Month: March 2014

The Idaho National Laboratory has developed open-source software that can be used for simulations. Computation scientist Cody Permann worked alongside several other scientist, led by Derek Gaston, worked for six years to develop this new Multiphysics Object Oriented Simulation Environment (MOOSE) computer simulation framework. Scientists and students no longer have to be computer science experts

Idaho’s Suicide Prevention Hotline announced it’s expanding its hours. This week it added shifts that run from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The program also announced it hopes to add weekends later this spring as soon as its next group of volunteers is trained. Idaho currently has the sixth highest

One person was hospitalized after being struck by a car in Rexburg around 8 a.m. Wednesday. The pedestrian, a female Brigham Young University-Idaho student, was walking north through a marked crosswalk at the intersection of Seventh South and Center Street.The driver was eastbound and did not see her due to the sun in his eyes.

Perfection is hard to achieve in any sport, but it’s hard to find a better way to describe Rugar Piva’s last two years of High School Wrestling. The Senior hasn’t lost since his Sophomore season and finishes his High School Wrestling career with an astounding 101-0 record.

“Celebrate Idaho State” is the spring event to bring the community into the university and show everyone what programs there are, what they do and how they can be a part of them. CommUniversity began four years ago by holding two events: this event in the spring and “Welcome Back Orange and Black” in the

The Idaho Falls Mayor’s Scholarship Fund awarded more scholarships than ever before Monday night. In its ninth year, the Mayor’s Scholarship Fund awarded 50 scholarships to area students. In 2013, 32 scholarships were awarded. The fund was started under former mayor Jared Fuhriman in 2006. For the first time, the torch has been handed to

The Idaho Falls District No. 91 school board voted Tuesday to discontinue its driving education program. The district said the cut is due to the lack of instructors and student enrollment. The school district had to to cancel its spring session, but decided that it was worth looking into terminating the entire program. District superintendent

On Tuesday students at BYU-Idaho participate in the event called Rexburg Unplug. The students want you to unplug from your headphones, sites like Facebook and Twitter, Netflix and video games. The organizer, Chris White, said he noticed people would go to class with their headphones on and not talk to anyone. BYU-Idaho student White and

For the first time in eight years, the Pocatello Police Department is relaunching its Citizen Police Academy once again. The department’s community services specialist Dianne Brush said this academy is the perfect way to allow community members to catch a glimpse into the life of a police officer, and vice versa. “It’s a good way

The Wienermobile had some winter trouble traveling through Idaho to Montana. The photo came from Kevin Call and was featured at the end of Steve Cannon’s weather forecast as the Spirit of Idaho. From there, Todd and Steve proceeded to knock the hot dog happening out of the ballpark with their comments. Enjoy.

A woman and two children from Bingham County who were missing Tuesday have been found. Family members had reported them missing. Authorities did not release further information.

Bonneville County deputies are investigating a car fire at CNS Auto Body on Iona Road. Firefighters were called to the the shop at around 3:20 a.m. Saturday to find a Suburban on fire. Two other vehicles parked next to it were also damaged. Sgt. Jeff Edwards said Tuesday that investigators found part of a drill

Many offices and workplaces were buzzing with March Madness Monday, as brackets and money exchanged hands, but did you ever wonder if those office pools are legal? At Beard St. Clair Gaffney, Attorney and avid basketball fan Jeff Brunson looked into it. “If you look up the gambling statute in Idaho, March Madness pools are

A 15 year old from Idaho Falls spearheaded the idea for a self-harm support group for teenagers. The mental health center Reach Beyond is helping get it started. The group will be run by teenagers and for teenagers, but a professional will be supervising the meetings. The goal is to help each other find recovery

Monday’s wild winds shut down parts of Interstate 15, swayed cars and toppled signs. The wind caused two semi trucks to topple in Twin Falls. Another semi in Bannock County landed on its right side. The winds also caused wind turbines to shut down. Truck driver Wesley Port said he is used to driving in

Imagine being dropped off in the middle of nowhere, without clothes, food or civilization to help keep your sanity intact. That’s exactly what happened to Jeff Zausch, 27, of Pocatello, when he showed-off his survival skills on the Discovery Channel’s hit television series “Naked and Afraid.” “It really is the most ultimate, extreme survival show

A vigorous cold front has swept through the region, leaving strong winds and a convergence zone snow event in the Snake River Plain and the Eastern Highlands. A convergence zone usually forms during a frontal passage over the region. The winds at different directions will push air together and create a slow moving storm that

