Independent Obituaries: May 15, 2024
The following obituaries appeared in the May 15, 2024 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more area obituaries, please visit Schwab Mortuary. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Ed Thomas Max Edward (Ed) Thomas went to meet…
Harriet Hageman Blasts Rule Mandating Chipping and Tracing of U.S. Livestock
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Hageman issued the following statement regarding the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s (APHIS) final rule mandating electronic identification (EID) eartags for bison and cattle moving interstate. “This rule is a solution in search of a problem….
Wyoming Symphony Orchestra Hosts Spring Fund Drive to Usher in 75th Concert Season
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra just wrapped the 2023-2024 season with the final concert, “Passage,” but the excitement is far from over. This spring, the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will introduce its commemorative 75th concert season with several surprises and exciting…
Barrasso Bill to Ban Russian Uranium Imports Signed into Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement after President Biden signed into law his bipartisan legislation to ban Russian uranium imports into the United States. “Today, we officially ended Russia’s chokehold on America’s uranium supply,”…
Nearly 48,000 rainbow trout will be stocked in eastern Idaho waters this month
The following is a release from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game – The spring weather in southeast Idaho has been a bit temperamental lately, but just remember that snowflakes and raindrops make for happy fish—and anglers, too! Look…
Sundance Wicks Named Head Coach of Cowboy Basketball Program
• He becomes 23rd head coach in school history University of Wyoming Athletics Director Tom Burman announced Sunday the hiring of Sundance Wicks as head coach of the Cowboy Basketball Program. He is the 23rd head coach in Cowboy…
Western Graduates Propel Workforce with Impressive Employment Opportunities
Western Wyoming Community College (Western) is proud to announce the exceptional employment outcomes achieved by its recent graduates, further solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of workforce development in the region. On Friday, May 3, 2024, representatives from Genesis Alkali met…
Linder Adds Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams to 2024-25 Roster
• Native of Japan played at University of Portland last season LARAMIE, Wyo. Wyoming Cowboy head men’s basketball coach Jeff Linder announced the addition of forward Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams (YOO-toh YAH-muh-NOO-chee) to the 2024-25 roster on Wednesday. He will have…
(Video) – Bear Lake Baseball vs Malad
The Bear Lake Baseball team continues in the District Tournament as they face the Malad Dragons on Thursday. The game is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Join the SVI-4 Crew for the call.
(Video) – Bear Lake Softball hosting Soda Springs
The Bear Lake Softball team begins the post-season as they host the Soda Springs Cardinals on Monday afternoon with a scheduled 2 p.m. start time. Join the SVI-4 Crew for the game.