Month: November 2012

Bingham County School District was in court Friday, facing a lawsuit asking the district to reveal what it did with more than $100,000. Documents show the school district paid out $105,000 to an undisclosed person, the day after Scott Crane retired as superintendent. Retired school teacher Joyce Bingham started the lawsuit to force the district

Pocatello police say a 10-year-old boy who had been missing was found. Brett Henson, 10, walked away from Wilcox Elementary School at 427 Lark Lane in Pocatello around 2 p.m. Friday. Police tell Local News 8 he was found walking back to the school. Brett told police he had been playing at a friend’s house.

Clean up workers at the Idaho National Laboratory site announced this week they are re-purposing the facility over Pit-9. Pit-9 accepted radioactive and hazardous waste from 1967-1969. A facility was built over the pit in 2010, which was used to recover and repackage contents from drums containing radioactive and hazardous waste. The CWI said that

Two people were transported to Portneuf Medical Center after a crash in front of the Bannock County Courthouse in Pocatello this morning. Pocatello police said preliminary reports indicated a car may have run a stop sign at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Center Street around 10 a.m. and struck a couple of other vehicles

A rollover crash blocked Interstate 15 in Pocatello for about an hour Friday morning. Around 8 a.m. a 16-year-old girl was driving southbound on I-15 just before the South 5th Street exit when she went off the right side of the road and overcorrected. Her vehicle rolled several times, coming to rest on its wheels

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality says a southeast Idaho valley has unacceptable unhealthy air and has a plan to help people in Cache Valley breathe a little easier. Rural Cache Valley isn’t really the place you might expect to find polluted air, but DEQ said it comes down to the lay of the land.

On Christmas Day, 2011, 20-year-old Buck Garner was killed in an Ammon home. As another holiday season begins, the Garner family’s raw feelings about that awful day have turned into a drive to make this Christmas about giving. “I wonder if he like, if his spirit ever came back here,” said Lisa Garner, outside the

Southeast Idaho will be home to a new charter school next fall, thanks to a $600,000 federal grant. In the fall of 2013, Blackfoot students will have another option to consider when going to high school — Bingham Academy. “Any time we have an opportunity to help prepare students for what’s coming is beneficial to

Tyler Lewis spent Wednesday evening at Idaho Falls High School rehearsing with the choir. “I’ve made so many friends,” said Tyler. “We go out there, we just improve every day and we just have fun every day.” But Tyler is much more than a choir boy. The senior is involved across the board, from tough

The explosive device the prompted the closure of U.S. Highway 20 southbound near Idaho Falls was an altered firework, the Idaho State Police said. Police say the driver of a car that was found to have an explosive device inside Thursday is a 19-year-old from Rexburg. Dallin B. Baggett was arrested on charges of possession

Winter weather is upon us. Here’s how you can be ready and safe. Prepare for winter storms and blizzards http://www.foremost.com/mygreathome/?v=a&an=preparing-for-winter-storms-and-blizzards _ Weather safety awareness brochures and downloads http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/brochures.shtml#winter _ Spanish language site http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.86f46a12f382290517a8f210b80f78a0/?vgnextoid=92d51a53f1c37110vgnvcm1000003481a10arcrd&vgnextfmt=default _ Preparing for winter storms—manufactured and modular homes http://www.mygreathome.com/safety/severe_weather/blizzards.htm _ FEMA: Before winter storms and extreme cold Http://www.fema.gov/hazard/winter/wi_before.shtm

Blackfoot Telecommunications of Missoula, Montana is set to acquire FairPoint Idaho Communications, pending FCC approval. Bill Squires the CEO said he’s excited about the deal — he knows this is a huge step for Upper Valley homeowners and businesses. Donna Benfield knows all too well how important high-speed internet connections are to the growing population

Police are looking for a person involved in an armed robbery of East Idaho Credit Union in Rexburg. The FBI is now offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible. The robber is described as awhite male, about 5’10” with a deep

Will this warm weather become a trend for future fall and winter seasons? There’s a lot riding on this year’s winter season. The National Weather Service is calling it a transition winter. If this becomes the second consecutive mild and drier winter than average, it could become a future trend for Idaho. But some Idaho

