New state laws in 2026: property tax exemptions, new license plates, more
By Noah Zahn Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — As 2026 is now in full swing, the state of Wyoming is preparing to implement a slate of legislative changes that will impact areas from health care…
Jackson scammers issuing phony bench warrants
JACKSON (WNE) — The Teton County Sheriff’s Office reports that people have recently received a single-page document via text telling them they are being contacted by the “Superior Court of Wyoming, Teton County,” and claiming a bench warrant…
(Video) – Star Valley Boys Basketball at Mountain Crest
The Braves open up 2026 with a trip to Hyrum, Utah to face the Mountain Crest Mustangs on Friday night with a tip-off time of 6 p.m. Join the SVI crew as they bring you the game here and on…
News Year’s Day snowmobile accident claims life of Afton man
A snowmobile accident that occurred southeast of Star Valley on New Year’s day has claimed the life of an Afton resident. Lincoln County Sheriff Shane Johnson stated that at 5:03 p.m. on January 1, the Lincoln County Dispatch Center received…
Star Valley Sports Journal: Thoughts from a holiday viewing weekend
When you’re looking to fill the sports section during a week when the local teams aren’t competing? That’s right, it’s column time. I hope you and yours had a great Christmas holiday and have a great New Year as well….
Shop With a Cop held on December 20 in Afton
Children from 11 local families were joined by law enforcement officers and community volunteers during a Shop With a Cop event this holiday season, an effort focused on serving families in need while strengthening relationships between youth and public safety…
Independent Obituaries: December 31, 2025
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the December 31, 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. Patricia Brooks Patricia Anne Brooks,…
Gray will run for U.S. House
By Noah Zahn Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray announced Monday he will run for Wyoming’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. The announcement comes after incumbent Rep….
Major injuries avoided in crash between semi hauling jet fuel and car full of minors
Slick roads and driving too fast for conditions were both factors in a crash involving three minors and a semi-truck hauling jet fuel on Tuesday morning. No major injuries were reported. According to information provided by the Wyoming Highway Patrol…
Kaleb Heiner wins Christmas Coloring Contest
The festive atmosphere was electric last week as the winners of the annual Christmas Coloring Book Competition, organized by Edwards Law Office, were announced on SVI Radio. This year’s event attracted over 1,200 entries from students across Star Valley, showcasing…