“We will rebuild:” Blackhawk BBQ food truck destroyed in accident
A local business owner is looking to rebuild after an accident on Interstate 15 totaled his food truck.
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Texas Roadhouse helps raise funds for a special shopping event
“Hopefully, turns their situation into a more positive one, especially as they interact with law enforcement”
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Jackknifed semi-trailer blocks US 26 lane
The Idaho Department of Transportation reports US 26 eastbound is blocked near Palisades Reservoir due to a jackknifed tractor-trailer.
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Teton Pass to close Friday morning
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Wyoming 22, Teton Pass for Friday, Dec. 13 at 3:00 a.m. for avalanche mitigation.
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Reindeer bring some early holiday cheer to Ammon
Santa and some reindeer made a stop to help two charities in time for the holidays.
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Multiple crashes on I-15 between Pocatello and Blackfoot
UPDATE: Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash southbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 88, south of Blackfoot around 10:50 a.m. Wednesday.
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Dog pond gets makeover from volunteers
Volunteers spent the day braving winter weather to make sure our dogs have a safe place to swim in the summer.
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Can you imagine hanging 230,000 Christmas lights? Here’s where you can enjoy them from the comfort of your car
Many who see the show always wonder how much the Belnap’s electric bill must be.
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Experts say divorce rates rise after holidays
Divorce rates rise after holidays IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A lot of people recognize the holidays as a time of joy but experts say it’s the season of divorce. There is a lot of pressure to ensure the festive season is perfect. When reality falls short of expectations, it can be very difficult for
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Colorado initiative would OK reintroducing the gray wolf
Wildlife activists want Colorado voters to decide next year if the endangered gray wolf should be reintroduced in the state decades after it was hunted to near-extinction.
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Portneuf Capital closes deal for former Hoku site
In the saga of the former Hoku site, the Solargise chapter has come to close.
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Helicopter flights underway statewide for big game surveys
Idaho Fish and Game staff have started using low-flying helicopters to count deer and elk populations.
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Avalanche safety: There’s one important tool that won’t fit in your backpack
“You owe it to yourself, your family, and your friends to come home at the end of the day of backcountry skiing.”
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2019 Chubbuck Christmas Lighting Contest winners
The City of Chubbuck has announced the annual Christmas Lighting Contest winners for 2019.
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Idaho gas prices drop
Idaho gas prices have fallen 5.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.83/g today, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 802 stations.
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US wildlife officials agree to grizzly bear review
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – U.S. wildlife officials will review whether more protections are needed for grizzly bears in the Lower 48 states after animal advocates sued the government in a bid to restore the animals to more areas, according to court documents filed Monday. The review must be completed by March 31, 2021, under a
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Christmas Lights How-To: the safe and low-cost way
During the holidays, we don’t just see a spike in our energy bill: Accidents increase significantly, putting a bummer on the holiday spirit.
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Brilliant Christmas lights in Chubbuck
Tis’ the season to show your Christmas cheer, and the City of Chubbuck is cheering on all the home and business owners that are lighting up their homes with brilliant Christmas lights displays.
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Denny’s Wrecker Service continues December towing tradition
For over 30 years, Denny’s Wrecker Service has been offering drivers in the Pocatello-Chubbuck area a safe way to get home during the holidays.
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ICCU donates $450,000 of equipment to ISU tech students
Idaho State University students got a big donation from Idaho Central Credit Union–one that will help them get jobs in the future.
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Idaho Post Offices prepared for avalanche of holiday cards, packages
The Pocatello Post Office is one of seven in southern Idaho that will extend its weekend hours for the busy season.
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The holidays aren’t always happy for some.
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- With all the happiness of the holiday season in full swing it’s can be a different feeling for many. This time of year can bring out stress and unhappiness in many. What can you do to ease the issues that arise? It’s important to remember there are resources in our area
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Pocatello family on bittersweet journey to fund cruise with mom battling cancer
It’s been said that timing is everything and that couldn’t be truer for one Pocatello family. For the Carlsons, John, Cally, and their four children, the time is now.
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Cow elk found left to waste and domestic cow shot near Leadore
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is asking the public’s help regarding a cow elk that was shot and left to waste on private property west of Leadore in hunt unit 29.
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Family Christmas concert donates gifts for local families
The spirit of giving sometimes comes in the form of a song. In this case, a concert.
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Recent storms slow travelers, help skiers
Recent winter storms have made travel treacherous in some parts of the Gem State, but they’ve also been a difference-maker for skiers and snowboarders.
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Cold and snow doesn’t stop Christmas parade
Dozens braved the cold and snowy streets of Old Town Friday to get a look at the Christmas Night Lights Parade.
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Thanksgiving inside the Bannock County Jail
Every year, on the last Thursday in November, kitchens are hard at work making sure the big meal is ready to go.
