Month: March 2014

“Idaho is earthquake country and we do get little shakes pretty often,” said Teton County Emergency Manager Greg Adams. He has suggestions for families to follow to prepare for earthquakes, including having a 72 hour kit on hand. “Secure the water heater to the wall, secure heavy furniture and book cases so they don’t tip

More people are getting into the fur-trapping business as prices soar in the Gem State. Idaho Fish and Game said the reason is due to the demand in countries like China, Korea and Russia. Even though some businesses in the U.S. are having a hard time exporting goods to Russia because of the crisis in

A man died after falling at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort on Monday. Around 10:20 a.m., 31-year-old Peiter Swanson fell while skiing in an area called the Parachutes, which is north of the Cirque, and “suffered significant trauma,” the resort said in a news release. Jackson Hole Ski Patrol performed life support. He was transported to

These days, as soon as food hits the shelves of the Idaho Food Bank, it leaves just as quickly. “We are not a food storage,” Idaho Food Bank Eastern Idaho branch manager Rebecca Ristrem said. “Eastern Idaho has had a lot of layoffs. I have seen individuals who have come in that have allowed people

An Idaho Falls man who pleaded guilty to firing an assault rifle at the White House in 2011 has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. A federal judge in Washington sentenced Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez on Monday. Prosecutors had asked he spend 27 1/2 years in prison for the shooting. No one was injured, but

A man was arrested on a drug-trafficking charge in Bonneville County on Sunday. Deputies were called to the Maverik store on 3290 S. Yellowstone for a suspicious acting man. They found Alonzo T. Peery, 48, of Boise, who had a felony parole violation warrant out for his arrest from Ada County. Deputies found 2.9 pounds

Firefighters are looking into what caused a house to catch on fire in Pocatello on Monday morning. Firefighters were able to knock out a fire quickly at this home on the 900 block of North 11th. Officials say no one was inside the home when the fire broke out and no one was injured. They

The Idaho Youth Ranch near Rupert is about to make some big changes. The ranch has been around for 60 years, and uses equine therapy to help at-risk kids. Steps are under way to possibly close the Rupert ranch, and create three new ranches in Idaho a little closer to populated areas. Board members say

The Idaho State Liquor Store at 190 East First Street in Idaho Falls has seen its second burglarythis month. Idaho Falls Police said an alarm went off at the store at around 1 a.m. Thursday. Officers said thieves made entry into the building and stole two bottles of gin. Two juveniles were arrested in connection

A local car wash in undergoing some major renovations and owners say that when it’s completed, it will be truly one of a kind. The New Image Car Wash on 1st Street in Idaho Falls was recently purchased from Cardon’s Car Wash. The new owners are extending the car wash by 25 feet, decking the

Power has been restored to nearly 600 customers in Rigby, Rexburg and Ashton Sunday. Rocky Mountain Power officials said power was restored around 3:30 p.m. Sunday. The areas of outage affected were 83420, 83442 and 83440. Rocky Mountain Power said emergency repairs caused the outage.

A 4.8 earthquake shook the northern part of Yellowstone National Park early Sunday. The University of Utah Seismograph Stations reports the earthquake occurred at 6:34 a.m. about 4 miles north-northeast of the Norris Geyser Basin. The university reports it was felt in the Montana border towns of West Yellowstone and Gardiner, both about 20 miles

Bowe Bergdahl turned 28 on Mar. 28. He is three months shy of being the United State’s only prisoner of war for five years. That’s why the POW/MIA Association in Pocatello continues to hold fundraisers. “This is for the community, it’s for the POW’s and MIA’s and it’s for awareness in general,” said Tim Cowden,

Once the symbol of Sugar City, the iconic grain silo is no more. Completed in 1909, the structure came to the end of its life Saturday at 9 a.m. in a controlled demolition that drew hundreds of spectators. While many were excited to see the demolition, many long-time Sugar City residents were sad to see

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In October Marsh Valley Head Coach Jason Taylor stepped down as the head of the Eagles. On Friday he accepted a new challenge at West Jefferson High School.

The Shelley Russetts won’t be cutting down the nets at this years NCAA Final Four. But the Football team has had a big part in March Madness.

