Blackfoot development project is getting mixed reviews
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) — Residents of Blackfoot are raising concerns over a proposed expansion named honey brook 4. The expansion is expected to…
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As measles cases spread to nearby states, Idaho health officials stress vaccination
Health officials in Idaho are urging caution as the CDC continues to confirm increasing Measles cases across the United States. Over the weekend,…
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Produce truck rollover blocks traffic on Highway 26; No injuries reported
A Semi-truck rollover is blocking traffic along milepost 390 of Highway 26, near the Palisades Reservoir. The accident happened around 1:59 PM on…
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Teton County Search and Rescue aids injured runner in Phillips Canyon
A man is recovering after getting hurt in Phillips Canyon. On Sunday, June 22, the 35-year-old man was trail running alone when he went down with a…
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Center Stage Theatre announces 2026 lineup
Center Stage Theatre is drawing back the curtain and shining a spotlight on their 2026 Season of shows. The theatre says they are thrilled for their…
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Rocking new musical debuts for ISU Farm Bureau Summer Theatre 2025 season
“It’s funny, but it also shows the battles that children can face and how they feel like they can’t be heard,” said Hannah Christensen, a Pocatello…
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Pocatello Water Dept. to start main line replacement project in Historic Downtown on Wednesday
The Pocatello Water Department will start replacing a stretch of water main line on South Arthur Ave. between West Whitman St. and West Terry St. in…
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Chip sealing to begin Wednesday at I-86 and I-15 System Interchange
Beginning tomorrow, the Idaho Transportation Department will chip seal the System Interchange in Pocatello. Once this work is complete, the roadway…
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Detectives stumped on vehicle involved in FLDS children disappearance
Detectives with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s office said the car thought to be involved in taking two children from the Monteview area was not in…
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ISP investigates pedestrian accident on I-15 south of Idaho Falls
Idaho State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian on Interstate 15, just south of Idaho…
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Mother of missing teens speaks with Local News 8
Elizabeth Roundy, mother of two kidnapped teens, speaks with Local News 8.…
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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is looking Allen Larand Fisher, 13, and Rachael Leray Fischer, 15. They were reported missing on Sunday, June 22,…
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Bancroft structure fires contained; Crews remain on scene
Fire crews in Bancroft are working to battle several structure fires affecting homes and other buildings on Main Street.
Bannock County firefighters…
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Senator Risch shares thoughts hours before U.S. makes air strikes in Iran
“I am going to support the president. I know what his options are. He will take one of those options. And I have every confidence it will be the…
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Senator Jim Risch addresses proposal to sell off public lands at Idaho GOP summer meeting
Delegates from all over the state voiced opinions on any changes they think need to happen within the Idaho Republican Party.…
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Community All-Stars: Camp Magical Moments healing kids with cancer
A cancer diagnosis is life-changing. For children who have and are facing this battle, it can feel isolating. But one special camp nestled in the…
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Idaho designates June 18th as USS Idaho Day
The Gem State now officially recognizes June 18th as U.S.S. Idaho Day. Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper presented the proclamation on behalf of all…
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Warm waters force afternoon fishing closures in parts of Yellowstone National Park
Effective Thursday, June 19, 2025, select Yellowstone National Park rivers and streams will close to fishing daily from 2 p.m. to sunrise the…
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Years-long investigation leads to new arrests in Ralph Brian murder case
A Madison County grand jury has indicted Ryler Jensen, 28, and Anthony Dean Wilson, 33, on charges connected to the brutal 2021 home invasion and…
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Perez family and lawyers to hold press conference ahead of Truth and Reconciliation town hall
The conference will allow Pocatello citizens and members of the Fort Hall Reservation to voice concerns
regarding the Victor Perez shooting as well…
Idaho taps $300K from emergency fund to transport illegal immigrant criminals to ICE
The Idaho State Board of Examiners has unanimously approved $300,000 in funding to the Idaho State Police (ISP) for transporting convicted criminals…
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Pocatello’s new Optimist Skatepark nears completion
Crews from Pocatello Parks and Rec and Artisan Skateparks are putting the finishing touches on the brand new Optimist Skatepark with plans for it to…
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Utah Jazz player Oscar Tshiebwe visits Pocatello for meet-and-greet with rec teams and public
“We have a short time with the kids, but I want to just continue it because I love spending time with kids,” said Tshiebwe. “This is one of my…
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City of Pocatello addresses complaints of dry grass
Pocatello Parks and Rec is addressing online complaints of dry grass around the city and in the Mountain View Cemetery.
