Idaho Falls Regional Airport parking rates rising October 1
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Travelers parking at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport will pay more beginning Thursday, October 1. The airport is…
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Jefferson Central Fire & EMS District begins offering advanced life support ambulance services in Jefferson County
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) — Emergency medical services in parts of Jefferson County are getting an upgrade. Central Fire District is now offering…
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From The Valley to The Voice: Rigby Native Owen Uffens on his journey to the national spotlight
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – An 18-year-old from Rigby is getting a taste of the national spotlight after taking the stage on NBC’s The Voice. For Owen…
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Idaho Falls Zoo among 30 facilities across the world to earn AZA accreditation
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park has earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums in the…
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Teton River Temple begins landscaping and grows one step closer to dedication
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Landscaping is underway at the Teton River Idaho Temple in Rexburg, marking another visible step forward as construction…
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MLB explores possibility of a baseball game inside Grand Teton National Park
GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (KIFI) – A potential Major League Baseball game in Grand Teton National Park is drawing attention — and concern —…
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Idaho’s ‘Unknown Wanderer’ identified after 44 years
For nearly 44 years, a man known only as the “Unknown Wanderer” has remained one of Idaho’s most enduring unidentified-person cases.
This…
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Tuesday preliminary hearing set for former Portneuf Valley Soccer Club president accused of theft
BREAKING UPDATE: Christie Stone’s preliminary hearing has been continued again, with the judge saying the case will require significantly more…
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A Sign of the Times: Idaho gas prices climb again as drivers face higher costs at the pump
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Filling up is getting more expensive for Idaho drivers, with the average price of regular gasoline climbing nearly 36…
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Idaho Falls hosts 45th World Fly Fishing Championship, bringing international anglers to Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) — Some of the world’s top fly anglers have spent this week casting across the rivers and lakes of Eastern Idaho, Montana and…
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Yellowstone 2026 summer tourism shows decline in visitors
YELLOWSTONE, Wyo (KIFI) – Yellowstone National Park has welcomed nearly 3.5 million recreation visits through August 2026, according to new National…
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Warm Wednesday with wet weather approaching
While temperatures are increasing, rain showers and thunderstorms will work their way into our region this Wednesday evening. Expect these to begin…
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Vandalism reported throughout downtown Idaho Falls over the weekend
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Several downtown Idaho Falls businesses and residents are reporting damage following what appears to be a series of…
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Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming communities mark 25 years since 9/11 with memorial events
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Communities across Eastern Idaho are coming together Thursday to mark 25 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist…
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Idaho Transportation Department releases crash report from 2026 “100 Deadliest Days”
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – As Idaho’s summer travel season comes to an end, new data from the Idaho Transportation Department shows a decrease in…
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Idaho Falls YMCA celebrates new turf at Indoor Sports Arena with ribbon-cutting
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Family YMCA is celebrating a major milestone Wednesday with the completion of new turf at its Indoor…
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Breezy Conditions continue for Tuesday with a slight warm-up
Grab a light jacket heading out the door this Tuesday morning, with a combined chill from early-morning lows in the 40s and a light breeze across…
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Labor Day Forecast: Clear skies and breezy winds
Happy Labor Day! Partial sunny skies are expected across Eastern Idaho and and Western Wyoming, with portions of the Central Mountains and Eastern…
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Historic Labor Day gas prices in Idaho create budget gymnastics at the pumps
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – As Labor Day weekend approaches, many families load their cars with mementos to make the most of their last summer…
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The Next Act: How the Playmill Theatre is carrying 60 years of memories into a new home
For generations, the Playmill Theatre has been a beloved place for families to find sanctuary in the summertime. Now, as the curtain rises on its new…
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Lingering chances of rain in the Central Mountains and unsettled weather for the holiday weekend
Chances of precipitation continue into the Central Mountains this Thursday, with mainly dry conditions throughout the rest of Eastern Idaho and…
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Windy Wednesday with storm activity in the Central Mountains
It will be a breezy midweek day as storms continue to push through the Central Mountains. Expect stronger wind gusts across the upper Snake River…
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Rainy Tuesday with afternoon showers and storms across Eastern Idaho
Keep a rain jacket and umbrella on hand this Tuesday morning as we start September with rain showers across Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. Early…
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Ask an attorney: Kohberger wants to take back his guilty plea. What happens next?
