Why Your Story Podcast: Final Tour with the Osmonds

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.

Severe drought stresses Wyoming ranches, agriculture

June 18, 2026

By Shiloh Martin Cody Enterprise Via- Wyoming News Exchange CODY — “This drought is probably as bad as I’ve seen in my life operating as a rancher,” said Dustin Taylor, the owner of Meeteetse’s E Spear Ranch. Taylor normally... Read More

Fire Danger Raised to HIGH

June 18, 2026

Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to “high” for Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. While the landscape may still appear green, heavy dead and down timber and fuels... Read More

New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebs fill the streets

June 18, 2026

By ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE, JAKE OFFENHARTZ and STEPHEN WHYNO Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson held up the golden NBA championship trophy for a forest of outstretched hands to touch as fans celebrated the New York Knicks’ first title... Read More

U.S. lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials

June 18, 2026

By WILL WEISSERT and SEUNG MIN KIM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran, and oil tankers began freely moving through the Strait of Hormuz after months of being unable to use the... Read More

Western Wyoming Community College Announces Planned Name Update to “Western Wyoming College”

June 18, 2026

Western Wyoming Community College (Western) today announced a strategic update to its institutional name, transitioning to Western Wyoming College (Western). The change is designed to better reflect the breadth and quality of the College’s academic offerings, including its growing bachelor’s... Read More

BLM approves Shute Creek CO2 disposal and pipeline project

June 18, 2026

KEMMERER (WNE) — The Bureau of Land Management recently approved the Shute Creek 7-34 carbon dioxide disposal project in Lincoln and Sweetwater counties. The well will be more than 18,000 feet deep and will permanently sequester excess carbon... Read More

Disposable Calibration Gas: Pros and Cons

June 18, 2026

Compare the pros and cons of disposable calibration gas, including portability, cost, storage, waste concerns, and long-term value for safety teams. Read More

Independent Obituaries: Jun 17, 2026

June 18, 2026

The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the June 17, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Eldene Petrovich Eldene Veigel Petrovich passed away on June 6, 2026, at her... Read More

SVI Radio Interview: U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman

June 18, 2026

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Star Gymnastics competes at Nationals

June 18, 2026

The Star Gymnastics Team recently returned from Orland, Florida where they competed in the National Gymnastics Association (NGA) National Championships. The competition took place June 5-7 and included youth gymnasts from around the nation and Puerto Rico and even internationally... Read More

Wyoming State Forester Kelly Norris to visit Lincoln County

June 18, 2026

Wyoming State Forester Kelly Norris will be in Lincoln County this Thursday to meet with local leaders and community members as part of her statewide work to protect forest health and strengthen wildfire preparedness. Norris, who has served as... Read More

Road work will be a part of the new Star Valley Ranch Budget

June 18, 2026

The Town of Star Valley Ranch has completed the annual budget and approved it on Third and final reading. The budget will be directing funding toward road improvements. “A couple of the highlights from that is, putting about half a... Read More

Why is 4-H beneficial to youth?

June 17, 2026

Many 4-H youth are preparing animals and projects to include in the Lincoln County Fair, but the main goal is to teach youth life skills and how to be better citizens. “We’re super excited for our fair this year,”... Read More

Kemmerer South Wildlife slightly delayed due to material delays

June 17, 2026

The following is a press release from the Wyoming Department of Transportation The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is continuing with work on the Kemmerer South wildlife crossings project that began earlier this year, despite material delays on a a... Read More