It took Terry Holdbrooks four times of getting turned away from the U.S. Army recruiting office before he realized it was time to nix his blue hair, ear gauges plentiful enough to set-off any security screening miles away, and arms covered in tattoos. He said it was not only time to restore order in his

Below are races in eastern Idaho on the county, state and federal level. Only races that are contested in the primary or general election are posted here. The deadline to file to get on the ballot was March 14. The primary election will be held May 20, and the general election on Nov. 4. County

A section of Interstate 15 in Bonneville County that was closed due to blowing dust is now open. I-15 was closed between Idaho Falls and Roberts on Monday morning and early afternoon. Strong winds were sweeping into eastern Idaho on Monday, prompting high wind warnings and wind advisories for the region. The unsettled weather also

An Idaho Falls couple was arrested in connection to an attempted pharmacy burglary. Police said Oliver D. Jones, 29, tried to break into Mike’s Pharmacy on South Holmes in Idaho Falls around 1 a.m. Sunday and was seen in surveillance video. A Bonneville County deputy pulled over Jones and his wife, Niccole Jones, 27. Oliver

A Nebraska man is alive after his crop duster crash-landed in a Rigby field Sunday morning. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said 22-year-old Rhys Wilson, of Cozad, Nebraska, attempted to make an emergency landing in a field near 4000 East and 200 North around 10:45 a.m. The crop duster flipped on its top before coming

The 2014 Snowmobile Expo wrapped up in West Yellowstone Sunday. During the three-day event, snowmobile manufacturers from across the country unveiled their 2015 lines for the first time in the Intermountain West. As hoped for, the expo helped inject life into the local economy. “You can see there’s just loads of people everywhere. You know,

A Roberts man died Saturday afternoon after being hit by an SUV while walking along highway 48. Allen Clayton, 65, of Roberts, was walking eastbound on the paved portion of the westbound lane of State Highway 48when he was struck by aChevrolet Suburban. The driver in the SUV tried to swerve to miss Clayton and

It’s not just in the movies you can see brave knights and soldiers competing for a royal title. Blackfoot had a little taste of the Renaissance Saturday. It was like stepping back in time hundreds of years. Brave knights fighting for the honor to defend the Baroness while onlookers feasted on handmade foods, wearing clothes

Many people are scrambling to sign up for health insurance before the March 31 deadline. More than 150 people headed to a Your Health Idaho sign-up event at EITC Saturday to get help signing up and get their questions answered. With the help of an in-person assister, Leon Larson was able to find health insurance

The deadline to enroll in health insurance through the Affordable Care Act is March 31. Choosing not to buy coverage will result in fines, fees and penalties under what is called the Individual Mandate. Like selecting coverage, the Individual Mandate will affect each person differently based on income level and household size. If applicants enroll

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The event is held to encourage young girls to pursue a future in Science. Eighth grade girls from several eastern Idaho schools attended the event. They were able to do science experiments to learn about the Snake River Aquifer and the wonders of physics and chemistry. The girls were able to hear from women who

The new city council got a crash course in the Idaho Falls Power utility Friday. They held a special training session that will take place every week over the next couple of months. Council members were briefed on last years utilities financial report, Power forecasts and an overview of the North Loop Project. “It’s just

The city of Blackfoot has passed an ordinance that will prohibit smoking at parks, except for designated areas. The City Council made its decision March 4, 2014. The city has only designated smoking areas in the parking lots of Jenson’s Grove, Veteran’s Memorial Park, the baseball complex and the soccer complex. Every other park is

The IdahoLegislature sends a revised bill to Gov. Butch Otter, clearing up language and modernizing ski and snowboard laws in Idaho. So what does this do for those who live for the fresh winter powder? “They can still be up here enjoying a beautiful day on the slope,” said Mary Reichman, general manager of the

A suspect in a California bank robbery was arrested at Idaho State University Friday morning. Around 5:30 a.m., Pocatello police arrested Michael C. Callender, 23, on a warrant in connection to a bank robbery in Los Angeles last year. Local authorities were working with the FBI and the Los Angeles Police Department. During the arrest,

Idaho Falls police say your home may not be as secure as you think and could be an easy target for burglars. Scott McKinley with BMC West, a construction supply company, said there are many things homeowners can do to make their homes more secure. You can start by checking your door locks and deadbolts.

