Former Game & Fish Director nominated to lead U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Provided by Wyoming Game & Fish CHEYENNE — Former Wyoming Game & Fish Department Director Brian Nesvik was nominated by the Trump administration to be the next U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director. The nomination was announced Feb. 12. “Brian is…
LCSD No. 2 Board Meeting Highlights
The Lincoln County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on February 12, 2025. Here are a few items of note from the meeting. Principal Steve Burch reported on several items for Star Valley Middle School…
Independent Notes: Responding to property tax increases with reductions.
There are varying versions of responses to property tax increases across Wyoming. Lincoln County leads the way with the highest rate increase in the past four years, 112.6 percent. Teton County is close behind at 111 percent. Some counties didn’t…
(Photo Gallery) – Braves claim 4A West crown on home mat
Star Valley defended their home mat for the 4A West Regional title as they fended off favorite Kelly Walsh 239.0 to 233.5. It was the first regional wrestling tournament held at SVHS since 2014. Individually, the Braves advanced six grapplers…
Sports Friday Interview: SVHS Senior Alexis Angell, CSI Commit
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Multi-vehicle accident causes serious injuries
Law enforcement officials and first-responders were on scene of a multi-vehicle accident on US 89 north of Grover on Thursday morning February 20. The crash resulted in serious injuries to several people and multiple citations were given out. According to…
Wyoming graduation rates are consistently above 80 percent
• Lincoln County School District No. 2 remains among the ranks of Wyoming districts that consistently experience a graduation rate over 90 percent The Wyoming Department of Education announced in a January press release that on-time graduation rates from…
A Hidden Gem: 3 Rivers Motel & RV Park in Alpine
Situated where the Snake, Greys, and Salt Rivers meet, the 3 Rivers Motel & RV Park in Alpine, Wyoming, provides a cozy haven for travelers in search of adventure and relaxation. Just a short drive from the bustling Jackson Hole…
Scholarships available for Junior Bowlers
• Star Valley Station Manager, Amy Hansen shares how children ages 5-18 can earn scholarships with bowling Star Valley Station provides an exciting opportunity for young bowlers with its Junior Bowling program, run by Amy Hansen, Manager of Star Valley…
Second person passes away from Georgetown crash
An accident that occurred on February 19 has claimed a second life as an 85-year old female who had been transported for medical care has passed away due to her injuries. The woman had been the driver of the vehicle….