Independent Obituaries: May 7, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the May 7, 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. Laura Tolman On March 2,…
Branch Adds Four More to the Roster Ahead of the 2025-26 Season
LARAMIE, Wyoming (5/7/25) – University of Wyoming wrestling head coach Mark Branch announced a few late additions to his 2025-26 squad on Wednesday. Four future Cowboys – two junior college transfers, one four-year transfer and one high schooler – all signed…
Former Cowboy Chris McMillian joins Wyoming staff
LARAMIE, Wyo. (May 6, 2025) – Cowboy basketball head coach Sundance Wicks announced on Monday the addition of former Cowboy Chris McMillian to the coaching staff. A standout for the Brown and Gold from 1998-2003, he helped lead the Pokes…
(Photo Gallery) – 2025 Gala for the Arts
The annual Gala for the Arts was held this past weekend at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. It was a highly successful evening with plenty of entertainment. Here are a few pictures of the evening provided by Janet Erickson. Look for…
Montpelier Ranger District plans prescribed fire in the Strawberry Canyon area
Project will improve health and resilience of National Forest Lands Starting May 5 through May 31, the Montpelier Ranger District plans to ignite a 503-acre prescribed burn in the Strawberry Canyon area, 15 miles west of Montpelier, ID. Ignition of…
(Video) – Bear Lake Softball vs American Falls
The Bear Lake softball team will be looking to extend their season in an elimination game against American Falls on Monday at 1:30 p.m.
(Video) – Bear Lake Softball vs Snake River
The Bear Lake softball team faces Snake River on Saturday with a 2:30 p.m. start time.
Climb Wyoming Named One of Top Programs in the Nation Impacting Two Generations
Provided by Climb Wyoming Climb Wyoming, a statewide nonprofit that helps low-income single moms overcome poverty through free job training and placement, has been named one of the leading programs in the U.S. helping parents and children thrive. Ascend…
Lincoln County 4-H Honors National Volunteer Week with Appreciation for Star Valley 4-H Leaders
Provided by Shar Perry 4-H/Youth Educator UW Extension/Lincoln County In celebration of National Volunteer Week, Lincoln County 4-H has taken the opportunity to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of its dedicated volunteers. These individuals, known as Star Valley Leaders,…
(Video) – Bear Lake Baseball: Game 3 District Tournament
The Bear Lake baseball team plays again on Friday with a 4 p.m. start time.