To honor those who have made significant achievements with autism and Asperger’s, the Temple Grandin Awards are given out to 13 people throughout the world. One national winner a year is chosen with Asperger’s and one with autism. This year’s award winner for Asperger’s is a 23-year old man from Idaho Falls, Kade Vilbig. He’s

The National Federation for the Blind partnered with the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Friday to kick off its annual state convention. The convention featured new technology to help those with blindness or impaired vision with daily life, as well as employment. NFB officials said the convention is all about raising awareness

Bingham County will host a volunteer recognition day on April 1. Henry Henscheid with the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism has worked with more than 25 volunteer organizations throughout the the county. They are all collaborating their efforts to better help the community through a county-wide Bingham/Blackfoot Volunteer Council. “I don’t think that people

A man was arrested in connection with the robbery of U.S. Bank in Pocatello on Friday. Around 3 p.m., the Pocatello Police Department was called to the bank on North Arthur. When officers arrived, they found William C. Reimer, 61, of Pocatello, outside the bank. He was taken into custody without incident. Police said Reimer

New federal smoking data shows a decrease in the percentage of people smoking in eastern Idaho counties. The data shows from 1996 to 2012 smoking rates in Bonneville County decreased from 19 to 16 percent. If you would like to see the data click here: http://www.pophealthmetrics.com/content/12/1/5. Smoking cessation coordinator for the eastern Idaho Public Health

Some major changes could be coming to Hitt Road as Idaho Falls city leaders look at options to ease congestion at the intersection of 17th Street and Hitt. “It’s always packed,” said driver Annika Daldwin. “I’ve seen a lot of wrecks here. It would be nice if they had it figured out a little better,”

We hear all the time “There’s an app for that,” but we usually never hear it from the small local restaurants. However, that could soon be changing thanks to a fairly new company’s goal to help local businesses compete with the big box stores. James Rich, director of marketing and sales for SPF Solutions, said

The Paramount Theater will offer a 9:30 a.m. showing of the highly acclaimed movie “Uphill Battle.” Tickets are $3 and include a drink and popcorn. Pocatello native Shelby Smith, who now lives in Rigby, stars in the film. “I play Erica,” Shelby said. “She’s a single mom with two older kids. She has been divorced

After exhausting its own resources, the Pocatello Police Department is seeking public help in locating a missing boy. He was identified as 17-year-old Justin B. Hughes. Police said the missing teen was last seen at his home on Myrtle Street in Pocatello on Dec. 16, 2013.They said he has ties to St. Anthony, Rexburg, Idaho

Portneuf Home Health Care will close its doors. Portneuf Medical Center and Baton Rouge, La.-based Amedisys jointly operated the facility. A specific closure date was not disclosed. The facility helps mostly elderly patients recover from ongoing conditions like diabetes or heart problems in their homes. Portneuf Medical Center spokesperson Brenda Stanley said Friday the health

The shift of Idaho’s population from rural counties to urban areas slowed last year. Estimates released by the Census Bureau on Thursday showed the 33 rural counties saw their combined population increase for the first time in three years. The population of the rural counties rose two-tenths of a percent from mid-2012 to mid-2013, or

One man was taken to the hospital after his car collided with a train west of Inkom Thursday night. The accident happened at Blackrock Rd and Old Highway 91. Idaho State Police say around 7 p.m., Ryan Lish, 21, of Downey, was traveling north in a 1989 Honda Accord when he collided with a Union

One gubernatorial candidate says Idaho doesn’t have a plan. Russ Fulcher, who is running against fellow Republican Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter, was in Idaho Falls on Thursday evening. He said his vision for the state is what separates him from Otter. “I have a private alternative to the Obamacare exchange,” he said. “I have a

Local, state and federal law enforcement agencies were at two locations at the same time in Bonneville County for a drug bust Thursday. On Friday, they announced how much was seized in the operation. “A large quantity of drugs was being sold in our community by those that were arrested,” the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office

The state of Idaho has a new claim to fame. In addition to world-famous potatoes, Idaho is now the home of the national champion red Angus bull. That’s the biggest title in the nation that can possibly be pinned to a breeding bull. Trooper is owned by Russell Fehringer of Power County. He took the

One person was slightly injured when a Jeep Grand Cherokeecrashed through the front window of the Stinker Convenience Store and McDonald’s Restaurant at 1485 West Broadway in Idaho Falls at around 2:30 a.m. Thursday. The injured person was inside the store at the time of the crash. Idaho Falls Police said the driver, 37-year-old Heather

