Month: December 2014

BOYS BASKETBALL*Sugar-Salem 55Firth 36 F *Highland 64Bonneville 58 F *Twin Falls 53Century 48 F *Rigby 65Idaho Falls 46 F Blackfoot 21*Madison 70 F *Hillcrest 66Shelley 60 F *Pocatello 56Burley 51 F Aberdeen 58*Wendell 72 F Raft River 43*Rockland 51 F GIRLS BASKETBALL*Ririe 55North Fremont 34 F North Gem 16*West Side 54 F

Representatives for T-Mobile came to Chubbuck Wednesday night to make the case for a controversial cell tower to be built on the grounds of Chubbuck Elementary. But after hours of debate, Chubbuck City Council denied T-Mobile’s application. Chubbuck’s Public Land Use Commission had previously granted T-Mobile a conditional permit for the 80-foot tower provided it

Pocatello physician Dr. Fahim Rahim will host a candlelight vigil Thursday evening in the wake of a Taliban massacre in his hometown of Peshawar, Pakistan this week. Dr. Rahim and his brother Naeem were born and raised in Peshawar, Pakistan where 148 people, most of them young children, were killed. The Rahims still have family

Freddy’s frozen custard and steakburger chain is holding a hiring event Thursday, Dec. 18, at the Idaho Department of Labor’s Idaho Falls office. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the local Department of Labor office, 1515 E. Lincoln Road. The Kansas-based company is looking for supervisors at $9 to $10 an

After a Fremont County jury found a Newdale man guilty of illegally killing a grizzly bear, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game said the state is ready and able to manage grizzly bears. It is the first state court case since the grizzly was listed as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act

An Idaho woman received a Christmas letter from her imprisoned husband in Iran.Pastor Saeed Abedini is two-years into his eight-year sentence. He is charged with “undermining the national security of Iran because of Christian gatherings.” He wrote a Christmas letter to his family and supporters. It reads in part,“Merry Christmas! These days are very cold

What could be an historic move for the United States to open trade between Cuba could impact Idahoans, at least when it comes to sugar beet exports. While sugar cane is one of Cuba’s biggest products, a lot of folks don’t realize sugar beets are one of Idaho’s largest exports. In fact, according to ISDA

A petition calling for the recall of Jefferson County Prosecutor Robin Dunn has been certified. County Clerk Christine Boulter found the required number of certified signatures had been submitted. Under Idaho law, Dunn has five business days to resign. If he does not resign, a special election will be ordered by the county clerk. Boulter

The Bridger-Teton National Forest is seeking public comment on the proposed expansion of facilities at Snow King Mountain Resort. The resort wants permission to replace, extend and realign the existing Rafferty Lift and to construct two new intermediate ski trails. The Jackson Ranger District said the bottom terminal of the lift would be located on

A Moxee, Washington man was killed at around 6:32 a.m. Wednesday in a one vehicle crash on Interstate 86. Idaho State Police identified the victim was Sean C. Byers, 23. According to reports, Byers was driving westbound near milepost 55, near the Pocatello Airport in Power County, when his 2002 Ford Ranger went off the

BOYS BASKETBALL*West Jefferson 60South Fremont 43 F *Snake River 45Kimberly 35 F *Buhl 72American Falls 41 F *Firth 60Teton 58 F * Aberdeen 87Ririe 57 F Shoshone 49*Carey 57 F GIRLS BASKETBALL*Highland 45 Bonneville 34 F Blackfoot 13*Century 53 F Skyline 47*Madison 66 F Rigby 49*Preston 52 F *Hillcrest 55Idaho Falls 33 F *South Fremont

After much debate, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 board voted 4-to-1 to ask voters for a $9.25 million supplemental levy Tuesday night. The district said the extra money is needed for operating expenses, which aren’t covered with the earmarked funds provided by the state. “Our money that comes from the state is obligated money with

The Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls is starting to come together. The walls are framed and the roof is on the nonprofit’s future site. Tuesday donors had a chance to take a look at the progress before it opens in the spring. At full capacity, the shelter will be able to house 72

Local law enforcement and Union Pacific teamed up Tuesday in an effort to educate people on railway safety for an event called Officer on a Train. The point is to prevent crashes like the deadly one last week in Shelley. Writing tickets isn’t the goal of the operation. “It’s about educating the public. In my

No matter where you are, gas prices are all over the place. GasBuddy.com surveyed 100,000 people to ask what folks are planning to do with any money saved at the pump. 83 percent said they’re going to save the money or use it to pay bills, while just 14 percent said they’re going to spend

While Monday was the busiest day of the year for post offices across Idaho, these upcoming days leading up to Christmas are usually busy for thieves looking to ruin your holiday spirit. The Pocatello Police Department said, although the local community doesn’t see a high rate of package thieves, it doesn’t mean to forget using

The mathletes of southeast Idaho are coming-up short on numbers, but that’s just because they are still looking for funding in order to host this year’s 32nd annual Southeast Idaho Mathletes Competition. The MATHCOUNTS program helps encourage kids across southeast Idaho to further their math skills, and each year’s competition is funded purely from donations

An Idaho Falls man was arrested just after midnight Tuesday morning at a Loveland, Colorado hotel on a warrant for first degree arson. The Bonneville County sheriff’s office said Melvin J. Savage, 40, was suspected of starting a fire at a home in the 4000 block of Cambria Drive in Idaho Falls at 1:26 a.m.

A Bonneville High School graduate will soon be reunited with a class ring he lost 800 miles away almost five decades ago. Hans Deede thought his class ring was long gone after losing it in New Mexico, but through social media and the kindness of one man that ring will be returned 46 years later.

Police are looking for two suspects who robbed the Maverik convenience store at 2625 W. Broadway at knife point at around 4:02 a.m. Tuesday. Idaho Falls Police said the first suspect is believed to be a white male in his early 20’s and approximately 5′ 2″ to 5’4″ tall. He was wearing a light blue,

A Pocatello man is charged with aggravated battery after another man was struck in the head with a metal baseball bat, according to Pocatello Police. Allon Jenkins, 45, was arrested shortly after the disturbance was reported at 729 W. Center at around 11:21 p.m. Monday. A 42-year-old man was transported to Portneuf Medical Center with

The Idaho Department of Labor is hoping to answer a question many of you would like to know:which jobs will be high-paying in the next ten years? The department is predicting pharmacists, registered nurses and physicians will be high-paying and fast-growing,but there are some industries on the list that may surprise you. “We are also

Pocatello police and animal services are investigating after three cows were discovered missing from a Pocatello meat-packing plant Sunday. It’s the same plant from which a cow escaped Friday. A co-owner of Anderson Custom Plant told Local News 8 one of the missing cows was recaptured Monday, but the other two were still missing as

Sandcreek Middle School in Ammon is representing Idaho in the Samsung ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ competition. This is the second year in a row Sandcreek has been chosen. Their entry was picked for its approach in advancing the S.T.E.M. subjects, which are science, technology, engineering and math. The school has already won $20,000 for being chosen

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but more trees can cut some costs. A recent study by the Idaho Department of Lands shows trees provide $900,000 in ecosystem benefits to cities in Eastern Idaho. One thing trees do is help filter run off in the city storm sewer. That makes water treatment cost less for the

The Portneuf Health Care Foundation donated nearly $10,000 to one local organization that helps families in need. The Bannock Youth Foundation’s “Baby Steps” program won the $9,600 grant on Monday after applying for the award this past spring. The program helps provide free resources and services to expectant mothers and new families. Program director Heather

If you happened to hit the post office on Monday, you might have encountered some unusually long lines. That’s because today is expected to be the busiest day of the year for post offices across the state. “We are going to have over a million cards, letters, and packages in Idaho just today,” Pocatello USPS

