Gabby Petito’s legacy: $100K for domestic violence hotline
Even in hindsight, Nichole Schmidt can’t be sure if anything could have been done to save her daughter Gabby Petito from a messy and violent…
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Anti-wolf killing legislation petition
The debate over anti-wolf legislation may cost us millions in federal conservation…
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Monkeypox: what you need to know
The first reported case of Monkey Pox has been recorded in Eastern Idaho. While the disease isn’t unheard of there is still some mysteriousness…
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Public Utilities Commission approves GeoBitmine’s appeal for reconsideration
Plans to transform the old Simplot plant in Aberdeen into a year-round greenhouse may be moving forward.
Geobitmine originally planned to recycle…
Malad City Airport runway improvement
daho Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” funding initiative paved the way recently for needed runway improvements at the Malad City…
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Little joins governors in speaking out against Congress spending bill
Governor Brad Little joined 21 other governors in voicing opposition to the $740 billion Democrat reconciliation bill currently being considered by…
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Local News 8 morning team learns to play disc golf
It’s a growing phenomenon: disc golf.…
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FRE board member appointed to regional NWPPA position
Fall River Electric Cooperative board member Doug Schmier has been appointed Second Vice President of the Board of Trustees of Northwest Public Power…
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Biden Administration announces $1.5 million to modernize Idaho Falls Regional Airport control tower
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $1.5 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan…
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Energy secretary tours INL with focus on clean energy, national security capabilities
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm made her first visit to Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Wednesday.…
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Woodtick Fire grows to 4,595 acres
The lightning caused Woodtick Fire burning six miles west northwest of the Meyers Cove in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness on the…
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Moose Fire community meeting set Thursday
The human caused Moose Fire burning near North Fork has burned 64,078 acres and is 20%…
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First monkeypox case reported in Eastern Idaho
Eastern Idaho Public Health announced Wednesday the first reported case of monkeypox in the health district.…
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West Nile virus detected in Elmore County mosquitoes
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) were detected in Elmore County on July 29, prompting health officials to remind people to take precautions…
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Project to add stoplight at Highway 47 and Highway 20 intersection making good progress
A construction project on the intersection of Highway 47 and Highway 20 is on schedule, Idaho Transportation Department spokesperson Justin Smith…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,231 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,231 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths…
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Man sentenced to 10 years for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine and fentanyl
A Wilder man was sentenced to 124 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, and…
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Degraded Air Quality and Burn Ban for Lemhi County
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory and Burn Ban for Lemhi…
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Will abortion ban take effect this month? Idaho Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday
The Idaho Supreme Court held two hearings on Wednesday, Aug 3, surrounding Idaho’s abortion laws.
Planned Parenthood has petitioned for the court to…
Bannock County Coroner asks public to register next of kin
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office is asking the public to consider registering their…
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5 convicted in relation to multi-million dollar counterfeit cellphone scheme
A federal jury in Idaho convicted five defendants for their roles in operating a $41 million dollar scheme wherein they sold counterfeit cellphones…
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Boise man sentenced to 4 years for possession of child pornography
A 51-year-old of Boise was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for possession of child…
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Idaho Falls City Council approves tentative budget for fiscal year 2023
The Idaho Falls City Council tentatively approved the fiscal 2022/2023 budget last Thursday night during its regularly scheduled City Council…
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Woodtick Fire grows to 4,322 acres
The lightning caused Woodtick Fire burning six miles west northwest of the Meyers Cove in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness on the…
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Man sentenced to 5.5 years for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine
A Caldwell man was sentenced to 66 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute…
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Moose Fire mapped at 62,410 acres, 20% containment
The human caused Moose Fire burning near North Fork has burned 62,410 acres and is 20%…
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Report: Climate change a challenge for Idaho wildlife
Climate change could make it more challenging to conserve and manage the state’s most at-risk fish, wildlife and plants, Idaho officials…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 713 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 713 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths over the…
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War Bonnet Round Up gearing up for weekend rodeo with free event
Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, The War Bonnet Round Up, is celebrating its 111th year of the rodeo Wednesday night with a free Rodeo Kickoff at Sandy…
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Wyoming and Idaho join nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force
Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Wyoming Attorney General Bridget Hill announced that the two states are joining a nationwide…
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New 988 hotline already saving lives
On July 16 2022, it was announced that the number 988 would take over as the new mental health crisis hotline. Replacing the previous 10 digit…
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The average Idaho worker can’t afford the rising cost of rent
The rising cost of rent is putting additional strain on Idaho’s workers.
