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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.

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UW’s first-time student enrollment grows 4.7%, transfers up 6%

September 28, 2026

  LARAMIE (WNE) — Driven by significant increases in students from outside the state, the University of Wyoming has recorded a 4.7% increase in its freshman class, while also seeing a 6% increase in new transfer students. At the same... Read More

Cowboys and NDSU to Start New Tradition Called The Battle of the Basins

September 28, 2026

The Trophy will feature a Drill Bit The Wyoming Cowboys will play for another trophy this week, as Wyoming Athletics in conjunction with North Dakota State University announced the start of The Battle of the Basins Trophy that will go... Read More

Wave Radio Interview: Tristi Pinkston - Writer's Workshop

September 28, 2026

Lisa spoke with Tristi Pinkston today in the studio about the upcoming Writer’s Workshop on October 10 from 9am-5pm. It will be held at the Oregon Trail Center in Montpelier. Admission is $39. If you register prior to October 1st... Read More

SVI Radio Interview: Lincoln County Commissioner Kent Connelly

September 28, 2026

Lincoln County Commissioner Kent Connelly stepped into the SVI Radio studio on Monday, August 28 for the monthly report from the commissioners. Connelly discussed the potential impact to Lincoln County following the announcement of opening the ports in Oakland for... Read More

University of Wyoming ascends in national college rankings

September 28, 2026

  CHEYENNE (WNE) — The University of Wyoming has made a big jump in two major national college rankings, augmenting its recently achieved status as a Carnegie R1 research institution, a UW news release said. In the latest “America’s Top... Read More

Teton Pass certification requirement begins Oct. 1

September 28, 2026

  By Jeannette Boner Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Drivers of large or heavy rigs will need to complete a new online safety program before crossing Teton Pass beginning Oct. 1. The Wyoming Department of Transportation... Read More

Cowboys Down Hawai’i 27-10 in Conference Opener

September 28, 2026

Wyoming opened Mountain West play with a rousing 27-10 victory over Hawai’i in front of a Homecoming crowd of 20,999 at War Memorial Stadium. The Cowboys (2-2 overall, 1-0 MW) made a goal-line stand in the third quarter and Markell... Read More

KICK IT OR KEEP IT: "Make Me Love You" by Nickelback

September 27, 2026

A new song by rock group Nickelback is up for vote in this week’s Kick It or Keep It. “Make Me Love You” was released last week and will be added to the Swift 98 playlist if voted to be... Read More

More than 18,500 visit Cody temple

September 27, 2026

  POWELL (WNE) — Thousands of people visited The Church of Latter-day Saints’s new Cody temple during a recent open house. According to the church, 18,527 people from Park County, other parts of Wyoming and other states toured the facility... Read More

SVHS preparing for Homecoming week

September 26, 2026

  • Festivities planned September 28 – October 3 Star Valley High School is set to celebrate the school’s traditional Homecoming Week September 18-October 3. Activities include all the old favorites and a few new adventures. Alumni are invited to... Read More

More than a hobby: Jennifer Wilkins builds strength and confidence for herself and her students with Star Valley Circus

September 26, 2026

Jennifer Wilkins has found that the arts can do more than teach a skill. For her, they have provided physical and emotional strength, confidence, stability and a sense of belonging. Through Star Valley Circus, she now works to give others... Read More

Independent Notes: A proper Lincoln County welcome home. 

September 26, 2026

We escort many a state championship team back into Star Valley but it’s rare to be called on to acknowledge an active member of service coming home, even if for a short time to be with family. This week I... Read More

Braves crush Panthers 48-7 to set up Homecoming tilt with Cody next Friday

September 25, 2026

For the second straight weekend the Star Valley defense dominated their opponent, holding them under 100 yards for the night in a lopsided score. This time it was a 48-7 final in Powell that started the second half with a... Read More

(Video) - Jackson Broncs Football at Cody

September 25, 2026

The Battle of the Broncs is an annual game on the schedule but it’s not always a battle of unbeatens like it is this season. The (4-0) Jackson Broncs, ranked #3 in this week’s WyoPreps.com Coaches and Media Poll will... Read More

(Video) - Bear Lake Bears Football versus Rich County (UT) - Homecoming

September 25, 2026

The Bears are ready for a game after a bye week and they will put their (3-1) record up against the visiting Rich County Rebels (2-0) in a Homecoming clash in Montepelier on Friday night. Video is here as well... Read More

(Video) - Star Valley Football at Powell

September 25, 2026

The Star Valley Braves (3-1) are back on the road as the make the trip to Park County to face the Powell Panthers (2-1) on Friday for a 5 p.m. kick-off time. The game represents the first 3A West Conference... Read More

(Video) - East Idaho Game of the Week: Thunder Ridge vs Hillcrest

September 25, 2026

The Thunder Ridge Titans (3-1) will take on the Hillcrest Knights (4-0) in what promises to be a great match up in the Eastern Idaho Game of the Week. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. 

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UW Extension Invites Wyoming Communities to Celebrate National 4-H Week Oct. 4-10

September 25, 2026

The University of Wyoming Extension invites new and returning Wyoming 4-H members and volunteers to celebrate National 4-H Week Sunday, Oct. 4, through Saturday, Oct. 10. Administered by UW Extension and supported by volunteers across the state, Wyoming 4-H helps... Read More

National Elk Refuge fields questions about what feeding elk could mean for Jackson Hole’s water

September 25, 2026

  • The US Fish and Wildlife Service is weighing pros and cons of feeding wildlife, which could lead to more chronic wasting disease. That’s raising questions about health risks beyond the herd.   By Rebecca Huntington, WyoFile.com JACKSON—As National... Read More

SVI Sports Night: September 25, 2026

September 25, 2026

Star Valley shut out Lander in the final week of the preseason and now heads to Powell to begin the 3A Western Conference season. This week on SVI Sports Night, Jake looks at the Powell Panthers and what they bring... Read More