Kerr Brothers win world title
By Jack Nowlin, NFRExperience.com LAS VEGAS – Consistency paid off for team ropers Ryder Kerr and Case Kerr at the YETI Junior National Finals Rodeo. The 18-year-old twins from Afton, Wyoming, won the #10.5 division as the only ones among…
Residents advised to avoid Greys River Road due to conditions
A mix of several factors have combined to contribute to conditions on Greys River Road that makes it potentially dangerous to use according to Tim Haberberger who described the recreational road as “treacherous ” Tim Haberberger with the Box Y…
SVI Radio Interview: Tim Haberberger, Greys River Road update
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Enjoy the Nativity story from a Heiner horse-drawn sleigh
Star Valley residents are again invited to a presentation of the Nativity story from the comfort of a horse-drawn sleigh on Sunday and Monday, December 21-22. Rides will run 5-8 p.m. from the Barn at Heiner Ranch, behind 2752 Thayne…
Afton Town Council meeting recap
During the recent Afton Town Council meeting on December 9, 2025, all members were in attendance in person, with Scott Griffeth joining via phone. Several significant updates and discussions took place. Public Works announced the completion of fencing between the…
Beloved cat’s true story inspires children’s book to support Lucky’s Place
Based on a true story and benefiting the Star Valley Animal Humane Society (a.k.a. Lucky’s Place), “Feisty’s Journey Home”, combines humor and heart. The book was inspired by Star Valley’s very own Stephanie Wardle’s story as she helped her sister…
Independent Obituaries: December 17, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the December 17, 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. Elaine Hunsaker Irene Elaine Casperson…
Star Valley Ranch will be replacing water meters
Through resolution, the Star Valley Ranch Town Council has approved a bid for water meter replacement. At their December 9 meeting, the council approved $497,264.98 for a 1,250 meter purchase that will include the associated software. Installation of the new…
Star Valley Chamber of Commerce names Afton Coffee Company December Business of the Month
The Star Valley Chamber of Commerce proudly announces Afton Coffee Company and Bistro, owned by Jack Swensen, as the Business of the Month for December. Established in May 2024, Afton Coffee Company has quickly become a local favorite, offering…
Fundraisers support local family following shooting
An auction held on Facebook is raising money to support a local family from Grover. The group “Love for the Lilly’s” ends this Sunday, December 21 with proceeds helping pay for funeral expenses and bills. “We would love to…