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Year: 2026

Letters to the Editor: March 18, 2026

The following letters to the editor appeared in the March 18, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent.   Wyoming Legislature Summary By Scott Heiner, House Majority Floor Leader The Wyoming Legislature adjourned following a 20-day session dealing with the…

Independent Notes: Allow time to develop working relationships and not missing the moment for a kind word. 

There are those times when we should consider giving something, like a working relationships, a little more time to develop. I find that to be the case with both my occupation and in public service. I found that to be…

Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86

By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and adoration from presidents…

$43 Million Lost to Scammers in Wyoming in 2024

  By Elliott Deins Saratoga Sun Via- Wyoming News Exchange SARATOGA —  In 2024, Wyoming residents lost $43 million to scams, Bank of Commerce and CEO Copper France told Saratoga seniors last week.  “You’re not alone,” he said. “Just understand…

FOUR TIMES A CHAMPION

Casey, Tel, Kimball and Owen Parry were in the SVI studio on Friday, March 20, as they spoke about Tel winning his fourth state wrestling title to cap off his senior season. Below, find a feature on Tel and the…

Sports Friday Interview: Cooper Lancaster and Coach Matt Shumway

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Sports Friday Interview: Casey, Tel, Kimball & Owen Parry

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The Most Common Risks for Construction Site Cranes

Cranes are common at construction sites, but they present dangers without proper preparation. Learn the most common risks for construction site cranes here.

Men plead not guilty to abusing moose

  EVANSTON (WNE) — Three men accused of roping, riding and dragging an aged and feeble moose were arraigned in the Third District Court on Tuesday, March 17. Justin Martin, 54, his son Range Martin, 23, of Uinta County and…