Month: April 2012

Temperatures are rising, the school year is close to wrapping up and a lot of us are pulling out our checkbooks to budget for the much-anticipated family vacation. When the recession hit in 2008, Americans seemed to change the way they travel by opting for much cheaper stay-cations, as opposed to expensive flights elsewhere. It’s

Prosecutors in Canyon County have filed charges against a Nampa woman after her 1-year-old son nearly drowned in the bathtub while she was outside smoking a cigarette. KTVB-TV reports 32-year-old Stefanie Antrim was arrested Thursday afternoon and made an initial court appearance Friday on a charge of felony injury to a child. Court records say

What are the odds of a cow giving birth to healthy triplets? About 1 in 8 million, said one Bonneville County farmer. Beef farmer Bruce Hansen found out just how rare it is yesterday, when one of his cows gave birth to three healthy female calves. Hansen said he did some research, and the odds

Teachers at the Pocatello Community Charter School were in for a wet surprise Monday morning when they walked in to see an inch of standing water in the building. Principal Martha Martin said a pipe to a water fountain in one of the classrooms broke overnight, and water poured out into the fifth through eighth

The Pocatello Police Department has gathered 372 pounds of prescription medication since Jan. 1. They gathered 58 pounds at the Environmental Fair, and 43 pounds this weekend at the department’s drug take-back event. Public Information Officer Lt. Paul Manning said collecting these prescriptions drugs keeps potentially harmful substances out of waterways and landfills. More important,

Now that spring has arrived, there is a lot less ice and a lot more motorcycles on the road, posing a new set of safety issues. Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month begins May 1, and bikers across Idaho are doing everything they can to get the message out there. Whether you’re into Harleys, scooters, or something

The remains of an Army soldier who was killed in Black Hawk helicopter crash in Afghanistan were returned to his family in Rupert, Idaho. Thirty-three-year-old Sgt. Chris J. Workman died April 19 when the helicopter he was in crashed in bad weather during a night flight in southern Afghanistan. Workman’s body was transferred to his

A Pocatello woman is in jail after two separate arrests over the weekend. Kathleen Hudson, 22, was first arrested on Friday night at K & B Kwik Stop on Hawthorne. A bystander called police saying Hudson appeared intoxicated and expressed worry about the two children with her. Police said they found Hudson impaired and arrested

Revitalising the historic Idaho Falls downtown has been a big focus for the city over the past few years. But for nearly 20 years, one local man has been making it his personal mission to keep downtown streets clean. “We have to do it collectively,” said Jim Pletscher, as he swept a gutter downtown on

The shining sun isn’t the only sign that winter is over: It’s officially time to get winter tires removed. The Idaho Transportation Department is reminding drivers that, according to Idaho law, studded winter tires need to be removed by April 30. Using studded tires is illegal in Idaho from April 30 to October 1. Studded

It’s an exciting time of year for high school students as they get ready for prom. For some at Blackfoot High School, picking out the clothes might not be nearly as stressful as making sure their date can join them, thanks to a new procedure aimed at making the dance safer. Long before cutting loose

While the State of Idaho is slowly transforming classrooms across the state into 21st Century Classrooms, one local community is getting ahead of the curve by providing technology for students themselves. Running, jogging and walking…everyone does it, but does it always have a purpose? Sunnyside Elementary School in Idaho Falls turned a form of exercise

In the past three years, over 25,000 people across the world have set RecordSetter World Records. To celebrate its expanding popularity, RecordSetter officials have declared April 28 as RecordSetter World Record Day, and even those in Idaho Falls participated. A group of men attempted to break the record of eating three saltine crackers in under

A lawsuit has netted Fort Hall $60 million in federal money. Attorney Jeanette Wolfley represented the tribes in their lawsuit against the federal government. She said the case stems from back as far as the 1940’s, when the tribes won lawsuits in federal court, and the federal government dropped the ball in getting that money

Internet scams can affect anyone, anywhere. A local woman fell victim to a scam through a job she found on Craigslist. The catch? The scammers not only fooled her, but also the Better Business Bureau. Scammers hijacked the company’s website, www.itserveplus.com, and have been employing those looking for work but not compensating them. What’s worse?

