Gov. Little discussed transportation plan in Blackfoot
Governor Brad Little will visit Premier Technology in Blackfoot on Tuesday to discuss his transportation plan.
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Blackfoot runaway located
The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 12-year-old, Jayde Jaramillo.
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“School of Rock” hits Snake River students
When you think of high school band class, traditionally one might think of concert music or jazz bands.
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Local author visit Blackfoot school to encourage reading
A local author took time to answer questions about her new children’s book series with students from Stalker Elementary in Blackfoot Tuesday.
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Man sentenced to 30 years for lewd conduct with child
The Bingham County Prosecutor’s Office reports 29-year-old Antonio Tolentino was sentenced Monday to 30 years on one count of lewd conduct with a child under sixteen years old.
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Blackfoot Community Review moves to Phase 2
The City of Blackfoot wants your help to improve.
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Law enforcement release name of man killed during fugitive shootout
A weekend shooting between U.S. Marshals and 2 armed suspects ended with one man dead and a dangerous fugitive in jail.
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Man arrested after chase, shooting involving deputy
A man is in custody after a chase and shooting involving a deputy Thursday.
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Man killed in standoff with Bingham Sheriff deputies identified
A man who barricaded himself inside a home for several hours Sunday died after a shooting involving Bingham County Sheriff deputies.
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County commissioners discuss future land
On Tuesday, Bannock County commissioners are holding a public hearing to discuss the area’s future land use map.
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Bingham County man arrested following ICAC investigation
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced the arrest of a Blackfoot man following an investigation by his office’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit.
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People 65 and older can now schedule COVID-19 vaccine in Southeast Idaho
As of 10:00 a.m. Monday, there are still appointments available in March.
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Committee plans for EISF in 2021
One of our community’s most popular events is on schedule for 2021.
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East Idaho job market recovering, some counties faster than others
Due to Idaho’s diverse economy, some counties have had a more difficult time bouncing back, while others seem to be blooming.
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#IdahoKind campaign aims to serve one million hungry Idahoans
The Idaho Foodbank is asking Idahoans to show them just how kind we are.
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Local group opens foster care closet in Blackfoot
The Village, a foster care closet, hosted its grand opening on Friday at its new location at 35 E. Pacific Street in Blackfoot. The foster care closet is assisting foster families with basic essentials, such as clothing, backpacks and toys.
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$23.9 million bond proposed for Blackfoot School District
The Blackfoot Technical Education Center (BTEC) committee is behind a multi-million dollar bond that would help make improvements to the school district.
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A record low in homes for sale drives up the price to buy in East Idaho
Be prepared to spend more on a house if you are looking to buy one in Eastern Idaho.
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DHW rolls out IdahoSTRONG program
The City of Blackfoot is supportive of the program and what it offers citizens.
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Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot to open Monday
The new Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot will open to the public on Monday.
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BMH is now a Level IV Trauma Center
The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare has designated Bingham Memorial Hospital (BMH) a Time Sensitive Emergency (TSE) Level IV Trauma Center.
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Community Dinner Table hands out meals for Thanksgiving in Blackfoot
The Community Dinner Table served Thanksgiving dinner at Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church. The CDT prepared and packaged meals that were handed out to many families in the community through a drive-thru format at the front door.
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Negative COVID-19 test not a green light for family Thanksgiving, safety tips from SIPH
Families across the country are making the tough decision this week as to how they’ll spend their holiday.
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Blackfoot School District looks to address overcrowding
Blackfoot School District No. 55 officials will hold a virtual meeting Thursday night to present a new school bond.
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BMH celebrates more than 1,000 orthopedic Mako robotic-arm assisted surgeries
Bingham Memorial Hospital announced its orthopedic surgeons are the first in Eastern Idaho to have performed more than 1,000 Mako procedures.
