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Search ramps up for 88-year-old man missing in Idaho Falls Snake River

Search crews are searching for Teng Go, an 88-year-old Arizona man who fell into the Snake River near the Idaho Falls Greenbelt on Sunday. This follows a similar drowning incident involving John Green earlier this summer, sparking local debate over whether safety barriers should be installed. While some residents advocate for more protection, others argue that such measures would diminish the area’s natural beauty.

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Police urge caution as parents share kid photos during back-to-school

Lunches are packed, and the outfits are perfect; now time to pose for that iconic back-to-school picture. But before you snap that photo for social media, be aware of some of the hidden risks of sharing too much information on social media.

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office warns a child’s image can be spread far beyond the intended audience. Even if you’re just sharing to a small group of people, you have no control over where others can share your information.

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Idaho gas prices are up a dollar from last year – Here’s why!

Gas prices in Idaho reached an average of $4.49 per gallon this week, marking a significant increase over last year. While the state remains among the nation’s most expensive for fuel, its national ranking recently slipped from seventh to eighth place. Experts suggest that while high crude oil prices maintain upward pressure, a seasonal decline in travel demand could eventually offer some relief to consumers.

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Health care hero in need of support – Dr. David Bowman

From offering free flu shots at his clinics, to his weekly segments on our show called “No Appointment Necessary”, where he offered free medical to viewers: Doctor David Bowman has been a long time member of the Southeast Idaho Health Care Community. Earlier this year, he was admitted to the hospital for a severe case of Pneumonia. His oxygen levels dropped to around 40 in his system. Now he is on the lung donation list, awaiting a match.

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States may soon manage grizzly bears after exceeding recovery goals

The federal government is moving to grant states more authority over grizzly bear management following a petition from Montana. This proposal would allow state agencies to regulate populations that have met federal recovery benchmarks. Idaho officials, including Senator Jim Risch and Governor Brad Little, praised the decision, arguing that local wildlife experts are better equipped to make conservation decisions than federal bureaucrats.

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Anti-death penalty advocates rally against Idaho’s firing squad protocol in virtual press conference

Today, anti-death penalty advocates Execution Intervention Project and Clergy United Against the Death Penalty are hosting a virtual press conference to address Idaho’s return to the firing squad as the primary method of execution. As part of the briefing, the groups unveiled a new billboard in Boise on Grove Street, near the 1500 Block, bearing a direct message to state leaders: “Don’t Shoot Tom Creech.”

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Show us your artwork! – Local artist’s celebrate World Watercolor Month

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)– July is recognized as World Watercolor Month, an international celebration founded a decade ago by Missouri artist Charlie O’Shields. The annual event encourages people around the world to pick up a paintbrush while promoting the importance of art and creativity. A simple mixture of sugar, honey and pigment creates watercolor paint, but

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E-bike safety concerns grow after fatal crashes in Idaho

s e-bikes continue to surge in popularity, safety experts and medical professionals are raising concerns about the risks associated with the high-speed bicycles, particularly for children and teenagers.

The renewed focus on e-bike safety comes after two recent fatal crashes in Idaho. A Boise teenager was killed in an e-bike crash, while just a week earlier, a North Idaho man died after losing control of his e-bike near Spirit Lake.

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Parents find community through music and movement

The Idaho Falls Public Library has launched a new program called Music and Movement, which invites parents with children aged 0-5 to learn while singing and dancing. The program is designed to develop core skills for children but it also provides a great way for parents to build a community and support system. The creator of the program, Sarah Carr, has made it her mission to help lonely parents find their community by providing a space for them to connect and build relationships.

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Community honors Jenefer Mitchell’s legacy of hope and recovery

Jenefer Mitchell, a woman who helped others recover from addiction, was remembered by hundreds of people at a memorial service in Idaho Falls. Mitchell believed that anyone can overcome addiction and fought to show others that they could do it. She was heavily involved with The Center for Hope Peer Recovery Center, which provides free addiction and mental health recovery support services to adults.

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How to Detect and Protect against Skin Cancer

Skin Cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, The Skin Cancer Foundation says one in five people will be diagnosed with Skin Cancer in their lifetime.

A simple sunburn can cause significant damage in the long-run.

“All these things are cumulative over a lifetime,” Doctor Christopher Valentine, the Medical Director of Optum Care said. “And every time you get sunburned, that is significantly increasing your future risk.”

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Bram Stoker unleashed Dracula 129 years ago—Let it inspire your Summer Reading List

129 years ago, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was published and has changed pop culture and our education system forever. This book is typically read at a high school level, with some schools having the full, unabridged novel a part of their curriculum.

With summer break near, it’s important to remember books like Dracula for our summer reading. Although, summer reading is considered important for students and kids, it’s actually beneficial for all ages, including adults, to participate in this summer tradition.

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Your Vote, Your Voice: Secretary McGrane urges Idahoans to hit the polls for Tuesday’s Primary

With Tuesday’s primary election fast approaching, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane is aiming to remind and educate voters of the importance of Idaho’s primaries. Speaking to the Idaho Falls City Club on Thursday, it was noted that only about 30% of Idaho’s 2 million residents typically participate in the primary process, which means the entire election is typically up to roughly 600,000 voters.

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