Wyoming Game and Fish Department revamps State Wildlife Action Plan
• A collaborative approach to wildlife conservation in Wyoming The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has launched the revision process for Wyoming’s State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), a critical document updated every decade to help conserve the state’s at-risk…
New owner of Greys River Sports: Fred Pritchard takes the helm
• A new era begins for the beloved Alpine fly fishing shop Fred Pritchard has officially taken over Greys River Sports in Alpine, Wyoming, ushering in an exciting new chapter for this beloved local fly fishing shop. With…
SVI Radio Interview: Lxi Weber, Star Valley Arts Council
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Teichert fills open school board position
• Has previous experience in the role A candidate among six individuals interviewed by Lincoln County School District No. 2 has been selected to fill an open board position. Tim Teichert of Cokeville was the selected candidate and will…
Man taken to hospital after driving into pond near Alpine
One person was transported to Star Valley Health after driving over an embankment and into a pond near Alpine Wednesday evening. The Alpine Fire Department says they were dispatched to the scene at 5:14 p.m. as they were already on…
Local gymnasts compete in regional events in Texas and Arkansas
• Fundraiser being held for athletes who qualified for nationals Local gymnasts with Star Gymnastics based out of Thayne competed at regional competitions held in Hot Springs, Arkansas and San Antonio, Texas in recent weeks. The Gold division competed…
All-Handmade Craft Fair coming to Alpine
• Over 30 vendors will share their items this Saturday Craft enthusiasts are invited to the All-Handmade Craft Fair happening Saturday, May 17 at the Donn Wooden Civic Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 30 vendors will…
Independent Obituaries: May 14, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the May 14, 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. Valerie Hepworth Valerie Hepworth, 74 passed…
Town of Afton Council Meeting Highlights – May 13, 2025
The Afton Town Council met on Tuesday, May 13, to discuss a range of community updates, events, and recognitions that reflect the town’s ongoing development. • Nurses Month Proclamation Mayor Jeff Jensen celebrated Nurses Month by honoring local nurses with…
Vickie Buckley named Make-A-Wish Wyoming 2025 Volunteer of the Year
Make-A-Wish Wyoming recently announced its 2025 Volunteer of the Year at its second annual Serving Up Wishes event in Cheyenne. Vickie Buckley, from Star Valley, received the award recognizing her important role in granting wishes for children across Wyoming battling…