Blackfoot woman wins photography award at East Idaho State Fair
A hobbyist photographer from Blackfoot has a lot to be proud of. Debra Hamilton was happily surprised to learn three of her photos were selected…
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Hundreds from church youth group evacuated from campsite due to Garden Creek Fire
The growing Garden Creek Fire forced 250 people to evacuate a campground in Bingham County Tuesday. They were members of a Latter-day Saint church…
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Single-vehicle crash north of Ucon kills 76-year-old driver
Idaho State Police is on scene investigating a rollover crash 1 mile north of Ucon. The accident is slowing traffic down to one lane along U.S. 20…
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Community All-Stars: Cleave Lewis gets a glimpse of his impact as basketball coach at retirement party
On Friday, dozens of people attended a casual retirement party for long-time basketball coach Cleave Lewis. It was his last day with the Idaho…
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Basketball coach Cleave Lewis retires after decades with the city of Idaho Falls
Dozens of people attended a casual retirement party for long-time basketball coach Cleave Lewis on Friday afternoon. He has been a city employee for…
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Things to consider as Idaho enters its “100 Deadliest Days” of driving
Idaho law enforcement and the Idaho Transportation Department are bracing themselves for the 100 Deadliest Days, marking the most dangerous time to…
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Warm Slough campground near Rexburg moves to day-use only this summer
Idaho Fish and Game’s Warm Slough Access Site’s status has recently changed from a 10-day camping limit to day-use only from February 1st through…
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Lori Vallow Daybell reacts to guilty verdict in her first Arizona trial
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Lori Vallow Daybell spoke with an Arizona reporter shortly after being found guilty of conspiring to murder her fourth…
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Dozens of people in Idaho Falls participate in a ride for Victor Perez
Over 50 people showed up to ride for Victor Perez on Friday night. Victor is the autistic teen who was shot and killed by Pocatello police earlier…
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The Idaho Department of Education hosts Teacher Career Fair
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Department of Education is hosting a series of educator career fairs throughout the state, and they were…
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BYU-Idaho approves age cap for student housing, effective Fall 2025
It’s official. BYU-Idaho is requiring an age cap for its approved student housing. Students 26 years and older are no longer eligible to live in…
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Idaho Falls Spud Kings win Game 5 against the Pueblo Bulls, 2 to 1
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — The Idaho Falls Spud Kings pulled out a big win Thursday night at the Mountain America Center. Going up against the Pueblo…
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The Idaho Falls Spud Kings lose Game 1 of the Dineen Cup playoffs, 4 to 3
Playoff hockey is known for the dramatics, and Game 1 of the Dineen Cup playoffs in Idaho Falls was no different. Sporting new cream-colored…
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BYU’s Vocal Point and Noteworthy are performing at the Frontier Center
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — If you like A cappella, the Frontier Center is the place to be this Saturday. BYU’s Vocal Point and Noteworthy are…
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Community All-Stars: Cherishing the Miracle Quilt
In January of 1976, Relief Societies in the St. Anthony Idaho stake were asked to make quilts for America’s Bicentennial Celebration. Several…
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Museum of Rexburg celebrates the city’s 142nd birthday with a quilt show
“We thought of quilts because of all the pieces that come together, and it’s about community,” said Alisha Tietjen, Museum of Rexburg curator. “You…
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The Rexburg Tabernacle looks pretty in pink
“The building looks nice on the outside, and we’re excited about that,” Tietjen said. “But we are still going to be starting renovations on the…
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Idaho House passes bill, restricting the use of SNAP benefits
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho House passed a bill Monday that will restrict the purchase of junk foods like soda and candy using the Supplemental…
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Woman is forcefully removed from town hall meeting in Coeur d’Alene
Chaos broke out during a Kootenai County town hall Saturday. Multiple witnesses began recording as a woman was forcefully removed from the Coeur…
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Murder-suicide: Wyoming mother shoots her kids, turns a gun on herself
BYRON, Wyoming (KIFI) — A small-town mother shot her four daughters in the head. Monday afternoon, Tranyelle Harshman called 911 and told…
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Valentine’s Day: Local celebrity Evie Clair to perform at the Romance theater in Rexburg
Are you looking for an affordable way to spend Valentine’s Day? Evie Clair will be performing live on Feb. 14 at the Romance…
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Get a poorly drawn pet portrait by supporting this local fundraiser
BONNEVILLE COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — Are you looking for a unique gift to give on Valentine’s Day? You can get a hand-drawn picture of your pet from…
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Could Rocky Mountain Power increase rates in 2025?