According to Parks and Rec…
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Rexburg Police host annual special needs lunch, building community connections
Dozens joined the special needs lunch at Potter Park in Rexburg, hosted by the Rexburg Police Department. Those who came out got to eat hot dogs…
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Controversial proposal in Congress threatens millions of acres of western public lands
Up to 22 million acres of public land in Idaho and nearly 15 million acres in Wyoming could be sold off if a controversial proposal in Congress…
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Teton Pass closure rescheduled to June 27-30 to complete Big Fill fix
Nearly a year after the devastating Big Fill landslide, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is entering the final stages of repairs on…
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Bear Prairie leaving Idaho Falls Power for new industry role
“During his nearly 15-year tenure, Bear has made an indelible mark on our organization and community. His leadership, technical expertise, and…
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Summer travel at Idaho Falls Regional Airport
With Idaho Falls Regional Airport at capacity, how you can make summer travel easier.…
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Idaho State Board of Education holding meeting on ISU campus
Agenda items for the meeting include a bond request from the University of Idaho to fund student housing projects, consideration of contract…
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ISU Robotics Club to defend national title at competition next week
“I couldn’t be more proud of them,” said Brody Holyoak, senior clinical instructor for ISU’s Robotics Program. “I like to push my students, and this…
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Pocatello aquarium and exotic pet store opens doors to new location
A popular aquarium and exotic pet store in Pocatello is swimming along in its new location after leaving the Pine Ridge Mall earlier this year.…
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I-15 lane reductions begin Tuesday near Blackfoot for paving project
Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will reduce traffic on Interstate 15 between Rose/Firth Exit 98 and…
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Idaho Falls Police capture ‘armed and dangerous:’ stabbing suspect
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Daytona “Tony” Travis, a person of interest in connection with a…
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Staying hydrated this summer
Staying hydrated is essential year-round, but it becomes even more crucial during the summer when long days leave you feeling depleted.
Registered…
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Motor Vu drive-in briefly halts showing after small fire Saturday
Everyone is safe after a fire at Motor Vu Drive-In over the weekend. Motor Vu staff had to pause the movie early Saturday morning after a small…
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One dead, one in custody, after Salt Lake City “No Kings” protest shooting
Officers arrested 24-year-old Arturo Gamboa, who had an AR-15-style rifle and a gas mask and was injured in the incident. But police say he wasn’t…
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Caregivers are needing support
Many Americans are, or at some point will become, family caretakers. But as Edward Jones has found, caregivers are facing financial, emotional and…
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Idaho State Police investigating crash after driver goes off Perrine Bridge
A person is dead after driving off the Perrine Bridge on US Highway 93 near milepost…
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“No Kings” marches happen all over eastern Idaho
In alignment with national protests, Idahoans used their first amendment right to express their dissatisfaction with the Trump…
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Idaho Falls rings in Juneteenth with music festival
“People see themselves in this art and celebrating other people’s art helps connect to that struggles and joys that we’ve all been…
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“I’ve never seen anything like it” Trooper recounts fiery lsland Park crash
The Idaho State Trooper who answered the call to the fiery crash in Island Park opens up about what he witnessed that day.…
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Family responds after former Eastern Idaho health executive found dead
Nicholas Manning, the former Chief Operating Officer of Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC), was recently found dead in a Baltimore,…
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June is Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, and doctors around the country are pitching healthier habits to combat men’s health concerns.
