U.S. lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials
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…
Western Wyoming Community College Announces Planned Name Update to “Western Wyoming College”
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…
BLM approves Shute Creek CO2 disposal and pipeline project
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…
Disposable Calibration Gas: Pros and Cons
Compare the pros and cons of disposable calibration gas, including portability, cost, storage, waste concerns, and long-term value for safety teams.
Independent Obituaries: Jun 17, 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…
SVI Radio Interview: U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman
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Star Gymnastics competes at Nationals
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…
Wyoming State Forester Kelly Norris to visit Lincoln County
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…
Road work will be a part of the new Star Valley Ranch Budget
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…
Why is 4-H beneficial to youth?
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,”…