Rocky Mountain Power has submitted a proposal to increase customer rates for electricity services in…
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Live animals star in local Nativity performance
People came to the Coltman area Monday night to watch a live outdoor nativity scene.…
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Police: Missing Rexburg man found dead
Rexburg Police are looking for 70-year-old Herlindo Aguilar-Salgodo. According to Madison County officials, Herlindo was last seen in Rexburg on Nov.…
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BYU-Idaho sign graffiti cleaned up, Rexburg Police investigate
An unknown vandal defaced a sign adjacent to the Jacob Spori building on the BYU-Idaho campus…
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Local youth group collects stocking stuffers for foster care teens
A local youth group is seeking donations for foster care…
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Rexburg conduit hit, ITD is asking drivers to avoid the area near Exit 333
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Transportation Department is asking drivers to avoid Exit 333 and thee surrounding area in Rexburg tonight. An…
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Gov. Little receives the 2024 Charter Champion Award
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Governor Brad Little is recognized with the 2024 Charter Champion Award for his contributions to Idaho charter schools…
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Idaho breaks state record for most votes cast
Idaho broke the state record for votes cast in the 2024 presidential election. Secretary of State Phil Mcgrane made the announcement on his Facebook…
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“I think he’s going to win them all”: Erik Simpson accurately predicts Trump’s battleground state sweep
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — On election night, legal analysts who were live on set with us brought some bold predictions to the Local News 8…
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American Falls follows up on hundreds of recent pigeon deaths
“This is not a county-wide problem with pigeons.”City of American Falls Facebook AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Hundreds of pigeons have died in…
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Roses are red, violets are blue, Happy National Poetry Day to you
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — National Poetry Day is observed every year on the first Thursday in October. Poetry lovers enjoy the literary style for…
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Wackerli Subaru donates school supplies to Dora Erickson Elementary School
Teachers at Dora Erickson Elementary School in Idaho Falls got a generous donation from Wackerli Subaru Wednesday, August…
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“It’s been busy” : How a local shaved ice hut is riding the heat wave
Photo Credit: Ashley Chilcutt AMMON , Idaho (KIFI) — The Tiki Hut is located at the Ammon pool in McCowin Park. Owner Tami Barber has been running…
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Know the signs of heat-related illness this summer
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — An active heat advisory is making it even more important to know the tell-tale signs of heat-related illnesses like…
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Budweiser Clydesdales make a stop in Ammon
AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – The Budweiser Clydesdales were in town. There was a constant crowd of onlookers at the Ammon Broulim’s Wednesday watching and…
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Sale pending for former home of Chad Daybell
The former home and property of Chad Daybell house has a pending sale according to the real estate agent’s…
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Firework mishaps: Several people injured in Rexburg, one in Hamer
“I’ve never heard boom quite that deafening before.”Emma Valentine REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — A firework explosion on Crest View Drive in Rexburg…
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Firework anxiety: What to do if your pet runs away from home
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The crackling sound of fireworks can be nostalgic for many people, but it can also be very frightening for pets. The…
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July 3 is Idaho’s birthday: History you may not know about the Gem State
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Idaho officially became the forty-third state on July 3, 1890. President Benjamin Harrison admitted Idaho into the…
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Malad Valley celebrates Welsh heritage with weekend festival
“The valley looked like Wales with its hills and mountains”Jean Thomas, Festival Co-chair MALAD, Idaho (KIFI) — The Malad Valley Welsh Festival…
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Butte County officials release the identity of victim in fatal plane crash
UPDATE: Saturday at 2:04 p.m. BUTTE COUNTY (KIFI) — The victim’s identity has been released in the fatal plane crash on Thursday. The pilot is…
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The renovated court in Idaho Falls is named after Cleave Lewis
“This is something that I didn’t expect.”Cleave Lewis IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The renovated basketball court in the Idaho Falls Recreation…
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Teachers to vote on tentative salary agreement Monday
The Idaho Falls Education Association (IFEA) has made a tentative agreement with the District Negotiations Team for the 2024–2025 school year.…
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Water curtailment: Will the governor intervene?
