As Idaho institutions raise tuition costs, will CEI do the same?
“It’s certainly something that CEI will examine, but we will never be anywhere as close to the tuition as a…
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day set April 27
Do you have unused or expired prescription…
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Middle school holds large-scale lockdown drill
“We always want our kids to feel safe and secure and that they understand what to do in these…
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Look out for utility lines while doing yard work
“Do not try to pinch it off [or] shut it off by yourself. It can be a dangerous…
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Keeping Idaho’s roads clean
“[These volunteers] have saved the state as much as $25…
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Local nonprofit helps ease SE Idaho’s stray animal population
“It’s hard sometimes for them to be able to purchase cat food–mostly cat food and dog…
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Update: Railroad yard clean-up in the works
This has been a long time coming because the railroad is not city…
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Local theater gets digital projectors for improved audience experience
“This would be like going from a halogen light bulb to an LED light…
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Fire managers say to plan before burning weeds
“We’ll likely have a delayed start to fire…
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Idaho Takes Flight: New Museum of Idaho exhibit opens
“That’s the kind of thing that really excites me about learning about history is getting to see these personal…
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Yellowstone coyote nicknamed ‘Limpy’ tries to sucker tourists for food
Yellowstone National Park will fully open soon, and many people are excited to see the park’s natural beauty and…
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Public responds to Idaho Falls School District 91 budget cuts
Budget cuts were a contentious topic at Idaho Falls School District 91’s school board meeting on Wednesday.…
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Raising chickens vs buying eggs at the store
“You have to factor in how many chickens you want, how big you have to build your…
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Public gets to give input on preserving historic buildings
“We need to keep [the Preservation Plan] updated and…that population growth is just an indicator of why we would do something like…
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ISP works to give sexual assault survivors easier access to support
“Survivors must receive the care and support they deserve, regardless of their…
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Make-A-Wish tries to recruit 1 million supporters in April
The “WishMakers Wanted” campaign’s launch coincides with World Wish…
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Local Hope Squad scattering Easter eggs with hopeful messages
Each egg has a small toy duck in it, along with a note that says “Please…
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CEI announces President Rick Aman’s retirement
“While I am excited to explore new opportunities, my affections remain with CEI and the incredible people who have made this journey so…
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How to help youth at risk
“[Youth] have different levels of challenges, and there are some kids that face different challenges than…
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Pocatello hosts 2024 Spring Fair
The annual three-day Spring Fair 2024 is going on at Holt Arena in Pocatello this…
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Pocatello man appears on the Kelly Clarkson Show
Boodry says talking with Kelly Clarkson was a “comfortable…
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Fighting springtime allergies
“It depends a lot on what your genetic predisposition is, what you’re allergic to, and then what environment you are exposed…
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Idaho’s first blue alert sent out Wednesday
You may have gotten a Blue Alert on your cell phone…
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How potential rule making could harm off-road vehicle users
“That would mean a stop to manufacturing vehicles for all those folks who use our…
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Pocatello to host Brownfield redevelopment open houses
Several developers have transformed Brownfield sites into golf courses and mixed use…
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Potential rule-making could harm off-highway vehicle users
A potential federal action could impact thousands of people in Idaho who use off-highway…
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D91 receives large musical instrument donation
This donation will benefit several students who want to play guitar, but might not be able to provide one to be taught…
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Condo residents facing carport collapse aftermath
Since Local News 8 started investigating, the carport has been fully…
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University students spend spring break doing service
“A lot of us have never been this far west, especially to Idaho, and we just wanted to serve the local…
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Cleanup begins on collapsed carport
Cleanup has started on the collapsed carport at the Westwood Park Village condominiums in Idaho…
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New Idaho House bill lets funeral homes dispose of unclaimed human remains
“We wait a whole year after the person has passed and then…we spread [the cremated…
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Man arrested for killing ex-girlfriend’s horse
After examining the horse, the deputy told Jones there was “no logical reason” for him to kill…
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Wyoming Energy Authority opens State Energy Program Grants
“The focus of the program is on reducing energy use in order to save money on utility bills for those…
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Drowsy driving deaths are 10X higher than before
The best defense is to get enough sleep, about 7 hours a…
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ISU hosts VEX Robotics Competition for high school students
“Getting that entry experience into the world of engineering…it’s…
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FAFSA processing delay gives students opportunity to apply for scholarships
“Take this time to be laser focused on applying for…
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Mackenzie River Pizza owners ordered to pay $319K for wage violations
