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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%…

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: 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….

Three rescued from frigid waters of Palisades Reservoir

The following story is courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission. – Three boaters are safe after spending nearly an hour in the frigid water of Palisade Reservoir Saturday morning. Emergency crews were dispatched at about 9:50 a.m….

Community Awareness Training session scheduled

  In light of recent events, including the Willow Creek Fire, Lincoln County Emergency Management is hosting an essential training session aimed at enhancing community awareness and preparedness. This informative event will take place on October 9, 2025, at 6:00…