Braves roast Bison 54-7 to advance to semifinals
The Star Valley Braves’ quest for a fourth straight state title took another step on Friday afternoon as they hosted the Buffalo Bison in quarterfinal action. On paper the game was a mismatch and that is how the contest played…
Alpine will host an open house for master plan
After extensive work and preparation for a document that will guide the community into the future, Alpine will host an open house for the town master plan, Monday November 3, at the Alpine Civic Center from 5-7 p.m. The community…
Star Valley Rotary students of the month for October 2025
SVI/SVRotary Zach Tyler Zach is actively involved with the Star Valley Soccer Club and has recently obtained his personal training certificate. Before moving to Star Valley, Zach was involved in mountain bike racing for his high school team back in…
Star Valley Ranch Ladies Golf Association gives back to the community
The Star Valley Ranch Ladies Golf Association (SVRLGA) has once again turned a love of golf into a force for good, donating thousands of dollars to local organizations following their annual Rhinestone Cowgirl Golf Tournament. This year, the SVRLGA donated…
SVI Radio Interview: Meredith Leonard, Alpine Education Foundation
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Rocky Mountain Yeti Afton to close November 7; transition to Jackson Hole location
The following is a release from Rocky Mountain Yeti – Afton, Wyoming — After years of proudly serving Star Valley and the surrounding communities, Rocky Mountain Yeti Afton will be closing its Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealership and service…
Braves gear up for Bison in 3A quarterfinals this Friday
The Star Valley Braves step into the post-season this Friday afternoon as they take on the Buffalo Bison in the 3A quarterfinals. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. The Braves completed their second straight undefeated regular season and their 30th…
Star Valley Branch Library hosts live “Clue” event
The Star Valley Branch Library in Afton is hosting a Halloween event offering a live Clue-inspired experience with activities for patrons on Friday, October 31 from noon to 6 p.m. Guests of all ages from toddlers through adults are invited…
Independent Obituaries: October 29, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the October 29, 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. Blair Hillstead Blair H. Hillstead,…
Easy map for anyone to use this week as well as on Halloween
Whatever the weather, many of us remember driving and/or walking door-to-door, knocking and exclaiming “trick-or-treat!” -with the hopes of getting a better candy than at the last house. Memories of childhood, having to wear a coat over the planned Halloween…