Friday students at Hillcrest High School staged a crash in the school’s parking lot to illustrate the dangers of texting and driving. Student actors wore make-up complete with fake flood. Agencies including the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and Ammon Fire Department participated. “It was really graphic detail. All the blood, and all the — the

An Idaho Falls woman was arrested on a warrant for two counts of felony forgery Thursday. Idaho police said Friday that Stacey R. Harrison, 33, filed “forged and false documents” with the Idaho Housing and Finance Association to get more than $5,900 for daycare over the past two years. The investigation began in August 2013.

The Idaho Falls City Council unanimously passed a motion Thursday, to authorize the Parks and Recreation department to enter into a $6,000 agreement with the U.S Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services to manage the population of Canada geese and water fowl along the greenbelt. The funding would implement an Integrated Pest Management Program addressing the

While still controversial, guns will be allowed on campus now that Gov. Butch Otter has signed the “Guns on Campus” bill into law. Now, Idaho State University is scrambling to figure out how it will comply with the law. The first concern the university brought into light was their nuclear research and how it may

It’s the season for those high school spring musicals, where we often find our talented United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award winners. This week’s winner is Snake River High School senior Jacob Seamons. Jacob plays the leading role of Adam in Snake River High School’s production of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” Landing the

The historic Roger’s Building in Idaho Falls is embarking on the next chapter of its multi-layered history. An organization called Roger’s Building Small Business Development is transforming the second floor of the one-time hotel into affordable office space for small businesses. When it was built in 1937, the Roger’s was considered the grandest hotel in

Not having homework seems like every kid’s dream, and now some teachers are agreeing. When it comes to sixth grade math, Alameda Middle School teacher Joanne Huber knows the formula for a class full of happy students…with empty homework binders. “Gone are the days where they will see ‘one-fourth plus one-half’ – it will be

Schools across eastern Idaho are preparing for the Department of Energy’s Science Bowl Friday and Saturday. The Idaho National Laboratory hosts the Bowl every year to encourage students to get excited about science and math. The Bowl’s director, Steve Zollinger, said this is a good event for students who prefer the sciences over traditional sports.

The Victor City Council took public opinion and discussed the adjustment of two city alcohol ordinances at two of its city parks. The proposed repeal of Title 3-2A and Title 3-2B would mean that permits for the sale of alcohol in Victor City Park and Pioneer Park would be easier attained for events. Right now,

Some county commissioners say they are feeling the impacts of the Affordable Care Act, because the state isn’t accepting Medicaid expansion. it may be trouble for local hospitals. On Wednesday, representatives from the Portneuf Medical Center approached the Bannock County Commissioners to seek reimbursements from medical bills that have been piling up from people seeking

Voting along political lines is always a source of debate. Some people vote all the way Republican, others Democratic, others vote based on each candidate, and others just get so frustrated with the whole thing they don’t vote at all. But the Bannock County Republican and Democrat chairmen say whether you affiliate with one party

Members of the Idaho Falls community conducted an “Add the Words” protest on the Broadway Bridge on Wednesday. About 40 people gathered around noon and at 12:04 p.m. they were seen holding one hand over their mouths facing to the west. Protest organizer Elizabeth Cogliati said they faced to the west to symbolize their support

Students, staff and visitors will be cleared to bring concealed guns onto Idaho’s college and university campuses. Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter signed the bill into law Wednesday. It allows retired law enforcement and concealed-carry permit holders bring guns into classrooms and anywhere else on campus – except dormitories and stadiums. The proposal drew heated criticism

On Tuesday’s election day, slightly less than $209 million in school bonds and levies were approved statewide. However, two that failed were Bonneville School District 93’s $92 million bond and Madison School District’s $2.5 million plant facility levy. District 93 administrators said they were happy to see the biggest voter turnout ever for a school

The Idaho Attorney General’s Office and AARP said the number of scams is on the rise in the Gem State. They found that senior citizens are the main target for scammers, so tonight they are hosting a town hall meeting AARP members can attend by calling in. Attorney General Lawrence Wasden will discuss ways to

Bonneville Joint School District 93’s bond failed Tuesday night, with only 44.54% in favor. The $92 million bond included a new high school, middle school and district improvements. For the bond to pass, the district needed 66 2/3 percent of patrons to vote in favor. In 24 precincts, 2,719 voted in favor and 3,578 voted

The Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership is still helping low income people with energy bills. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps eligible people pay for one energy bill per year. The program is usually available from Nov. 1 through March 31; however, due to a drained benefit pool the past two years, it

Your property taxes could be affected with a modification to House Bill No. 594, also known as the Homestead Act. The act is meant to give homeowners a break on their property taxes. Property tax exemptions first began in 1980 at a base amount of $10,000. In 1982 the Legislature voted to up that amount

Here are the unofficial results from bond and levy elections in eastern Idaho on Tuesday. Some votes, such as those from a county with a small amount of voters in a school district, may not be counted in these results. District 93 (Bonneville): $92 million GO bond FAILS 3578-2719 District 321 (Madison): $2.5 million plant

Recreation is a big part of Island Park’s economy. On Tuesday, the Henry’s Fork Watershed Council held an all-day meeting to hear presentations on winter recreation. Speakers represented organizations like Fremont Count Parks and Recreation, Idaho State Snowmobile Association, Idaho Fish and Game, and local Chambers of Commerce. While the meeting was not intended to

The small-business management team at Madison High School will be representing the Gem State in a national competition in Indianapolis. Four students make up the team. On Thursday, the team placed first in the state competition in Boise. They were able to beat competitors by having the best mock-up of a small business and being

Good news for whitewater enthusiasts. Idaho snowpack levels are above normal, and local experts say people should have a lot to do on rivers this summer. While Idaho is famous for its potatoes, it is also famous for its whitewater rapids.Nationally hailed as the whitewater state, Idaho has more than 3,000 miles of rapids.Local water

The Idaho Shakespeare Festival’s Idaho Theater for Youth tour is in eastern Idaho this week. Every spring, the group tours a show to elementary schools all over the state. This year’s play was also co-written by three Idahoans, two of whom also star in the play. Playwrights and actors Chad Shohet and Noah Moody said

Mountain View Middle School in Blackfoot is competing against other schools across the nation to showcase its learning techniques. The students and staff decided their ESL program was a great example of 21st century teaching skills. Instead of a traditional ESL classroom full of only ESL students, the school’s ESL specialist, Kendra Cox, worked to

Bonneville School District 93 parents were told their child’s lunch balance was overdrawn Monday night. The district’s food services was set to send out its first message using PowerSchool, a Web-based information system for schools. It can be used for things like classes, grades and lunch balances. But an error caused every parent to get

Standing before a district court on Monday, Kevin Toane plead not guilty to both counts he has been charged with after he was shot during a late-night chase involving one Bannock County Sheriff’s deputy. Toane, 33, is charged with eluding a police officer in a motor vehicle as well as assault and battery with an

On Tuesday, voters from five districts will decide on bonds and levies. 1. Bonneville School District 93 -$92 Million Bond -30 years -New high school, middle school, and district improvements http://www.d93schools.org/pages/Bonneville/Community/Facilities_Plan 2. Madison School District 321 -$2.5 Million Plant Facility Levy -10 Years -Maintenance, Security, Technology https://d321.k12.id.us/apex/f?p=103:NEWS:::::P3_NEWS_ID:1706 3. Firth School District 59 – $230,000 Supplemental

The town of Jackson kicked off its centennial celebration with a party Monday night. Community members, business owners and city leaders all packed the historic Wort Hotel to learn more about what’s in-store for the 100-year anniversary, and to share ideas. Mayor Mark Barron is in his sixth term with the town of Jackson. “I’m

Retirement readiness is grim in every state in the country. That’s according to a new report presented in Washington, D.C by the National Institute on Retirement Security. Experts say this is yet another wake up call for Americans to take ownership of their future. President Barack Obama t put together a plan called the My

Sandbags are being handed out to people throughout Teton County, Wyo., for minor flooding. Minor flooding peaked Friday and Saturday, but Rich Ochs, Teton County Emergency Management coordinator, said some residents are still stopping by for help. He said there’s several factors contributing to the flooding. “Rising temperatures, but rain on snow,” said Ochs. “Just

In recognition of National Nutrition Month Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center is devoting a segment from its Healthy Living series to healthy meals and snacks. Dietitian Megan Donnelly will talk about the importance of portion control and eating healthier whole foods. “The big thing is just portion sizes, planning ahead, and trying to eat more

