Month: July 2018

A man and woman have been sentenced to jail time for exposing a baby to methamphetamine often enough that the child tested positive for the drug. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports that Teton County District Judge Timothy Day on Tuesday ordered Shawn Michael Myers and Cheyenne Wood to each serve six months behind

The cost of staying in some of Yellowstone National Park’s most historic lodges has increased by up to a third this summer. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports that a new, pilot pricing system allows the lodging concessionaire more leeway in setting room prices. Yellowstone business chief Zach Allely says the idea is to

American Falls area residents will have two opportunities to discuss improvements to the intersection of Pocatello Avenue (I-86B) and Idaho Highway 39. The Idaho Transportation Department will host a public workshop July 17 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the American Falls Public Library. Two identical sessions are set at 4 p.m. and 5:30

Authorities in south-central Idaho say two people have been found dead in a home in Kimberly. Twin Falls County Coroner Gene Turley tells The Times-News that it appears to be a murder-suicide. Law enforcement officials found the bodies at about 1:30 p.m. Thursday while doing a welfare check at the home. Autopsies are planned. Names

More than 600 workers have lost their jobs at a southwestern Idaho call center. The Idaho Press-Tribune reports in a story on Thursday that Sykes Corporation’s call center in Boise made the layoffs of 640 workers public in a notice filed with the Idaho Department of Labor. Company spokesman Dana Widerman says the layoffs are

UPDATE: The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports the fire has been contained. 10 to 15 acres was burned, they said. Firefighters are looking for hot spots and checking the perimeter. ORIGINAL: The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports a brush fire that started at the Law Enforcement Gun Range is increasing in size.The fire is burning

The Bureau of Land Management said the Cinder Fire burned approximately 40 acres off Highway 33 at mile marker 65 between Rexburg and Sage Junction. it’s started Thursday afternoon. The cause is unknown. Central Fire District, BLM and Hamer Fire crews helped fight the fire. BLM helicopters also dropped water on the fire.

Phone scammers are once again targeting people in Bonneville County. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said it had multiple calls from people victimized by callers claiming to be county deputies. They advise people that they have warrants for arrest unless they pay court fines with a “Green Dot” or other type of money card. Often,

Hot and mostly sunny with a breeze of around 10-20 mph to help keep us cool for the next few afternoons. Monsoonal moisture will work into the region to begin the next work week that will provide some relief from the heat. Friday: Hot with a high near 95°. Saturday: Sunny and windy in the

BYU Lacrosse Coach Marty Wescott and his son, Chandler Wescott, who also plays for BYU are coming to Taylorview Middle School for a summer clinic. Anyone from the 5th grade age to the 11th grade age level can sign up for the clinic. There will be instruction in shooting and offensive skills, proper passing and

Fourth of July events such as Riverfest in Idaho Falls can be a huge boost for local businesses. Thousands of people packed the Snake River Landing on the Fourth of July for a variety of fun activities. Many of those included buying food and drinks from local vendors. The holiday brings in huge profits for

This afternoon, dozens of incoming ISU freshmen spent some time doing various community driven tasks in Old Town. Painting sidewalks, signs and even putting paw prints in parking lots were among the activities the nearly 200 students did. As part of the Bengal Bridge program, these students get a chance to go out and explore

A woman was arrested early Thursday morning after police say she stabbed someone at a gas station. Natasha Cook, 34, was taken into custody on one charge of aggravated assault by use of a deadly weapon. At 3:06 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Department were called to the Stinker Station of the 400 Block of Broadway,

It’s the day after the Fourth of July, and many are still recovering from Wednesday’s celebrations. Many in Idaho falls attended the “Melaleuca Freedom Celebration.” Besides the fireworks, the big talk this year was the traffic. The 60-acre space to watch the show had over 150-acre space for parking. The venue had Idaho Falls Fire

The new Deseret Industries store in Ammon held it’s grand opening Thursday. There was music, giveaways, balloon artist and free tote bags to the first 500 shoppers. At 9:30 a.m. was the official ribbon cutting with Ammon Mayor Coletti, Chamber officials and Deseret Industries executives At 10 a.m. hundreds of customers, went to the store

A Madison County Hgh School graduate got a pretty awesome goodbye gift. Dillan Egbert won the national Banking and Finance Award for the Business Professionals of America. He was presented his award today while he was at work, just in time before he leaves on his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day

People lined the streets to watch the Idaho Falls Fourth of July Parade today but one group brought everyone together for a good cause. The Interfaith Community Service Project partnered with the city to collect donations for local charities. “Mainly was food items today, so we support the soup kitchen, the Idaho Falls Food Basket,