Top national officials got together Thursday to spread the word of wildfire prevention. Local officials said there’s not a lot of concern for eastern Idaho, but after a dry winter, some questions remain. “We believe that we are prepared,” said Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, during a teleconference Thursday. As summer approaches, he and Agriculture Secretary

The man who police tased after they say he dove through the glass window of a Pocatello home is dead. Idaho State Police Captain Eric Dayley said Kevin Benglan died around 6 p.m. on Wednesday. An autopsy on the 26-year-old will be performed on Thursday to determine a cause of death. Benglan was unresponsive and

Amidst a string of job cuts and several accidents reported over just a few short months, the biggest emotion seems to be concern for the Idaho National Laboratory workers who make up a huge part of the eastern Idaho community. “They have to worry about being laid off, so they’re stressed. They’re not focusing, accidents

An apparently bad decision and some bad luck have landed a 23 year old Pocatello man in jail. Pocatello Police say they were called to the Pit Stop Thursday night to investigate reports of a stolen vehicle. While they were there, dispatchers reported a rollover accident involving the stolen vehicle near Center and 19th. Witnesses

Anxious passengers crowded into the Idaho Falls Regional Airport, hoping to win a free seat on Allegiant’s first flight to Oakland, Calif. In honor of the airline’s first flight to the San Francisco bay area, Allegiant hosted its “Pack Your Bags” contest, raffling off a free round-trip flight and hotel stay for two. All entrants

As the end of the school year approaches, so does prom, which means local business are bracing for a big boom. Most high schools in eastern Idaho are planning to have their prom on May 12th. Thousands of students will be dining out that night. The most important part of prom, however, is looking sharp.

Arborists said that all throughout eastern Idaho, plants and trees have been blooming earlier than usual. You know what they say: April showers bring May flowers, but this year, plants have bloomed a bit early — seven weeks earlier than last year, to be exact. Arborists said it’s important to not spray blooming plants with

The Idaho Food Bank has released its Map the Meal Gap study and says hunger in Idaho is on the rise. The study shows the percent of food insecure people in the state rising from 15.8 percent to 17 percent. That small percentage increase means 31,000 more people in Idaho are worried about keeping their

One of the talented leads in Hillcrest High School?s upcoming production of ?Oliver? is United Dairymen if Idaho Distinguished Student Award recipient, Lisa Stewart “I’m super excited about it,? Lisa said. ?I love musicals. I’ve always loved music.” Music is one of Lisa’s passions in life. “It’s something that portrays so many different emotions, and

A father and son from Rigby were arrested Thursday night after police said they beat a man at the Civic Auditorium in Idaho Falls. Jack Clayton Gilbert, 49, and Chance Christian Gilbert, 19, were charged with aggravated battery and were booked into the Bonneville County Jail. Police said the beating came as a result of

An Idaho Falls man pleaded guilty Thursday in U.S. District Court in Pocatello to possession of sexually exploitative images of a minor. U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson said that in the plea agreement, Micah Monroe Argyle, 28, admitted that he intentionally searched the Internet and downloaded sexually explicit images and videos of children. Argyle said

Idaho Power Company is asking state regulators to increase its rates effective June 1. The utility submitted its annual Power Cost Adjustment to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. The PCA reflects the company’s cost for purchasing wholesale power supply. Idaho Power is proposing a combination of several other rate increases and decreases to take effect

The US Department of Labor has dropped a proposed rule that would restrict youth from working in agriculture, and two Republican lawmakers from Wyoming are praising the move. The new restrictions would have banned teenagers from certain livestock work and eliminated 4-H and FFA training certifications. The controversial proposal would have limited vocational agriculture training

Across the country, the National Weather Service is spending the week trying to get people to prepare for wild weather. “We are just bent on finding out why we lose lives when we have warnings out, and there’s not the response we were hoping for,? National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Meteorologist Rick Dittmann said. Meteorologists

The Idaho Department of Finance is warning residents against Ponzi schemes. As part of its ?Financial Literary Month Tip of the Week,? the department cited infamous Ponzi schemes and gave pointers on how to avoid getting trapped. Named after Charles Ponzi, his scheme duped thousands of New England residents into investing in a postage stamp

Reusable bags and electric cars may be trendy these days, but going green can save a lot of cash. It may be a pleasant surprise to hear some local cities are using eco-friendly tactics to stretch taxpayer dollars. Multiple city leaders emphatically said they don’t care for the term “going green.” Rather, they say, efficiency

An Idaho Public Television premiere in Idaho Falls on Thursday night attracted attention from outdoor enthusiasts, while helping protect and conserve local lands. Crowds filled the Colonial Theatre lobby in anticipation of the one-hour story about Gem State geology, from sand dunes and rivers to the highest peaks. “Outdoor Idaho” host Bruce Reichert said Idaho

King’s department store in American Falls will close its doors after business Wednesday. Store manager Ben Richards said corporate leaders made the decision to close based on financial considerations. The company will concentrate on a new Middleton facility. The closure will displace nine mostly part-time employees. Richards will become manager of King’s store in Driggs.