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce along with the Bonneville County Commissioner’s Office, are calling on Governor Brad Little to step in…
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How water curtailment could impact the local economy
“It would effectively shut down the economy of Eastern Idaho.”Rep. Stephanie Mickelsen IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Water districts in Eastern Idaho…
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Local libraries are making policy changes before a new law takes effect
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Across the state, libraries big and small are making changes to their policies ahead of a new law set to take effect in…
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The Teton Flood Museum is still looking for a place to relocate
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — The Teton Flood Museum is currently closed. It has long been housed in the basement of the historic tabernacle in Rexburg.…
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Couple remembers how the Teton Dam disaster affected their wedding 48 years later
David Taylor and his high school sweetheart Suzie planned to be married June 6 on his grandparent’s wedding anniversary. However, when the dam broke,…
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North Fork man safe after missing for several days on Salmon River
A North Fork man is waking up in a warm bed Thursday morning after he went missing for several days on the Salmon…
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D91 teachers vote not to ratify tentative pay agreement
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — D91 teachers gathered at Taylorview Middle School Wednesday to vote on an amended salary agreement for the 2024 –…
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Tentative agreement reached between D91 and Idaho Falls Education Association
A tentative agreement has been reached between Idaho Falls School District 91 and the Idaho Falls Education…
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Bingham County Sheriff’s Office releases name of drowning victim
With permission from the family, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office has now released the name of the drowning victim from last…
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Gov. Little presents $42 million check to Idaho Falls School District
Governor Brad Little visited several schools across East Idaho Thursday to present funds for school facility improvements.…
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NASA donates DC-8 jet to Idaho State University
ISU’s Aircraft Maintenance students will soon have a major learning tool land right in their backyard.…
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Daybell day 16: The jury hears from investigators who helped uncover J.J. and Tylee’s remains
Chad Daybell murder trial continues Friday at the Ada County…
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It’s Day 15 for testimony in the Chad Daybell murder trial.…
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New landfill in Fremont County celebrated with groundbreaking
Eastern Idaho Regional Solid Waste District (EIRSWD) celebrated a new landfill in Fremont County with a ceremonial groundbreaking Wednesday.…
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What you need to know about sun exposure and skin care in higher elevations
With the first day of summer quickly approaching, it’s time to think more about sunscreen.…
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Rexburg CRABS project is in full swing
The Rexburg CRABS project is in full…
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Officer-involved shooting: “Their actions were JUSTIFIED as an act of self-defense”
The Idaho Falls Police Department released body-cam footage from the EconoLodge standoff with Robert…
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Neighbor talks about discovering mountain lion in tree
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) –Â Fish and Game successfully relocated the mountain lion spotted on the 1500 block of Sierra in Pocatello. At around 7am on…
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How will the CRABS Project affect your commute through Rexburg?
Sunnier weather brings more construction. The City of Rexburg is currently heading up its CRABS…
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Who is Robert Flores? What we know about the man involved in the Econo Lodge standoff
How is someone with a violent criminal history able to bond out of jail so…
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How to fortify your property against unexpected damage
Getting insurance is one of the best ways to prepare your belongings for the unexpected.…
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Bill requiring Idaho libraries to move ‘harmful materials’ heads to Gov. Little
A bill allowing a legal claim against a library in Idaho is now heading to Governor Brad Little’s desk for his…
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Local hiring climate: “There is definitely still a job for anyone who wants one”
Hundreds of people turned out for the Department of Labor job fair in Idaho Falls…
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Job fair Wednesday at Idaho Falls Department of Labor
If you are looking for a job or to change careers, there are several opportunities to window shop for a new position at the Idaho Falls job fair…
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Important pet events you don’t want miss this weekend
If you love animals, there are some Saturday events you don’t want to…
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City of Ammon shares the results of their pool feasibility survey
The City of Ammon presented the results of its first survey in a pool feasibility study at a public meeting Thursday night. Survey results showed…
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What is the timeline for finishing Heritage Park? Here’s what we know
Heritage Park is a 14-acre plot situated along the Snake River.…
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Ammon City Pool public meeting set Thursday
The future of the Ammon swimming pool is up for discussion…
