District Ranger Adam Calkins with the Kemmerer Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest called into the Weekday Wake-Up on Tuesday, October 27. Calkins provided an update on the Big Spring improvement project, trail improvements on Commissary Ridge and continue plans for increased logging and lumber harvests through the Shared Stewardship program.
(Video) - Lady Braves Volleyball at 4A West Regionals
October 31, 2026
The Lady Braves battled back from a rough opening set on Saturday to defeat the Rock Springs Tigers 3-1 and qualify for the 4A State tournament next week. Now Star Valley will battle Evanston for the #3 seed in the... Read More
Braves lock up the Outlaws 56-0; host Lander in semifinals
October 31, 2026
A dinosaur, Mr. Incredible and a very convincing singing Lorax were in attendance in Afton as the Star Valley Braves shutout the Rawlins Outlaws 56-0 to advance to the 3A semifinals next week. Students and adults alike celebrated the Halloween... Read More
Cokeville 4-H Community Club year end awards night
October 31, 2026
By Geneva Murdock, Cokeville Club reporter We elected new officer’s and received our year end awards. We also received our record book rewards. Here are the officers and awards. President: Myles Dayton Vice: Bentley McKinnon Secretary: Whitli Groll Reporter:... Read More
A Light for Issac on a Star Valley Mountainside
October 31, 2026
This feature appeared in the October 28, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent – For seven years, the quiet corners of home had offered no escape from grief. In a small Pennsylvania town where everybody knew everybody, loss didn’t... Read More
Star Valley Independent Letters to the Editor: October 28, 2026
October 31, 2026
The following Letters to the Editor appeared in the October 28, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. What we stand for Dear Editor, “If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” As a child I... Read More
Independent Notes: Protecting wildlife, guarding against fire and developing a local economy.
October 31, 2026
This week I made a quick run “Up The River” to look over the Middle Ridge project and visit with a Wyoming Game & Fish representative, in addition to someone from the Bridger-Teton. At one point I stopped in the... Read More
(Video) - Jackson Football at Lander in 3A Quarterfinals
October 30, 2026
It’s win or go home Friday night as the Jackson Broncs (7–2) travel to Lander to take on the Lander Valley Tigers (4–4) in the quarterfinal round of the 2026 Wyoming 3A State Football Playoffs. Kickoff is scheduled for 6... Read More
(Video) - Star Valley Football hosts Rawlins in 3A Quarterfinals
October 30, 2026
The Star Valley Braves, winners of the last four Wyoming 3A state championships, will enter this postseason trying to make it five in a row. In their way in the quarterfinals is the Rawlins Outlaws who are back in the... Read More
Wyoming man arrested on felony DUI charge in Idaho Falls
October 30, 2026
This article courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission – IDAHO FALLS — A Wyoming man was arrested Wednesday evening on a felony DUI charge after allegedly following another individual home and causing a disturbance. Thomas Elton Wylie,... Read More
(Video) - Cokeville Football hosts Glenrock in 2A quarterfinals
October 30, 2026
It’s win or go home Friday afternoon as the Cokeville Panthers (7–1) welcome the Glenrock Herders for the quarterfinal round of the 2026 Wyoming 2A State Football Playoffs. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Friday afternoon. Cokeville enters the... Read More
Proposition 1 will test Wyoming’s tax relief appetite. Here’s what you need to know.
October 30, 2026
• Is the state’s first citizens initiative to land on the ballot in 30 years much-needed homeowner relief or a reckless cut with spiraling impacts? Depends on who you ask. By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com Wyoming’s first citizens initiative... Read More
Drug Bust in Superior
October 30, 2026
• Mayor, police chief call attention to drug enforcement challenges By Trina Dennis Brittain Rocket Miner Via- Wyoming News Exchange ROCK SPRINGS — Town of Superior Mayor Dominic Wolf is sounding the alarm on local drug enforcement... Read More
Gordon releases video urging Wyomingites to vote against Prop 1
October 30, 2026
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday released a video on YouTube urging Wyomingites to vote against Proposition 1 on next week’s general election ballot. Prop 1, the Wyoming Homeowner’s Primary Residence Property Tax Exemption Initiative, calls... Read More
Sports Friday Interview: Sam Farnsworth - BYU, Utah, Mammoth & Jazz
October 30, 2026
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Sports Friday Interview: Coach Corina Tynsky - Kemmerer Volleyball
October 30, 2026
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SVI Sports Night: October 30, 2026
October 30, 2026
We head to the playoffs with a full head of steam in this week’s SVI Sports Night — The Braves face Rawlins, which is a program making its first playoff appearance this decade. The Outlaws are led by Douglas, Wyoming... Read More
Annual 4-H enrollment open
October 30, 2026
Youth 4-H clubs throughout Lincoln County are accepting enrollment for the new year. New members should enroll by calling the Agricultural Extension office in Afton. Returning members can enroll online. October 1 opens the enrollment season for 4-H clubs.... Read More
Emergency Responders Safely Evacuate Residents and Contain Fire at Jackson Home
October 29, 2026
October 29, 2026, Jackson, Wyo. – Quick action by a Jackson Police officer helped ensure the safe evacuation of a family following a structure fire on Flat Creek Drive Thursday morning. Jackson Police Officer Liam Fowler observed smoke... Read More
Independent Obituaries: October 28, 2026
October 29, 2026
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the October 28, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Evlyn Davis Evlyn Lancaster Davis passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family,... Read More
Thayne public forum highlights town projects, future improvements
October 29, 2026
Mayor Devin Simpson said the annual gathering gives residents and surrounding community members a chance to learn about town projects, offer suggestions, and raise concerns. “We just basically wanted to try to be a little bit more transparent with our... Read More