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Locals gather in Blackfoot to watch final Presidential Debate
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – People across the nation reacted to watching the Presidential Debate on Thursday night. Almost 100 people showed up to the Blackfoot Movie Mill to grab popcorn and watch the final debate. Newstalk 107.9 hosted the event in Blackfoot after doing a similar event in Idaho Falls for the first debate. The
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Blackfoot woman sentenced
A 32-year-old Blackfoot woman appeared before Judge Thompson in Bingham County on Wednesday for sentencing in two criminal cases and disposition of probation violations in three additional criminal cases.
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U-Haul trailer spills contents in accident on Blackfoot overpass
Idaho State Police are investigating an accident involving a U-Haul trailer in Blackfoot.
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Pay It Forward: Making Masks
A local woman loves to sow and her hobby currently is making face masks for individuals and businesses.
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BMH offers advanced mammogram innovation
Bingham Memorial Hospital now offers the new Clarity HD high-resolution 3D imaging technology on the Genius 3D Mammography exam.
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COVID-19 impact leads to football cancelations
Local sporting events in eastern Idaho are being disrupted due to COVID-19.
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Blackfoot man sentenced to 3 life sentences
A 36-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced Thursday to three life sentences on three counts of lewd conduct with a child under the age of 16.
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Health officials warn Southeast Idaho hospitals nearing high capacity
The biggest threat Covid-19 poses to our healthcare system is the potential that hospitals will fill up.
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Blackfoot School District students diagnosed with COVID-19
Blackfoot School District Superintendent Brian Kress and Southeastern Idaho Public Health announced two students in the district were recently diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Election 2020: Important dates to know
With less than two months until the 2020 election, it’s important to have a plan to vote safely this year.
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Eastern Idaho State Fair hit with wind damage
Two barns at the Eastern Idaho State Fair took a hit during Labor Day’s powerful winds.
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Blackfoot Police trunk or treat canceled
The Blackfoot Police Department has decided to cancel its trunk or treat this year.
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Northbound traffic on I-15 near Fort Hall
Idaho State Police reports northbound traffic on Interstate 15 between mileposts 73-93 is currently at a standstill.
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East Idaho State Fair prioritizes 4-H and public safety
The intent of the East Idaho State Fair this year is to keep the fairgrounds as localized as possible to prevent the risk of people from all over Idaho, as well as other states, congregating at the fair and potentially spreading the virus back home in their own communities.
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Same fair food, different style
The Eastern Idaho State Fair kicks off on Friday, but it will look a little different than we are used to.
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Second East Idaho Food Fair Tour announced
The East Idaho Fair Food Tour announced on Monday a second tour for the late summer and fall season.
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Bingham County Sheriff urges drivers to pay extra attention as school starts
The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind drivers to pay extra close attention as school starts up and harvest season is in full swing.
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EISF rodeo tickets on sale Thursday
The Eastern Idaho State Fair will be hosting the only pro rodeo happening in Idaho this year.
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It’s BOSS: Blackfoot School District working on new online option
The Blackfoot School District 55 is working on an online option for families who want to avoid in-person learning, but still want to stay in the district.
Continue Reading East Idaho Fair Food Tour makes a stop in Idaho Falls
The East Idaho Fair Food Tour is making a stop in Idaho Falls on Thursday.
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EISF adjusts 2020 plans, cancels majority of activities and entertainment
The Eastern Idaho State Fair has canceled the majority of activities and entertainment that would have made up this year’s fair.
Continue Reading Vendors announce East Idaho Fair Food Tour
Several local vendors have come together to plan the “East Idaho Fair Food Tour” to help meet fair food cravings.
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2020 Independence Day celebration events
Below are the 2020 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming and a list of canceled events.
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Blackfoot Mayor will block Eastern Idaho State Fair without a health plan
Blackfoot Mayor Marc Carroll says he will not allow the Eastern Idaho State Fair to proceed until he sees an acceptable health plan.
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EISF board to move forward with the fair
The Eastern Idaho State Fair votes to move forward with the fair.
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Attempted murder charges dropped for Blackfoot man
A Blackfoot man now faces charges for aggravated assault, after the state dropped an initial charge of attempted murder.