A few thunderstorms in the region but otherwise hot and mostly sunny. There will be a breeze of around 10-20 mph to help keep us cool each afternoon. Monsoonal moisture will work into the region next week, meaning t-storms for western Wyoming and northern Utah. At this point it looks like E. Idaho will escape

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Economic Dashboard indicates that summer tourism numbers are up in both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Year-to-date, Grand Teton had seen almost 297 thousand visitors, up over 16 percent from 2017. Yellowstone saw over 454 thousand visitors, up 8.22 percent from the same time a year ago. At

Law enforcement authorities say a 10-year-old boy died while scuba diving with his father in northwest Utah. Tooele County sheriff’s office Lt. Ron Johnson says the boy died Wednesday. He had been at the 60-foot-deep Blue Lake with his father, who is a certified scuba diver. Johnson says the boy experienced “some issues from possibly

If you can’t make it to the firework shows on July 4, don’t worry. Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 will be streaming the shows in Idaho Falls and Pocatello right here on our website. You can watch the Idaho Falls fireworks HERE. You can watch the Pocatello fireworks HERE. Also, there are

Did you miss the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration last night? Watch it now!

A 26-year-old Swan Valley man was arrested Wednesday night for indecent exposure and driving under the influence. Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the Ammon Walmart at 10:30 p.m. to a report of a man inside the store exposing himself. Witnesses told deputies an adult male was walking around in the store with his genitals

Idaho has more than doubled the number of workers assigned to logging and restoration projects on federal lands within the state with the goal of doubling timber harvest and restoration treatments on federal lands by 2025. The Idaho Department of Lands starting this week is increasing from five to 13 the number of workers taking

As part of an effort to protect Idaho waterways, boaters are being reminded to take precautions as they travel in and out of Idaho. The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is manning inspection stations to look out for invasive aquatic species like quagga and zebra mussels. ISDA said the introduction of the species into state

Oil and gas leases on 24,197 acres in the Wyoming Range Legacy Area will be retired under an agreement announced this week. The Trust for Public Land (TPL) and two energy companies, Stanley Energy and Mountain Energy, announced the purchase of the leases. They are located under public lands deemed to be a key resource

“Reclaim Idaho,” a campaign to pass a Medicaid expansion referendum in Idaho, will launch a statewide tour Thursday. There are now two green buses leading the campaign. One is traveling north to south, the other east to west. The East-West bus will kick off its tour in Driggs at noon Thursday and arrive at Snake

Teton County, Wyoming voters will be asked to renew a 2 percent lodging tax at the polls November 6. The tax was originally approved by voters in 2010 and renewed in 2014. It is automatically up for renewal every four years. The Board of County Commissioners approved wording for the ballot Tuesday. The revenue is

The Fourth of July fun was in Rexburg on Wednesday with it’s 89th annual Independence Day parade. Family, friends, and neighbors lined Main Street in Rexburg to celebrate the nations most patriotic holiday. Starting at Smith Park to Porter Park. With 89 floats participating, it was sure a fun way to kick off independence day.

Anchor Todd Kunz and Meteorologist Michael Coats rode in the Rexburg Parade Wednesday.

High pressure will be with us into the next week which means very warm temperatures and sunny skies. There will be a breeze of around 10-20 mph to help keep us cool each afternoon. Monsoonal moisture will work into the region next week, meaning t-storms for western Wyoming and northern Utah. At this point it

UPDATE 7/4/18 7:44 P.M. : Lorraine Curtis has been found safe and with her family. According to Idaho Falls Police Public Information Officer Holly Cook, it was a misunderstanding by the family where Lorraine and her family were supposed to meet and what time. ORIGINAL STORY:Idaho Falls Police are currently looking for 48-year-old Lorraine Curtis.

People packed the Snake River Landing for Riverfest. There were activities for kids, a variety of foods and even a few animals. Families being together is one of the highlights of the day. “My favorite part about the 4th of July is that the family’s are together,” said Laura Pennock, who runs a face painting

The Bureau of Land Management is working to contain a small brush fire burning in Bingham County. The Liberty Fire has burned just over 180 acres about 1/2 mile west of Hoff Road in the lava flow area. BLM was assisted by the Blackfoot and Aberdeen Fire Departments, the fire was contained around 9:00 p.m.