IDAHO FALLS, ID (KIFI): Bryan Kohberger is asking an Idaho judge to let him take back the guilty plea that resulted in four life sentences for the…
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Yellowstone National Park lifts fishing closures as temperatures cool
YELLOWSTONE, Wyo. (KIFI) – Good news for anglers heading into the final holiday weekend of summer. Yellowstone National Park is lifting full fishing…
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Rifles reported missing from Island Park home; separate gun theft investigation ongoing in Malad
ISLAND PARK, Idaho — Authorities in Eastern Idaho are investigating after rifles were reported missing from a property near Henry’s Lake in…
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25,000 acres of forest could see wildfire-risk reduction near Island Park: here’s what that means
The U.S. Forest Service is developing a plan to reduce wildfire risk across roughly 25,000 acres of National Forest land near Island Park — but the…
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Man arrested in Idaho over alleged $40,000 diversion from Reno youth nonprofit
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – A man accused of diverting $40,000 intended for a Reno youth basketball nonprofit has been arrested in Idaho. Jared Winslow…
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Warm and Cloudy Monday as afternoon rain continues to create humid air
We will start the final week of August with warm, humid air as the storm patterns from this weekend move out of Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming.…
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#LiveLikeDom: Idaho Falls turns green to support 18-year-old Dominic Nuñez’s cancer fight
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – One color is lighting up homes, yards, and social media across Idaho Falls this week — all in support of 18-year-old…
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Chip Seal Treatment begins throughout Idaho Falls streets
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Heads up, Idaho Falls Drivers! There is some new summer road work that you want to know about ahead of your daily commute…
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Lingering monsoonal moisture setting up a Monday full of isolated rain pockets
Isolated thunderstorms continue to move through, with lingering monsoonal moisture and a trough moving into the top of the week’s forecast. Most of…
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Wet weather clears as temporary storm risk continues into early week
Monsoonal moisture remains over Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming this Sunday, making isolated and scattered storms likely as we head into the week.…
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Isolated storms continue through Saturday and the weekend forecast
A good chance of storms still lingers into Saturday and the weekend forecast around Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. Local heavy rainfall could be…
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Wet Weather makes a return on this Wednesday with warm temperatures
The persistent dry weather of the past few days is finally coming to an end, as scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this…
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Idaho man aims to ride horse Dasher from Canada to Mexico
ROBERTS, Idaho (KIFI) – A cross-country road trip usually involves a car, a suitcase, and plenty of gas. For Roberts’ Riley Mickelsen, his journey…
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Henry’s Fork Anglers celebrates 50 years of fly-fishing tradition and fellowship in Island Park
ISLAND PARK, Idaho — A longtime Island Park fly shop is celebrating five decades of helping anglers experience one of Idaho’s most well-known…
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Twin Falls: Police release new details in fatal In-N-Out shooting; investigation remains active
Twin Falls Police released new information Friday about the August 1 mass shooting at the city’s In-N-Out Burger, saying investigators still have no…
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Big Rock Fire update: Containment reaches 54% as crews reinforce fire lines
RIRIE, Idaho (KIFI) – Firefighters continue making steady progress on the Big Rock Fire, with containment increasing to 54% as crews work to secure…
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Officials say Island Park cyanobacteria bloom continues to grow as health alert remains in effect
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Several days after a health alert was issued for Island Park Reservoir, Idaho environmental officials say the harmful…
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Yellowstone expands fishing restrictions across nearly all rivers and streams due to extreme heat
YELLOWSTONE, Wyo. (KIFI) – Anglers visiting Yellowstone National Park will face new fishing restrictions beginning this week as park officials…
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Downtown Idaho Falls street lighting and sidewalks get a summer makeover
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Drivers in Idaho Falls should prepare for lane closures beginning Monday, July 27th as the City of Idaho Falls and the…
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Warming temperatures and isolated storms heading into the weekend
We will see brief isolated to scattered showers and storms this Friday and Saturday afternoon as the monsoonal moisture exits our region. Overall,…
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Temperate Thursday with ease-up on wet conditions
Enjoy a nice break from the rain this Thursday as monsoonal moisture begins to dry up, allowing for warmer temperatures and less sporadic weather…
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Wet Wednesday with heavy local rainfall
Expect today to be the wettest period of the week, with scattered and heavy localized rainfall through Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. Storms…
Continue Reading Thunderstorms on Tuesday to continue pattern of wet weather
Storms on this Tuesday will remain scattered and sporadic as we continue to experience monsoonal moisture driving through the area from the South.…
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Stormy Friday and monsoonal moisture staying on the weekend radar
Make sure to pack an umbrella today, as we are expecting rain, lightning showers, thunderstorms, and the possibility of hail across the region this…
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Fremont County issues burn ban amid wildfire danger
ST. ANTHONY, Idaho (KIFI) – As hot, dry weather continues to increase the wildfire threat across eastern Idaho, Fremont County has enacted countywide…
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Stormy heat rising this Thursday and heading into the weekend ahead
IDAHO FALLS, ID (KIFI) – It will be a hot day, with temperatures expected to reach near 90 degrees this afternoon. With drier conditions, fire danger…
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Island Park celebrates local history with monument dedication during America 250 event