The weekly United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award winners excel often excel in many areas, and this week’s winner is no exception. Natallie Dummar stands out in sports, academics, student government, and music. “Music is a huge part of my life,” Natallia said. “It’s one of the things that has taught me a lot

Construction is booming in Idaho Falls as many businesses open new stores. A car wash is being built on the the corner of Holmes Avenue and North Yellowstone Highway, and the old Los Albertos at 17th Street and Jennie Lee Drive is being transformed into a Starbucks. Idaho Falls Public Works Director Kent Fugal said

The state’s top business leaders gathered today to talk about new ways to bring big businesses to local communities. Idaho’s Director of Commerce Jeff Sayer helped introduce a bill recently passed by the state legislature this past week that will give big businesses a tax break incentive if they decide to move into town. “It’s

Battelle Energy Alliance will manage the Idaho National Laboratory for five additional years. Laboratory Director John Grossenbacher said the Department of Energy exercised an option in the company’s original ten-year contract. That contract was awarded to BEA in November 2004. “This action is significant for all INL employees, and their hard work and dedication made

A third man has been arrested in connection with a January assault at the Peppertree Lounge in Idaho Falls. According to reports, a Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputy arrested 23-year-old Alex D.S. Ruiz of Lewisville on an Idaho Falls Police Department warrant for aggravated battery. Two Idaho Falls men were arrested on warrants March 6 on

A dog owner in Chubbuck has to make some tough choices after his dog was declared vicious. The decision stems from a dog attack on March 16 that left one 3-year-old girl with bite wounds to the leg and face wounds deep enough to cause damage to her gums. While her injuries are not life-threatening,Chubbuck

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The new Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium is being field tested by schools across Idaho this week. The SBAC is a computerized Math and Language Arts test aligned to the new Idaho Core Standards. It’s meant to be more challenging and interactive than the previously administered ISAT. “It’ll help them understand where we’re trying to go

Two accidents slowed traffic along Interstate 15 Wednesday evening in Pocatello. Around 4pm, Idaho State Police investigated two crashes on I-15 between Clark Street and Pocatello Creek Road. An 18 year old woman from Downey, was traveling northbound when she drove off the left shoulder of the road. Police say she over-corrected, came back on

When Madison High School track star Rhett Jensen was granted a wish through the Make A Wish Foundation, he decided to use it in a unique way. Instead of taking a trip to Disneyland or meeting his favorite celebrity, he decided to use it to surprise his teammates. “I’ve been waiting for this forever and

They’re Asian, but they could soon be invading eastern Idaho. Local forestry officials say they’re on high alert for a foreign bug called emerald ash borer. The bug attacks and eventually kills trees. The borer has already left a path of destruction stretching from the East Coast to Colorado. “When it does get here, which

For homeowners in Pocatello, living through this past summer’s floods was enough to encourage many people to purchase flood insurance, but for others, the expensive premiums are only about to get worse. Since the federal government approved its latest budget, significant cuts were made in order to help fund the National Flood Insurance Program’s $24

Pocatello’s first-ever Car’s Jr. will be opening Thursday morning, restaurant number 14 in Idaho. “We’re looking forward to it,” said Clayton Jones, owner of the Pocatello Carl’s Jr. “The manager and crew here at the restaurant have been working really hard to prepare for it.” The new location also has one of the biggest play

Idaho State Police made an arrest in a deadly crash that occurred in October. Jody Underwood, 39, of Blackfoot, was arrested on a felony warrant for vehicular manslaughter on Wednesday. ISP said Underwood was driving recklessly in the Fort Hall area and collided with the car of Richard “Tazzy” Peyope of Fort Hall on U.S.

