Grand Teton National Park kills black bear amid raft of early summer ursine conflict
• At least five black bears have obtained human food this season. By Christina MacIntosh Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Grand Teton National Park has seen elevated bear conflict — and bear activity —…
Severe drought stresses Wyoming ranches, agriculture
By Shiloh Martin Cody Enterprise Via- Wyoming News Exchange CODY — “This drought is probably as bad as I’ve seen in my life operating as a rancher,” said Dustin Taylor, the owner of Meeteetse’s E Spear Ranch. Taylor normally…
Fire Danger Raised to HIGH
Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to “high” for Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. While the landscape may still appear green, heavy dead and down timber and fuels…
New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebs fill the streets
By ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE, JAKE OFFENHARTZ and STEPHEN WHYNO Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson held up the golden NBA championship trophy for a forest of outstretched hands to touch as fans celebrated the New York Knicks’ first title…
U.S. lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials
By WILL WEISSERT and SEUNG MIN KIM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran, and oil tankers began freely moving through the Strait of Hormuz after months of being unable to use the…
Western Wyoming Community College Announces Planned Name Update to “Western Wyoming College”
Western Wyoming Community College (Western) today announced a strategic update to its institutional name, transitioning to Western Wyoming College (Western). The change is designed to better reflect the breadth and quality of the College’s academic offerings, including its growing bachelor’s…
BLM approves Shute Creek CO2 disposal and pipeline project
KEMMERER (WNE) — The Bureau of Land Management recently approved the Shute Creek 7-34 carbon dioxide disposal project in Lincoln and Sweetwater counties. The well will be more than 18,000 feet deep and will permanently sequester excess carbon…
Disposable Calibration Gas: Pros and Cons
Compare the pros and cons of disposable calibration gas, including portability, cost, storage, waste concerns, and long-term value for safety teams.
Independent Obituaries: Jun 17, 2026
The following obituaries and death notices appeared in the June 17, 2026 edition of the Star Valley Independent. For more resources including headstones, please visit the Star Valley Historical Society. Eldene Petrovich Eldene Veigel Petrovich passed away on June 6, 2026, at her…
SVI Radio Interview: U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman
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