On Thursday, an autopsy was performed on Kevin Benglan, 26, the man who died after diving through the window of a Pocatello home and being subdued by police with a Taser. The results have not been released yet. The autopsy was done by a forensic pathologist in Boise. Police are reminding people that the investigation

Hundreds of teachers met at Idaho State University this week, to prepare their teaching for some higher standards. The state of Idaho is in a transition, moving away from it’s old standards for students, to new, nationwide standards. So far, 47 states have adopted the new common core standards. To help prepare for what this

Various law enforcement agencies are investigating the death of a man authorities said dove through a window into a Pocatello home and was later Tasered by police. In a statement Thursday, the Idaho State Police said the investigation in the death of Kevin Benglan, 26, continues under the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Protocol. Investigators from

There will be more layoffs at the Idaho National Laboratory, with the lab planning an additional 35 to 40 layoffs as part of a lab-wide personnel cutback that began earlier this year. The station has obtained an email circulated among INL employees. It lists codes and descriptions for a total of 60 positions eligible for

“So You Think You Can Dance” may be in Alisia’s future. As creative as can be, this adolescent loves to choreograph dance moves and perform them for others to see. Being outgoing with a charming personality makes this young woman stand out in a crowd. Others are often drawn to her delightful smile. Playing games,

Idaho Falls police said they received a report of three suspicious males, one wearing a clown mask, driving in a red SUV, offering candy to two 8-year-old boys. The boys were approached on Moonlite Drive and Morningstar Lane. The boys did not respond to the trio, but went home immediately and reported Monday’s incident to

The state’s already full prisons are getting more crowded as the inmate population grows at a significantly increased rate. The Idaho State Journal reports the inmate population has increased more in the past nine months than during the previous five years. More than 370 inmates were added to Idaho prisons during the first nine months

Correction: No license was revoked by the state at Idaho Falls Care and Rehabilitation Center as reported earlier. The facility was placed on notice for not complying with requirements for participation in the Medicare/Medicare programs by the Idaho Bureau of Facility Standards. Administrators say the center has submitted a plan of correction, which has been

Bureau of Land Management and Idaho National Laboratory firefighters have contained an 11-acre range fire. The “Deadman Fire” was believed started by lightning about 8 miles east of Arco Sunday. The fire was creeping through a Juniper/Sagebrush area in difficult terrain that limited some access. At its peak, two engines and nine firefighters were battling

Local state representatives gathered in Pocatello for an open forum on public education Wednesday night. About 50 people showed up at the Pocatello Senior Center to give opinions and concerns on the current educational landscape in Idaho. Teachers, principals, students and parents all took turns addressing five local members of the state government, primarily asking

Rumors were flying around the Aberdeen School District on Wednesday that teachers might be getting laid off, but Aberdeen Superintendent C. Jane Ward said, not so fast. The school district did hold a work session on Wednesday to discuss the budget, but no decisions were made. The district is required to send out an announcement

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According to President Obama’s proposed budget for next year, a possible $100 per-flight user fee could come into play for the aviation industry. The Obama administration says the fee will generate over 7 billion dollars over the course of a decade and that money would go toward financing airport investments and air traffic control system

Custer County authorities say the body of a missing Stanley man has been found. Mark McCoy was thrown from his raft on the Salmon River on Saturday after it apparently struck a partially submerged log. His companion, Steven Herrett was able to reach the shore, but could not locate his friend in the water. Herrett

A police investigation into the conduct of former state Sen. John McGee has been turned over to Ada County prosecutors. McGee resigned in February amid sexual harassment allegations. The Idaho Statesman reports Ada County prosecutors confirmed Monday they are reviewing the results of a state police investigation into the allegations to determine whether charges will

Family members of Aerabella Beck, 3, said they feel some closure Monday after Matthew Gonzalez was sentenced to a maximum of 10 years in prison for felony injury to a child. The sentencing came nearly a year after Gonzalez was originally charged in an incident that sent then-2-year-old Aerabella to Primary Children’s Medical Center in

