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Greater Idaho Falls Transit launched Friday

June 3, 2022 11:17 AM Evan Thomason

The City of Idaho Falls launched its brand new public transportation system on Friday morning.

Cates concedes Bannock County Republican Assessor race

June 3, 2022 11:12 AM News Team

What may have been the closest election in Bannock County history will not be appealed.

Wyoming free fishing day is June 4

June 3, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

Each year Game and Fish designates the first Saturday of National Boating and Fishing Week as a free fishing day.

Marshall Public Library’s summer reading program starts June 7

June 3, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

The Marshall Public Library (MPL) is looking to make a “splash” by launching its all-ages 2022 Summer Reading Program.

Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training Academy receives Award of Excellence

June 3, 2022 2:24 PM News Team

The Idaho Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Academy received accreditation status by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST) on Thursday.

Former congressional candidate pleads guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud and falsification of records

June 3, 2022 10:35 AM News Team

A Boise man pleaded guilty for using COVID-19 relief funds for personal expenditures and for falsifying records to conceal thousands of dollars of in-kind contributions by employees in a report to the Federal Elections Commission (FEC).

Beartooth Highway to remain temporarily closed due to hazardous winter conditions

June 3, 2022 10:16 AM News Team

The Beartooth Highway (US-212), located east of the park’s Northeast Entrance between Red Lodge, Montana, and Cooke City, Montana, will remain temporarily closed until hazardous winter conditions improve.

Marshall Public Library partners with Gate City Grays for ACT Program

June 3, 2022 10:25 AM News Team

Marshall Public Library (MPL) opens its 2022 Arts and Community Tickets (ACT) season with a generous partnership with the Gate City Grays.

Jensen Grove filling up for summer season

June 3, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

You may have noticed an increase of water at Jensen Grove Lake.

Lowest-earning counties in Idaho

June 2, 2022 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled a list of the lowest earning counties in Idaho using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

SIPH offers free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing in June

June 3, 2022 9:42 AM News Team

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) will be offering free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing to at-risk individuals throughout the month of June at all its county locations.

Idaho Supreme Court sets hearing in abortion case for August

June 2, 2022 2:48 PM Associated Press

The Idaho Supreme Court will hear arguments in a lawsuit over the state’s newest anti-abortion law in August — but probably after the U.S. Supreme Court issues a ruling that could overturn the right to legalized abortion nationwide.

No injuries reported in train derailment near Pocatello

June 2, 2022 2:44 PM Linda Larsen

Authorities are investigating after 15 Union Pacific train cars derailed near Pocatello Thursday around 5:45 a.m.

Police seek information on persons and vehicles of interest in homicide investigation

June 2, 2022 2:34 PM News Team

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying vehicles and persons of interest in the homicide of Morey P. Pelton.

Vehicle fire spreads to pile of hay at feedlot IFFD investigated on May 22

June 2, 2022 4:59 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched just before 4 p.m. to a vehicle fire at Jennifer Lane and Kathleen Street in Bonneville County.

New Rexburg police chief named

June 2, 2022 5:34 PM News Team

A new police chief is named for Rexburg, and it is a familiar face in the department.

Madison Junior High students finish project to be on next NASA launch

June 2, 2022 6:07 PM Braydon Wilson

An experiment being developed at Madison Junior High School in Rexburg may have an impact on the future of common medicinal products that get taken into space. The team of 13 students are participating in NASA’s Tech Rise competition for more on the competition and other background on this story you can find a previous article on the topic here.

Shoshone Falls after dark returns June 3-12

June 2, 2022 12:28 PM News Team

Southern Idaho Tourism, with the help of Idaho Central Credit Union, Idaho Power, and the City of Twin Falls, will illuminate Shoshone Falls again in June.

South Fisher construction work in Blackfoot set Monday

June 2, 2022 3:27 PM News Team

People living along a section of South Fisher in Blackfoot need to be ready for some construction work.

Zoo Idaho annual free-day postponed

June 2, 2022 11:26 AM News Team

The annual free day at Zoo Idaho is being postponed.

