charter School forward after securing modular units for a site going through permitting during September with the Town of Alpine. “We are very excited. We have made a lot of headway…

Hageman to hear testimony in Teton Park on public land funding

  Congressional committee to discuss the Great American Outdoors Act, which provided money to preserve the Kelly Parcel. That revenue stream may be in danger.   By Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile.com A congressional panel will hear testimony in Grand…

Comment period ends for Forest Service Draft Assessment 

  • All submitted comments can be viewed online The 45-day public comment period for the Bridger-Teton National Forest Draft Assessment plan ended on August 24. Public comments submitted to the B-T regarding the future management of the local forest…

Star Valley Health Auxiliary makes multiple donations

  In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Star Valley Health (SVH) Auxiliary recently donated $7,300 to help create a temporary helipad for the Emergency Room in Alpine. This critical addition will enhance patient care and accessibility, particularly during…

Evacuations from Willow Creek Fire: Lancasters share evacuation story

What started as a pencil-thin column of smoke this past Friday turned into something that most Star Valley residents had not seen up close until Saturday. A blazing inferno that closed the road and began to put property at risk…

Arrest made in Alpine hit and run

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has taken a man into custody who is believed to have been the driver in a hit and run incident that occurred in Alpine on Sunday, August 3. Sheriff Shane Johnson confirmed that Aaron Call,…