A local father and son were being heralded as heroes on Tuesday after saving the life of their friend by performing CPR on him in West Yellowstone on Saturday. The father and son, Rex and Blake Portmann, had just attended a CPR class two days before the incident. Their friend, Tom Angell, needed CPR because

Pocatello’s newest manufacturer, the modular building company Atco, is looking to hire up to 180 local people to staff its new plant. Atco held the first day of its three-day job fair on Monday, and nearly 350 people showed up for a chance at a position. Albert Jones has been out of work since 2009

Dozens of legislators are calling it quits after the 2012 session, but most probably aren’t heading home to open a pub. Janice McGeachin’s walk through a dusty construction site was a far cry from the halls of the Boise Statehouse Tuesday afternoon. “I’m actually excited to get back into business,” said McGeachin. The former state

Wyoming’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a percent in March to 5.3%. Department of Workforce Services’ Research and Planning Section says that is the seventh consecutive monthly drop. Most county unemployment remained fairly stable from February to March. Sublette County reported the lowest jobless rate in March (3.5%). The state’s highest unemployment

If you want to catch folks? attention, have them climb into an iron lung. It?s not something people quickly forget. ?We?re able to bring this around for immunization awareness,? said Amy Gamett with Eastern Idaho Public Health. Gamett showed the iron lung as part of the Shot Smarts Immunization Conference in Idaho Falls. The event

Pocatello police are investigating a home invasion in which the suspect was hurt. Police and fire units were on scene at 2233 S. Second after a 911 call at noon Tuesday reporting a man who dove through a window. Police said the man was inside the house when they arrived. The suspect had gotten cut

Blackfoot School District Superintendent Scott Crane is stepping down. Crane, who has been in the position for 26 years, said he wanted to be clear that this is a retirement, not a resignation, as earlier reported. Crane said his primary reason is to spend more time with his family and to look for other career

The opening of District 91’s new magnet school at Clair E. Gayle is getting closer. School board members voted unanimously earlier today to name the district’s new magnet school, Compass Academy. Compass Academy will open this fall to freshmen and sophomores. Administrators say an additional class will be added each year so that within three

One of the suspects implicated in the Christmas Day stabbing death of 20-year-old Buck Garner in Ammon entered a guilty plea before 7th District Judge Dane Watkins Jr. on Tuesday. Adan Cisneros, 45, pleaded guilty to a charge of aggravated assault. Bonneville County Prosecutor Bruce Pickett said Cisneros was originally charged with aggravated battery. Earlier,

On Tuesday the Department of Defense officially announced the death of an Idaho soldier killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Chris Workman, 33, was posthumously promoted from specialist to sergeant, along with the three other soldiers who were killed in Thursday?s crash. Workman leaves behind a wife, Camille, and stepson Cole. He grew up

Idaho Falls police arrested a 20-year-old man on a charge of burglary Friday after they say he broke into vehicles and garages in the Shamrock Park neighborhood. Police responded to the 3200 block of Old Castle Circle and the 3000 block of Sandstone on Friday on reports of garage burglaries that occurred sometime the night

A bear was euthanized in Teton Valley, just outside of Driggs, on Sunday. The 3-year-old grizzly was killed by trappers from the U.S. Wildlife Service. Officials said the bear was raiding garbage cans when they caught up with it. That bear had already been relocated after spending too much time in apple orchards in Wyoming.

As the weather warms up, be prepared to see more motorcyclists on the road. Local bikers took this weekend’s sunny Sunday as the chance to host the 8th Annual Bless the Bikes event. “I ask you Lord God to keep them safe, to keep them alert, to keep them aware of everything that is around

The Pocatello Police Department reports it has taken about 59 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs off the street. As part of the city’s Environmental Fair Saturday, Police operated a free “take-back” program. Police invited residents to bring in unwanted or outdated prescription medications for safe disposal. Department spokesperson Diane Brush says the take back will

With all the warm weather, we thought we?d take you outside for today?s Main Street Buzz. Owner Richard Johnson works with his kids at Grove City Gardens. The farm has invested in a new greenhouse and what are called ?high tunnels.? Johnson said he hopes these measures will drastically improve the farm?s growing season by

An Idaho Falls man was arrested on charges of felony indecent exposure and burglary after police say he was caught peering into occupied restroom stalls at the Civic Auditorium. George Robert Jones, 57, had a previous conviction of indecent exposure in 2002, according to a news release from the Idaho Falls police. Police said they