A 41-year-old Pocatello man was arrested at around 6:30 pm Wednesday on a charge of indecent exposure. Pocatello police said Jon Eric Utka was seen standing in his front window at 107 N. Ninth Avenue exposing himself. Officers said Utka was “still in the process” when they arrived. A witness told police the activity had

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is moving its Driver’s Services location from Afton to the new Thayne Community Center. The Afton center will close December 12th and reopen at the new location one block east of US Highway 89 on VanNoy Parkway December 20th. WYDOT said the new location would provide a more centralized office

An Idaho Falls woman drove onto the sidewalk, hit a bicyclist and other cars Wednesday afternoon, police said. Jennifer Hunter, 46, was arrested on a charge of felony driving under the influence. Idaho Falls officers were dispatched to an injury accident on Yellowstone and Broadway around 12:15 p.m. Witnesses said Hunter, driving a 1998 Buick

Southeast Idaho is known to be pretty lucky in lottery drawings, but chances of someone here winning the $550 million Powerball on Wednesday night is still slim. David Workman is the Idaho Lottery spokesman who said earlier today southeast Idaho has had seven jackpot winners here in the past, and he thinks this is a

BOYS BASKETBALL Madison 43Bonneville 60 F Blackfoot 59Hillcrest 75 F Pocatello 39Skyline 69 F Twin Falls 57Century 60 F/OT American Falls 30Malad 59 F Sugar-Salem 83Ririe 14 F Bear Lake 51West Side 44 F GIRLS BASKETBALL Sugar-Salem 45Salmon 40 F West Side 35American Falls 32 F Firth 42Teton 35 F Oakley 42Hansen 33 F

The United States Supreme Court has refused to accept a case which challenges long-standing and controversial Idaho legislation. Since the 1980’s, defendants in criminal court have not been able to plead insanity. The case of Delling v. Idaho challenges the constitutionality of this law. It’s a rarely used plea that became infamous during the Ronald

The winning Powerball numbers of Wednesday, Novemeber 28, 2012: 5 – 23 – 16 – 22 – 29, Powerball 06. According to lottery officials announcing the numbers, the jackpot has risen to $580 million, up from $550 million Wednesday afternoon.

The Bannock County landfill’s methane gas project is under construction, and soon tons of decomposing trash could be lighting up local homes. Unless it’s captured, the gases created deep inside the landfill by layers of old trash slowly make their way to the surface and pollute the air. Environmental protection mandates mean sometime within the

Engaging and friendly, Dametries is looking forward to becoming a member of an adoptive family with parent(s) who are familiar with the daily care needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, and who will see that he has the security he needs to feel safe, and the educational, developmental, social, and mental health services that will

If you want to make it all about the “bling” this holiday season, there are quite a few options to find that perfect gift in our neck of the woods. No wonder they call Idaho the Gem State! Farr’s Jewelers in Idaho Falls has a collection of opal jewelry made with stones from Idaho’s mines.

Textbook shortages and cut salaries have been a common theme for Idaho schools lately; and next year, there could be even more holdbacks to public education. Wednesday afternoon, the Bonneville School District 93 board met and discussed renewing the district’s $3 million levy. Education leaders said Idaho schools rank near the bottom of the barrel

Sammy, the retired Rexburg K-9 officer we introduced you to Tuesday ( http://goo.gl/QQ7hC) , has found a new home. The Rexburg Police Department said an Idaho Falls area law enforcement dog-handler has adopted the black lab. The officer also has other retired K-9 officers at his home. The Rexburg Animal Shelter received numerous phone calls

Many of our neighbors go to work every day at the Idaho National Lab site. Things have changed through the years — but the reality remains that many former employees are at a higher risk for some deadly illnesses because of the work they’ve done. Now a new component to the Department of Energy funded

A Montana company announced Wednesday that it entered into an agreement to acquire FairPoint Idaho, which provides data and voice services for thousands of people in eastern Idaho. FairPoint Idaho includes Fremont Telcom Co. and Fretel Communications LLC, and is part of FairPoint Communications, is a publicly traded company based in Charlotte, N.C. Missoula-based Blackfoot

UPDATE: Sammy has found a home. See http://goo.gl/6rA78 . Many older dogs at eastern Idaho animal shelters are waiting patiently for a family to scoop them up and take them home. But one canine at the Rexburg Animal Shelter has been around the block more than others. Ten-year-old Sammy, a black lab, is no ordinary