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Street crews preparing for pre-winter storms
It’s all hands on deck for the Pocatello street department Wednesday. Street crews were out all morning plowing roads and spraying salt brine on the streets. However, their job is not done yet. In fact, this first winter storm is just a preview of what they can expect for the rest of the season. “We
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Whitworth family tradition keeps holiday meals on the table
While many families spent Wednesday preparing their big meal for Thursday, one local family was carving up meals for nearly 700 people. It’s a family tradition that the Whitworth’s and Evans’ have no plan of stopping.
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Is your car prepared for the snow?
Winter storms can be unexpected, but preparing your car is all about forethought.
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Wackerli Subaru to pay full cat adoption and half dog adoption fee at event on Saturday
The Snake River Animal Shelter will be at Wackerli Subaru this Saturday, Nov. 30 with some of the animals that are available and ready for adoption.
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Thanksgiving dinner only one penny more expensive than last year
The cost of a ten person meal rose only a penny since last year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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Weather may cause holiday travel trouble
The weeks around Thanksgiving are always among the busiest for the travel. In fact, a record 31.6 million Americans are expected to take flight over that period (Nov. 22 – Dec. 3) this year. But there’s one thing that could be standing in the way of many in the area. As you might have guessed, it’s the weather.
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Get your Holiday Happy Pass on Cyber Monday
The Eastern Idaho State Fair is once again offering a holiday deal for fair fanatics.
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Salvation Army kicks off Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army is hitting the pavement this week to collect donations for its annual Red Kettle fundraiser.
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Stoplight install begins overnight at busy intersection
AMMON, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Power crews were braving the cold temperatures Monday night to begin installing the traffic light system at the intersection of Sunnyside Road and Ammon Road. Arco Electric is doing the installation. One of the workers told KIDK Eyewitness News 3 anchor Todd Kunz that they planned to have all the cross-arms
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ITD prepares roads for Thanksgiving snowstorm
The Idaho Transportation Department prepared roads for the upcoming snowstorm, but holiday travel may still be dangerous.
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Stop! Washing your Thanksgiving turkey could spread germs
Go ahead and rinse your cranberries, potatoes and green beans. But food experts say don’t — repeat don’t — wash the turkey before popping it in the oven on Thanksgiving Day.
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How to make sure your holiday package is delivered on time and skip the line at the post office
At the USPS Idaho Falls location, you can visit a self-service kiosk that runs 24 hours a day, even when the post office is closed.
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Thanksgiving travel tips
AAA says about 296,000 Idahoans will be hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year.
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Interfaith Thanksgiving sermon honors Pocatello Police
The Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship hosted an interfaith Thanksgiving sermon on Sunday evening.
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Pebble Creek preparing for upcoming season
This weekend, many mountains around the region are opening or preparing to open. Pebble Creek isn’t quite there yet, but the lifts were spinning Saturday.
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Deck the Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Here’s a chance to see a unique holiday sight. A local company plans to deck the falls for the holidays. “ANDX” has come up with a way to project video and images onto the water falling over the falls, and use the water as a projector screen. They plan to
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Foster and adoptive parents needed in Idaho
November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize the urgent need for foster and adoptive families in the country. Friday, at the Bannock County Courthouse, a very special adoption ceremony was held.
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Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community
Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy store.
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National Rural Health Day holds deeper meaning for some ISU students
Nearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural communities and, as a result, have less access to health care. Thursday is National Rural Health Day and at ISU, students with rural backgrounds are inspired to make a difference.
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Operation Safe Travel makes sure students are safe for holiday travel
With holiday traveling around the corner, it’s important to make sure our vehicles are safe and ready to go.
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Grand Targhee postpones opening indefinetely
Grand Targhee Ski Resort has called off a Friday opening.
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Study shows bison tend their pastures
A 10-year study of bison migration and grazing in Yellowstone National Park confirm the animals shape vegetation cycles and enhance growth throughout the summer months.
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Record-breaking green bean casserole weighs 1,009 pounds
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Green Giant has cooked up a giant green bean casserole.
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Just in time for the holidays, you can add a canine companion to your family for free.
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Executive Order could mean extra work for ISP
On Tuesday, Gov. Brad Little put forth an Executive Order that will allow hemp to be transported through Idaho legally, with a number of stipulations.
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Virtual gun range, supply company offers unique training for officers
A unique local business is helping first responders prepare for the worst – safely.
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Oh deer! Peak season for hitting wildlife on the road is here
With big game animals on the move for mating and migration, wildlife-vehicle collisions tend to peak this time of year. You are urged to slow down and be extra careful.
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Learn how to use phones, computers at new Blackfoot course
Being left behind in the digital age can make people feel isolated from the world.
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Pocatello Festival of Trees kicks off 10th annual fundraiser
School District 25 is kicking off its 10th annual Festival of Trees on Tuesday night with the opening gala.
