Independent Obituaries: April 29, 2026
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the April 29, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Charleen Putnam Charleen Luthi Putnam, age 95, passed away peacefully on April…
(Video) – Bear Lake Softball vs Preston
The Bear Lake Softball team is facing the Preston Indians on Wednesday with a start time of 4 p.m.
(Video) – Braves host Broncs on the soccer pitch
The Star Valley Braves will face the top-ranked Jackson Broncs in Afton with a 6 p.m. varsity start time.
(Video) – Lady Braves Soccer hosts Lady Broncs
The Lady Braves soccer team hosts the top-ranked Jackson Lady Broncs on Tuesday afternoon with a scheduled start time of 4 p.m.
More Bridger-Teton National Forest campsites to become reservable via Recreation.gov starting May 1
Visitors to the Bridger-Teton National Forest’s Jackson and Blackrock ranger districts will soon be able to reserve campsites in advance at four concession-operated campgrounds: Atherton Creek, Granite Creek, East Table and Turpin Meadow. Campsite reservations for the 2026 operating season…
Afton Food Pantry & Shumway Farms awarded grants
• Wyoming Forward Contract Grant Program Awards 24 Wyoming Farms, Aggregators, and Food Security Service Organizations CHEYENNE – The Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS) and Food Works Group are pleased to announce that 24 Wyoming organizations have been awarded…
Governor Gordon Urges Property Tax Refund Program Applications
“We are putting money back on the kitchen table for folks who need it. If you are eligible, I encourage you to sign up.” Governor Gordon (R-WY) encourages eligible property owners to apply for the Wyoming Property Tax Refund…
Commissioners vote to increase non-resident preference point prices
The Wyoming Game and Fish Commissioners voted to increase non-resident preference points effective January 1, 2027, a motion that was passed unanimously after some discussion. The Commission voted to increase non-resident preference point prices for elk, deer, and antelope to…
Four Former Cowboys Sign Free Agent Deals with NFL Teams
Rookie mini camps start in coming weeks The National Football League draft wrapped up on Saturday and soon after, four former Wyoming Cowboys signed free agent deals with NFL teams. Offensive lineman Caden Barnett signed with the Chicago Bears, tight…
Local 4-H members participate in Lego Robotics Program
Provided by Shar Perry 4-H/Youth Educator UW Extension Five enthusiastic 4‑H members from Lincoln County recently traveled to Rock Springs, to take part in a hands‑on Lego Robotics clinic designed to spark creativity, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills. The…