A former Pocatello man faces up to 15 years in prison and up to a half million dollar fine after pleading guilty to two counts of an indictment charging him with conspiracy to file false claims for an IRS tax refund and making a false claim against the United States. U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson

An Idaho Falls man was arrested Tuesday afternoon on multiple counts of lewd conduct with a child under 16. Jeffrey Lewis Dunn, 52, was arrested at his home. The arrest stems from an investigation that began in December 2011 regarding alleged inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old and 13-year-old girl, police said. He has been charged

GIRLS H.S. BASKETBALL Blackfoot 46Hillcrest 75 F Century 52Rigby 35 F Idaho Falls 35Shelley 46 F Pocatello 23Burley 42 F Skyline 72Bonneville 63 F South Fremont 39Ririe 58 F American Falls 34Declo 37 F Soda Springs 36 Snake River 33 F Salmon 38Butte County 47 F

Some startling statistics for Idaho ranchers have been released by the USDA. Since last year, the state’s red meat production has been cut in half. Rough times for ranchers can be bad news for the gem state as a whole. Raising cattle is a major part of the state economy, and the second largest segment

The law firm representing Bingham Memorial Hospital has filed a petition to compel the production of public records. This means Holland and Hart wants the Bingham County commissioners and Lee Hammett to release every document concerning allegations about mismanagement of the hospital. The attorney for Local News 8 said this is a fairly normal procedure.

The city of Aberdeen participated in the Governor’s “Capital for a Day” program on Tuesday. Although this has not been the city’s first time participating, this was their first time with Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter in office. People from not only Bingham County, but from regions across the state traveled out to Aberdeen to ask

A local non-profit is celebrating a million hours of service to orphans in developing nations. The Rexburg-based Orphanage Support Services Organization (OSSO) is marking the achievement with some new office space. OSSO is moving from a tiny, hidden office to a more prominent location at 56 East Main St. in downtown Rexburg. The organization recruits

The State Department of Education said eight out of every 10 educators earned bonuses, but one local school district doesn’t think it’s fair and it’s doing something about it. Teachers across Idaho will be given pay-for-performance checks by early next month. On Tuesday afternoon, the Idaho Falls School District 91 school board approved a resolution

An area car dealership is adding as many as 50 new jobs to its lot. Teton Toyota is getting ready to open a Volkswagen dealership in the coming weeks. Dealership managers are looking for service writers, technicians and administrative staff. Several salesmen have already been hired. “My wife wants to stay home with our two

A local nonprofit gets a boost from an area car dealership. Teton Toyota handed over a brand-new Tundra, free of charge, to the directors of Craighead Beringia South. Craighead Beringia is a conservation group which does wildlife research and education based in Kelly, Wyo. The free Tundra is part of Toyota’s “100 Cars for Good”

The Tautphaus Park Zoo’s female sloth bear is pregnant, but finding that out took some innovation from zoo workers. According to a news release from the City of Idaho Falls on Wednesday, zoo staff performed an ultrasound on 370-pound Pria on Friday without any anesthesia or physical restraint. The keepers cut out a small access

Customers of Intermountain Gas Company can expect a one-time credit with their natural gas bill in December. As part of its Purchased Gas Adjustment, approved by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 1, the credit will allow Intermountain to refund an $11.9 million credit balance. The approach will also allow the company to keep

A state lawmaker from Jackson wants authorities to have the right to charge backcountry users who need to be rescued. The Jackson Hole Daily reported Tuesday that Rep. Keith Gingery is pursuing a bill to give sheriff’s departments discretion to issue bills to people suspected of putting themselves in danger. The bill was inspired by

From Boise to Blackfoot, three members from the state legislature met with representatives from the Idaho Association of Counties Monday to discuss local issues that could possibly effect local businesses. The IAC is made up of county commissioners, the county clerk, and other elected local government officials. Monday’s amicable meeting gave the commissioners a chance

Property tax notices have been mailed out in Bonneville County. Those living within the limits of school district 91 will see a tax increase because of the 30% increase in the levee. Bonneville county treasurer Mark Hanson said increases on individual property taxes will vary. “There’s two parts to the property taxed. There’s the levees