An estimated 170,000 people are expected at Snake River Landing in Idaho Falls tonight for the Mountain View Hospital Riverfest and Melaleuca Freedom Celebration fireworks show. Crowds were beginning to fill the Snake River Landing by mid-afternoon Wednesday. Admission is free, but some activities do have a charge. Over 20 food booths are prepared along

Anchors Jay Hildebrandt and Karole Honas participated in the 4th of July Parade in Idaho Falls Wednesday. The Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce announced this year’s float winners: Best Band Award – Idaho Falls High School Best Dance Group – Dance Depot Best Commercial Entry Award – Eastern Idaho Credit Union Best Non-Commercial Entry Award

Slight chance of a thunderstorm this evening for far eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. High pressure building in for the next 5 days with HOT temps and a minor threat for thunderstorms in northern Utah and southwest Wyoming. Otherwise sunny with gusty winds Saturday. Highs well into the 90’s. Thursday: Heating up into the 90’s

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has recovered a body along the Teton River near Wilford. Sheriff Rick Henry believes the body is that of Justin Keith Grass, 14. The Utah boy has been missing since June 24 when he went missing while swimming with friends near the old Teton Dam site. According to the Sheriff,

Bonneville County deputies and Idaho Falls Firefighters rescued boaters on the Snake River west of the Idaho Falls Temple. The incident happened shortly before 3 p.m. Wednesday. One adult and four children were stranded in their non-motorized boat near Keefer’s Island and could not make it back to shore, according to the Idaho Falls Fire

The major military service agencies, POW-MIA, state and local officials were on hand Wednesday to unveil the new Patriot Field in Blackfoot. Bingham County officials said the memorial will feature the names of about 100 Bingham County people who were either killed or listed as missing in action during service to the country. The newly

A few lingering thunderstorms today for far Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming, as our cold front exits the region. Winds will calm down a bit, though they’ll still be between 10-20 mph this afternoon, and temps will warm up into the 80’s. Expect 90’s for tomorrow and through the weekend. Today: Highs in the mid

Simplot Games chairman Dick Fosbury changed the world with his innovative high jump technique “The Fosbury Flop”. He perfected the jump at the high school track and field events in Medord, Oregon. On July 2nd, Fosbury was honored and inducted at the National High School Hall of Fame Induction ceremony in Chicago. The flop is

Idaho Falls high school head volleyball coach Laurel Craynor is putting on a specialized skills clinic for kids from the 4th-12th grade levels for the next three weeks. For the next three weeks kids will learn how to set, serve, hitting, defense and some game play. Craynor is in her second year as head coach

You may be spending some time in the water this holiday, but you need to be mindful of swimmer’s itch. A Facebook post says that kids had confirmed cases of swimmer’s itch after being at The Cable Factory in Rexburg. It’s caused by a parasite and usually found in shallow, stagnant water. A good way

We are still in the deadliest days when it comes to driving. Tomorrow will be a busy day with a lot of expected traffic. We want to remind you to follow all traffic rules, wear your seatbelts and if you plan to drink plan accordingly. The Fourth of July is the deadliest day when it

UPDATE 3:14 p.m. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game officials have captured the wild black bear at Zoo Idaho. Wildlife officers outfitted the bear with a collar and ear tag for tracking purposes. The bear will now be relocated away from civilization. Zoo Idaho is back open for business. ORIGINAL: Zoo Idaho is closed

Preventing child abuse is something everyone can find important and agree on. And local communities are now getting involved. One in ten children will experience abuse or sexual abuse by the time they turn 18 according to Shannon Fox. She is with “Stewards of Children” and is hoping to stop that. She says 90 percent

Idaho State Police are investigating a car crash that happened on U.S. 91 near milepost 104 north of Blackfoot around 1:20 p.m. Tuesday. Shantel Martinez, 22, of Firth, was driving a 2007 Pontiac G6 north on U.S. 91 when she went across the center line and went across the southbound lane of travel. Her car

A major expansion of the Portneuf Greenway trail system is now under construction. It is the first section of what is generally known as the “I-15 Corridor.” The trail will eventually connect Idaho State University to the Portneuf Wellness Complex. It is expected to be complete by the first of September. The non-motorized, multi-use trail

Below are the 2018 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. Although the list is long, it is not complete. If you have information on an event that is not listed, email natalie.nix@localnews8.com, and we will update this page as soon as possible. Also, we will be live streaming both the

Some streets in Idaho Falls will be closed Wednesday. The road closures listed below go into effect at the time shown and will reopen when traffic exiting the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration has sufficiently cleared. Milligan Rd. South of 901 Pier View Dr. is currently closed and will reopen on Thursday, July 5 at 12 p.m.

