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Bringing a community together

JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming (KIFI/KIDK) – It all started with bagels. “We wanted to do something for the local bagel shop which was closing,” Meagan Murtagh and Lisa Roarke of The Hole Quarantine said. “So we texted a bunch of our friends and really quickly we raised a lot of money to buy a ton of

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Gov. Little stops in Idaho Falls

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Governor Brad Little traveled around the state to meet with small business owners. One of his stops was at Weebee Toys in Downtown Idaho Falls. He spent some time looking around the store and talking to staff. The road trip around the state is part of allocating $300 million dollars

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Chukars team up to help Food Basket

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This time of year Melaleuca Field is usually hosting high school baseball games. On Friday, they were filling up the Idaho Falls Food Basket truck to help the community. “It’s been steady, it’s been steady,” Idaho Falls Chukars President and General Manager, Kevin Greene said. “We haven’t had any huge

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Using your new money wisely

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – You may be checking your bank app waiting for the government to send you a direct deposit. Many Americans are starting to get their stimulus checks from the federal government this week. Financial experts say you need to use that money sparingly. “Everybody’s situation is going to certainly vary in

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Crushing the Curve in Idaho

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – For Crush the Curve Idaho, the first thing to figure out was how to get supplies when the whole country is looking for them. They got some help from a neighboring state. “Early on with our friends in Utah they told us don’t go through traditional channels,” BVA Development CEO,

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Staying safe in the back-country

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – As the weather warms up, the amount of activity in the back-country and outdoor recreational areas goes up. Despite being spring, avalanche danger is still high and the water is starting to rise on the Snake River. “So one of the issues right now is that we’re in that time

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Local business alternatives for groceries

RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- What’s old is new again at two Eastern Idaho dairy farms. At Reed’s Dairy, the classic milkman is appearing on more doorsteps. Alan Reed the dairy’s president says demand for their drive thru and delivery service has grown. Reed says, “This has become very popular over the last month with all of

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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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