Bonneville County and Idaho officials officially opened the state’s first Behavioral Health Crisis Center Monday. “I think it’s going to be a real asset for our local community, but also for this whole upper valley and this side of the state,” said Bonneville County Commissioner Roger Christensen. The 24-hour outpatient clinic will help people struggling

A Fremont County jury has found a Newdale man guilty of illegally killing a grizzly bear. It is the first state court case since the grizzly was listed as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act in 1975. Kenneth Tyler Sommers, 23, claimed he and his wife were hunting for black bears near the

Ammon will honor a recently deceased former mayor Wednesday. According to a proclamation from current Mayor Dana Kirkham, Wednesday will be Mel Richardson Day. Kirkham said this is in “recognition of his devoted, diligent, kind and loving service to the residents of the City of Ammon.” Richardson, who died Thursday, served on the City Council

A man was arrested after he used a knife to threaten another man who told him to use the crosswalk, Idaho Falls police said. On Sunday around 10 p.m. a 32-year-old man flagged down police to report that a man had threatened him with a knife. The victim said that while driving west on F

The deadline for getting health insurance through Your Health Idaho starting in 2015 has been extended. If you want to be insured by Jan. 1, you now have until 11:59 p.m. Dec. 20 to do so. This five-day extension from the state-run insurance exchange comes so “all Idahoans who want health insurance have the opportunity

Pocatello police have arrested a man on suspicion of possession of child pornography and video voyeurism. Randal Matthew Peck, 30, was arrested shortly after 1 a.m. Monday. According to police, an informant said Peck was inappropriately video recording a juvenile with a cell phone camera. The juvenile was an acquaintance of the man. When police

ISU Quarterback Justin Arias will find out if he will become the first Idaho State Bengal to win the FCS’ most prestigious award.

The season is over, but Sunday All State honors were handed out for local football players.

Firefighters responded to trailer home fire on North 31st East just before noon Sunday. Division Chief Dave Coffey said a mom and her three sons were in the trailer home at the time of the fire. “Fortunately, we don’t see a lot of this. It’s really sad, especially this time of year. The whole trailer

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Idaho employees and contractors are donated time, money, food and gifts Saturday. Employees sponsored 64 families in Eastern Idhao, including more 215 children from Arco, Mackay, Howe, Roberts, Pocatello, Rigby, Ririe, Menan, Idaho Falls, Blackfoot and Shelley. “We’ve got families this year with little babies that are sleeping on the

**There are more scores on the second page. BOYS H.S. BASKETBALL*Madison 48Clearfield, U T 35 Twin Falls 41*Highland 47 *Skyline 73Syracuse, UT 60 F/OT Preston 53*Logan, UT 69 *Soda Springs 52South Fremont 42 Marsh Valley 54*Sugar-Salem 59 Snake River 48*Bear Lake 57 *Dietrich 89Ambrose 87 F/OT *Oakley 48Carey 37 Declo 38*Filer 42 Castleford 48*Hagerman 70

Six years after the recession, there are new signs that the economy is rebounding. Next year, employers will pay fewer taxes for unemployment insurance as more people find work. The unemployment insurance tax is set to decrease an average of 16.8 percent beginning in 2015. “It’s a significant decrease,” said Dan Cravens, a regional economist

A cow was shot and killed after leading police on a chase through northern Pocatello Friday afternoon. Around 12:40 p.m., police got a call about a “very agitated heifer” that had escaped from a local meat-processing plant. Police and animal services chased the 1,000-pound cow up Hawthorne Road, down Quinn and through OK Ward Park.

An Idaho Falls man was arrested on a charge of felony manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance in the presence of children after police discovered a marijuana-growing operation in his house. Police were at the house of Leroy Aeschbacher III, 31, on the 1800 block of East 16th Street, to serve a felony warrant Thursday afternoon.