Two people are in custody after police said they broke into a family member’s home while she was in the hospital. The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office said Matthew J. Howell, 51, and Francine M. Howell, 55, were arrested Tuesday around 6:30 p.m. on charges on unlawful entry. Police say the two broke a window to

A Jefferson County house is a total loss after it caught fire early Wednesday morning. Around 2:30 a.m., a paper carrier saw the house on the 100 block of North 4500 East on fire and called 911. The house is owned by Larry Loftus of Jefferson County, who had been getting ready to rent it

The City of Idaho Falls and Bonneville County said they’ve seen far fewer potholes this spring. Every spring the Idaho Falls Street Department begins to fill potholes, like most cities and counties; however they’ve been less busy this year. “It stayed cold the whole first part of the season,” said foreman Mike McCarthy. “There wasn’t

Two burglaries this month in Pocatello have left Pocatello Police reminding folks to make sure all their doors and windows are locked in their homes. The first burglary occurred on March 3 on Fruitwood Lane and the second occurred on Country Club Drive on March 9. Police say the burglaries are not linked, but they

Downtown construction in Idaho Falls is giving a whole new meaning to a Children’s Art Museum. The Idaho Falls Art Council started construction on its new ARTitorium. The new children’s museum will feature art through new-age technology. The new ARTitorium Director Georgina Goodlander said the museum will incorporate 21st century learning, keeping up with this

Idaho no longer holds the dubious distinction of the state with the highest share of workers earning the minimum wage. The Gem State slipped to the No. 2 spot in 2013 as workers making the nationally-mandated minimum fell from 31,000 in 2012 to 29,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But 7.1 percent

Idaho no longer holds the dubious distinction of the state with the highest share of workers earning the minimum wage. The Gem State slipped to the No. 2 spot in 2013 as workers making the nationally-mandated minimum fell from 31,000 in 2012 to 29,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But 7.1 percent

Idaho no longer holds the dubious distinction of the state with the highest share of workers earning the minimum wage. The Gem State slipped to the No. 2 spot in 2013 as workers making the nationally-mandated minimum fell from 31,000 in 2012 to 29,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But 7.1 percent

Idaho no longer holds the dubious distinction of the state with the highest share of workers earning the minimum wage. The Gem State slipped to the No. 2 spot in 2013 as workers making the nationally-mandated minimum fell from 31,000 in 2012 to 29,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But 7.1 percent

Idaho no longer holds the dubious distinction of the state with the highest share of workers earning the minimum wage. The Gem State slipped to the No. 2 spot in 2013 as workers making the nationally-mandated minimum fell from 31,000 in 2012 to 29,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But 7.1 percent

Forty Idaho Transportation Department highway construction projects will be underway in eastern Idaho in the coming year. Many involve resurfacing or repairs, but one town is getting its first traffic signal. Thousands of cars pass through Victor every day during the busy summer season, and most have to go through the intersection of Highway 31

Tuesday is American Diabetes Association Alert Day. The association wants to encourage people to be tested for Type 2 diabetes. Medical experts said people who are at risk for diabetes are overweight, under active and have family history of the disease. For this reason, the Rocky Mountain Diabetes and Osteoporosis Center said it is important

Jefferson County sheriff’s deputies are investigating an armed robbery at the Maverik convenience store in Ririe. The robbery happened around 9:20 p.m. Sunday. Sheriff’s office spokesperson Mickey Eames said Tuesday the robber wore a black hoodie and scarf, black pants and shoes and was carrying a handgun that was silver- or nickel-plated. Based on the

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is holding a party this week. The first annual Jackson Hole Rendezvous includes three days of spring skiing and three nights of free live music concerts. The event officially starts Thursday and ends Sunday. The main theme this year is Jackson Hole is at one of its deepest snowpacks in history.

A woman’s vehicle was spiked four times when she led authorities on a chase from Oneida County to Pocatello on Monday night. An Oneida County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped Kimberly Sue Wilson, 41, on Interstate 15 north of Malad. According to a news release, the deputy suspected she was intoxicated and also found Wilson was

Teri Pope recently kicked off her dog training service called “From Day One Service Dog Training.” She started the service to help people with disabilities because she has learned first hand — having multiple sclerosis and epilepsy — the benefits someone could reap from having a service dog. “Once I got a service, I was

The Greater Yellowstone Coordinating Committee invited the public to Jackson in an effort to craft a path to the area’s future Monday. The GYCC is comprises 11 entities of four federal agencies — the National Park Service, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. The group manages more

The spring weather is bringing out the motorcycle crashes in Idaho. On Monday, a man from Boise was injured, and over the weekend an Idaho Falls man died after being thrown from his motorcycle. The reason there are more accidents in the springtime is because motorists don’t look for bikers during winter, so when spring

The Pocatello Police Department’s Lt. Paul Manning had been getting so many complaints about panhandlers roaming the streets, he decided to make it his mission to crack-down on this as part of a bigger picture to make the city’s streets a bit safer. So this past Spring, he decided to do some research and found