An Idaho Falls restaurant has been ordered to pay a total of $319,000 for illegal tip sharing, child labor, and overtime violations.…
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Eagle Rock Middle School celebrates Black History Month with African-American community members
“[The students are] loving it! They’re asking great…
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How to protect yourself from pickpocketing
More than 400,000 pickpocketing incidents happen every day, says…
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Middle and high school students get hands-on STEM learning at ISU
“To have folks actually apply science, do it instead of just reading about it—that makes all the difference in…
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New 6th to 12th grade career technical charter school opening in Idaho Falls Fall 2024
The new sixth to twelfth grade grade career technical charter school offers education in Idaho’s industry…
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D91’s amended budget is nearly $11 million more than original budget
“The school board and the district are both more aware and more familiar with the budget, what’s been allocated where, and know how to watch it and…
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Idaho ranks sixth in biggest reading score drop from 2019 to 2022
“About a third [of parents] are worried and concerned about the long term impacts of the pandemic on…their child’s…
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Mountain lion sightings increase in Idaho and Utah
Never run away from a mountain lion. The lion’s instinct is to chase and ultimately catch what it perceives as potential…
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ISU Civil Engineering leads research for earthquake-resistant bridges
“The connections between the elements are crucial for seismic resiliency. They must be strong enough to resist forces and deformations during an…
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Valentine’s Day rush for local businesses
“It’s just nice…to support them…and a holiday where they can share how much they appreciate their loved…
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How couples can combine their finances more easily
“It’s an emotional thing for couples to work through together and figure out their…
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School bus stop arm violations in School District 91
Ada County recently reported seeing a “shocking” increase in people driving around school buses when they are stopped and have their stop arms…
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Scammers taking advantage of ACP
“Bad actors have used the program…to deceive customers into signing up for various types of…
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Protecting your home from household pests
“Even though it’s still snowing…we still want to treat for those…
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Loneliness around Valentine’s Day can reveal problems with alcohol
“Let’s get proactive and try to address these things early and and circumvented and and it’s much easier to do it early…
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Mountain America launches 2nd annual Elevate Scholarship Program
“We want to make sure that this is an unbiased, fair look at these…
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Applying for college scholarships more easily
“But there’s a lot of resources that schools have and a lot of people that have the knowledge that they’re seeking and kind of guide them the right…
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U of I researcher to help update national alcohol guidelines
“So actually, there there is quite a bit of national interest in this because our our conclusions will be used to set…
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Human trafficking rates rise in Idaho
“Some of those are for, you know, prostitution purposes or or are runaways or people that get tied into gangs and things like…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office practices water rescue
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office had a diving training on Friday which prepared them for Sunday’s water recovery and rescues they might need to…
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Ice fishing safety tips
“You should always drill test holes, bring a spud bar and bring ice spikes that you can wear around your…
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18th annual Souper Bowl kicks off
The schools collected over 200,000 food cans in…
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Using social media to teach youth about dangers of vaping
It’s illegal to vape under the age of 21 in Idaho, but studies show one in every five teens have tried…
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Madison County officials share progress and goals
He says Rexburg is America’s family community because of its people and their sense of…
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EIRMC provides alternative to lifelong blood thinners
“We know that this procedure will reduce the risk of stroke, similar to being on blood…
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Reed’s Dairy picks up pieces after fire destroys main processing plant
The aftermath of the fire at Reed’s Dairy has far-reaching…
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Construction begins at 17th Street and Holmes Avenue
The project is expected to be completed in late spring or early…
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Eastern Idaho Ag Expo draws in hundreds
“[They are] better for the environment, but better for the farmers as well. Electric powered equipment is very…
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Idaho traffic deaths reached 20 year high in 2023
You have to look all the way back to 2003, when 293 were killed, to find a deadlier…
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Winter is the most important time to wash your car
“About two and a half times per month should maintain your car in a very healthy condition year…
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Idaho Falls School District superintendent explains why budget cuts are needed
Budget cuts are ahead this coming school year for the Idaho Falls School District…
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Annual Wild West WinterFest held in Island Park
“Every place in town has something…
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New wildlife photography exhibit comes to Idaho Falls
“We are excited because…it really highlights the beautiful place that we…
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Idaho businesses warned of scam mailings and ads
“We must look out for small businesses and hold scam artists…
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