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Dealing with Stress and Anxiety

Anxiety can be crippling for many Americans, especially during a crisis. Every headline can add pressure, worry, and uncertainty. And during shelter-in-place orders, there are even fewer ways to deal with those worries. Fortunately, many organizations are working hard to help people alleviate their anxiety and stress. Here are some helpful tips to breathe easy

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Being prepared for what’s next

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Emergencies can strike at any moment. Just having a 72-hour supply of the necessities can take you a long way according to Jefferson County Emergency Management Director Rebecca Squires. “Mental preparedness is huge,” Squires said. “Have a plan. A lot of people were really surprised when (COVID-19) this thing kicked

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Bar-B-Que for a cause

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With many people staying at home, the demands on the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission starts to rise. Pitmaster Bar-B-Que Company is stepping up to help out the community with their ’21 days of Bar-B-Que for a cause’. Starting on Friday, anyone who drops off a non-perishable food item donation to

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Local boy heads to Washington D.C.

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Kaleb Chatelain was awarded the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. On average, 2 awards are given per state. A middle school student and a high school student are chosen for giving back to the community. He was inspired by his young cousin who suffers from a genetic disorder. Chatelain created fliers

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The ‘world’s worst cat’ has been adopted

Despite the odds, the “World’s Worst Cat” has just been adopted into a loving family. The Mitchell County Animal Rescue in North Carolina posted an adoption ad on Facebook last month that introduced the world to Perdita, the ‘”World’s Worst Cat.” “We thought she was sick,” the ad said. “Turns out she’s just a jerk.”

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