Today kicks-off the statewide observance of Groundwater Protection Week, and the city of Pocatello is using this as an opportunity to teach the community how to keep its water supply healthy. The city’s Water Department Pre-Treatment Technician Mikel Driever said water engineers have been busy keeping pollution out of the city’s water supply, treating about

The 4th Annual Gate City Brewfest officially wrapped up around 6 p.m. Saturday, but the party went on well into the night. Thousands of folks in Pocatello turned out to local bars and restaurants to partake. There were over 30 different brewers at 15 locations, with buses on hand to shuttle people to all of

A new dog grooming salon called Splash will have its grand opening Saturday, March 8. Splash is a self-serve pet spa that utilizes waist-high bathing tubs. They provide everything from shampoo to towels for one flat price. The salon prides itself on American-made merchandise. Owner Trina Dixon said she loves her new location in downtown

Law enforcement and bus drivers are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. Idaho Falls Police Department Traffic Officer, Michael Cosens, saidat least one driver a day passes a school bus illegally. But he said he isn’t the one who writes the citation. “They actually sign the citation, and present that citation

Ten years ago, Mark and Melissa Nelson lost their son, Andrew, to neuroblastoma, a rare type of childhood cancer. On Saturday they decided to remember Andrew by holding a St. Baldrick’s FUNraiser at the Sandpiper restaurant in Pocatello. “It’s a credit for the place that we live that people want to be involved and do

Whether or not you like it, daylight saving time has pushed the clock forward an hour. Local firefighters say it’s also a good time to make sure smoke detectors are in working order. “A smoke detector can literally mean the difference between life and death,” said Idaho Falls Fire Department Capt. Cody Anderson. “When a

A local group is concerned there are not enough women behind the controls of our nation’s planes, and they’re doing something about it. EAA Chapter 407 President Natalie Bergevin said it starts by getting more girls interested in flying at an early age. Bergevin’s group took dozens of girls on free flights over Idaho Falls

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A sixteen year old Idaho Falls teen is one of nine people in the country to participate in a new National Institutes of Health clinical trial for a very rare genetic disease. The disease called Niemann-Pick Type C only affects 500 people worldwide. It is a genetic disease, so the parents have to carry the

Whooping cough is making a return in eastern Idaho. There are two confirmed cases of the bacterial disease also known as pertussis at BYU-Idaho in Rexburg. Health officials at the Eastern Idaho Public Health District said whooping cough can be very serious. It can sometimes lead to death among infants, children and adults. It is

Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad and Chubbuck Mayor Kevin England spoke at the Chamber of Commerce Friday to talk about taking action to make the communities better. The mayors and business leaders discussed working together to get businesses into the area, and had words of advice to give to anyone who wants to improve the area.

Two suspects from eastern Idaho were hospitalized after being shot by police in Medford, Ore. Wayne Pearson and Shavon Willard were wanted after in an incident involving a stolen pickup in Jefferson County in which Pearson allegedly rammed a deputy’s patrol car on Feb. 27. They were also wanted for crimes in Bonneville and Madison

Regional airlines and regional airports are feeling the biggest impact from a nationwide pilot shortage. The Regional Airline Association has issued a call to action for congress and the Federal Aviation Administration to fix it. On average, it costs about $100,000 for a pilot to get certified, and once they do, there stepping into entry

Eighteen outstanding young people from Bonneville county were honored Thursday night. The Extra Mile Youth Awards are put on each year by the Bonneville Youth Development Council. Members of the community nominate students they have observed going the extra mile in serving others. From volunteering at the hospital or zoo, to organizing food drives, to

A Pocatello man is $50,000 richer after winning the last top prize on the Scratch GameTM Fantasy Blackjack on Thursday. Brian Williams bought the ticket at the Maverik on Alameda in Pocatello. The store will get a bonus of $5,000 from the Idaho Lottery. Also on Thursday, in Bellevue, Sonia Landeros of Hailey won $100,000

Western Wyoming was preparing for flooding Friday. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for south-central Teton County due to recent rain and snowmelt. “While we have received several reports of minor flooding, we haven’t received any reports of creek or river flooding at this time,” said Teton County Emergency Management Coordinator Rich Ochs

Two Idaho Falls men were arrested on warrants Thursday on charges of aggravated battery after allegedly attacking a man at the Peppertree Lounge in January. Police said Amando Ruiz, 23, and Edgar G. Barrientos-Ruiz, 24, assaulted a 36-year-old man “with fists, feet and beer bottles” Jan. 24. The victim was taken by taxi to Eastern

Skyview’s plan to keep Bonneville from having the basketball failed as the Bee’s come away from day 1 victorious.