Eismann Award honors judge who advanced Idaho’s drug courts

June 2, 2022 11:20 AM News Team

The Idaho Supreme Court is honoring a judge who led the work to make Idaho one of the first states in the nation with best-practice adult drug court standards.

Warmwater fishing is a fun way to catch lots of fish and maybe your dinner, too

June 2, 2022 10:31 AM News Team

Warmwater fishing is found throughout the state from neighborhood ponds to Idaho’s largest lakes

D91 student signs into STRAP apprenticeship program

June 2, 2022 11:07 AM Evan Thomason

Kale Bolander, a sophomore from Idaho Falls High School, is the first Southeast Idaho student to sign into STRAP.

Salmon-Challis awards scholarships to 5 students

June 2, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

The Salmon-Challis National Forest Jackie Caivano Memorial Scholarship committee has awarded five $1,500 scholarships to students in four local communities.

American Auto College holds grand opening

June 2, 2022 9:40 AM News Team

The American Auto College located in Blackfoot kicked-off its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday.

Results for Bannock County Assessor Republican Primary recount

June 1, 2022 4:11 PM News Team

The Bannock County Elections Office conducted an official recount for the Bannock County Assessor’s Republican Primary race on Wednesday.

New development breaks ground in Idaho Falls

June 2, 2022 12:56 PM Seth Ratliff

Helu Development broke ground on a new apartment building in Idaho Falls on Thursday.

Vote on proposed Ammon housing development has been postponed

June 1, 2022 9:40 PM Seth Ratliff

Ammon residents who wanted to voice opinions on the flagship homes housing development now have a second chance.

Man accused of shooting 2 Pocatello police officers released from hospital, taken to jail

June 1, 2022 11:21 AM Linda Larsen

The man accused of shooting two Pocatello police officers has been released from the hospital and taken to jail.

Jury sides with Depp on lawsuit, Heard on counterclaim

June 1, 2022 11:49 AM Associated Press

A jury on Wednesday ruled in favor of Johnny Depp in his libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, vindicating his stance that Heard fabricated claims that she was abused by Depp before and during their brief marriage.

Intermountain Gas files price increase request as part of interim PGA

June 1, 2022 3:36 PM News Team

If you use natural gas, you may want to start preparing for a significant jump in your bill.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,128 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths

June 1, 2022 5:11 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,128 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths Wednesday.

New proposed housing development could be approved Wednesday

June 1, 2022 3:38 PM Seth Ratliff

Utah-based, Flagship Homes is looking to annex nearly 600 acres in Ammon for both residential and commercial use.

Bonnevile County Cattlemen’s Association hosting benefit dinner after passing of president

June 1, 2022 3:43 PM Kailey Galaviz

Bonneville County Cattlemen’s Association hosts benefit dinner to help Judy family cope with loss of husband and father.

Idaho primary election audit finds few flaws

June 1, 2022 12:53 PM Associated Press

A review of about 20,000 ballots in a post-election audit of randomly selected precincts in eight randomly selected counties found only six variations from initial results, state officials said Wednesday.

Jackson High students hope to bridge gaps and unite communities across borders

June 1, 2022 1:16 PM Braydon Wilson

During the past 30 years, a large number of people from Tlaxcala, Mexico and other neighboring regions in Mexico have been moving to Jackson, Wyoming.

BSD55 gets big boost in funding for Blackfoot Technical Education Center Project

June 1, 2022 11:34 AM News Team

The Blackfoot School District is getting a big boost in funding for its Blackfoot Technical Education Center Project.

Idaho man drowns in kayaking accident on Salmon River

June 1, 2022 10:54 AM Associated Press

An Idaho man drowned in a kayaking accident on the Salmon River on Monday.

Log truck traffic begins on Stormy Road

June 1, 2022 9:00 AM News Team

The purchaser of the Stormy Deck Salvage Timber Sale expects to begin hauling logs June 1 on the Stormy Road, National Forest System Road 023.

15th annual Tin Cup Challenge opens

June 1, 2022 10:13 AM Seth Ratliff

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Tin Cup Challenge. From Wednesday, June 1st through Friday, July 22, 2022, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley will accept donations benefitting participating local nonprofits.