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Motel confrontation lands 1 in hospital, 3 in jail
Police are investigating an alleged kidnapping and battery at the Y Motel on S. Boulevard in Blackfoot.
Continue Reading 3 charged with kidnapping in ongoing investigation
The Blackfoot Police took an initial report of a possible aggravated battery and kidnapping that occurred near the 1300 block of S. Broadway in Blackfoot on June 12.
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Bingham County ropes in Idaho High School Rodeo Championships
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The battle of two counties over who will host the state’s high school rodeo championship is over. Bingham county roped in the event after it was contracted out to Bannock county. This comes after two proposals accommodating social distancing guidelines were given out to both counties by the high school rodeo
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Blackfoot man sentenced to at least 10 years for rape
A 51-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced to at least 10 years in prison on a guilty plea to the charge of rape Monday.
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Blackfoot School District summer food program begins June 15
Blackfoot School District 55 Summer Food Service Program begins June 15.
Continue Reading Blackfoot Mayor donates $1,000 award to Blackfoot Bandits Special Olympics
Last year, Blackfoot Mayor Marc Carroll was one of the 68 mayors across the state of Idaho who successfully completed the challenge of averaging 10,000 steps per day in October 2019.
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Deseret Industries stores and donation centers start reopening
Deseret Industries stores and donation centers have started to reopen based on local regulations and store preparedness.
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Movies are back: theaters plan to reopen after Governor gives OK
Royal Theaters plan to open the Blackfoot Movie Mill and the Paramount Theater in Idaho Falls on Saturday.
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Meat Madness: local vendors, restaurants impacted by meat supply chain
Prices rising, restaurants nixing menu items, and animals going to waste: the state of the supply chain in a nut shell.
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Drivers urged to use online services as DMVs tackle backlog from COVID-19
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is urging drivers to use online services to help reduce crowds and wait times at our local DMVs.
Continue Reading Blackfoot man to serve more than 10 years for role in carjacking
U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced a 23-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced in U.S. District Court to more than 10 years (130 months) in prison for carjacking and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.
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Search continues following fatal crash involving 48 dogs
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue is assisting with the safe handling of the dogs that have been located following the crash.
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Gordman’s stores to close in Blackfoot and Burley
The Gordman’s variety store in Blackfoot will close this summer, the result of a bankruptcy filing by its parent company Tuesday.
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“Going to break all kinds of records,” mail-in election has huge turnout
Bannock, Madison, Bingham and Bonneville counties are all seeing significant increases in people participating in the election.
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Investigation of man’s death complete
Following an autopsy, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office determined the 39-year-old California man was a victim of suicide.
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A window of opportunity: Martha’s Cafe reopens with a drive-thru
Adding a drive-thru had always been something they discussed, but having to shut their doors to customers was the motivation they needed to actually go through with it.
Continue Reading Supply chain issues impacting local cattle market
Coronavirus has impacted the supply chain for much of the food industry and the local cattle market is feeling the effects.
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Bingham GOP to hold forum with Legislative candidates
The Bingham County Republican Central Committee will hold a virtual forum with candidates running in the Idaho Legislative District 31B.
Continue Reading Bingham Academy using 3D printers in the fight against coronavirus
Without students, Bingham Academy has put its 3D printers to good use, enrolling them in the fight against coronavirus.
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Blackfoot firefighter faces rape allegations
A Blackfoot City Firefighter and EMT faces two charges of felony rape.
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Two popular radio hosts no longer on the air
Long-time morning news radio hosts, Neal Larson and Julie Mason, are no longer on the airwaves as of Monday.
Continue Reading Local woman selling stickers for quarantine graduates of 2020
A local woman is helping seniors commemorate a special graduation with unique stickers.
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Distributing food to those in need
The demand on local food banks is growing and it may be harder for some food banks to keep up.
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New COVID-19 case reported in Bingham County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bingham County.
Continue Reading Movie theaters looking for silver linings during closure
Nobody knows for sure when the next time you’ll be able to walk into a movie theatre is. But, despite the closures, there’s still some action going on at area theaters.
