Independent Notes: Public service through simple, hard work — lessons from a Christian friend.
Working with people across Wyoming, I’ve come to know some great public servants. The emphasis is on the designation of servant. I’m impressed with those that are servants in every way — simply, quietly serving their neighbors, without a lot…
(Photo Gallery) – Salt River Community Theater presents “Damn Yankees”
The Salt River Community Theater produced several performances of the hit musical “Damn Yankees” over the past two weekends. Here are a few shots from the show. PHOTOS BY JANET ERICKSON –
Hallelujah to 50th Annual Messiah performance
This weekend, Star Valley’s art community celebrates the Valley’s 50th annual presentation of George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah.” The traditional sing-in begins Sunday, November 30, at 7 p.m. in the Star Valley High School auditorium with a live Nativity, Bible Narration…
ADM figures will bring some classification changes starting next school year
Every two years, the Wyoming High School Activities Association (WHSAA) examines the Average Daily Membership (ADM) figures for high schools in the state in order to determine if changes are needed. The ADM is a projected figure for high…
Photo Gallery: Etna Elementary presents Peter Pan Jr.
PHOTOS BY JANET ERICKSON
Visser nabs All-American status for Weber State
Peter Visser rewrote a lot of records for Star Valley High School cross-country and track and field. He’s continuing to do the same at Weber State University where he earned All-American status over the weekend at the NCAA…
Thayne Town Council Meeting
The Thayne Town Council convened for its regular meeting on November 19, 2025, addressing various matters crucial for the town’s development and management. All council members were in attendance. During the public comments segment, no citizens stepped forward to voice…
November Afton Town Council recap
Mayor Jeff Jensen convened the Afton Town Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. on November 13, 2025. All council members were present, including Scott Griffith, Will Wilkes, Michael Butler, Dirk Hillyard, along with Town Attorney Dale Cottam, Town Clerk Tina McGarvey,…
Angel Tree going on now with the Bank of Star Valley
Since the beginning of the Bank of Star Valley, the Angel Tree program has been a way to serve families who may need a little extra help during the holidays. Families who live in Star Valley and have children under…
Bowers, Deering & Stout considered for Circuit Court Judge
Three individuals have been submitted to Governor Mark Gordon for consideration as the next Circuit Court Judge in the Third Judicial District-Lincoln County. The Judicial Nominating Commission submitted John D. Bowers, Thomas O. Deering and Dean Stout for Gov. Gordon…