(Video) – Braves clash with Diggers in Afton
It’s been a full two years since the Star Valley Braves (2-0) have lost a game. The last time it happened was in 2023 against the Sugar-Salem Diggers in Afton in a 31-14 decision. This Friday night the Diggers (3-0)…
Independent Obituaries: September 10, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the September 10, 2025 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. Adam Schneider Adam John Schneider,…
Star Valley Plein Air artists gather next week
Artists of all ages and skill levels from throughout the region are gathering in Star Valley next week, September 13-20, for the Star Valley Arts Council’s annual Plein Air event. Participants spend the week rendering images of outdoor scenes…
(Video) – Bears hit the road to face Snake River
Two teams meet in Blackfoot this Friday night looking for their first win of the season. One will find it while the other will remain winless on the season. The Bear Lake Bears (0-2) are coming off a close 30-28…
(Video) – Lady Braves open up conference play in Evanston
The Lady Braves (6-7) open up their 4A West conference schedule on the road against the Evanston Red Devils (8-7) on Thursday night with a 6 p.m. scheduled varsity start time. Join Brandy Taylor and Patience Jenkins as they bring…
Wyoming Athletics Generates $206 Million Annual Economic Impact
• University of Wyoming’s intercollegiate athletics program provides an average annual economic impact of $206.4 million Wyoming Athletics and Collegiate Consulting have released a comprehensive valuation study demonstrating that the University of Wyoming’s intercollegiate athletics program provides an average annual…
President Trump Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Immediately Through September 14
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – In accordance with a proclamation by the President of the United States, Governor Mark Gordon has ordered both the United States and Wyoming flags to fly at half-staff immediately through sunset on September 14 to honor the memory of Charlie Kirk….
Willow Creek Fire remains at 73% contained
The Willow Creek Fire burning south of Smoot remained at 73% containment according to the most recent update from officials on Tuesday. The fire is at 4,066 acres in size. Forest officials are making a change in their philosophy for…
Body of missing missing Minnesota man recovered in Jackson Lake
MOOSE, Wyo.— On Sunday, September 7, 2025, nonprofit search and recovery organization Bruce’s Legacy located a body believed to be Wesley Dopkins in Jackson Lake. On Monday, September 8, Bruce’s Legacy successfully recovered the remains. Dopkins, of St. Paul, MN, has…
The West is Waiting: An Exploration of Railroad Advertising
• Exhibit Opening at the American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming The American Heritage Center (AHC) at the University of Wyoming invites the public to the opening of The West is Waiting: An Exploration of Railroad Advertising, a new exhibition…