STEM Scholars Camp summer program open to public

June 1, 2022 12:00 PM News Team

Idaho National Laboratory is announcing the second year of its STEM Scholars Camp summer program.

Woman gored after approaching bison in Yellowstone

May 31, 2022 5:07 PM News Team

A 25-year-old female from Grove City, Ohio, approached a bison to within 10 feet Monday morning.

TCSD #1 announces Young Author’s winners

June 1, 2022 11:44 AM News Team

The 2022 Teton County Young Author Contest officially ended Wednesday, June 1st with the announcement of grade level first place and honorable mentions.

AAA: 40% of Idaho crash deaths involve teen drivers occur during “100 Deadliest Days”

June 1, 2022 9:47 AM Evan Thomason

It’s the “100 Deadliest Days,” the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the number of fatal crashes involving teen drivers spikes each year.

Nearly one third of Idaho voters cast ballots in May primary

May 31, 2022 2:07 PM Associated Press

Just under a third of Idaho’s registered voters cast ballots in the May 17 primary election, nearly matching the percentage that voted in the 2018 primary.

Police continue to investigate suspicious death

May 31, 2022 12:36 PM News Team

On May 13, Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the Lane Clark Rest Area on Highwayy 26 east of Ririe where it was discovered 36-year-old Morey P. Pelton had been killed.

“Professor of Rock” coming to Idaho

May 31, 2022 5:42 PM Linda Larsen

Have you ever wanted to take what you love and share it on social media to make money?

‘Flood of Memories’ set to commemorate the Teton River area resilience

May 31, 2022 5:30 PM Braydon Wilson

An event coming to the Rexburg area on Saturday, June 4, 2022 is called a ‘Flood of Memories.’

D93 seniors visit elementary schools

May 31, 2022 5:26 PM News Team

It is a big week for seniors in the Bonneville School District.

Man arrested for 2 counts battery on police officer, other offenses

May 31, 2022 4:07 PM News Team

Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received calls reporting a physical disturbance in progress in the parking lot at 720 Lindsay Boulevard on Sunday.

What District 93 is doing to keep schools safe

May 31, 2022 4:21 PM Seth Ratliff

The nation is still reeling from the shooting in Texas, as gun reform and school safety are called into question. Local district 93 safe school director Gorden Howard says a tragedy like this concerns parents and educators everywhere.

Bannock County Elections Office sets date for Republican Assessor race recount

May 31, 2022 10:56 AM Cole Sams

The Bannock County Elections Office is preparing to conduct an official recount for the Bannock County Assessor’s Republican Primary race on Wednesday.

Girt named DEQ Public Servant of the Year

May 31, 2022 10:48 AM News Team

Steve Girt was named 2021 Public Servant of the Year on May 16 for the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality.

Richard Stover to lead Governor’s Office of Energy and Mineral Resources

May 31, 2022 10:44 AM News Team

Governor Brad Little announced Tuesday his appointment of Richard Stover as the new administrator of the Governor’s Office of Energy and Mineral Resources (OEMR).

New interactive map features Wyoming’s geothermal data

May 31, 2022 10:45 AM News Team

A new online map created by the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) makes it easier to research geothermal groundwater systems, such as hot springs, and other geothermal data for the state.

New Ashton/Island Park District Ranger announced

May 31, 2022 10:43 AM News Team

The Caribou-Targhee National Forest announced the selection of Bill Davis as the incoming Ashton/Island Park District Ranger.

Shoreline restoration project at Henrys Lake to benefit the fishery, birds and wildlife

May 31, 2022 9:41 AM News Team

Volunteers from Henrys Fork Wildlife Alliance, Henrys Lake Foundation, and Idaho Master Naturalists worked a total of 70 hours over three days in May alongside staff from the Bureau of Land Management-Upper Snake Field Office.

ISU professor selected to facilitate statewide Idaho nonprofit leadership retreat

May 31, 2022 9:33 AM News Team

Nonprofit CEOs and executive directors from Idaho’s 6,000 registered charitable nonprofit organizations will have the chance to learn from Idaho State University College of Education professor Dr. Rob Lion and his wife, Angie Lion, about leadership, management and organization development at this year’s Idaho Nonprofit Leadership Retreat hosted by the Idaho Nonprofit Center June 1-3.