A Las Vegas investor who owes $2.2 billion to a Nevada company was arrested in Montana near Yellowstone National Park on a bench warrant from a federal bankruptcy court. The Billings Gazette reports 47-year-old Raymond Ngan was arrested in Gardiner last week and appeared in federal court in Billings on Monday. According to court documents,

UPDATE: Online response to our story about Oliver North’s expansion hopes for the National Rifle Association may have extended beyond the intended scope of the story and certainly beyond the comments made by Pocatello gun shop owner Joe Morrell. Morrell clarified his position Tuesday. He said that while it is difficult to assure the mental-health

UPDATE: As of 4:35 p.m., Idaho State Police reports all lanes are open. ORIGINAL: One man was killed and one man was seriously injured in a head-on crash on Interstate 84 at milepost 187, near Eden at 10:41 a.m. Tuesday. Idaho State Police reports David Wetmore, 57, of Irrigon, OR, was traveling westbound Interstate 84

A few lingering thunderstorms tonight and Wednesday for far Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming, as our cold front exits the region. For the 4th, the winds will calm down a bit, and temps will warm up into the 80’s. Expect 90’s by Thursday and Friday. Tonight: Mostly clear and breezy with lows around 50. A

A southwestern Idaho man has been sentenced to nearly 40 years in prison for trying to lure children into his car. The Times-News reports 41-year-old Chad McLean of Caldwell was arrested last September after three Twin Fall girls told their parents that a strange man tried to talk to them. One girl said McLean had

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Idaho Falls is lowering its flags today in honor of the five people killed in an attack on the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland last week. President Trump issued a proclamation lowering flags at federal facilities to half-staff. Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley requested the federal action through the Maryland congressional delegation last week. The initial

Four people have been rescued without serious injury after their raft overturned on the Shoshone River in northern Wyoming. The Cody Enterprise reports that Park County Search and Rescue responded to a call at about 1:35 p.m. Sunday of an overturned raft and four people missing in a canyon area. Officials say the raft had

There are many viewing areas available for both the parade and the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration. The city of Idaho Falls has released the following regarding marking areas for the fireworks: Snake River Landing is private property. Most of the property will be open to the public for viewing and parking during Riverfest and the Melaleuca

A calf and cow moose have been killed in separate vehicle collisions in northwest Wyoming. Authorities say both incidents occurred this past weekend near the intersection of Wyoming 22 and Moose-Wilson Road in Teton County. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the calf was killed in a collision with a vehicle at 10 p.m.

The Latest on a stabbing at a child’s birthday party that left nine people injured in Idaho. 1:45 p.m. A man charged with stabbing and killing one child and wounding several others and adults at a Boise apartment complex says he wants to represent himself in court. An Ada County Judge ordered that Timmy Kinner,

UPDATE: Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter’s office says Idaho inmates will not be housed in National Guard barracks despite being asked by top correction officials to consider the possibility to address the state’s growing criminal justice crisis. Mark Warbis, Otter’s communication’s director, said in an email to The Associated Press on Monday that the Idaho National

Jessica Conser, 34, has been ruled incompetent for judicial proceedings in connection with the June 5 murder of her father in Hibbard. She is charged with first degree murder in connection with the shooting death of 66-year old Mathew Robert Travao III. Deputy Madison County Prosecutor Rob Wood said Conser’s preliminary hearing, set for July

A multi-year project to treat hazardous fuels on both private and public land around Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming will continue this summer. Contractors will be thinning and piling slash on an additional 75 acres of National Forest System land along the southern half of the town in July. “The project was implemented to provide greater

We’ll see lots of sunshine with comfortable temps today. However, the wind will be an issue once again. Expect sustained winds between 15-25 mph with gusts into the 30’s. For the 4th, the winds will calm down a bit, and temps will warm up into the 80’s. Expect 90’s by Thursday and Friday. Today: Highs

The bears are out of hibernation, and they are on the Greenbelt, not actual bears. The city of Idaho Falls brings the bears out every year. When it gets cold they go inside a greenhouse to preserve the plants. They start getting them ready around February and bring them out by Memorial Day. They are

We have a lot of farms here in our area so it’s important to remember we share the roads with agricultural equipment. In the past few years, local farmers have been hit and killed while driving tractors. “A neighbor of mine, just several miles from here two years ago was hit by an outfit that

UPDATE 5:40 p.m. The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to surrounding structures in the area, including other homes and an LDS Church to the west. The homeowner was not home at the time of the fire. IFFD reports there were family members inside the home when

UPDATE: 4:35 p.m. The city of Soda Springs has updated the projected beginning of a repair power outage to now begin at 7 p.m. Monday. ORIGINAL STORY: An emergency power outage began at 3:30 p.m. in the city of Soda Springs. City officials said the outage was necessary to complete an emergency repair and avoid

