LCSD#2 student test scores are up
Recently posted results for the 2024-2025 Wyoming state assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science reveal that Lincoln County School District #2 students have markedly exceeded state average scores and demonstrated significant year-over-year growth. WYTOPP assessments are administered each…
Addressing the urgent need for Foster Care in Star Valley
Foster care plays a critical role in the well-being of children who are unable to remain in their biological homes due to various circumstances. Kelsey Rammel, the foster care coordinator for the Star Valley area with the Wyoming Department…
Independent Obituaries: September 17, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the September 17, 2025 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. Ione Helm Ione Parsons Helm…
SVI Radio Interview: U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman
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Electric rates increasing, natural gas decreasing
Customers and owners will notice a rate change in both electricity and natural gas provided by Lower Valley Energy. The cooperative has announced an increase in electricity rates and a decrease in natural gas rates. “After months of analysis…
Addressing the Spotted Knapweed problem in Star Valley
On September 10, 2025, Mitchell Wolfley and Bryan Nichols from the Lincoln County Weed & Pest office visited the SVI Radio studio to discuss the growing issue of Spotted Knapweed in Star Valley, particularly on the northern end of…
Town of Alpine issues fraud alert following scam emails
The Town of Alpine has issued a warning regarding fraudulent emails sent to residents and contractors. “The Town of Alpine has been notified that residents and contractors are receiving fake invoices claiming to be from the town for building permits,”…
SVI Radio Radio: Chad Baldwin, University of Wyoming
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Star Valley Ranch addresses commercial zone and road improvements
A commercial zoning ordinance and a resolution allowing for equipment purchases were approved by the Star Valley Ranch Town Council at their September 9 meeting. Ordinance 2025-07 Land Usage updates to commercial zoning regulations moved forward on first reading, specifically…
Webb retiring, Lower Valley Energy searches for next CEO
Applications are open for the next President and CEO of Lower Valley Energy following the announcement that current CEO Jim Webb is retiring. “The Board of Directors of Lower Valley Energy in Afton, WY seeks a strategic, innovative, and…