Usually those with Toys for Tots are the ones helping people out, but now the charity is asking for help. “I don’t want to say ‘begging’ but we can’t give out what we don’t have,” said Dan Suciu, Toys for Tots coordinator. According to organizers, people have been very generous, but the program still needs

Despite the unseasonably warm temperatures, business is booming at Idaho Mountain Trading. The store has seen an increase in sales lately. Sales manager Cindy Croft Napier said numbers are up by almost 20 percent. “Even though the weather is unseasonably warm it doesn’t seem to be affecting the excitement for getting up on the mountain

Seventy eastern Idaho farmers, bankers, and educators met on Thursday to forecast how next year will pan out agriculturally. “Nobody can predict the future, but those who can see where the future is first are going to potentially benefit there’s a lot of trying to predict what we think is going to happen next year

If you go to a basketball game at Firth High School you may see Kylee Bolinder sing the national anthem and play in the girls basketball game. That’s how it is a smaller schools. “I think sports has been the funnest part,” Bolinder said. “That’s where I’ve made my main memories with all my friends.

A man was found guilty of sexual abuse charges in Bingham County this week. On Wednesday, a jury convicted Jose Luis Lopez Sanchez, 42, on five counts of lewd and lascivious conduct with a child under 16 and two counts of sexual abuse of a child under 16, Bingham County Prosecutor Cleve Colson announced Friday.

Many Bonneville County residents along 49th street attended the county’s Planning and Zoning meeting. Commission members considered an application from Rancho Coachella Properties, LP , to rezone three parcels, including 171-acres along W. 49th South St. and Interstate-15, from agriculture-1 to commercial-2 zones. After residents gave public input and about the impact of commercial use,

To some, it’s a much-needed source of revenue. To others, it’s an outdated business killer. Now the state’s personal property tax — often referred to as the business equipment tax — is back in the spotlight as some renew calls for it to be abolished. The tax is levied on all property owned by businesses

The Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is happening from 8 a.m. Dec. 10 until 11:59 p.m. Dec. 31. Nonprofit housing organizations statewide are asking for your donation to help fight homelessness. NeighborWorks Pocatello was earned the top amount of dollars for the entire state in 2013. That gave them a total of $37,000 to use

A recent Shelley High School graduate is being mourned after he was killed in a truck-train collision Wednesday. Jonathon Adamson died at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Wednesday night. His Chevy pickup was hit by a train north of Shelley just after 10 a.m. at a railroad crossing, Idaho State Police said. A long-time family

For the first time, ever, southeast Idaho will be implementing a large-scale solar panel field which will help generate revenue for the community. The 120-acre field is set to move in and be up and running to the Pocatello Regional Airport by the end of next December, where it will be situated just north of

An SUV crashed into the Panda Express building in Ammon on Thursday morning. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said four people were in the vehicle and sustained minor injuries when the vehicle hit Panda Express around 2:15 a.m. The building’s outer wall was damaged. The driver said he passed out until the SUV hit the

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Your Health Idaho held a free insurance enrollment open house in Rexburg on Wednesday. Local agents and brokers helped people choose their health insurance plans through the state-run exchange. It also gave people a chance to talk to experts about their insurance needs. The program has seen a lot of people continuing their coverage from

A Rexburg group is taking in gifts for the Haven in Idaho Falls. The program is called Gifts of Grace. Green gift donation boxes are located throughout Rexburg. The group will be accepting gifts up to Wednesday. Founder Tyler Schaub said he got the idea for Gifts of Grace from an act of kindness he

The Bonneville School Board decided unanimously Wednesday night to recommend the building of a new high school, to deal with overcrowding in the district. Before putting a bond measure before voters in March, the district will ask for public input on how much people are willing to pay. A bond amount will be decided at

A Fort Hall woman pleaded guilty Wednesday in U.S. District Court to assaulting a federal officer. On Feb. 18, a caller told Fort Hall police shots had been fired by people dressed in black who were running from the area. When the responding officer arrived, he saw a person in a black coat. He tried