In February 2013, Dylan Sellars was just about to turn 1. One afternoon, he began vomiting, something his parents suspected might be a tummy bug. Dylan tagged along for a doctor’s appointment already scheduled for his sister, and on the way, the little boy began turning grey, then yellow, and he wasn’t very responsive. He

Spring Break is this week or next for most schools in our area. Tautphaus Park Zoo in Idaho Falls is offering special classes and mini-camps to keep kids busy. Classes range from animals that hop to mammals and apes.Students will learn about the animals, make crafts, and hear stories.They’ll also get a sneak peek before

A 3.3 magnitude earthquake with 2 aftershocks hit Monday northeast of Challis. Idaho National Laboratory scientists measured three low level seismic events in Custer county. At 12:43 pm, an estimated 3.3 magnitude quake hit just Northeast of Challis. The main quake was followed by an estimated 2.8 at 12:57pm, and an estimated 2.9 quake hit

An Idaho Falls man was arrested after he allegedly hit another man with a pipe. Idaho Falls police said Monday that David A. Weninger, 44, hit a 55-year-old man with a copper pipe, knocked him down and struck him several times with the pipe on the 400 block of A Street. Police arrested Weninger and

Now that spring is here a lot of people are eager to plant a garden. For those who don’t have a place to plant one, the Idaho Falls Community Gardens may be the answer. Kristi Appelhans has been involved with the Community Gardens for 20 years. “We have a lot of enthusiastic, engaged gardeners, but

It was 30 years ago that former U.S. Congressman Richard Stallings ran his last successful campaign, and now after a 20-year hiatus, he’s back. “When I saw that nobody else had filed, I think it was wrong the people of Idaho not be given a choice for the congressional seat,” Stallings said. “And so at

An Idaho Falls man died in a motorcycle crash on Saturday afternoon. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said 37-year-old died after being ejected from his motorcycle on Lincoln Road and Bone Road around 4:30 p.m. Witnesses and law enforcement performed CPR without success. Witnesses said speed was a contributing factor.

The Blackfoot High School hazing case continued Friday after the Bingham County judge postponed his decision for summary judgement. Three students — Logan Chidester, Nathan Walker and Tyson Katseanes — filed the lawsuit in 2012 against Blackfoot School District 55, the County of Bingham, the City of Blackfoot, former Bingham County Prosecuting Attorney Scott Andrew,

Several volunteers spent the day removing trash from public land near Blackfoot on Sunday, days after Local News 8 first told you about how these lands are being transformed into dumping grounds. They filled dozens of trash bags with used plastics and hauled away old television sets and appliances. Amongst the debris, they even spotted

A local group is pushing for a statewide ban on smoking in cars with children. The group, composed of several mothers, has started a petition and even reached out to elected officials. Tavia Pickett and her children regularly stand at busy intersections in Idaho Falls with handmade signs supporting the ban. While Pickett’s gotten plenty

Firefighters successfully extinguished a brush fire in the Black Hawk Estates subdivision near Ammon early Saturday afternoon. About an acre of brush burnt in the backyard of a home on South Henry Creek Road. The fire came within 40 yards of the house, according to Steve Farnsworth with the Idaho Falls Fire Department. One of

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Hearing loss is one of the most common problems in the United States, affecting one in 10 people. Since the 80s noise induced hearing loss in teens has increased by 30 percent. Much of it is caused by wearing headphones that play extra loud music. Early signs of hearing loss include the inability to distinguish

For the Pocatello Police Department, there is no such thing as a “buy one and done” deal. “That’s one thing I’ve learned being in this position,” said Deputy Chief Jim Peterson. “When you buy something, that’s generally not the end of the cost. There’s usually continuing costs and you always have to factor that in.”

