Wyoming oil and gas industry poised for change under Trump administration
• Obermueller highlights potential for increased production and economic growth In a recent interview on the Weekday Wakeup, Peter Obermueller, President of the Petroleum Association of Wyoming (PAW), shared his insights on the anticipated impacts a Trump Administration could…
Lessons and Carols at Holy Family Catholic Church
• Join Star Valley for a heartwarming celebration of Christmas through music and reflection Join in for a heartwarming celebration of the Christmas season at the Lessons and Carols concert on December 15 at 3 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church…
Town of Alpine conducts work session on charter school development
On December 3, the Town of Alpine convened a work session dedicated to the development of the Alpine Charter School. The meeting included participation from the entire town council, alongside Meredith Leonard of the school’s foundation, Dave Jenkins, chair of…
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act: Insights from Attorney Heath Hirschi
• Requirements and implications for small businesses. *Editors Note – After the radio interview with Mr. Hirschi and following the written publication of this article in the Star Valley Independent, further developments have occurred regarding the Corporate Transparency Act. Specifically a pearl court issued a…
Two weeks left for the Bank of Star Valley’s annual holiday initiatives
• Help the community through the Feed the Angels Food Drive and Angel Tree programs. Brook Merritt, Chief Financial Officer of the Bank of Star Valley, recently appeared on the Weekday Wake-Up Show to highlight two beloved community programs: the Feed…
University of Wyoming’s economic impact: A significant contribution to the state
• UW’s economic contributions drive growth and opportunity across Wyoming The University of Wyoming (UW) has emerged as a critical economic engine for the state, significantly boosting its economy over the past decade. A recent report from UW reveals…
LaBarge facility receives funding for innovative energy projects
• $6 million given to Dry Spruce Operating for helium and carbon sequestration. The Wyoming Energy Authority (WEA) announced on November 5 that Governor Mark Gordon has approved funding for three energy projects to enhance the state’s energy sector….
Death of 399 prompts discussion on expanding grizzly territory
• Concerns and solutions evaluated as human-wildlife conflicts increase. In a recent update from the Game and Fish Department, Director Anji Bruce addressed the ongoing challenges surrounding grizzly bear populations in the region. A significant incident involving grizzly bear…
Public Scoping Meetings for Salt River Watershed Level I Study
• Community invited to share insights and discuss future water projects at upcoming meeting The Wyoming Water Development Office (WWDO), in collaboration with the Star Valley Conservation District, is set to host public scoping meetings as part of its…
Governor Gordon Praises TerraPower’s Non-Russian Uranium Initiative
• TerraPower’s strategic move aims to strengthen U.S. energy security and promote advanced nuclear technology Governor Mark Gordon has commended TerraPower for its recent announcement regarding efforts to secure a stable source of non-Russian high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU). He…