The driver of a pickup died Wednesday after his vehicle was hit by a train north of Shelley just after 10:00 a.m. A house supervisor at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center confirmed Wednesday night, Jonathon Adamson died due to injuries suffered in the crash. Adamson was struck by a freight train when he attempted to

The woman accused of murdering a Tyhee man back in May is now out of custody. Josephine Theboy, 22, was in court this week for her preliminary hearing, but charges against her were dismissed when the judge ruled there wasn’t enough evidence to convict her. Theboy was charged with one count of murder in the

A legally blind Idaho Falls man hopes a special hunt he experienced in Wyoming will someday be available in Idaho. In November, Lynn Kneip participated in Wyoming Disabled Hunters program on private land just outside of Cody. The group offers help for hunters in wheelchairs and even equipment for blind hunters, like Kneip. “They have

BOYS BASKETBALLMarsh Valley 61*South Fremont 65 F *Firth 57West Side 48 F *Ririe 65Clark Coumty 41 F GIRLS BASKETBALL*Madison 47Bonneville 43 F Skyline 35*Hillcrest 73 F *Century 43Rigby 26 F Pocatello 33Highland 61* F *Idaho Falls 57 Blackfoot 30 F Teton 37*Snake River 39 F Shelley 35,*Firth 44 F Salmon 51*Chaliis 67 F *Ririe 52Malad

A Chubbuck family hopes to adopt and bring home a two-year-old Ugandan girl in time for the holidays — but they’re facing some major setbacks. Josh and Jennifer Robinson first met the girl named Grace two years ago while visiting Uganda for humanitarian work. When Grace’s mother died earlier this year, her father asked the

A former Snake River School District teacher filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the district. In the lawsuit filed in federal district court, Elaine Asmus and the Idaho Education Association say her job loss after 28 years in District 52 is because of due process violations. Asmus was charged with harassment, intimidation, and bullying after she

Marshall Public Library patrons know the library is closed for inventory, but what does that entail? Associate Director Trina Bonman said this inventory hasn’t been done for 10 years. She said the process involves taking all material the library possesses – about 300,000 books, magazines and resources – and scanning them into the system. She

The Pocatello POW/MIA is holding the 9th annual POW/MIA Bikers for Blood community blood drive at the AmeriTel Inn’s Pebble Creek room Thursday, Dec. 11 from 1 to 7 p.m. “It’s just a great way to give back to our community and, this time of year, to give the gift of life,” said Jennifer Bowen,

A barking dog gave an Idaho Falls man enough time to escape a fire without serious injury Wednesday morning. The Idaho Falls Fire Department said it was called to a chimney fire in a 1980 single-wide trailer at 6282 S. 35 West around 6 a.m. The fire extended into the ceiling. Three engines, a rescue

An employee of the Idaho Falls Shopko stole around $1,450 from her employer, police said. Deanna Foster, 45, of Idaho Falls, was arrested on suspicion of grand theft on Monday afternoon. Shopko management said she had stolen the money over time — between Nov. 1 and Dec. 4. Foster was booked into the Bonneville County

The Palisades District of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest is investigating vandalism at the Spring Creek Boat Ramp. The damages appeared to be isolated to that area and to other signs farther up the road Wednesday. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Palisades District Ranger’s Office at (208) 523-1412.

