National Retail Fairness Act Introduced to Keep WY Tax Dollars in WY
The Following is a Press Release from the office of Representative Albert Sommers With the goal of keeping more Wyoming tax dollars in Wyoming, House Bill 220, the National Retail Fairness Act was introduced in the Wyoming House of Representatives today. The legislation…
Investigation into head on collision continues
A head on collision that occurred at the intersection of U.S. Highway 89 and Highway 236 in Afton is under investigation this week. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, two pick-up trucks were involved in a head on collision…
Amber Alert Issued by the Wyoming Highway Patrol
UPDATE: At 10:54 am WHP issued a notice that Zane had been found and that the alert has been canceled. ORIGINAL STORY: The Wyoming Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert Tuesday morning for a missing 12-year-old boy. The alert…
Exciting News with the KDCA Chamber of Commerce
Hometown Floral was named “Business of the Month” by Ellen Potter, Chairman of the KDCA (Kemmerer/Diamondville Community Area) Chamber of Commerce. “One of the reasons [Hometown Floral] was chosen as business of the month is because they are really tuned…
Ice Fishing Essentials and Tips for Beginners
If you’re looking to do something outdoors this winter, there’s no experience quite like ice fishing. Not only is it exhilarating to be out on the ice, but it’s also a great way to pass the time with your friends….
(Video) – Star Valley Medical Center Health Topics Tuesday: Dr. Brown
Today for Health Topics Tuesday on SVI Media, Dr. Brown spoke with Duke Dance about cervical health.
Bear Lake Memorial Continues Plans for New MRI
By: Julie Dockstader Heaps Administrators at nationally recognized Bear Lake Memorial are continuing fundraising efforts for a new MRI as part of larger efforts to expand hospital facilities. “We’ve been fundraising for an MRI for the past year,” Tracy…
Western Wyoming Snow & Wind Totals
Another windy snowstorm pounded Wyoming Sunday and Monday, bringing several inches of snow to some areas while other areas saw wind gusts exceeding 100 MPH. The National Weather Service reports that Mt. Coffin in the Greys River area of Lincoln…
A Guide To Winter Wildlife Watching in Yellowstone
From the lower prices and nonexistent crowds to the magical layer of white snow, winter in Yellowstone has its perks. But there’s also something else hiding in the snowy landscape: wildlife. Winter wildlife watching in Yellowstone offers unprecedented, intimate views…
Wyoming News Briefs: January 7, 2019
The Star Valley Independent is a member of the Wyoming News Exchange. These stories come courtesy of the WNE. Bill would set out-of-state tuition minimums LARAMIE (WNE) — For the second consecutive year, Rep. Bill Henderson, R-Cheyenne, is bringing a…