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Aubrey Taylor

Lost for words? Try your hands!

  Mark and Brenda Call are offering a free weekly American Sign Language (ASL) class in Afton, helping beginners learn to communicate with Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The class is open to all and emphasizes connection, understanding and practical communication….

Ranch Market launches community orchard and park in Bedford

  Plans for a community orchard and recreation area in Bedford are in the early stages and will be discussed in an upcoming informational meeting on March 25, aiming to provide free access to fresh fruit, education and outdoor enjoyment….

Hard work pays off for Star Valley Speech and Debate

Star Valley Speech and Debate attendees saw growth and success as they competed in the Wyoming State Speech Tournament held at Cheyenne Central over the weekend. Assistant coach Priscilla Greenwell shared highlights from the event, including the head captain’s advancement…

Local Sophomore to compete at national dance competition

As a child, Mady Mosgeller didn’t just walk. “I don’t think she ever walked around the house,” her mother, Ashlea, recalls. “She was always twirling into the kitchen or leaping onto the bed.” Mady’s love for dance began early—she started…

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…

Tristan Smith sees light where there is none.

After becoming 100% blind in a small-plane crash in 2018, Tristan Smith has transformed tragedy into purpose, founding the nonprofit Blind Leading the Blind, LLC, opening the outdoors to those with vision loss. He learned that healing does not happen…

Free, two-day cancer survivorship  art workshops hosted by Horse Warriors™

Fighting cancer is something that is done as a community of people. Workshops and events hosted by Horse Warriors, based out of Thayne, Wyoming, is one of the many ways Priscilla Marden continues to help bring that community of people…

Winter Olympics in Italy? Yes, please

Athletes arriving at the Winter Olympics experience intense pressure, making the work of volunteers and sponsors essential. Star Valley is being represented by Lynette Johnson of Afton, who arrived in Italy on January 28 after being accepted as a volunteer…

FREE Medical Administrative Assistant Training for Teton Area Single Moms

FREE Medical Administrative Assistant Training for Teton Area Single Moms Teton Area Moms–Imagine more for yourself and your kids! More income, more job stability, connections with other moms, and support that lasts a lifetime.  Climb Wyoming’s FREE Medical Administrative Assistant training starts…

Judges needed for weekend tournament

Without volunteers to judge, the students cannot conduct their practiced Speech and Debate performances. This is where the community is asked to get involved. Whether you are a seasoned professional or know very little about Speech and Debate, Head Coach…