According to the Suicide Prevention Action Network of Idaho, suicide is the second leading cause of death for Idahoans ages 15 to 34. Idaho was one of only a few states in the nation without a suicide hotline, until 1 p.m. on Monday. Those in the mental health community are relieved that local suicide prevention

A man wanted by Chubbuck police is in custody in Twin Falls. Levi Roberts, 30, was arrested on Thanksgiving, Chubbuck police said Monday. Roberts had an outstanding felony warrant for his arrest for one count of aggravated assault and one count of attempted robbery. Before his arrest, his last known address was on Halsey in

A short chase and foot pursuit landed a Pocatello man in jail Sunday morning. Pocatello Police Lt. Paul Manning said officers were investigating an unrelated domestic disturbance in the area of 600 West Lander when a car driven by Robert Wade Pointer, 18, came down the alley and nearly struck an officer around 5 a.m.

A Logan, Utah, woman ran out in front of a car and tried to grab the driver’s cell phone, Idaho Falls police said. Officers responded to Memorial Drive and B Street around 10 p.m. Wednesday for a disturbance. The police department did not release information on the incident until Monday. A driver said a woman,

A man was arrested on aggravated assault charges after police said he pointed a gun at his wife and another man. Officers responded to the 1200 block of South Bellin Road around 11:30 p.m. Friday. His wife and the other man said Nathan Chad Blackburn, 35, had become upset after he caught the two kissing

Idaho State Police responded to a report of a woman being attacked by two men on Interstate 86 near the entrance to Massacre Rocks State Park. Troopers detained two men in a high-risk traffic stop on the interstate. The woman was not found inside the vehicle. Due to the nature of the crime and current

An Eagle, Colo., man has a black eye and faces three counts of misdemeanor battery after an incident at the Clarion Inn on Friday night. Pocatello Police Lt. Paul Manning said officers were called to the Clarion Inn at 8:20 p.m. He said children had complained to their parents that a man was inappropriately touching

Magician Terry Commons had a vision to build a majestic theater where people could gather together over a festive feast while live entertainment performs in front of the dinner guests. And 15 years ago, he did just that. But today, Commons is announcing he will be stepping down as the owner and father of the

Nearly 30,000 customers in the upper valley were without power for several hours Sunday morning. Rocky Mountain Power personnel indicated the outage was caused by a faulty insulator located on the 161 line feeding the Rigby area. The outage occurred at 9:37 a.m. Sunday morning to 29,561 Rocky Mountain Power customers in the following towns

It’s the season of giving and one local theatre group is using their talents to sponsor a non-profit organization thousands of miles away. Many families enjoy traditions that create special memories of the holidays and help set the tone for the season. For the Playmill Theatre, “White Christmas ” is one of those traditions. “There’s

The Idaho Falls SWAT team was called to the Ammon Walmart Friday around 9:40 p.m. after a woman in her car threatened to kill herself. The woman was parked on the south side of the store, according to Lieutenant Kevin Casper. He said it’s his understanding the woman initially called a family member and threatened

Old St. Nick helped usher in the season, by making a personal visit in Pocatello for the Night of a Thousand Santas and Night Lights Parade. The festivities kicked off with Santa Claus flying into tow in a helicopter. “He had to make a special trip from the north pole today just for us. So

The day after Thanksgiving is likely a day filled with shopping and eating leftovers,but working outis unlikely to bea priority. Staying on track with exercise this winter will keep you from making that common New Year’s resolution of losing weight. “The important thing is to stay consistent, if you’re not consistent in the winter time,

Six people went to the hospital after a two-car accident in Clark County on Friday. AT 11:45 a.m. Ming Guangzhou, 30, China, was west on State Highway 22 in a 2012 BMW. Karen White, 22, of Salt Lake City, was north on State Highway 28, in a 2006 Honda Civic. Idaho State Police said Guangzhou

Whether it’s fact or fiction, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of doomsday. Centuries ago the Mayans marked Dec. 21, 2012, as the end point on their long-form calendar. Since then, the date has been feared, anticipated and laughed at as the end of mankind as we know it. Now we’re only one month out.