Police search for suspect after armed robbery

May 30, 2022 9:38 AM News Team

On Monday at approximately 3:50 a.m., Blackfoot Police officers were dispatched to Short Stop convenience store located at 985 South Broadway Street regarding an armed robbery call.

Memorial Day: A day to remember and pay respects

May 30, 2022 5:31 PM News Team

Bagpipes underscored the solemn ceremony at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot Monday afternoon.

2022 Wyoming summer food service program to begin

May 30, 2022 2:00 PM News Team

The Wyoming Summer Food Service program for kids offered through the Wyoming Department of Education kicks off soon.

Henry’s Fork Foundation and partners awarded $1.1 million WaterSMART grant

May 30, 2022 2:26 PM News Team

The Henry’s Fork Foundation (HFF), Conant Creek Canal Company, and Fremont-Madison Irrigation District are partnering on a project that was awarded $1.1 million from the USBR WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Program in 2022.

Idaho Falls splash pad ribbon cutting set Tuesday

May 30, 2022 11:00 AM Kailey Galaviz

The City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department is kicking off a summer of fun with Idaho Falls’ first splash pad at a ribbon cutting at Reinhart Park Tuesday, May 31, 2022.

Field of Honor Memorial Day ceremony

May 30, 2022 12:32 PM Kailey Galaviz

Field of Honor Memorial Day celebration to take place on Monday. Some things to expect are posting of colors, pledge of allegiance and a tribute to our fallen soldiers.

Top 10 things to know about visiting Yellowstone National Park this summer season

June 1, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

On March 1, 150 years ago, Yellowstone became America’s first national park for all to enjoy.

PCSD 25 announces new appointments

May 30, 2022 11:45 AM News Team

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 announced the appointment of Interim Director of Special Services Janelle Armstrong and the selection of Debbie Greco as the Assistant Principal of Hawthorne Middle School.

IDL offers 2 scholarships to community foresters for 2022 Municipal Foresters Institute

May 31, 2022 9:43 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) Community Forestry Program is offering up to two scholarships to municipal arborist staff to attend the national 2022 Municipal Forestry Institute (MFI), which is a week-long, intensive, high-level leadership and education training program.

PCSD 25 class of 2022 high school graduation schedule

May 30, 2022 11:40 AM News Team

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 invites the community to join them in congratulating the Class of 2022.

Brady Chapel hosts Centennial Celebration and Open House on Memorial Day

May 28, 2022 10:00 AM Cole Sams

One of the most well-known pieces of Pocatello’s history will be celebrating 100 years since its dedication.

Idaho is the #3 state with the most land owned by the federal government

May 27, 2022 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker investigated how much land is owned by the federal government in Idaho using data from the Congressional Research Service.

Field of Heroes Memorial hosts USO Show

May 30, 2022 10:24 AM Cole Sams

It was quite the show on Saturday over at Century High School.

Idaho Fish and Game takes their “Take Me Fishing” trailer on the road for Memorial Day weekend

May 30, 2022 10:13 AM Cole Sams

On Saturday, Idaho Fish and Game took their “Take Me Fishing” trailer on the road to the Edson Fichter Pond in Pocatello.

Missing 7-year-old located

May 30, 2022 10:01 AM News Team

The Idaho State Police is issuing an endangered missing person alert on behalf of Twin Falls Police Department.

Biden orders flags to fly at half-staff until noon May 30 for Memorial Day

May 30, 2022 9:44 AM News Team

At the direction of the President of the United States, Governor Mark Gordon has ordered the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags be lowered to half-staff on Memorial Day, May 30, 2022, at 12:01 am and returned to full-staff at 12 pm.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest to start selling firewood permits

May 30, 2022 9:15 AM News Team

The Caribou-Targhee National Forest will start selling firewood permits for personal use beginning June 1, 2022.

Call for entries for Teton County Fair on June 1

May 30, 2022 9:15 AM News Team

The Teton County Fair Board is reminding fair participants it’s time to start thinking about preparing entries for 2022 Teton County Fair events.

