SVI Radio Interview: Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson
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Avalanche near Commissary Ridge claims life of Springville, Utah man
An avalanche that occurred Sunday afternoon, January 11 near Commissary Ridge has claimed the life of a Utah man. Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson said the department received a Garmin InReach notification of an injured snowmobiler in the LaBarge Creek…
SVI Radio Interview: Tim Hale, LCSD2 Education Foundation
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SVI Radio Interview: Nathan Balser, BYU Young Ambassadors
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SVHS Sports Weekend Recap: January 9-10
The Star Valley wrestling teams were in Utah and the Lady Braves played their first home game of the basketball season over the weekend as the winter sports teams now delve into the meet of their season. Here’s a look…
Independent Notes: Lincoln County’s towns keep moving forward with achievements.
Years ago I can remember the challenges of running a small town when I served as a member of the Afton Town Council. That assignment, along with attending hundreds, if not a few thousand town council meetings over the decades…
Passion to Rescue: One woman’s legacy of love and service
Find this feature in the January 7, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent – Something in her heart broke, and ten-year-old Mary Ann Wilson rushed in, kicking and screaming, to rescue the defenseless cat from adolescent boys who were…
Sports Friday Interview: SVHS Indoor Track & Field Coach Ty Draney
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Local auxiliary blends veteran remembrance with holiday outreach
Provided by Alpine American Legion Auxiliary Unit 46 In December the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 46 – Alpine hosts two programs to honor veterans and support the community. The fourth annual Wreaths Across Star Valley Ceremony was performed on December…
Service is the theme for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Provided by Baha’i Faith of Star Valley Star Valley residents will once again come together to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Thayne Community Center. A large turnout…