According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 2022 Out of Reach…
Moose fire determined to be human-caused
U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement and Investigations have now determined the cause of the Moose Fire northwest of the city of Salmon. They have…
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Rexburg looking for volunteers to paint fire hydrants
A community that loves to give back will have a chance to do so once again during the start of August. The City of Rexburg is reaching out, asking…
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Grass fire burns 58 acres on Camas Wildlife Refuge
A grass fire broke out on the Camas National Wildlife Refuge near Hamer. Firefighters hope to have it out Monday…
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AAA: Gas prices start down as driving habits change
AAA reports Idaho drivers are finally seeing some relief at the pump now that the state’s average gas price is below the $5 mark and has been…
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Bonneville County and Idaho Falls negotiating new deal to fund 911 dispatch
Bonneville County and Idaho Falls have partnered to fund the local 911 dispatch center since the 1970s. But, as Bonneville County continues to grow,…
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Idaho Falls holds first annual Mutton Bustin’ pre-qualifier
Eager fans are counting down the days till Idaho fall’s war bonnet rodeo. While the event doesn’t start until Wednesday, August 3rd, some lucky…
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Monday night road closure scheduled for portion of Woodruff Avenue
Beginning at 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1, a small section of Woodruff Avenue will be closed completely to vehicle traffic to accommodate construction…
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Blood donors needed now to help prevent a seasonal blood shortage
Just as most cars need to be refueled constantly, so does the nation’s blood…
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IFPD invites community to National Night Out and recruitment open house
The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday, August…
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August fish stocking schedule for the Salmon Region
Before the kids head back to school, it’s a perfect time to grab your fishing gear and go…
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DEQ seeks comment on proposed wastewater reuse permit modification for Idahoan Foods, LLC
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a proposed wastewater reuse permit modification for Idahoan Foods,…
Continue Reading Monkeypox case reported in southwestern Idaho
Public health officials say a southwestern Idaho resident has contracted monkeypox, marking the state’s fourth reported…
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How to stay safe in bear country — and protect yourself against an attack
It’s camping and hiking season, which also means, it’s bear season.…
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Missing hiker on Mount Borah found alive
On July 24 around 8 p.m., the Custer County Sheriff’s Office in Challis received the report of a missing hiker on Mount Borah.…
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Nez Perce Tribe disputes Idaho gold mine air quality permit
Idaho officials violated the federal Clean Air Act as well as the state’s regulations by issuing an air quality permit for a proposed gold mine in…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 978 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 8 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 978 new COVID-19 cases and 8 new deaths…
Continue Reading Degraded Air Quality and Burn Ban for Lemhi County
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory and Burn Ban for Lemhi…
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Idaho Falls City Council looks for solutions to growing homelessness issues
For maybe the first time, Idaho Falls is facing problems with homelessness and growing populations of encampments facing larger cities.…
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Woodtick Fire grows to 1,902 acres
The lightning caused Woodtick Fire burning in the Salmon Challis National Forest has grown to 1,902…
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Holmes Avenue and 6th Street pedestrian crossing improvements
Construction will begin at the intersection of Holmes Avenue and 6th Street in Idaho Falls the morning of Tuesday, Aug.…
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DOI publishes preliminary health insurance rates for 2023
The Idaho Department of Insurance (DOI) has received preliminary health insurance premium rates from health insurance carriers for plans sold…
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Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce seeks Distinguished Under 40 nominations
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Distinguished Under 40 Awards until September 4,…
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Lewiston man sentenced to 10 years for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine
A Lewiston man was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute…
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Fatal crash west of Minidoka City
Idaho State Police is investigating a fatal vehicle collision which occurred on July 28, 2022, at 3:50 P.M. on 800 N and 100 W, in Minidoka…
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Anderson Mountain Road open for personal use fuelwood collection
The Salmon-Challis National Forest will open the Anderson Mountain Road (#60081), effective immediately, for personal use fuelwood…
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See the stroke death rate in Idaho
Stacker investigated the stroke death rate in Idaho using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Interactive Atlas of Heart…
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Moose Fire grows to 43, 226 acres
The Moose Fire burning west of North Fork has burned 43,226 acres and is 15%…
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Fatality accident near Tetonia
At approximately 12:04 p.m. on Thursday, the Teton County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a motor vehicle accident at the junction of Idaho…
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Gov. Little orders flags to fly half-staff for 2 fallen firefighters
Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. and State of Idaho flags in Idaho to be flown at half-staff in honor of two pilots killed in a helicopter crash…
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Woodtick Fire grows to 1,814 acres
The lightning caused Woodtick Fire burning in the Salmon Challis National Forest saw a small amount of growth in the last 24 hours growing by about…
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Moose Fire mapped at 40,388 acres
The Moose Fire burning west of North Fork has burned 40,388 acres and is 15%…
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Idaho officials will allow remote bidding for state lands
Idaho officials are looking to expand the number of participants in auctions for state lands and potentially bring in more money by allowing remote…
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2 Idaho Falls high school students represent the state in mock government
The American Legion’s Girls Nation gives 100 high school students the opportunity to take part in the inner workings of the government. And this year…
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See the average auto loan balance per capita in Idaho
Sound Dollar investigated the average auto loan balances of people in Idaho using data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New…