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Inmates train dogs at the Idaho K9 Academy
he director of the Idaho K9 Academy has more work than he can handle. Since opening in January at the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls, more and more people are learning about the fantastic pet training available locally. Coby Varonovich says he can’t keep up.
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Get $20 feline spay/neuter vouchers on Wednesday
The East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition will be releasing 133 feline spay and neuter vouchers on Wednesday at 9 a.m.
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What is the Idaho K9 Academy?
The Snake River Animal Shelter opened in Idaho Falls four years ago and is experiencing incredible success. Animals dropped off there can stay for an unlimited amount of time. Euthanasia is seldom, if ever, an option.
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‘Wall of Warmth’ is offering a unique way for people to stay warm
A “Wall of Warmth” in Idaho Falls is offering a unique way for everyone in the community to stay warm.
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Festival of Trees kicks off the holiday season
The festival has helped launch very merry seasons here for 45 years.
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Fish and Game studying pheasant hunting season
By the end of the season, Idaho Fish and Game will release 3,000 pheasants in the Sterling Wildlife Management Area.
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Pushing to get Medical Marijuana on 2020 ballot
Members of the Idaho Cannabis Coalition gathered at Rumors Pub in Pocatello on Saturday to gather the signatures they need to get the Idaho Medical Marijuana Act on the 2020 ballot.
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Fishing: A family business
Wading in the south fork of the Snake River, Boots Allen knows exactly what he’s looking for. A third-generation fly fishing guide, he comes from a family well known in the community.
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Former Extreme Huntress looks to go Ultimate
Lindsay Christensen is no stranger to a bow and arrow — she’s been shooting since she was four and competing in international competitions since she was eight.
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The commute of east Idaho’s future
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – It’s no secret that Idaho is growing. In fact, the Gem State has seen nearly a 12 percent population increase over the last decade. While most of that growth has come to Boise and the surrounding areas, there is talk of a similar population boom in southeastern Idaho. Now, people are
Continue Reading How to give back during the holiday season
With only two weeks until Thanksgiving, the holiday season is officially upon us. For those looking to give back to their community, here’s your 2019 Guide to Giving Back.
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Ben Rector coming to Rexburg
Emmy-nominated musician Ben Rector will perform at Brigham Young University-Idaho in March as part of his 2020 acoustic tour.
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Gas prices on the rise
Idaho gas prices rose again this week.
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Updates on the Lorenzo Bridge construction
For drivers who pass the Lorenzo Bridge daily, the construction project might feel like it’s been going on for years, but the end is near.
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Wyoming wildlife crossing projects press forward
Two Wyoming agencies have committed a combined $2.5 million to help install wildlife underpasses along US 189 to help reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and improve safety.
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Local shelters overflowing with cats
Shelters across Eastern Idaho are running out of room for cats.
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Young angler breaks state record with 36.5 inch rainbow trout
An 8-year-old angler set a new catch-and-release record for Gerrard rainbow trout.
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Free cat adoption event at the Idaho Falls Animal Shelter
If you’ve been on the hunt for a furry addition for your family, now is the time to adopt.
Continue Reading Trends indicate higher gas prices
Gas prices rose by 5.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.87 per gallon Monday morning, according to consumer watchdog GasBuddy.com.
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Partially harvested cow elk left behind
Body parts from two cow elk are wasted in the backcountry.
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Rexburg offers kids a warm place to trick or treat and play
Many kids look forward to spending the day dressed as their favorite character for Halloween, but with the chilly weather, some of those costumes end up being covered up by a winter coat.
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New roundabout construction scheduled for Monday
Construction on a new mini-roundabout at the intersection of 17th Street and 45th Street will begin on Monday.
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Annual Grand Teton elk hunt begins Saturday
An annual elk hunt is about to begin in Grand Teton National Park.
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Snake River Doodles Therapy Animals & Petting Zoo set to hold annual Halloween events
Children and parents are gearing up for Thursday night’s Halloween festivities. One event in Pocatello is an annual favorite.