Almost 15 percent of…
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Last days of Idaho High School State Rodeo Finals underway in Bannock County
The Idaho High School Rodeo Association’s State Finals are underway at the Bannock County Event Center this week, and top athletes are competing for…
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Witnesses angry after seeing man throw kittens out of moving truck
“[My friend] wrapped these poor lifeless babies in her work uniform and I gave her a box to bury them in,” the post…
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Waterfront Round Up with Farmer Wants a Wife Star
Saddle up for a night of country fun at Snake River Landing with the Waterfront Round Up with Farmer Wants a Wife Reality TV Star Jay…
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Single-vehicle crash north of Ucon kills 76-year-old driver
Idaho State Police is on scene investigating a rollover crash 1 mile north of Ucon. The accident is slowing traffic down to one lane along U.S. 20…
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Proform Airborne jumping to Japan
A local jump rope team from Idaho Falls is looking to journey to Japan to compete in the World Championships representing Team USA. But they need…
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New courtroom unveiled at Bonneville County Courthouse to meet growing needs
Dozens visited the Bonneville County Courthouse this afternoon for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of its…
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Mistrial declared for local contractor, Brandon Cook, accused of fraud
The criminal trial of Brandon Cook, a local contractor accused of defrauding homeowners out of hundreds of thousands of dollars through his company,…
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New funds accelerate key I-15 and US-20 projects in Eastern Idaho
Several of Eastern Idaho’s roads could be getting a significant upgrade, and some sooner than expected, thanks to new funds. Thursday, during its…
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Police redirect traffic after dump truck strikes light at 1st and Woodruff
Drivers are being urged to avoid the intersection of 1st and Woodruff this morning, June 12, 2025, after a dump truck’s raised bed struck and damaged…
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Bannock County emergency manager talks importance of new Sheriff’s app in keeping people connected
“A lot of the things that we do are computer-based with smartphones and smart glasses and smart computers and smart cars,” said Wes Jones, director…
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Transitional care center in Pocatello breaks ground on new unit
Gateway Transitional Care Center broke ground on the future site of their new Vent/Trach Unit and Outpatient Therapy Gym on Thursday.
The 14-bed…
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Eastern Idaho PIOs sharpen skills to deliver life-saving information
Public information officers are often the link between first responders and the…
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Update on Train Derailment: No immediate timeline for full cleanup, Intersection remains closed
A train derailment near Chester has forced the indefinite closure of the intersection of 2900 E and Highway 20, causing significant travel…
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National ALS support organization hosting fundraiser walk in Pocatello Saturday
ALS of Nevada is hosting their ‘Walk for ALS’ in Pocatello to raise awareness and collect donations for research into the deadly disease on…
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Two new parent spaces added to Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus
Idaho State University recently added two new ‘lactation pods’ to their Pocatello campus to give breastfeeding mothers a private space to feed their…
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Miss Idaho and Miss Idaho Teen pageant takes place this weekend
Miss Idaho Falls, Reagan Eubanks, and Miss Idaho Falls Teen, Kirra McCarty, are taking the stage at the 2025 Miss Idaho pageant competing for the…
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Bannock County Sheriff’s Office launches new mobile app to strengthen community connection
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance communication and public safety…
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From scuba to cell blocks local teens get hands-on law enforcement experience
Students got to dive into some fun while still learning a serious lesson. Local high school-aged students are getting an inside look at what it…
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Binhgam Healthcare marks 75 years on hospital steps
Bingham Healthcare celebrated its 75th anniversary Tuesday on the steps of Bingham Memorial Hospital.
“What began in 1950 as a modest 60-bed rural…
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New Jersey man gored by bison in Yellowstone
A 30-year-old man from Randolph, New Jersey, is recovering after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday, June 10,…
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$200K in Damages: Fire causes extensive damage to Idaho Falls home
Multiple fire crews are actively responding to a residential structure fire that broke out Monday afternoon at 3676 Lorna Avenue in Bonneville…
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Fatal US 20 Crash: Garcia-Diaz Changes Plea in Court
The driver accused of causing a drunk driving accident that killed six people last May has changed his plea. Luis Garcia-Diaz, 27, of Rexburg,…
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City open house scheduled to talk pedestrian improvements for busy Pocatello road
Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…
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Idahoans can get out and fish for free on Saturday
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s annual ‘Free Fishing Day’ returns Saturday, June 14, and regional offices are hosting events to make it even…
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Dozens of kids reliving American history during Constitution Day Camp this week
Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…
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Law enforcement starts seatbelt mobilization for 100 deadliest days
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – With the start of the 100 deadliest days, Idaho’s Office of Highway Safety is encouraging drivers to buckle up this…
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Vallow-Daybell files appeal with the Idaho Supreme Court
While Lori Vallow-Daybell is on trial in Arizona for the attempted murder of her niece’s ex-husband, her attorney in Idaho has filed an appeal with…
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Main Street in Inkom to close for two nights for bridge demolition
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will close Main Street in Inkom overnight on Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 1, to demolish the I-15…
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Pocatello transitional care center remodeling to include first-of-its-kind respiratory unit in Southeast Idaho
Gateway Transitional Care Center is remodeling their facility to include a new ‘Vent/Trach Unit’ for patients recovering from injuries or respiratory…
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Fire on Heise River Road injures firefighter
A firefighter has been injured while fighting a fire just west of Wolf Flats Campground on Heise River…
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One man is dead following a domestic disturbance in Idaho Falls
An police investigation is confirmed at a home in Idaho Falls at 7th and Lee.