A man pleaded guilty to attempted murder in the first degree Tuesday in Fremont County in a plot that targeted a woman’s stepfather. Jermain Wiley, 21, of Bakersfield, Calif., shot Eric Norlen, of Driggs, in the shoulder and in the back of his head in April. Prosecutor Karl Lewies said Wiley pleaded guilty as part

BOYS BASKETBALL*Madison 73Blackfoot 30 F Idaho Falls 50*Century 57 F *Highland 54Pocatello 34 F Shelley 40*Hillcrest 68 F Rigby 56*Skyline 65 F Teton 46*Ririe 49 F *West Jefferson 60 Bonneville JV 33 F *Butte County 66Carey 51 F GIRLS BASKETBALLFirth 26*Sugar-Salem 39 F *West Jefferson 60Aberdeen 30 F *Rockland 54Sho-Ban 41 F *Declo 57Buhl 40

A Shoshone-Bannock tribe leader is back in Fort Hall after meeting with the president last week at the sixth annual White House Tribal Nations Conference. At the conference, leaders of more than 300 tribes called for the government to respect their sovereignty by following existing laws dealing with tribes. “We have to respect each others

Thirty-four drama students at Century High School placed first at the 4A Championships in Boise this weekend, taking home their school’s first state championship. “We were sitting in the chairs and holding hands as tightly as we could waiting to hear the awards,” said drama student Ashley Cweifel. After 14 years of competing, this is

A theft in broad daylight at the Grand Teton Mall parking lot has a family questioning the security of it. Miranda Loder and her husband returned to their car Sunday afternoon to find $400 worth of gifts stolen. Loder said she always locks her doors and believes the lone then-open door was jimmied open. “The

A major intersection in Pocatello is looking to undergo major changes in 2017, and the city of Pocatello is looking for public comment on the proposed million-dollar changes. Hiline Ave., Jefferson Ave., Alameda Road and Pocatello Creek Road have become congested with traffic, and the city of Pocatello is working with the Idaho Transportation Department

Funding roads has always been a big issue in Idaho. Mayors and lawmakers from all over eastern Idaho gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn on Tuesday to talk about some major issues in the state. That’s where road conditions and funding came up. Local leaders say roads are constantly in need of repair. Funding for

Affordable energy and more jobs could be making their way to eastern Idaho. Butte County will possibly have an independent nuclear power plant. County Commission Chairman Seth Beal said he was open-minded when Twin Butte Enterprises LLC presented their plan for a new nuclear power plant. “Nuclear energy isn’t something that were unaccustomed to put

Local leaders from all over eastern Idaho gathered in Idaho Falls Tuesday to talk about major issues in the state. One of the concerns is having more access to federal resources when it comes to certain court cases. Some local leaders are pushing to have a special assistant U.S. attorney in eastern Idaho. That person

Pocatello’s brand new animal shelter was scheduled to open this weekend, but the shelter is still waiting for crews to install some new amenities before they can finally start moving the animals into their new home. Pocatello Animal Shelter executive director Mary Remer said the shelter takes care of roughly 70 animals each day, and

Two children have died in a house fire that erupted in a south-central Idaho mobile home park. The Times-News reports that one girl escaped with minor injuries from the Twin Falls mobile home Monday evening, but two young boys did not. The three children were the only ones in the home. KMVT reported the boys

An Idaho Falls man was arrested on a warrant for grand theft and two counts of rape Monday. Officers were contacted Oct. 1 about the theft of a computer, monitor, and an Xbox and controllers from a home on the 1100 block Syringa Drive. The items were valued at $2,220. Police said that during their

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Detailed Forecast The cold front is now exiting Idaho tonight and entering Wyoming, dropping temperatures as we close out the week on the backside of this storm front. Staying windy with gusts around 25-30 mph. Scattered snow showers tonight and early Thursday, with most of the showers hanging out in the Southeast Highlands, northern Utah

The city of Idaho Falls released its draft Connecting Our Community plan Dec. 1. The Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Division has been working to involve the community since October. The plan highlights desired improvements to the pedestrian and bicycle trails and paths in the greater Idaho Falls area. Parks and Recreation director Greg A.

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Detailed Forecast The cold front is now exiting Idaho tonight and entering Wyoming, dropping temperatures as we close out the week on the backside of this storm front. Staying windy with gusts around 25-30 mph. Scattered snow showers tonight and early Thursday, with most of the showers hanging out in the Southeast Highlands, northern Utah

The Comore Loma subdivision in the Ammon foothills has faced water problems for several summers, but the Comore Loma Water Corporation hopes to solve them with its new plan. Homeowners on Red Bluff Lane routinely have their pipes run dry in the summer months. Burdett Hoskins said the new plan underway is way past due.