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Advice for parents homeschooling, from a teacher
Behrend is encouraging parents to focus on what works for their family–and that can mean unconventional learning activities.
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School districts statewide are deciding what to do with the remainder of the academic year. In Blackfoot, no decision has been made yet, but the district has already made a change for next year.
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Interfaith Council joins The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in invitation for worldwide fasting and prayer
Local Interfaith Council asks all to join them in personal fasting and prayer Sunday, March 29, 2020 for relief from the COVID-19 pandemic
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue adjusts services due to COVID-19
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue (BASR) will be limiting its public counter services at least through April 15 to help combat the spread of COVID-19.
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Social distancing also impacting law enforcement
Gov. Brad Little’s state-wide stay-home order doesn’t include essential services like law enforcement, but agencies are still feeling the effects of social distancing.
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Shelley man running for Bingham County Sheriff
Saying the office should not be political, Jake Johnson has announced he will be a candidate for Bingham County Sheriff as an Independent.
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Bingham County fire departments will deliver groceries, medications and health care items
Fire Departments throughout Bingham County are banding together to help the vulnerable population with the delivery of groceries, medications and health care items.
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Bronco Bus Bites supply Blackfoot students with lunch
The spread of COVID-19 has forced districts to temporarily pause school, leaving children without school lunch.
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Governor Little and state health director address COVID-19 concerns
News anchor Todd Kunz talks with Idaho Governor Brad Little and Dave Jeppesen, Idaho Director of Health and Welfare about the current COVID-19 assessment in the state.
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32-year-old man charged with arson
The Blackfoot Police Department and the Blackfoot Fire Department were dispatched to a fully engulfed residence on fire in the 800 block of South Broadway in Blackfoot Thursday shortly after 8 p.m.
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Blackfoot School District launches free grab n’ go meals for children
he Blackfoot School District has launched a program “Bronco Bus Bites” to distribute sack lunches to all children ages one to 18 via bus routes.
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Senator Risch talks about stimulus package helping Idaho
U.S. Senator Jim Risch of Idaho responds to the Trump Administration’s request for a stimulus package to battle the economic impact from the coronavirus pandemic.
Continue Reading COVID-19 screening and visitor protocols at Bingham Memorial Hospital
Bingham Memorial Hospital has implemented updated visitor protocols.
Continue Reading Blackfoot Mayor considers options and encourages common sense
Blackfoot Mayor Marc Caroll says he is not yet prepared to declare a state of emergency in the city, but is still considering the move.
Continue Reading District: People are in favor of 4-day week
Blackfoot School District Superintendent Brian Kress said a recent survey showed that more than 80% of district parents, teachers and students were in favor of a four-day week.
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Gordman’s grand opening announced in Blackfoot
The Gordman’s Department Store in Blackfoot will host its grand opening Tuesday, March 31.
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3 Idaho Falls people suspected in LA murder and other drug crimes
Three Idaho Falls residents are suspected in a multi-state crime spree, including an Los Angeles murder.
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Scorched local food truck back in business this week
The popular Blackhawk BBQ Pit food truck is preparing for it’s reopening after an accident shut down business.
Continue Reading Bingham Health Care orders patient screening protocol
Bingham Healthcare in Blackfoot is monitoring developments in the COVID-19 health emergency.
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East Idaho prepares for potential coronavirus spread
Coronavirus cases are on the rise and people around east Idaho are taking steps to prepare.
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City of Blackfoot working on new logo
For years, Blackfoot has used the city’s seal as its logo. Several years ago, some of those running the city felt that it wasn’t marketing itself properly and decided to see how others identified Blackfoot.
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Bingham County deputy receives special note after rollover crash
On February 17, Bingham County Deputy Josh Eaton was called to the scene of a rollover crash.
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Students create pantry for food-insecure kids
More than 11 million children in America are food insecure, and two Blackfoot students want to help.
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Blackfoot School District weighing switch to 4-day week
The Blackfoot School District is considering switching from a five-day week to a four-day week in an effort to “recruit and retain” highly qualified teachers.
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