Aubrey Hale
Aubrey Hale, originally from Southern California, relocated to Star Valley in September 2024 with her husband, Jared, the son of Ben and Jamie Hale from Fairview. She graduated from BYU-Idaho in 2022 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, specializing in Public Relations and Social and Digital Media. Aubrey is eager to put down roots in the Valley and is excited to join the SVI Media Team.
You can often find Aubrey capturing photos and videos at Braves sporting events, where she creates highlight reels. As a newly discovered journalist, she contributes weekly to the paper and will soon be on the air from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Swift 98. Additionally, she has launched our Social Media Marketing Packages, so if you want to enhance your business’s online presence, don’t hesitate to reach out to her!
Outside of work, Aubrey enjoys exploring the great outdoors with her husband and friends. She is an avid hiker, fisherwoman, fashionista, scrapbooker, and runner, with a passion for photography and travel.
Contact Me
AubreyH@svinews.com
The Latest: About 140 US troops injured, 8 severely, so far in Iran war, Pentagon says
March 10, 2026
By The Associated Press U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the most intense day yet of U.S. strikes inside Iran. The Islamic Republic, its firepower diminished, vowed to fight on. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the... Read More
Ian Munsick announced as headliner for Lincoln County Fair
March 10, 2026
Platinum-selling country music star, and Wyoming native, Ian Munsick has been announced as the headlining concert act for this year’s Lincoln County Fair on Friday, July 31. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 13 at 10:00 a.m. at LincolnCountyFair.info. ... Read More
SVI Radio Interview: Town of Afton Administrator Violet Sanderson
March 10, 2026
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SVI Radio Interview: Sheriff Johnson and Commander McMurdo - S&R Fundraiser
March 10, 2026
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Data shows outdoor recreation remains a major economic driver
March 10, 2026
CHEYENNE (WNE) — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis recently reported that the outdoor recreation industry remained a steadfast economic driver for Wyoming, generating $2.3 billion in 2024, representing 4.5% of the state’s Gross Domestic Product,... Read More
Governor signs Hathaway Scholarship increase into law
March 10, 2026
SHERIDAN (WNE) — Wyoming students looking to pursue postsecondary education in state and use the Hathaway Scholarship will see an increase of awards. Gov. Mark Gordon signed Senate File 47, “Increase of Hathaway scholarship awards,” into law Feb. 27.... Read More
NRC & TerraPower officially sign construction permit
March 9, 2026
Officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and TerraPower met on Monday, March 9 to officially sign the construction permit issued for the Natrium plant, Kemmerer Unit 1. The NRC announced last week on March 4 that they had awarded... Read More
Legislature agrees on recalibration bill for 1st time in more than a decade
March 9, 2026
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — It’s been 15 years since the Wyoming Legislature was able to agree on a new calculation for providing money to the state’s 48 public school districts.... Read More
Governor vetoes pieces of state budget, lawmakers override 4
March 9, 2026
By Noah Zahn Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — After weeks of crafting a budget to fund state government for the next two years, Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed several portions of Wyoming lawmakers’ compromise proposal. Following... Read More
Wyoming Announces 2026 Football Schedule
March 9, 2026
• UW closes season with two home games Season Tickets 2026 Football Schedule Digital Schedule The Wyoming Cowboys in conjunction with the Mountain West Conference announced the 2026 football schedule on Monday afternoon. The slate features a season opener against... Read More
SVI Radio Interview: Commissioner Kent Connelly - Petition for Five Commissioners
March 9, 2026
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SVI Radio Interview: City of Kemmerer Administrator Brian Muir
March 9, 2026
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SVI Radio Interview: Rep. McKay Erickson - Legislative Report
March 9, 2026
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KICK IT OR KEEP IT: "Hit The Road" by Mattie Pruitt
March 8, 2026
A song released two weeks ago by country artists Mattie Pruitt is up for vote in this week’s Kick It or Keep It. If voted to be kept, “Hit The Road” will be added to The Spur’s playlist. Vote to... Read More
China hopes 2026 will be a 'landmark year' for relationship with US
March 8, 2026
By HUIZHONG WU Associated Press BEIJING (AP) — China said it hopes this year will be a “landmark year” for its relationship with its biggest competitor, the U.S., striking a largely positive tone ahead of an expected summit between the... Read More
Lady Braves and Braves place 2nd at 4A West Regionals
March 8, 2026
The 4A West Regionals were held in Evanston over the weekend and both the Lady Braves and Braves qualified for the State tournament and finished as the #2 seed from the conference. On the girls side, Star Valley rolled past... Read More
Senate, House agree on recalibration bill
March 8, 2026
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Legislature’s K-12 public school funding recalibration bill is headed to the governor. On Thursday, the Senate voted 31-0 to unanimously concur with the House’s position... Read More
Highway Patrol Association hopes raises will alleviate retention crisis
March 8, 2026
By Ivy Secrest Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers made headlines over the past few weeks when an advocacy campaign revealing the agency’s struggles with funding, retaining staff and maintaining a safe... Read More
Letters to the Editor: March 4, 2026
March 7, 2026
The following letters to the editor appeared in the March 4, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. SF-0082 Dear Editor, SF-0082 is misguided. Senate file: Duties of registered agents-amendments, is an attempt to prevent LLC fraud. It would require... Read More