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Soda Springs man dies from drowning at Palisades Reservoir
A Soda Springs man died from drowning in the Palisades Reservoir Wednesday…
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Moose Fire burns lookout building and radio tower
The Moose Fire, near Salmon, has burned more than 38-thousand acres and is 15 percent…
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Crash sends car under canal bridge
A car ended up submerged in a water canal under the bridge after it collided at an intersection west of…
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Interest rates rise again, but “it’s still not bad”
The federal reserve announced on Wednesday that interest rates are increasing three-quarters of a percentage…
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Sam Wolcott wins World Championship in elk calling
The next time you hear an elk bugling in the woods you might need to look closer. It could be 10 year old Sam Wolcott the new Pee Wee Champion in the…
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Fire danger increases to high in Eastern Idaho
The Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to high for the surrounding mountains and very high for…
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Eastern Idaho State Fair names Karole Honas as Grand Marshal
There are few, if any, more recognizable faces in Southeast Idaho than Karole Honas.…
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Idaho sued over law banning abortion after 6 weeks pregnancy
By REBECCA BOONE Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A regional Planned Parenthood organization has filed a third lawsuit over Idaho’s…
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Local church and charity hope to convert parking lot into a “safe park”
The future of homelessness in Idaho Falls may have new avenue for relief soon. A brand new charity named the People In Need Coalition (PINC) is…
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New trial date set for Bingham County Sheriff
A new trial date has been set for Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland a day after he announced he will resign from…
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Boise attorney to face Labrador for Idaho attorney general
Boise attorney Tom Arkoosh announced Tuesday that he’s running for Idaho attorney general as the Democratic…
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Sheriff’s office urges preparation before water fun
As the summer heat continues to drive more people to have fun in the water the Bonneville County Sheriff’s office wants to remind us to be safe and…
Continue Reading Bingham County Sheriff set to resign Aug. 1
Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland will resign from office on Aug. 1,…
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Woman rescued after jumping out of kayak to avoid 3 moose
A 53-year-old woman was rescued last night from the South Fork of the Snake River near Fall Creek after jumping off her small inflatable…
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Wildfires force residents to leave homes near Salmon
The Woodtick Fire burning the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness is now forcing those near it to…
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Water Polo continues to make Eastern Idaho its home
For three years now Rigby has been home to a new club in town; The Rigby Water Polo club. The club calls Rigby High school home and got its start…
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Evacuations ordered near Woodtick Wildfire
LEMHI COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI)- Residents at Camas Creek are in GO status, which means immediate evacuation is necessary. Residents at Castle Creek and…
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Lower than normal water levels expected at Lake Walcott
The Bureau of Reclamation says the public should expect lower than normal levels at Lake Walcott from mid-August through…
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AARP Idaho to host FEMA experts for disaster preparedness discussion
If you need to leave your home quickly and under pressure will you be…
Continue Reading Work to begin on streets on west side of Idaho Falls
On July 25, HK Contractors will begin work on several roads on the west side of Idaho…
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ISU TRIO Upward Bound receives $2.2 million federal grant
Idaho State University’s TRIO Upward Bound Program has been awarded a $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue…
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Idaho Lottery returns record dividend to people of Idaho
The Idaho Lottery celebrated 33 years, one-third of a century of fun and entertainment, by returning a record-setting annual dividend to the People…
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Scams continue to target Idaho Power customers
Idaho Power is receiving an increased number of calls from customers reporting several scams.…
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Moose Fire evacuations in place
Due to increased fire activity of the Moose Fire, the Lemhi County Sheriff has announced all residents from (Zone 2) Tower Creek to North Fork are in…
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Central Idaho Fire Restrictions Area implements Stage I Fire Restrictions
The U.S. Forest Service, Idaho Department of Lands, and Bureau of Land Management in east-central Idaho will begin Stage 1 fire…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,194 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,194 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths…
Continue Reading Degraded Air Quality and Burn Ban for Lemhi County
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory and Burn Ban for Lemhi…
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Idaho closes out fiscal year with $1.4 billion surplus, more tax cuts and investments on the way
Governor Brad Little announced Friday Idahoans can expect more tax cuts and additional investments with the state’s $1.4 billion budget…
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Idaho’s June unemployment rate remains at 2.5%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 2.5% in June, unchanged from May and remaining at a historic…
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2022 Scenic River Classic finishes strong with donation to Development Workshop Inc.
The 2022 version of Idaho Falls oldest running race was held July 11 at Snake River Landing, with over 100 runners navigating courses that included…
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Search ongoing for missing 76-year-old man
Boundary County Search and Rescue was activated Thursday morning at 10:31 a.m. to respond to a report of a missing man in the vicinity of Deep Creek…
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Escapee arrested after lengthy pursuit, firing on officers
Early Thursday morning, Idaho Falls Police Officers and Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies located Peter Lewis, a known fugitive who recently did…
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Moose Fire mapped at 23,620 acres
The Moose Fire burning five miles southwest of North Fork has burned 23,620 acres and is 0% contained. The cause is still…
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Aubree Ours and 5 first responders receive “life saving award”
It all started as a regular day for Aubree Ours when she started on her route, to deliver meals to the seniors on the Meals On Wheels program. Except…
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