Travis Osmond returns for a special episode of the Why Your Story Podcast to reflect on performing with his dad and uncles during the farewell tour of The Osmond Brothers in Europe. In addition, Travis sat down with SVI Media’s Julie Dockstader Heaps to share what it was like growing up as the oldest son of a famous rock star and what family life was like for he and his siblings. The full feature story can be found in the January 29 edition of the Star Valley Independent or by clicking here.
You can also listen to the Why Your Story Podcast episode posted on May 2, 2024 with Travis father, Merrill Osmond, who reminisced about being part of The Osmond Brothers and what is next for he and his family. This episode can be found by clicking here.
House passes bill to 'ditch the switch' and make daylight saving time permanent
July 15, 2026
By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — There will be no turning back the clock if the House has its way. The House passed a bill Tuesday that would make daylight saving time permanent. Proponents, including the White House,... Read More
US reimposes blockade and steps up strikes as Iran threatens to halt Mideast energy exports
July 15, 2026
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and intensified its airstrike campaign Wednesday in retaliation for Tehran’s attacks on ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.... Read More
SVI Radio Interview: Travis Osmond, Weed & Pest Knapweed Program
July 15, 2026
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A Trio of Cowboys Named Preseason All-MW
July 15, 2026
• Edmiston, Johnsen and Stuhlsatz named to Preseason Squad The Mountain West Conference Announced the Preseason All-Mountain West team prior to the first day of Old Trapper Mountain West Media Days at The Palms Resort and Casino on Wednesday. A... Read More
SVI Radio Interview: Chad Baldwin, University of Wyoming
July 15, 2026
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Recent temperatures neared multi-decade highs
July 15, 2026
Sunday’s heat delivered some of the hottest temperatures western Wyoming has seen in years, with communities across Star Valley and southern Lincoln County climbing into the mid- to upper-90s as a prolonged heat wave settled over the region. The National... Read More
Will voters split Wyoming’s Republican race for governor?
July 15, 2026
• The primary election victor is expected to win in November and lead the state for the next 4 years. By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com The last two times the governor’s seat was open in Wyoming, the Republican nominee... Read More
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Reaches New Missionary Record
July 15, 2026
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints now has more full-time missionaries serving than at any other time in its history. Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous high of just over 88,000 in 2014. This... Read More
Lincoln County GOP elects to not endorse candidates
July 15, 2026
The Lincoln County Republican Party made the decision to not endorse specific candidates during a special meeting held July 8 in Cokeville. According to Chairman Lance Oviatt, the Central Committee voted to not endorse candidates “due to a lack... Read More
To reverence our fallen heroes
July 15, 2026
Emotions continued to run high in Star Valley on Wednesday morning, following the Tuesday, July 8 motorcade and aerial escort of The Wall That Heals from Alpine to the football field at Star Valley Middle School. Volunteers and guests... Read More
Search & Rescue recounts search for drowning victim
July 15, 2026
Following a weeklong search that began on Independence Day, the body of Tory J. Raether, a 55-year-old man from Charlotte, North Carolina, was recovered by Star Valley Search & Rescue. Campers along McCoy Creek Road spotted Raether in Palisades Reservoir... Read More
Two deaths in Opal being investigated as possible overdose
July 14, 2026
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of two individuals found in southern Lincoln County in the Town of Opal. Sheriff Shane Johnson said a report was received on July 1 of two deceased individuals in a camper... Read More
SVI Radio Interview: U.S. Senator John Barrasso visit The Wall That Heals
July 14, 2026
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SVI Radio Interview: Jake Lozier, Oyster Ridge Music Festival
July 14, 2026
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SVI Radio Interview: Sheriff Shane Johnson & Commander Matt McMurdo
July 14, 2026
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Bison gores 65-year-old in Yellowstone National Park
July 14, 2026
By Riley Zeleznik Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — A man was launched several feet in the air by a bison Friday in Yellowstone National Park. The 65-year-old man was injured by a bison in Bridge... Read More
Wyoming’s average gasoline prices notch back up slightly in past week
July 14, 2026
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have risen 2.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.82 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com’s survey of 494 stations in Wyoming. Prices in Wyoming are 36 cents per... Read More
Yellowstone National Park visitation statistics drop in June
July 14, 2026
CODY (WNE) — Yellowstone National Park hosted 903,025 recreation visits last month, down 3% from June 2025 (928,250 recreation visits). Visitation in June 2026 also showed a 4% decrease from June 2021 (938,845 recreation visits). The park’s record-breaking year... Read More
Supreme Court justices to testify before Congress on increasing security funding in rare appearance
July 14, 2026
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will make a rare appearance before Congress Tuesday, weeks after the end of a historic term. The justices are appearing before a House... Read More