ISLAND PARK, ID (KIFI) – Continuing the spirit of America’s 250th birthday festivities, residents of Island Park gathered near Mesa Falls this…
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Search continues for missing man in Snake River Canyon
ALPINE, Wyo (KIFI) – A search and recovery mission continues this morning for a North Carolina man who went missing in the Snake River Canyon over…
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Yellowstone National Park offering free admission for Fourth of July Weekend
YELLOWSTONE, WY (KIFI) – With free admission for U.S. residents from July 3 through July 5, Yellowstone expects especially heavy crowds this weekend…
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The Playmill Theatre opens 2026 season in new Island Park home
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – After years of planning and construction, the curtain is drawn back tonight on a new chapter for one of East Idaho’s most…
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Road Work Alert: Series of road maintenance projects begin across Eastern Idaho
The Idaho Transportation Department will begin a series of scrub seal projects on several major highways in eastern Idaho, causing delays for drivers…
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Friday showers and storms heading into wet weekend
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Shower and thunderstorm developing this Friday morning in the mountains will continue to grow across the region, heading…
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Stormy Thursday with fire risk still in effect
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Expect Thursday’s forecast to be similar to Wednesday, with isolated to scattered thunderstorms with little to no rain…
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Island Park City Hall continues operating from temporary location following arson fire
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – More than three months after an arson fire damaged Island Park City Hall, city leaders are continuing to serve residents…
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Dispute ensues: Fremont County residents seek reconsideration of Sandbox RV Park decision
A group of Fremont County residents has requested that county commissioners reconsider their June 8 decision regarding the Sandbox RV Park near the…
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Traffic Alert: Hoopes Avenue in Idaho Falls temporarily closed beginning Monday
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Drivers across eastern Idaho are continuing to navigate numerous construction zones as road projects remain active…
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Mormon Crickets invade Fremont County
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – A growing Mormon cricket infestation that has already affected thousands of acres in Eastern Idaho is now crawling…
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Experts share vehicle submersion safety tips following recent water rescues in Eastern Idaho
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Recent vehicle-related water rescues in Eastern Idaho are serving as an important reminder about the dangers rivers,…
Continue Reading Resurfacing project on Rexburg’s Main Street begins Monday with temporary lane closures
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Drivers in Rexburg should prepare for temporary traffic changes as a major resurfacing project along Main Street – also known…
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Idaho Free Fishing Day returns Saturday, offering families a chance to fish license-free
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Idahoans and tourists will have a chance to cast a line without purchasing a fishing license this weekend as Idaho Fish…
Continue Reading Yellowstone sees record-breaking May visitation as Grand Teton announces major tourism investment
YELLOWSTONE (KIFI) – As the summer travel season ramps up across the West, two of the region’s most popular national parks are already experiencing…
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Windy Wednesday and cooler temperatures at midweek point
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – We’ll continue to experience a slight cold front push through the area this Wednesday, as gusty winds bring the…
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D91 relaunches free summer meal plan
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls School District 91 is once again offering free meals to children this summer through its annual SUN Program,…
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No Summer Job? How some teens are creating their own opportunities
As many teenagers across the region and country struggle to find traditional summer employment, some local entrepreneurs say the solution may not be…
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Ban of kratom sales passes unaminously in Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The sale of Kratom will be banned in Idaho Falls in a new law set to take effect on July 1, after a unanimous vote was…
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Idaho Falls residents invited to weigh in on proposed kratom ban at Thursday council meeting
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Idaho Falls residents will have an opportunity Thursday night to share their thoughts on a proposed ban of kratom within…
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Construction on track for Willow Creek Elementary, set to open in Fall 2026
Construction of Willow Creek Elementary, District 93’s newest elementary school, is on track to open in September…
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Island Park Planning and Zoning Commission denies controversial Henry’s Lake Flats rezoning request
The Island Park Planning and Zoning Commission has denied a controversial proposal for further development in the Henry’s Lake Flats area, marking a…
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Cool start to June and lingering showers throughout Monday
We will start June with cooler temperatures and a brief period of showers moving through Eastern Idaho, heading northward. Although today may require…
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Teen summer job market hits historic all-time low
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Many students are celebrating their final day of school and beginning the hunt for a fun summer job: an opportunity to…
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Idaho’s “100 Deadliest Days” increases statewide patrol… and gas prices
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – While Memorial Day weekend may be over, Idaho’s summer travel season is only beginning — and so are concerns over rising…
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Memorial Day forecast: Warm temperatures and scattered thunderstorms
We will observe this year’s Memorial Day with temperatures climbing into the lower 80s and isolated thunderstorms that will persist through the…
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Grizzly Encounters: How the warmer weather has impacted Yellowstone wildlife
