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Year: 2026

SVI Radio Interview: City of Kemmerer Administrator Brian Muir

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KICK IT OR KEEP IT: “Hit The Road” by Mattie Pruitt

A song released two weeks ago by country artists Mattie Pruitt is up for vote in this week’s Kick It or Keep It. If voted to be kept, “Hit The Road” will be added to The Spur’s playlist. Vote to…

China hopes 2026 will be a ‘landmark year’ for relationship with US

By HUIZHONG WU Associated Press BEIJING (AP) — China said it hopes this year will be a “landmark year” for its relationship with its biggest competitor, the U.S., striking a largely positive tone ahead of an expected summit between the…

Lady Braves and Braves place 2nd at 4A West Regionals

The 4A West Regionals were held in Evanston over the weekend and both the Lady Braves and Braves qualified for the State tournament and finished as the #2 seed from the conference.  On the girls side, Star Valley rolled past…

Senate, House agree on recalibration bill

  By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Legislature’s K-12 public school funding recalibration bill is headed to the governor. On Thursday, the Senate voted 31-0 to unanimously concur with the House’s position…

Highway Patrol Association hopes raises will alleviate retention crisis

  By Ivy Secrest Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers made headlines over the past few weeks when an advocacy campaign revealing the agency’s struggles with funding, retaining staff and maintaining a safe…

Letters to the Editor: March 4, 2026

The following letters to the editor appeared in the March 4, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent.  SF-0082 Dear Editor, SF-0082 is misguided. Senate file: Duties of registered agents-amendments, is an attempt to prevent LLC fraud. It would  require…

Thayne Town Council meeting summary

  The Thayne Town Council convened, focusing on important community matters. A public hearing for liquor license renewals was held for several establishments, including Pine’s Bar, Broulim’s Supermarket, Graze, Dad’s Bar and Steakhouse, Forever West on Main, and El Rodeo…

Over $1,600 raised for Lucky’s Place

  The Animal Humane Society of Star Valley, known to most as Lucky’s Place, says it costs an average of $276,000 annually to operate a nonprofit animal shelter — which highlights the importance of community donations. This past week, Lucky’s…