Police are investigating what happened inside a Blackfoot home Saturday night after an armed man wearing a mask broke in and demanded money, but they are releasing few details. Police will not even say at which house the robbery occurred, just the street — Fullmer Lane. According to police, the robber was holding a gun

Two men have been arrested on suspicion setting booby traps near a popular hiking trail in Utah. Utah County sheriff’s Sgt. Spencer Cannon says 19-year-old Benjamin Rutkowski of Orem and 21-year-old Kai Christensen of Provo were booked Saturday into the county jail for investigation of misdemeanor reckless endangerment. Cannon says a U.S. Forest Service law

Custer County authorities are searching the Salmon River near Stanley for a missing rafter. Mark McCoy was thrown from the raft after it apparently struck a partially submerged log. McCoy’s companion, Steven Herrett was able to reach the shore, but could not locate his friend in the water. Both men are in their early 30’s.

More political campaign signs have been stolen from local lawns. This time 30 to 40 signs were snatched in Madison County and police are investigating. “There were between 30 and 40 signs taken in one night, from one area,” said Madison County Sheriff detective Mike Courtney. “So it shows it wasn’t just a random act.”

Police said Jared R. Buchanan, 31, was threatening people with a gun. It happened inside the Blue Wave Bar on Friday night. Idaho Falls police said they were called to the scene following reports of Buchanan making the threats, after being asked to leave the bar for head-butting and punching a waitress earlier in the

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You may have noticed posters, painted windows and chalk murals that say “KONY 2012” around town Saturday. It’s all part of a viral campaign to draw attention to international war criminal, Joseph Kony. Staying after school on a Friday night isn’t typical of most high school students. But for sophomores in Ms. Busby’s English class,

April is nationally recognized as child abuse prevention month. Following the recent death of 6-year-old Afton Allison in Pocatello, community members across eastern Idaho are looking for ways to raise funds and awareness to battle child abuse. The City of Idaho Falls hosted a 5K run and walk Saturday morning called “Believe in the Blue.”

April 20 is known to many across the country as 4-20, and a day to smoke marijuana. But not in Idaho Falls. Instead, teens in the Bonneville Youth Development Council took a stand against drugs. It was the first “taking a stand” event for the BYDC. They hope to make it an annual event. From

New numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor show more Idahoans are working for minimum wage since the onset of the recession. The increase may be hitting eastern Idaho particularly, because the most recent economic downturn hit industry hardest. With large local employers like the Idaho National Lab making workforce cuts, more people are now

Idaho State University’s faculty and administration have failed to find common ground, and once again the State Board of Education has disbanded the university’s faculty senate. A year ago a provisional senate was formed by the SBOE with the objective of creating a university constitution. Now, time is up, and there’s no constitution and no

Hazmat, police and fire crews have evacuated the parking lot of the old Fred Meyer where INL buses park on North Yellowstone in Idaho Falls. Idaho Falls Fire/EMS Division Chief Dave Coffey said that a cylinder full of boron trifluoride broke, causing the gas to leak. The gas is hazardous, but does not pose a

Saturday kicks off National Parks week across the country, meaning if local people want to visit nearby Grand Teton or Yellowstone, they can forget about the $25 charge and go for free. Jackie Skaggs, spokesperson for Grand Teton National Park, said it’s perfect timing because this is when the park comes alive. It’s re-populated by

When you need more than five fingers to count the number of extracurricular activities a student is involved in, you know they are a good candidate for the United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award. Madison High School senior, Elizabeth Pulsipher is one such student. Ballroom dancing is Elizabeth?s favorite extracurricular activity, but there are

Safety concerns are halting operations at an Idaho National Lab facility. The Materials and Fuels Complex is in the midst of a safety stand-down after two accidents this week. When asked whether the public should worry, Phil Breidenbach, director of nuclear operations at the FMC, said no. ?In any of the issues we’ve been dealing

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Pocatello’s City Council has voted to go forward on a $4.6 million airport project. Sealant patches just aren’t cutting it anymore. Deep cracks crisscross the secondary runway at Pocatello’s airport, going right down to its base. “The secondary runway has significant cracking that is already deteriorating the base and everything. So it needs to be

Frequent trips to the dentist are something vital for your overall health, but what happens when the cost of those trips adds up and you don’t have insurance? Dentists at Premier Dental in Idaho Falls sponsored a Free Dental Day event Friday morning. Hundreds of people in need of dental work waited in line for