There is no ongoing threat to the public, according to Public…
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Lewiston teen dead after being crushed by boulder in Ahsahka
An 18-year-old from Lewiston, Sheldon Medford, died Saturday evening, June 7th, after being crushed by a large boulder.
According to reports, the…
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Agricultural community aims to shoot down planned massive gun range in Bingham County
Area residents feel the complex would bring environmental risks, loud noise, and danger to their…
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100 Deadliest Days remind motorcyclists to have proper safety training
“When you look at the motorcycle crashes, the large proportion of those riders do not have an actual training course underneath their…
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Community All-Stars: Air Idaho – The life-saving crew in the skies
As the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer begin – a time when emergency calls and accidents occur – emergency response teams everywhere gear up for a…
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Judge has Lori Vallow Daybell removed from courtroom
The Arizona judge presiding over the Lori Vallow. Daybell’s third trial had her removed from the courtroom Friday…
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US-20 Exit 320 northbound ramp into Rigby to close Monday
Traffic leaving U.S. Highway 20 to access South Rigby will be detoured on Monday while the exit is closed for bridge repairs. The closure will be in…
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I-15 corridor improvements closing Main Street in Inkom next week
Main Street in Inkom will be closed for two nights due to bridge demolition. This is the first part of the Inkom Corridor Project that includes…
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High water levels stall search for Patrick Shelton’s remains
The water search for the remains of 47-year-old Patrick Shelton is still on hold due to high water levels.
Local News 8 reported in early May…
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How teens can find summer jobs
School is out, and if teens want to make money during the break, they have options and resources.
When teens look for jobs to apply to, they should…
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Food Truck Summer kickoff: A tantalizing start to summer
The Idaho Innovation Center is getting ready for a flavor-packed summer this Friday with its Food Truck Summer Kickoff. From 11:30 am to 8 pm, the…
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Vacant city council seat filled in Pocatello
A vacant seat in the Pocatello City Council has officially been…
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Anniversary of Teton Dam collapse 49 Years Later, memories remain vivid
June 5th, 2025, marks the 49th anniversary of the Teton Dam…
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Rexburg Police Department finds new home, Voters to consider bond for completion
A location for the new Rexburg Police Department has been decided on by the mayor and city…
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Ross Park Aquatic Complex open for season with new coat of paint
The Ross Park Aquatic Complex opened for its 2025 season on May 24, and the waterpark is sporting a fresh look with new Pocatello city…
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Portneuf District Library highlights delicious resource available for checkout
The Portneuf District Library is showcasing their collection of cake pans and cookie cutters available for checkout as their featured resource…
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Dozens line up overnight for new Nintendo Switch in Idaho Falls
It looked more like a chilly Black Friday morning than a mild June evening in front of the Best Buy in Idaho Falls last night, as dozens of eager…
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Magnitude 4.0 earthquake hits northwest of Stanley
The earthquakes are happening near the Sawtooth Fault, which is south of the focal point of the magnitude 6.5 earthquake that happened in March…
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Russia declares BYU ‘Undesirable,’ according to independent news report
The Russian government has blacklisted Brigham Young University (BYU), designating the American institution as an “undesirable” organization. This…
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Jeff Blauer named principal of Hillcrest Elementary School in American Falls
The American Falls School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Blauer as the new principal of Hillcrest Elementary School,…
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BYU-Idaho students vying for prestigious national video award
Two BYUI students are being recognized for their video production skills and have been nominated for an award similar to the…
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Woman pulled from canal in daring bystander rescue
Dramatic photos of a heroic rescue in the Pocatello canal are making waves on the local social media page “Life in Pocatello.” On Tuesday, three…
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Local Ukrainian refugees left worrying about future after Federal Government suspended program
Vlad Horbachov, Olena Kharkiv, and their daughter are three of nearly 200,000 Ukrainians who escaped war and made their way to the US through the…
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Carrie Scheid resigns from College of Eastern Idaho Board of Trustees
Carrie Scheid served on the CEI board for eight years.…
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Slow warm up on the way
Warmer weather on the…
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“End of an Era” Fremont county’s historic Fun Farm Bridge comes down
The Fun Farm Bridge in Fremont County has officially been removed.…
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