G&F announces new Afton Game Warden
The Wyoming Game & Fish Department has announced a new Game Warden for the Star Valley region. Cody Schoonover will serve as the Afton Senior Game Warden. “Schoonover’s extensive background includes various wildlife research and technician roles in Alaska, Idaho,…
SVI Radio Interview: Shar Perry, Lincoln County 4-H
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Full time homeowners can now apply for 25% property tax exemption
Starting Wednesday, October 1, Wyoming residents who own a home and occupy the property full time are eligible for a reduction in residential property taxes. Applications are accepted through February 1. According to the Lincoln County Assessors Office, the 25%…
New parade route in Afton
In response to the steady growth in attendance at community parades, the Afton Town Council has decided to adjust the parade route to enhance safety for participants, spectators, and emergency services. The current route, while steeped in tradition, has become…
Legislative report from Rep. McKay Erickson
McKay Erickson, representative for Wyoming House District 21, spoke with SVI and provided an update on various issues facing his constituency as prep work is underway for the 2026 budget session. On of the items Erickson spoke about was…
Afton Main Street Alliance hosts Oktoberfest this Saturday
Afton’s Main Street Alliance is hosting the second annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 4 with vendors offering goods and activities from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Food, goods, a beer garden, entertainment and live music are on the schedule throughout…
Pink Night is Wednesday for Lady Braves Volleyball
The Star Valley Lady Braves volleyball team made their first of many trips to the Oil City this past weekend for the Casper Invitational. Matches were played at the Ford Wyoming Center, the site of the annual Wyoming State…
Commissioners officially end fire restrictions
The Lincoln County Commission officially ended a ban on Monday during a special commission meeting held in Afton. The restrictions had been in place since August 19. “WHEREAS, the County Fire Warden has determined there has been sufficient decrease in…
SVI Radio Interview: Sierra Mitchell, Fighting Hunger Games Food Drive
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SVI Radio Interview: Rep. McKay Erickson (R-Afton) Legislative Report
Representative McKay Erickson (R-Afton) of House District 21 stepped into the SVI Radio studio on Monday, September 19 to report on the legislative work he has been involved with over the course of the summer and into the fall. Rep….