A Chubbuck man is facing burglary charges for breaking into local businesses. Clinton Lee Davis was arrested when a Pocatello officer noticed Davis’ car matched the description of a car used in some recent burglaries. Police believe Davis is same man seen in video showing someone breaking the door window with a hammer at K

Mormon parents are defending their gay children in a new video that confronts The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ disapproval of homosexuality. The video to be released during a national gay conference for Mormons in Washington, D.C., on Saturday is part of the ongoing “It Gets Better” project, which seeks to give hope

Idaho Fish and Game Department personnel are attempting to capture a female grizzly bear that has been causing trouble in the Fox Creek subdivision near Driggs. The three-year-old grizzly has been getting into garbage, tearing into hot tub covers, and prowling backyard decks over the past several nights. Fish and Game spokesman Gregg Losinski says

The latest plan outlining Jackson and Teton County’s united community vision is just one vote away from being adopted. City and county have been working together for three years to update the area’s comprehensive plan from its 1994 version. The document regulates land-use and development. Ben Ellis, chair of the board of Teton County Commissioners,

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A police report from the night of April 15 is shedding more light on the death of 6-year-old Afton Allison. Anthony Blake Viles, Afton’s father, and Afton were arguing in Viles’ kitchen about Afton’s schoolwork and behavior, and that Viles walked away to avoid a fight, the report said. But as Viles walked away, he

Careers in nursing are in high-demand, but it’s not often that you find a high school student gearing up for the healthcare field even before she graduates. But that’s exactly what Rachel Loftin has done, and it’s just one of the reasons why she’s this week’s United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award recipient. You

Speeding, texting and not paying attention while behind the wheel could cause serious damage on the road. Idaho State Police and local law enforcement are teaming up to track down what they call aggressive drivers. It’s something many drivers do without thinking about. Texting in the car, not coming to a complete stop at a

One person is dead and another injured after an ATV accident in Fremont County on Wednesday night. The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office says they received a 911 call at 8:24 p.m. from a caller in the area east of Crapos Hill in the Egin Lakes area. Numerous emergency departments responded to the call, including Air

With an enormous and creative imagination, it is no wonder 14 year old Steven has such a love for reading, especially about ?Star Wars? and science. Between collecting rocks and learning as much as possible about science, this young man has great potential for his future. His dream, however, is to someday become a helicopter

The story of Afton Allison, the 6-year-old boy who died from injuries that police say his father inflicted, is continuing. Afton was living with his father and alleged killer, Anthony Blake Viles, after Afton and his younger brother were placed in foster care in October of last year. Sherry Hill with Washington Child Protective Services

A skeleton of a building hovering over Broadway in Idaho Falls for years may be completed within a few months. The Marriott Residence Inn project on the Idaho Falls Greenbelt has had its share of snags, but folks could be checking in by summer. “We’re extremely confident and we’re really excited and this is happening,”

Four Rexburg brothers have made a very uncommon achievement. They all received their Eagle Scout Awards Tuesday night. The Dutson brothers range in age from 13-18. Becoming an Eagle Scout takes years of hard work, including earning merit badges and organizing service projects. The boys say it is all worth it and it’s helped them

Hail to the helping hands. This week marks National Volunteer Appreciation week, as proclaimed by President Barack Obama. Idaho Falls is celebrating in a very personal way by flying in a special guest performer from New York City. Her name is Taren Sterry and she will put on a show in the Colonial Theater Thursday

The story of 6-year-old Afton Allison continued Tuesday night. Child Protective Services out of Washington confirmed that Afton had been placed in foster care, and that Anthony Blake Viles had taken over custody of Afton after a trial basis. Afton’s mother, Jessica Wrigley, said she is glad Viles is getting charged with first degree murder.

After a nearly two-year suspension, operations to remove radioactive waste at the Idaho National Laboratory have resumed this week. The Department of Energy’s Advanced Mixed Waste Treatment Project, or AMWTP, is in charge of treating the remaining material before shipping it to a plant in New Mexico. Back in July 2010, former contractor Bechtel BWXT

The tragic death of 6-year-old Afton Allison comes during national child abuse prevention month. Local social workers and law enforcement said people need to do more, to keep our kids safe. At Bright Tomorrows Child Advocacy Center, staff said they see far too many kids coming from abusive homes. “We do have cases of child