County looking for solution for septic services
• Towns limited in taking private septic shipments. The Lincoln County Commission hosted towns and septic system businesses in a July 8 meeting centered around finding a solution for a drop location. Chief of Staff Stephen Allen advised the meeting…
Septic waste dumping: Is Lincoln County facing a crisis?
The town of Afton is currently grappling with significant challenges surrounding its septic waste management system, stemming from two recent overflow incidents—one on April 20 and the other on June 10. At last week’s town council meeting, Utility Director Josh…
SVI Radio Interview: Lincoln County Commissioner Teri Bowers
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Shumway provides update on Forest Service Plan
• Lincoln County Commissioner, Mel Shumway, shares about the Revision Plan for the Bridger-Teton National Forest In a recent interview on SVI Radio, Lincoln County Commissioner Mel Shumway offered a comprehensive update on the Forest Revision Plan for the…
SVI Radio Interview: Stephen Allen, Lincoln County Commission Chief of Staff
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Officials seek answers as layoff rumors swirl at southwest Wyoming coal mine
• Without confirmation from the ‘asset management company’ that acquired the mine last year, locals prepare for the unknown. By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com Officials in Lincoln County are pressing the owners of the Kemmerer coal mine for more details…
Commissioners approve first phase of development near SV Ranch
• Future phases contingent on agreement with Town Council During the regular Lincoln County Commission Meeting on Wednesday, February 4, the Lincoln County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve first phase construction of the Mountain Estates Subdivision. The proposed development…
Mel Shumway joins Lincoln County Commission
Mel Shumway of Star Valley was sworn into office as the newest member of the Lincoln County Commission on Monday, Jan. 6. The honorable Joseph B. Bluemel of Wyoming’s Third Judicial District administered the oath of office. Shumway spoke highly…
SVI Radio Interview: Lincoln County Commissioner Mel Shumway
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SVI Radio Interview: Stephen Allen, Lincoln County Commission Chief of Staff
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