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Month: May 2026

JAC debates government’s role in business growth vs. infrastructure

    By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — On Friday, state lawmakers discussed whether the government’s role in economic development should focus primarily on water, sewer and road infrastructure, or on broader business investment….

Carmen Patterson announces candidacy for Lincoln County Attorney

The following is a statement sent to SVI Media from Carmen Patterson announcing her intent to run for Lincoln County Attorney I, Carmen L. Patterson, am announcing my candidacy for Lincoln County Attorney. I have practiced law in Wyoming since…

Christiansen in quarterfinals for America’s Favorite Student

  • Voters encouraged to cast daily votes Star Valley High School Senior Eli Christiansen is in the quarterfinals running for America’s Favorite Student. The #1 student nationwide will appear in Reader’s Digest and receive a $20,000 cash prize. Quarterfinal…

WAVE Radio Interview: Amy Bishop – Bear Lake County Clerk

Amy Bishop, Bear Lake County Clerk, stopped by the WAVE this morning to talk about the voting process. She will be on the primary election ballot on May 19, running to retain her position as Bear Lake County Clerk.

SVI Radio Interview: Tanner Belknap, Star Valley Trout Unlimited

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SVI Radio Interview: Gail Symons – WyVote.vote

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Fossil Butte National Monument host Spring Workshop this Thursday

The following is a press release from Fossil Butte National Monument The staff at Fossil Butte National Monument, in response to a request and encouragement from fossil quarry operators, are hosting the Fossil Lake Spring Workshop. It is scheduled for…

What to know about the US military presence in Europe as Trump seeks drawdown of thousands of troops

By JAMEY KEATEN and BEN FINLEY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s vow to shrink America’s military deployment in Germany has put a new spotlight on the U.S. role in Europe. There are usually 80,000 to 100,000 troops…

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Letters to the Editor: April 29, 2026

The following Letters to the Editor appeared in the April 29, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent.   Supporting Ukraine Dear Editor First of all, I support Ukraine and I think many Americans do. I often watch Professor Gerdes…