People were shopping for Black Friday deals earlier than usual this year. Many local stores opened their doors to anxious customers Thursday night, but one store kept with tradition and opened at midnight: Best Buy. “Packed” was an understatement for the Idaho Falls electronics store. Some eager shoppers were in line as early as Monday,

The Salvation Army, Eastern Idaho businesses, local churches and community volunteers gathered Thursday at the Elk’s Lodge in Idaho Falls for the 24th annual Thanksgiving dinner. They welcomed more than 300 people for a traditional Thanksgiving feast. More than 150 volunteers served meals to anyone who walked in the doors. Many were long time attendees

As hundreds of hopeful shoppers crowd the sales happening across the valley on Thursday night, it can be easy to forget the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Not everybody is able to spend the holiday with family, but Thanksgiving isn’t about where you give thanks. It’s about who’s with you. “It’s a happy time of year

Pocatello is falling well behind when it comes to retail sales. For every $3 spent in Idaho Falls retail there’s just $1 spent in the gate city. In general, Bannock County’s economy does pretty well, but it’s economic achilles heel may simply be sales. “It’s not the strong suit compared to some other areas,” Dept.

Hosting a Thanksgiving feast can be tiring and a lot of people want to get out of the kitchen the night before. It seems a lot of people around Idaho Falls were ready to put their turkey basters away on Wednesday night, so they stopped by pizza places to pick up a quick pie. That

Tre’Vell is an attractive young teen who is very engaged in school. In the fall of September 2012, he will be in eighth grade. At a recent IEP meeting at his school, his social worker was very pleased to hear numerous compliments about Tre’Vell from his primary special education teacher and his mainstream classroom teachers.

Two people were injured in an accident on Highway 20 near St. Anthony on Wednesday afternoon. Vanessa Hawkes, 19, of Sugar City, was driving north in a Chevy Suburban. Antonia Sermiento, 60, of St. Anthony was waiting on 400 North in a Buick Park Avenue to turn south onto Hwy 20. According to Idaho State

Grand Targhee, Jackson Hole, and Sun Valley are all awaiting your arrival. “We’re very excited for Friday to kick off the season,” said Ken Rider, the marketing and sales director at Grand Targhee. Grab your skis and hit the slopes. The ski and snowboard season is under way in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. Grand

People are already lining up tonight to be the first in line for holiday shopping deals. You may have noticed a couple of tents outside Best Buy in Idaho Falls. “I’m here 24/7 basically and then he goes to work and I’m stuck here,” said Cassi Frasure. “…but he’ll be here when he’s not at

It’s a big day for Thanksgiving travel. AAA estimates 39 million Americans will be filling US freeways on Wednesday and Thanksgiving Day, Thursday. Traffic on I-15 was noticeably more dense than an average rush-hour commute on Wednesday night. This weekend, the Idaho State Police said they won’t tolerate any turkeys behind the wheel. “It becomes

A 4-year-old boy who was hit by a pickup in Idaho Falls earlier this month has been released from the hospital. He had been at Primary Children’s Medical Center in Salt Lake City where he was being treated for a broken leg, arm and facial fractures, according to the boy’s mother. The boy was hit

Tablets are always popular, but throw in the holidays and they are a hot-ticket item. But there are so many of them,how do you pick? “I see a lot more people getting these,” said Shea Sparks, electronics specialist at Best Buy. But why the attraction of a tablet? “It’s more convenient to carry around, more

A Rigby man is headed to prison for a year after admitting he stole thousands from the Fort Hall Casino. John Mejia, 32, was sentenced Tuesday to 12 months and a day behind bars, followed by three years of supervised release and the requirement that he repay nearly $180,000. Mejia was indicted in July 2011

A student may not be home for Thanksgiving after Rexburg police said they found numerous drug-related items in a U-Haul during a traffic stop. Evan Alexander Joseph Boylan, 21, of California, attends school in Montana and was stopped on U.S. Highway 20, police said Wednesday. Boylan was arraigned Wednesday on felony possession of a prescription

Here’s what is happening in your neighborhood on Thanksgiving and Friday. Thursday (Thanksgiving)Rexburg Rexburg Turkey Trot, 8 a.m., Madison High School “Run so you can eat!” It will be a great family activity to start your Thanksgiving Holiday. Bring canned food to be donated to the local Food Bank. We want to fill the trailer