A police officer was hospitalized after an Idaho Falls man allegedly hit him. Idaho Falls police said Curtis M. Evans, 26, hit an officer in the face Monday afternoon. Police say officers were called to a disturbance in the 1300 block of Benton just after 4:30 p.m. Upon arrival, the officer was notified that Evans

This year folks in Bannock County have two extra days to get their personal property tax payments in. The county treasurer’s office said taxes are normally due on December 20, but this year that day falls on a Saturday so everyone will have until the following Monday to pay those taxes. County treasurer Radene Barker

This year’s upcoming legislative session will have state lawmakers discussing one important topic – how to tackle the physician shortage throughout rural parts of the state. The Hospital Cooperative’s executive director Robert Cuoio said although many medical students come into Idaho to carry-out their residency programs, the problem is that the state doesn’t have enough

For the first time in years, Idaho gas prices fell below $3. According to AAA fuel gauge report, Idaho’s average gas price was $2.87 Sunday. This is significantly lower than last year’s average, at $3.17. For the past few months the U.S. average has kept steady at $2.70 or lower. “It has taken Idaho longer

The North Hi-Way Caf in Idaho Falls held its 10th annual fudge and divinity contest, but it’s not your average baking competition. Years ago, locals wanted to do something for the troops overseas. So the tradition was born. Now people bring in a pound of homemade fudge to send to the troops… but not without

Recent incidents involving police in Ferguson, Missouri, and New York City have sparked different conversations across the country. One of those topics is whether police officers should wear body cameras. Some police officers in Eastern Idaho are already using this tool. Local police say the benefits of body cameras are incredibly valuable. They say these

Construction is under way for a Camping World store in Idaho Falls. Crews are building the supercenter just off of Interstate 15 and Pancheri Drive. Camping World is the nation’s largest RV and outdoor retailer and specializes in RV sales, service, repairs, parts and accessories. The store is expected to open next summer or fall.

The Good Samaritan Society is looking for teddy bears for the Fourth Annual Teddy Bear Drive for Seniors. The home collects new ones to give to seniors. Each year, on the Friday before Christmas, children and adults from the community come to the home and pass them out. Event organizers say this is something the

Today marks the 73rd anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and on Sunday local communities are honoring those who served in the military with the American Legion Auxiliary’s annual Gift Table program. Dan Scarborough was a senior in high school when Pearl Harbor was attacked and remembers how he and his two best friends

Promotions and raises may not be in Idaho’s future as median household income declined in 25 counties. According to the U.S. Census Bureau Idaho’s statewide median household income fell 0.5 percent, from 47,015 in 2012 to 46,767 in 2013. Nine counties had median household incomes above the statewide median. The lowest median income of 32,059

Breaking Boundaries lends a helping a hand to other organizations in eastern Idaho because they feel there are many local organizations that need it. “I feel like we fill a niche in this community that’s not served by other organizations. Typical groups we support oftenimes don’t get United Way support and they don’t have any

Here are the scores from the area games.. Be sure to click on page 2 for the rest of the scores from Friday.. BOYS H.S. BASKETBALL*Hillcrest 66Blackfoot 34 Idaho Falls 61*Rigby 79 Twin Talls 69*Bonneville 74 *Borah 71Madison 63 Century 57*Burley 70 Capital 57*Highland 64 Pocatello 46*Skyline 56 South Fremont 45*Marsh Valley 57 Snake River

Linda and Terry Hale have been coming to the Christmas Box Angel for 8 years, ever since it was erected thanks largely to their efforts. The Christmas box angel is designed to commemorate children who have passed away. It has meaning for the Hales because they lost a granddaughter. The statue is based on a