ISU Women’s Basketball uses a big 2nd Half From beyond the arc to proplel them to their 11th straight Big Sky Tournament. The Men Fall short on the road at Eastern Washington eliminating them from making the conference tournament.

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Sugar–Salem High School senior –Jana Cherrington — is respected by students and teacher alike. “A master at helping those around her succeed and enjoy education,” is how guidance counselor –Fred Woolley –describes the United Dairymen of Idaho Distinguished Student Award winner. Jana is passionate about playing the piano. “You can put a lot of emotion

Special needs student from all over Idaho received life-long skills at the Tools for Life Conference Thursday.The conference offers a full guide to resources that can help students throughout life after high school. Katrina Eggleston attended her first conference three years ago and said she has been hooked ever since. “When I was younger I

Idaho has one of the highest marriage rates in the nation, but also has one of the highest divorce rates. According to federal data, the Gem State ranks fifth in the nation for divorces. In 2011, there were 4.9 divorces in Idaho for every 1,000 people – more than double Iowa’s divorce rate and well

A train hit a pickup in Blackfoot on Thursday afternoon. Idaho State Police said Anthony Pfannschmidt, 26, of Blackfoot, of southbound on 100 West near U.S. 91 in a 1999 Dodge Dakota pickup. He stopped at a railroad crossing due to the activated red lights around 1:30 p.m. After stopping, ISP said, Pfannschmidt felt like

South Park Loop Road reopened Thursday after being closed due to the danger of falling rocks. The closure had applied to vehicles as well as pedestrians. As the ground thaws, rocks can loosen and fall. The Jackson Police Department had shut down the road from Gregory Lane to Middle School Road after a large rock

Teton Pass is reopen after being closed Thursday morning. The Wyoming Department of Transportation had closed the pass on State Highway 22 due to weather conditions.

An Idaho Falls man was arrested after allegedly attacking a police officer during a routine traffic stop early Wednesday morning. Glenn E. Campbell, 24, was driving a pickup on the 2400 block of South Yellowstone around 1:30 a.m. when an Idaho Falls police officer pulled him over. During the stop, Campbell became combative, swung his

Idaho Falls police said two teenagers are responsible for burglarizing the state liquor store on First Street early Monday morning. The boys, 15 and 17 years old, respectively, are connected to the break-in around 2 a.m. Liquor was stolen from the store. The Idaho Falls teens were referred to juvenile court on Wednesday.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, so doctors are reminding those at risk to get a colonoscopy. According to the Centers for Disease Control, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. The CDC also says if everyone 50 and older was screened regularly, 60 percent of colon cancer

It was that light-bulb kind of idea that went off when Historic Preservation Commission liaison Terri Neu saw the sign. “Neon signs really tell about a history of the area and what businesses were located here,” Neu said. Before the Relight the Night committee took-on the gargantuan task of refurbishing the old Chief Theater sign,

The law went into effect Feb 28. Sgt. Karl Casperson on the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office explained that this law isn’t about sweeping abuse under the rug. “You know we already have a law for trespassing, this just makes it a little more specific to those operations,” said Casperson. “This is Fourth Amendment stuff here,

On Monday, Idaho’s Joint Finance Appopriations Committee approved a 5.1 percent increase in the public education budget. According to the state Department of Education, that budget includes teacher compensation, discretionary funding, professional development, classroom technology, school safety, and curriculum. Shelley School District superintendent Dr. Bryan Jolley said he was glad to see an increase. However,

A missing autistic teen has been found, the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday evening. Nathaniel Foster, 14, is OK, authorities said. They did not give details on how he was found. “The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the community for your assistance in this matter,” according to a news release. Foster

Kristin Thomas is recovering from a kidney transplant that she said she spent two years wondering if she would ever receive. “With every other day that passed, it just seemed like I was getting discouraged, that it was never going to happen, and I was never going to be able to be a normal 26-year-old,”

After a decade of collecting dust, the Idaho National Laboratory can continue with its Transient Reactor Test Facility (TREAT). The U.S. Department of Energy finalized its environmental assessment that determined that transient testing of nuclear fuels and materials does not have any significant impact on the environment. The department’s director of public affairs, Tim Jackson,