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7-foot long sturgeon get new home in Idaho Falls
Two 7-foot long sturgeon were transported 190 miles from the Hagerman Fish Hatchery to the Snake River in Idaho Falls after spending the first 25 years of their life in a Fish and Game display pond. Officials say these long-lived giants still have a long life ahead of them. “Sturgeon can live to be around
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House passes bill that makes animal cruelty federal felony
The House has unanimously passed a bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony. The PACT Act — which stands for Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture — was approved by the House on Tuesday. The bipartisan act, introduced by Florida congressmen Ted Deutch and Vern Buchanan, will revise a previous law passed in 2010. “The
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Killing of orphaned Idaho black bear cub raises questions
Questions are being raised after an Idaho Department of Fish and Game officer killed an orphaned black bear cub in Hailey last week rather than send it to a rehabilitation facility. Terry Thompson of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game tells the Idaho Mountain Express the agency generally doesn’t consider big game animals for
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Idaho gas prices edge up again
GasBuddy’s latest report shows Idaho gas prices rose 2.3 cents per gallon over the past week. At the time of its survey Sunday, prices averaged $2.78 per gallon at 802 stations surveyed. That is 6.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago, but 32.1 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. Across the
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Wyoming man sentenced to 9 months in jail for poaching deer
A man has been sentenced to serve nine months in jail for illegally killing deer in northern Wyoming. The Sheridan Press reported Gregg Lambdin was convicted of 11 counts of wanton destruction of a big game animal in 4th Judicial District Court Thursday. Officials say a plea agreement requires Lambdin to complete one year of
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Former Blackfoot Mayor seeing the sweeter side of life
Although Halloween is still 30 days away, people in Blackfoot had the opportunity to get their candy fill Tuesday at a new shop, with a familiar face behind the counter. Inside The Candy Jar, Blackfoot’s newest sweet shop, you can find clusters, caramels, and caffeine. And behind the counter, former Blackfoot Mayor Paul Loomis. Since
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Fish salvage order issued for Jensen Grove Pond
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for the pond at Jensen Grove Park in Blackfoot effective now through October 31. During the salvage order timeline at Jensen Grove Pond: Fish may be taken by any method except use of firearms, explosives, chemicals, electric current, or prohibited baits All bag,
Continue Reading Idaho gas prices edge up
Idaho gas prices bumped up 2.1 cents per gallon in the past week. GasBuddy surveys of 802 Idaho service stations indicate prices averaged $2.76 per gallon Monday. Prices in Idaho are 3.5 cents higher than a month ago, but 35.7 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price fell 2.4 cents
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7-foot long sturgeon get new home in Idaho Falls
Two 7-foot long sturgeon were transported 190 miles from the Hagerman Fish Hatchery to the Snake River in Idaho Falls after spending the first 25 years of their life in a Fish and Game display pond. Officials say these long-lived giants still have a long life ahead of them. “Sturgeon can live to be around
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Feeding phase-out agreed to at Bridger-Teton feedground
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will eliminate an elk feedground in the Bridger-Teton National Forest in coming years. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the Alkali Creek feedground is among three state operated feedgrounds located in the Gros Ventre River valley. It had been authorized for long-term use in 2015. The plan developed
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Road work begins on Blackfoot bridge on I-15, exit 93
For months, motorcyclists and drivers have been warned of the dangerous bridge on I-15 near Blackfoot. Now, more caution signs are warning motorists of road work to temporarily repair the bridge on exit 93. Idaho Transportation Department maintenance crews are repairing the bridge from Monday until Oct. 17. “With the potholes and the accumulation of
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Grizzly moved likely daughter of famous bear No. 399
Wildlife officials in Wyoming have trapped and relocated a grizzly bear thought to be the offspring of a well-known grizzly. Grizzly No. 399 gained fame for raising at least four litters of cubs within view of roads in Grand Teton National Park. People have established social media channels and even written a book about her.
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LDS General Conference Sponsors
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Star Card campaign reminds people of 2020 deadline
Your normal routine at the airport security line may become a bummer if you don’t plan ahead. Something people all across America are preparing for. “I don’t want someone to be ready to go on vacation, the second day of October 2020, and show up at the airport and not have the Star Card or
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Wanderlust goes mobile
Drinking in Pocatello is about to get more convenient A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in the parking lot of the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Tuesday for Wanderlust’s mobile unit. The truck serves beer and wine on a rolling venue. Wanderlust has a location in Pocatello, but it’s stationary and co-owner Jennifer Moreno said the trailer
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How the cold weather is affecting the potato harvest
Year-round, potato growers work hard to ensure fresh, high quality, potatoes for their consumers. Kasia Duellman is a Seed Potato Specialist of the University of Idaho Extension. She tells us how different weather complications during harvesting can interfere with the final result. “It seems every year it brings different challenges, sometimes there’s excess moister, some
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AMMON: Fireworks set for Friday, July 3rd
AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – The City of Ammon will once again celebrate with Fireworks on July 3rd at 10 p.m. The Ammon fireworks show, presented by Westmark will be Friday, July 3rd, at 10:00 pm, viewable from all over Ammon at parks and neighborhoods. Corresponding music will be on several Sandhill Media stations, listed on the poster. Several food
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AMERICAN FALLS: Red, White, and Boom at Willow Bay Resort
The Willow Bay Resort will once celebrate America’s 250th with the 3rd Annual Red, White and Boom event.
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AMERICAN FALLS: 2nd Annual Red, White and Boom
Music in the Park and American Falls proudly present the 2nd Annual Red, White & Boom!
Join us Friday, July 4th at Willow Bay Marina starting at 2 PM for an unforgettable celebration!
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