Independent Obituaries: October 4, 2023
The following obituaries appeared in the October 4, 2023 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. Paul Jensen Colonel James Paul Jensen, DVM James…
Despite rain and muddy water, Swift Creek slide remains stable
The Town of Afton says the recent mud slide that occurred earlier this year in Swift Creek canyon has not begun to slide again, despite the recent rain and muddy water. “There is a lot of water coming down the…
Homeowners speak in favor of a new property tax system, lawmakers move to draft new bill
By Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Members of the Joint Revenue Committee moved to draft legislation during their Monday meeting that would amend the state constitution and implement an acquisition value property tax system…
Injuries reported in two-vehicle collision south of Afton
At approximately 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 3, members of the Afton Police Department, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP), the Afton Volunteer Fire Department and Star Valley EMS responded to the scene of a two-vehicle…
Funeral services for Leo Putnam
Funeral services for Leo Putnam will take place Friday, October 6, at 12 noon at the Afton Tabernacle at 12 noon. A viewing will take place from 9-11:45 prior to the service at the church.
Guest Editorial: Shaping Wyoming’s Energy Future Through Carbon Capture
By The Lincoln County Commission — Jerry Hansen, Kent Connelly and Teri Bowers The global energy landscape is changing. As energy demand reaches record highs amid a renewed push toward clean energy, producers face the daunting challenge of ramping up…
Comments sought on e-biking along trails
The Bridger-Teton National Forest is seeking public input on the proposed designation of e-bikes on select trails located in the Jackson Ranger District. The proposal would allow Class 1 e-bike use on 27.5 miles of existing trail in the Teton…
Pile Burning Planned for Bridger-Teton National Forest
The Blackrock and Jackson Ranger Districts of the Bridger Teton National Forest plan to begin burning 277-acres of hand piles of libs and slash in early October and throughout the next few months as weather allows. Several piles are within…
Auditions for “The Forgotten Carols” are scheduled for October 6-7
• Opportunities are available for solo and choral participants. Auditions for the 2023 Salt River Arts Christmas production of “The Forgotten Carols,” are taking place Friday and Saturday, October 6-7 from 7-9 p.m. at the Ford Theatre in Afton. Available…
Star Valley Plein Air hosted 46 artists last week
• Registration and art sales gleaned nearly $17,000. Forty-six visual artists gathered last week for the second annual Star Valley Plein Air art competition. Together, they produced 91 paintings of various landscapes and locations throughout Star Valley. Once completed, the…