29-year-old New York State trooper Nicholas Clark was killed in the line of duty while responding a suicide call Monday. State police say 43-year-old Steven Kiley, a school principal, shot and killed Clark. Kiley also appeared to have taken his own life. “This is a terrible loss for the new york state police and our

Students at 121 schools across Idaho will receive free, fresh fruit and vegetables during the coming school year thanks to state-administrated grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra announced. The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program provides children in participating elementary schools with a variety of fruits and vegetables during

Fire danger is now rated as “moderate” on the Bridger Teton National Forest, Grand Teton National Park, and the National Elk Refuge in western Wyoming. Teton Interagency Fire managers said the potential for fire activity has increased due to summer curing of vegetation, combined with warmer and drier conditions. “Moderate” fire danger means fires can

UPDATE 7/2/18 1:01 p.m. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office reports the fire that broke out in Ammon Sunday afternoon was accidental. Sgt. Bryan Lovell says the fire was not firework related. He says a small accidental spark caused the fire, and the people tied to it called it in and remained on scene. Lovell reports

A pedestrian struck by a car in Rexburg Saturday suffered a moderate concussion and multiple cuts, scrapes and bruises. Rexburg Police said they were called to the intersection of Main and College Avenue. The pedestrian was conscious and alert but had a cut to the head and minor scrapes and cuts. One witness said the

When it was announced in October that the United States men’s team had been eliminated from participating in the World Cup, people were upset. They were upset that a team excepted to perform well in competition had failed to qualify. Upset that they’d have no one to root for. But that hasn’t exactly been the

People driving too slow in the left lane, it annoys everyone. Now it’s grounds for a ticket in the state of Idaho. A new took effect today that aims to cut down or eliminate driving too slow in the left lane, disrupting traffic or preventing other vehicles from traveling the speed limit. Drivers are supposed

UPDATE 7/2/18: The search for 14-year-old Justin Keith Grass continues. The Utah teenager has been missing since June 24 when he was swimming near the old Teton Dam site Sunday with two other boys and disappeared. Channel 2 News in Salt Lake City set up a GoFundMe account to help out the family. The goal

Traffic between Lomax and North Holmes Avenue on Northgate Mile will be disrupted beginning Monday. Contractor Knife River will be installing a new water line for the city of Idaho Falls at three locations. Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane. City officials said the work is expected to take about 3 weeks to

An Arizona woman says her puppy saved her from a rattlesnake, but not without a show-down. This is how Paula Godwin’s dog ‘Todd’ looked after his battle with the snake. Godwin says she and the young golden retriever were on a walk when she nearly stepped on the rattler. She says Todd jumped into action

An Idaho police officer who was wounded in a shootout with a suspect on Sunday is in good condition after undergoing surgery. The Meridian Police Department says a second male suspect who was with the suspect killed in the shootout also has turned himself in. Police are not releasing his name at this time. A

The Central Fire District in Jefferson County has moved into its new station house in Menan. In a news release, the fire department said it would offer tours of the facility during Menan’s 4th of July activities Wednesday. The time and date of a grand opening open house will be announced soon.

We’ll see lots of sunshine with comfortable temps for the next few days. The wind will be an issue however. For today and tomorrow, expect sustained winds between 15-25 mph with gusts into the 30’s each afternoon. For the 4th, the winds will calm down a bit, and temps will warm up into the 80’s.

The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is on a mission to control the cat population. It’s no secret that the shelter can get overcrowded sometimes. TNR stands for trap, neuter, release. Staff from the Idaho Falls Animal Shelter go out at night to catch cats. “Set traps in different locations and then in the mornings I

Bannock County commissioner talks 4th of July and other county developments

Shooting is a sport that many in our area enjoy. The Cedar Hills Gun Club in Blackfoot is considered to be one of the most unique and state of the art in our area. The Cedar Hills Gun Club is popular among many in southeastern Idaho. “I think our terrain is what makes us unique.

A Rigby teenager has accomplished a huge goal. Skyler Beckstead earned every merit badge the Boy Scouts have to offer. He says it’s been a goal since he was just a cub scout. The last one he had to earn was the scuba diving badge. He got about a week ago “All the merit badges

With Independence Day on Wednesday, people are out and about preparing. One of the most popular purchases this week will be fireworks. Only available to purchase for the holiday from June 15th until the July 5th, the bulk of the sales will take place between the 2nd and 4th. It estimated that, nationwide, over 260

About 300 people gathered in Caldwell Park in Pocatello to take part in the “Families Belong Together March.” They marched around Pocatello, chanting and receiving honks from drivers passing by. The marchers are speaking out about families being separated at the border. “We need to give these people a chance to come here legally seeking