YELLOWSTONE (KIFI) – As warmer temperatures arrive earlier than usual across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, wildlife experts say the current…
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Southeast Idaho Students shine at Patty Duke Awards, with two advancing to the Jimmy Awards Finals in NYC
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Southeast Idaho students took center stage at this year’s Patty Duke Awards, bringing home some of the biggest honors in…
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Primary Election Day 2026: Reminders as you head to the polls
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – It is officially Primary Election Day in Idaho, and voters have a few things to keep in mind as they head to the poll booths…
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Sunny and breezy Friday to waltz into the cooler weekend
Spring-like conditions will continue through Friday, with the sunny and breezy weather from yesterday carrying into today’s forecast. High…
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Sunny and Breezy Thursday to disrupt the record high temperatures of the week
The record-breaking high temperatures from earlier this week will take a brief pause as we cool down due to the First Alert Weather on Wednesday. We…
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Roadwork Notice: Ammon Road repairs underway
AMMON, ID (KIFI) – A heads-up to drivers in Ammon this Tuesday: plan for delays today as crews repair damage left by an earlier water main break.…
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Island Park’s first traffic signal: Installation begins at U.S. 20 and Yale-Kilgore
Installation of the area’s first traffic signal is underway at the intersection of U.S. 20 and Yale-Kilgore Road in Island Park, Idaho, to improve…
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Idaho gas prices jump 13 cents in a week, average now $4.46 per gallon
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Gas prices in Idaho have increased by 13 cents over the past week, bringing the average cost of a gallon of regular…
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Two injured in Yellowstone Bear encounter near Mystic Falls Trail
Two hikers were injured Monday afternoon, May 4, following an encounter with one or more bears near the Mystic Falls Trail. The incident marks the…
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Idaho adopts the “Ready, Set, Go!” Wildfire Safety Program for Wildfire Awareness Month
Idaho (KIFI) – As wildfire season approaches amid an abnormally dry, warm spring, Idaho is rolling out a new standardized evacuation system designed…
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National Heatstroke Prevention Day – Precautions parents can take now to keep their children safe
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – May 1st is National Heatstroke Prevention Day, dedicated to raising awareness of a danger that can be deadly in just a few…
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Women of the Gem State Gunslingers take the reins ahead of the region’s mounted shooting event
Rigby, Idaho (KIFI) – The spirit of the Old West is alive and well in eastern Idaho—but today, it’s being assisted in the reign by a group of…
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Local News 8 joins “Battle of The Badges” blood drive challenge to help save lives across Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A friendly competition between Air Idaho Rescue, EIRMC, and American Red Cross has now made its way right into the Local…
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Leaving a mark: Declaration of Independence replica stops in Rexburg for ‘America 250’ Tour
Tuesday, the Madison Library District hosts a special appearance of a traveling replica of the Declaration of Independence, and people lined up to…
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5,500 Miles for America: Cross-country runner Noah Coughlan inspires Idaho on epic coast-to-coast journey
“I would walk 500 miles, and I would walk 5000 more…” A cross-country odyssey is making its way through Idaho—one determined step at a…
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Eastern Idaho residents invited to drop-off expired medications for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Eastern Idaho residents are being encouraged to clean out their medicine cabinets this weekend as part of National…
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“Battle of The Badges” blood drive challenge aims to save lives across Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A friendly competition is turning into a life-saving mission across Idaho. Air Idaho Rescue, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical…
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Museum of Idaho celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with interactive exhibit
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A major milestone in American history is being celebrated right here in East Idaho. The Museum of Idaho has just opened a…
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“Changing lives through horses and habits”: Bridle Up Hope celebrates graduates in Idaho Falls
A new program in Idaho Falls is helping girls and women build confidence—not in a classroom, but in the saddle. Bridle Up Hope has officially…
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Mild Monday with warm temperatures and sunny skies
If the rain and colder temperatures last week weren’t your favorite kind of weather conditions, you are in luck. As we start off the week, we’ll…
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East Idaho Home & Garden show returns to the Mountain America Center this weekend
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Contrary to the colder weather of the past few days, spring is in the air in eastern Idaho—and for many homeowners, that…
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Spring freezes in Eastern Idaho: experts at T&T Lawn Service offer advice for keeping your yard healthy
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – With spring weather in Eastern Idaho comes unpredictable conditions, including freezing temperatures and late-season storms.…
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Local vendors helping students shine this prom season—without the high cost
With prom season right around the corner, several organizations and businesses across Eastern Idaho are stepping up to make sure every student has…
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Week of the Young Child celebrations throughout Eastern Idaho supporting young learners
Communities across the Gem State are celebrating the annual Week of the Young Child, a nationwide initiative focused on early childhood education,…
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Road Closure on S. 5th West in Idaho Falls to cause traffic disruptions & school bus delays
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A major construction project along South 5th West is now underway, bringing significant traffic impacts and delays for…
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