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Idaho Falls Parks and Rec is seeking input on playground layouts
Idaho Falls Parks and Rec looking for input into new playground equipment.…
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If you’re homeless in Idaho, there are resources for you
Homeless veterans and community members gathered at Shoshone-Bannock Junior/Senior High School Friday for the Veteran and Homeless Stand Down.…
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Here’s why grizzly bears may be on their way off the endangered species list
The State of Idaho reached an agreement Tuesday with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which has committed to revising or removing the ESA listing…
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National Ag Day highlights why agriculture in Idaho is important, ways to support farmers
The temperatures are warming, and the snow is melting…
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Chad Daybell’s trial: how court restrictions have changed since Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Chad Daybell is facing the death penalty in Ada County beginning April 1.…
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly
It’s a day that celebrates luck and good fortune, but AAA warns if drivers overindulge in alcohol during St. Patrick’s Day festivities, the odds…
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Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party is coming to the Mountain America Center
Disney on Ice is here in Idaho Falls.…
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ISU Research Symposium kicks off Wednesday, winners will receive cash prizes
More than 140 students are gathering for the 2024 Research & Creative Works Symposium…
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Kelly Canyon’s snowmobile hill climb is this weekend
King of Kelly’s Snowmobile Hill Climb is March 8 and 9 at Kelly…
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Snake River Ice Gala to feature Olympian Mariah Bell
You’ll be able to watch a former Olympic Ice Skater perform this Friday along with our local young skaters.…
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Guns N’ Hoses hockey fundraiser kicks off Wednesday
The Idaho Falls Youth Hockey Association (IFYHA) is holding its first ever Guns N’ Hoses Fundraiser at the Mountain America Center…
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AAA: Don’t put off a vehicle recall repair
March 4 is the beginning of Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, and AAA is reminding vehicle owners to complete necessary repairs with a sense of…
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MacKenzie River Pizza still in operation after settling civil suit
A local restaurant is still in operation after settling a civil suit with the Idaho Department of…
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Could Thomas Creech face the firing squad? IDOC director shares next steps after failed execution
“I’m sure some will question or disagree with the decision not to proceed, but I’m confident my decision won’t be criticized by anyone who would have…
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Prosecutor seeking death penalty in Jeremy Best murder case
The state has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty in the case against Jeremy Best, the father accused of killing his infant son and…
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“We’ve got to stop this:” What Congressman Simpson is saying about the U.S. border crisis
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson published an op-ed Thursday expressing frustration for the way the Biden Administration is handling the ongoing…
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Hillcrest highschooler receives Congressional App Challenge Award
Hillcrest High School junior Victoria Djidjev was awarded Friday with a certificate and congressional coin for her innovative app called…
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How a construction shortage is fueling the cost of housing in Idaho
A national construction worker shortage is one of several factors behind Idaho’s rapid increase in housing costs, alongside the growing population…
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“I am a Milken educator!” Compass Academy Vice Principal receives $25,000 check and national recognition
Compass Academy Vice Principal, Kelly Sheridan is awarded the Milken Educator Award on Feb. 21, 2024.…
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Simplot Games underway at ICCU Dome
There is a big event for athletes happening in…
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Bannock commissioners to use neighboring county’s example to draft new solar farm ordinance
Bannock County commissioners are looking at developing a solar farm ordinance similar to an ordinance used in Caribou County.…
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What the Department of Labor says about growth and economy in Idaho
The Idaho Department of Labor is holding a seminar in Boise Tuesday to discuss rural economies in the Gem…
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Super Bowl Sunday: How grocery stores are preparing for high demand
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Super Bowl celebration comes with a specific array of menu items fans look forward to eating during the big game.…
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Moose plows down ski mountain in Jackson Hole
A moose ran wild chasing skiers at a Jackson Hole ski…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport seeks public input for master plan at open house
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport will release its comprehensive master plan at the Skyline Activity Center…
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Soda Vine switches ownership, changes to Fixxology
SodaVine, the retro-style soda and sweets shop, is officially closed after owner Robyn Eastin decided to…
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Jeremy Best’s attorney files motion to dismiss indictment over mental health claims
The attorney for Jeremy Best has filed a motion to dismiss his indictment. Best is the father who allegedly killed his pregnant wife and…
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