Here’s what’s open and closed on Memorial Day 2022

May 30, 2022 6:45 AM CNN Newsource

By Ramishah Maruf, CNN Many businesses, government offices and schools will be closed on Monday, May 30 because of Memorial Day — a federal holiday honoring members of the US armed forces who have died serving the country. The holiday is observed on the last Monday of May. Here’s what’s open and closed on Memorial

Wildland firefighter and rappel training

May 29, 2022 11:33 AM Seth Ratliff

Some of the best firefighters in the country came to train with the Heli-Rappellers in the Salmon-Challis National Forest this May.
Once they learn the ropes, they one day may drop into remote areas and quench the blaze before it spreads.

Idaho Falls honors fallen veterans at 10th annual Field of Honor

May 29, 2022 9:57 AM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls Field of Honor event is celebrating its 10th anniversary this Memorial Day.

TCSD #1 summer food service program begins June 20

May 29, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

Teton County School District #1 has announced a sponsorship of the summer food service program for children.

Extra patrols planned this Memorial Day weekend

May 28, 2022 8:00 AM News Team

Idaho State Police Troopers will be out at full staff patrolling across Idaho working to keep motorists safe this Memorial Day Weekend.

Your Memorial Day BBQ is going to cost you a lot more this year

May 28, 2022 5:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN Business People who got an early jump on their Memorial Day barbecue shopping may have noticed something alarming: Prices are up. Way up. Sticker shock is everywhere, from burgers to buns, from ketchup to mustard. The good news is there’s some price relief at stores now. In the four weeks through

One person killed in Idaho Falls rollover accident

May 27, 2022 4:59 PM News Team

Idaho Falls Police and Idaho Falls Fire are responding to a significant vehicle collision in the area of 1200 S Woodruff near Stones Kia between Lincoln Road and Kerney Street.

Wanted man arrested for felony possession of stolen firearm, resisting arrest

May 27, 2022 12:33 PM News Team

Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a wanted man who was called in as possibly driving under the influence in Swan Valley overnight.

Teton County, Wyo. moves back into yellow risk level for COVID-19

May 27, 2022 3:32 PM News Team

Teton County Health Department announced Friday Teton County, Wyo. has moved back up into the Yellow (Medium) Risk Level for COVID-19.

Field of Honor is set up for this weekend

May 27, 2022 3:57 PM Evan Thomason

The Idaho Falls Exchange Club prepared the “Field of Honor” today by placing American flags next to the Vietnam Memorial in Freeman Park.

Idaho Field of Heroes Memorial returns in Pocatello

May 27, 2022 9:51 AM Cole Sams

The Idaho Field of Heroes Memorial returned to Pocatello for the 18th year in a row.

“100 Deadliest Days” begins Memorial Day weekend

May 27, 2022 10:33 AM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) urges drivers to take caution as they travel for the Memorial Day weekend.

Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association to host Memorial Day Ceremony and free luncheon

May 27, 2022 9:35 AM News Team

The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is hosting a special Memorial Day Ceremony and free luncheon on Monday, May 30.

St. Anthony’s Fisherman’s Breakfast returns

May 27, 2022 9:52 AM Seth Ratliff

St. Anthony’s annual Fisherman’s Breakfast is back.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 620 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death

May 27, 2022 4:23 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 620 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death Friday.

Helicopter used to install power lines

May 27, 2022 3:06 PM Linda Larsen

A new way of fighting wildfires before they start is taking-off in our area.

Wyoming unveils mental health public awareness campaign

May 27, 2022 2:41 PM News Team

With warming temperatures arriving and Wyoming State Park usage increasing, the Governor’s Challenge on Suicide Prevention is making sure Wyoming State Park users know how to reach out for mental health support, if needed.

Judge orders US to decide if wolverines need protection

May 27, 2022 2:30 PM Associated Press

A federal judge has given U.S. wildlife officials 18 months to decide if wolverines should be protected under the Endangered Species Act, following decades of disagreement over how much risk climate change and other threats pose to the rare and elusive predators.