Independent Obituaries: June 2, 2021
The following obituaries appeared in the June 2, 2021 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. Donald Roberts Yeaman, age…
Nuclear power plant to be built on the site of retired coal-powered plant
The following is a release from the Office of Governor Mark Gordon CHEYENNE, Wyo. – TerraPower and PacifiCorp, today announced efforts to advance a Natrium™ reactor demonstration project at a retiring coal plant in Wyoming. The companies are evaluating several potential…
The One-Legged Wonder: Metge family continues adjusting to life two years later.
Two years ago, Abbie Metge lost her leg in a tractor accident. Since then, she and her family have learned to overcome tragedy with the help of the community. It was on Memorial Day weekend of 2019 when Abbie,…
(Video) – Pinedale High School Graduation
Congrats to the Pinedale High School Class of 2021!
Cowboys have ten on Athlon watch lists
A total of ten Cowboys appear on Athlon Sports’ All-Mountain West teams. Three Cowboys made the first team including running back Xazavian Valladay, center Keegan Cryder and linebacker Chad Muma. Four Pokes appeared on the second team including offensive guard…
WYO 22 speed limit changes
Jackson, Wyo. The Wyoming Department of Transportation recently completed a speed study of the WYO 22 corridor using the Engineering Approach recommended by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The study produced a recommended speed limit of 55 mph…
Former Wyoming gubernatorial candidate, Foster Friess, passes away
The following is a release from family and friends of Foster Friess Foster S. Friess passed away peacefully today, May 27, surrounded by his family. A visionary investor and pioneer of growth stock picking, Foster’s business story started with $800 of…
Wyoming Workforce Services to implement Short-time Compensation
The following is a release from the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services CHEYENNE – Several bills passed by the 66th Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Mark Gordon will have an impact on employers and job-seekers alike. The Wyoming…
(Video) – Bear Lake High School Graduation
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from Bear Lake High School!