Monthly Archives: February 2012

In the middle of February, the Star Valley Independent celebrated a birthday, one that dates back to 1901 when the newspaper first began consistent production. Since that time, the Independent has not missed a weekly edition. Take a look back 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago during this same week of the calendar year and see what made the pages in the eyes of the writers and editors. 25-years ago: Following the conclusion of the 49th legislature in Cheyenne earlier this week, Representative Alan Stauffer said he was disappointed that the states spending wouldnt be scaled back further . . . at the 1980 level in order to balance the budget. Wyomings unemployment rate for January was 10.6 percent, up from Decembers 9.7 percent. Januarys rate was the highest recorded in the state since February 1963. For Sale: 1987 Star Valley Historical Calendars, $3. Great for gifts giving. 50-years ago: Afton Grade school Building in Poor condition, says fire inspection report The inspection was made at the request of the board in trying to determine whether the building built in 1925 was in good enough condition to justify extensive repairs, or whether a bond issue to build a new … Continue reading →

By Sarah Hale on Feb 28, 2012 in News, Thayne An agreement has been reached between the Town of Thayne and the Lincoln County Commissioners regarding use of the gym in the Star Valley Community Complex. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the Lincoln County Commissioners this month. The MOU is for one year of use relating to Thaynes recreational programs. The document outlines that due to the public benefit of the Thayne recreation programs, [the] county will not charge rent to Thayne for Thaynes use of the building. The county will provide an operable gymnasium building for recreational activities such as basketball and volleyball, the MOUstates. The county will generally maintain and clean the Star Valley Community Complex, including maintenance and repair of the plumbing and light fixtures. The county will provide regular snow removal services of the parking areas and walks as the county is able. However, the Star Valley Community Complex may not be the countys highest priority for snow removal. The agreement further outlines that the county will not supply any equipment such as balls, uniforms, whistles or other such equipment that may be necessary to carry out the recreational activities. The county will maintain … Continue reading →

In the middle of February, the Star Valley Independent celebrated a birthday, one that dates back to 1901 when the newspaper first began consistent production. Since that time, the Independent has not missed a weekly edition. Take a look back 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago during this same week of the calendar year and see what made the pages in the eyes of the writers and editors. 25-years ago: Following the conclusion of the 49th legislature in Cheyenne earlier this week, Representative Alan Stauffer said he was disappointed that the states spending wouldnt be scaled back further . . . at the 1980 level in order to balance the budget. Wyomings unemployment rate for January was 10.6 percent, up from Decembers 9.7 percent. Januarys rate was the highest recorded in the state since February 1963. For Sale: 1987 Star Valley Historical Calendars, $3. Great for gifts giving. 50-years ago: Afton Grade school Building in Poor condition, says fire inspection report The inspection was made at the request of the board in trying to determine whether the building built in 1925 was in good enough condition to justify extensive repairs, or whether a bond issue to build a new … Continue reading →

By Dahl Erickson on Feb 28, 2012 in Featured, Lincoln County, News Members of the Lincoln County Republican Party met in Cokeville this past weekend for their caucus which goals at the party level with the intent of moving forward at the grass roots level. Over 100 Lincoln County Republicans gathered on Saturday in Cokeville for the biannual Caucus, said Marti Halverson, Lincoln County Republican Party State Committeewoman. The work of the caucus-goers included the development of Platforms and Resolutions, documents which reflect the broad principles of the Republican party and stands on the issues of the day. These documents will be ratified at the March 10th Lincoln County Republican Party Convention, then sent up to the state party for inclusion in the Wyoming Republican Platform. Areas of discussion included Energy, Education, Health and Society, Defense and Foreign Policy, Land, Agriculture and the Environment and Jobs and the Economy. Those in attendance also participated in a straw poll, or an unofficial vote for the Republican Presidential nominee. The straw poll heavily favored candidate, Mitt Romney, who took 75 votes. The next highest total went to Ron Paul who garnered 16 votes. Rick Santorum had six while Jon Huntsman received three … Continue reading →