Four U.S. senators, three of whom are on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, toured the Idaho National Laboratory on Friday. The INL joined Sens. Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) in welcoming senior Republican members of the Committee, ranking committee member Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.). The lawmakers first stopped

Officials say public lands west of the Menan Buttes in Jefferson and Madison counties have become a dumping ground. “They’ll dump appliances, TVs, whatever and use that as their shooting target and leave that debris here,” said Monica Zimmerman, an outdoor recreation planner for the Bureau of Land Management. There are also dead cows and

A Pocatello man died in a crash on Interstate 15 near Chubbuck. On Friday around 1 p.m., Brett L. Payne, 31, was driving a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe south on the interstate. Idaho State Police said Payne drifted off the left shoulder, over-corrected and went off the right shoulder, where the SUV overturned. He was transported

Academics may be a major focus of high school, but having fun can also be part of the experience. At least that’s what United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award winner, Jocelyn Jackson thinks. The Snake River High School student has a supporting role the school’s production of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” “It has

An Idaho Falls woman who police said embezzled thousands from her employer has been arrested. Heather M. Garner was arrested at her home on a warrant for grand theft on Thursday morning. Garner was arrested following an investigation that began in January. Idaho Falls police said Garner embezzled more than $10,000 from Syringa Properties, where

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 5.3 percent in February. It is a one tenth percent improvement over January and the lowest rate in five and a half years. Much of the improvement is credited to the labor force “participation rate”. That reflects the percentage of the population 16 and older working or actively

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The Bonneville County GOP is hosting a series of five forums for republican candidates. Thursday, was the first one at the Bonneville County Courthouse. The point of these forums is to allow the public to ask questions and get to know the candidates better. Thursday’s event was organized by Bonneville County Republican Chairman, Doyle Beck.The

What does it take to become the Idaho Business Leader of the Year? How about serving on four public service positions and participating in seven community service projects. Scott McClure got into the engineering business because he wanted to create a product that could benefit his community. He owns McClure Engineering in Twin Falls, and

A former presidential candidate was in Eastern Idaho Wednesday night. Former governor Mitt Romney was in Idaho Falls stumping for Gov. Butch Otter, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, and Rep. Mike Simpson. There was a private fundraising at the Hilton Garden Inn earlier in the evening, but another event was held an hour later at Frank

The city of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department will hold its third “Connect Our Community” public meeting April 9. The city will discuss with the public plans to connect major bike trails and expand crosswalks throughout the city. Parks and Recreation Director Greg A. Weitzel said he has already heard from many cyclist and

The Idaho Department of Correction says an inmate who walked away from an Idaho Falls Community Work Center Thursday afternoon has been caught. The Department of Correction says, Jesse Von Atkinson, was arrested when he returned to the work center at 5:45 p.m Thursday. Atkinson will be held at the Bonneville County Jail while the

Plans to tear down the Old Seminary Building in Rexburg have some divided. The Madison School District, which owns the building, said it plans to demolish it to build a parking lot. But some say the building is an historic landmark and should remain standing. “It’s a positive symbol, and I hate to lose that

This week the state legislature passed a bill that offers a loan repayment program to students in order to bring more mental health practitioners into the state. The National Alliance on Mental Illness just graded Idaho down to an “F” when it comes to the number of psychiatric doctors the state has to offer. The

Former presidential candidate Mitt Romney was in Idaho Falls Wednesday night at a rally to support local republican candidates. Romney was given a warm welcome at Riverbend Ranch. He urged voters to keep Governor Butch Otter, Senator Jim Risch, and Congressman Mike Simpson in office. He discounted criticism that the candidates may not be conservative

September 11, 2001 was when the need for a group like the Medical Reserve Corps was first realized. With the terrorist attacks came floods of volunteers. Who had time to check credentials to make sure those offering help really authorized, and who had the time to do that in a crisis? Now, the Medical Reserve

The Bannock Humane Society was already planning on being presented with a check from Lithia Honda of Pocatello. However, they weren’t expecting to have a prime example of how that donation will help after three cats were abandoned on their doorstep Wednesday. The Humane Society said the three female cats have been de-clawed, seem well-taken

The Portneuf District Library will have a large prayer canvas available to sign Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The canvas is to support anyone affected by the Boston Marathon bombings last year. The canvas is about as long as a car, with many different kinds of support written. This canvas is part of

Tonight some local political activists are teaming up with the Pocatello Police Department to hold a seminar encouraging more women to enter into the police force. They said women make up a small portion of southeast Idaho’s law enforcement officers since many women are afraid of going through the physically-demanding application process. However, those who

A local Vietnam veteran recently traveled to Laos to try to find the body of another soldier he first tried to rescue 45 years ago. Wednesday afternoon, retired Staff Sgt. Leland Sorensen of Aberdeen returned home from his journey with good news: they had managed to recover several identifying objects that belonged to the missing