On its own initiative, the Bannock County Jail has started a number of classes to keep inmates from returning, and hopes the idea could catch on at other county jails. Jail officials said having someone sit in a concrete box with nothing to do works plenty well for punishment, but maybe not as well for

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

A 22-year-old man suspected of killing a monkey at the Boise zoo is scheduled to be moved to a jail in Idaho’s capital. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that Michael J. Watkins would be moved from the Washington County jail in Weiser where he’s been held since Monday afternoon to the Ada County

Eight-year-old Saddie Bruderer brought out her American Girl doll she made to look like her. In the kitchen, her mother Misti Bruderer flipped through pamphlets with information regarding a rare disease known as Alpha-1. A typical third-grader, Saddie is a dancer and appears as physically strong as is her spirit. But she has been diagnosed

A deadly traffic accident occurred Tuesday evening near York Exchange south of the Budweiser plant at Highway 91 and 65th. Mary C. McHugh, 59, of Shelley died on scene. Christine M. Stankiewicz, age 34, of Shelley and a minor child were taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls where they were treated

GIRLS BASKETBALL Pocatello 60Bonneville 57 F Blackfoot 38Idaho Falls 59 F Hillcrest 49Rigby 29 F Madison 52Minico 29 F Century 45Skyline 53 F Highland 60Twin Falls 40 F Sugar-Salem 40West Jefferson 37 F Salmon 45South Fremont 60 F Shelley 37Firth 34 F Snake River 35Malad 32 F Teton 34North Fremont 48 F Ririe 41American Falls

A five-year plan for golf courses in Idaho Falls is approved. Idaho Falls City Council voted Tuesday night on the plan which includes a fee increase that should increase revenue by a million dollars. The revamped business plan also includes returning profit centers like golf pro shops and cart rentals to the city. There was

A victim of a six-car accident in Pocatello last week died Tuesday. Idaho State University student Chelsea Blair, 22, had been in a coma at Portneuf Medical Center since the crash. On Nov. 12, ISU professor Skip Lohse’s truck hit several cars on the Benton Street overpass before crashing into the back of a small

It’s that time of year for The Salvation Army bell ringers to make their appearance outside stores and shopping centers. In Idaho Falls, 15 bell ringers have been collecting donations from generous shoppers for several days. Of course everyone knows the donations help families and children in need have a little more Christmas cheer, but

Every year about this time, many of us start to feel it: that groggy feeling doctors call seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. SAD hits millions of Americans with bummed-out winter feelings. Doctors attribute it to how little light we get during these dark winter months. From there, it can be a vicious cycle, but there

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said a missing Rigby High School band teacher was found in Seattle. Deputies said Tuesday that William “Bill” Algeo Weed III, who was reported missing over the weekend, was fine and was found Monday afternoon. He was last seen at Rigby High School on Friday night after a concert at

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is trying to find a band teacher who was reported missing this weekend. William “Bill” Algeo Weed III was last seen at Rigby High School on Friday around 11 p.m. after a concert at Idaho State University. He was reported missing Saturday at 8:30 a.m. The sheriff’s office said it

A motor home ended up in a dry creek bed in a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 near Malad on Tuesday morning.Eugene Gillette, 79, of Bishop, Calif., attempted to exit the interstate in a 1991 Blue Bird motor home at 11 a.m. when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the top of

The Signal Mountain Lodge convenience store was heavily damaged in a Tuesday morning fire. According to a Grand Teton National Park news release, Teton Interagency Dispatch received an emergency call of a structure fire around 8:15 a.m. after a Signal Mountain Lodge employee discovered the fire in the convenience store, which is closed for the

Idaho State University College of Pharmacy’s 2011 graduates had a 100 percent passing rate for their National License Board Exams. There are between 115 to 120 pharmacy schools in the nation. Of those, six reported perfect scores. School administrators said this achievement is due to the extensive amount of hands-on experience required in the students’

An ambulance trip in Bingham County will soon cost a little more. The price will go from $9 for each mile a patient is carried to $11. This hike in ambulance fees is being put in place to keep up with the rising costs of Medicare and Medicaid. The Blackfoot Fire Department said it does

The Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating an arson that caused $10,000 in damage to a building in the 500 block of West 19th Street. The fire occurred sometime between Nov. 13 and 15. Police began investigating the fire Monday after the fire marshal determined that a structure fire at the business park was started