Grand Teton hosts fourth busiest August
Grand Teton National Park statistics show August 2021 had the fourth highest number of recreation visits for the month of August.…
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Begal debate opens season
The Idaho State Rupp Debate team began their season online September 17-19 at “The Sir,” hosted by Carroll College.…
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Empty the Shelters event set to begin Oct. 4
Animal shelters across the country are trying to get animals out of facilities and into the homes of new…
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DEQ releases mobile app providing real-time air quality information to the public
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is introducing a new mobile app, AIR Idaho, to provide forecasted and current air quality…
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OktoBEARfest at Zoo Idaho set Oct. 2
Zoo Idaho Zoological Society is hosting its annual OktoBEARfest on Oct. 2, and it will be held rain, snow or…
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Pocatello Fire Dept. and Bannock County Ambulance earn Mission: Lifeline Award for 7th year
he Pocatello Fire Department and Bannock County Ambulance have earned recognition for their cardiac patient care for seven years in a…
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Boundary Fire Emergency Area, Road, and Trail closure reduced
The lightning caused Boundary Fire that started on August 10 has burned 79,856 acres and is 48%…
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Dr. David Sisul nationally recognized
Bingham Healthcare announced David M. Sisul, MD, urologist, has been designated as a Center of Excellence for GreenLight™ Laser Therapy…
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No signs of Gabby Petito’s boyfriend after days of searching
Search teams were back out at a Florida nature park to look for the boyfriend of Gabby Petito, the young woman who authorities say was killed while…
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Courts adopt renewed COVID-19 measures to protect health and safety
The Idaho Supreme Court Wednesday ordered a number of COVID-19 precautions in courtrooms across the state, citing the current surge in cases and…
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Counselors on campus after Tiebreaker Elementary teacher passes away
A tragic loss for the Tiebreaker Elementary…
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Teacher shortage shuts down Idaho school district
A south-central Idaho school district with about 1,600 students is temporarily closing its schools due to not having enough teachers or substitute…
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FDA authorizes booster dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for people 65 and older
The US Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday it would grant emergency use authorization for a booster dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine in…
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Domestic violence center talks about signs, how to get help
The Gabby Petito/Brian Laundrie case has put the topic of domestic abuse into the spotlight, and according to Teena McBride, the executive director…
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FBI asks for the public’s help in finding Gabby Petito’s fiance as new tip emerges about his previous movements
The search for Gabby Petito is…
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Search continues for missing man at Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone
UPDATE 9/22/21: Park search and rescue personnel continue to look for Crumbo by foot, helicopter and boat at Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone National…
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Public invited to share input on ways to improve US 26 and 25th East in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) invites members of the public to attend a meeting for the US 26 and 25th East project in Idaho Falls.…
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Volunteers continue culling of non-native mountain goats in Grand Teton
The culling of non-native mountain goats from Grand Teton National Park will begin Wednesday as part of a multi-year management plan to conserve a…
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Child Passenger Safety Week reminds drivers to keep kids safe, offers free car seat checks
This week, the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety reminds families that keeping children safe on the road means putting…
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Drought in Wyo. prompts Gov. Gordon to increase hay transport limits
Governor Mark Gordon has signed an executive order to allow motor carriers hauling hay in Wyoming to operate outside of regular operating hours and…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,354 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 25 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,354 new COVID-19 cases and 25 new deaths…
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Construction begins on Northgate Mile railroad underpass
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has contracted with Depatco to complete work on Northgate Mile/Hwy 26 railroad underpass between E Street…
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Federal jury convicts Rigby man of attempted sexual exploitation of a child, possession of child pornography
After a five-day jury trial, a federal jury sitting in Pocatello found a 39-year-old Rigby man guilty of sixteen counts of attempted sexual…
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Mule deer buck illegally killed with pellet gun in Pocatello
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information regarding the illegal killing of a mule deer buck in…
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LDS Church leaders ask latter-day saints worldwide to wear face masks in temples
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sent this letter to Church leaders around the world Wednesday.…
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Infrared flight provides updated Boundary Fire footprint
An infrared flight has provided an updated footprint for the Boundary, which grew by approximately 6,000…
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Former lawmaker not yet arrested 2 weeks after rape charge
A former Idaho state lawmaker has not yet turned himself in to face a rape charge despite a warrant being issued nearly two weeks ago.…
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A timeline of 22-year-old Gabby Petito’s case
Gabby Petito, the 22-year-old woman whose parents reported her missing in early September, died by strangulation, Teton County, Wyoming, Coroner Dr.…
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Risch, Crapo on extension of land border restrictions with Canada
U.S. Senators for Idaho Jim Risch and Mike Crapo are responding to the Biden Administration’s decision Monday to extend border restrictions…
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PCSD25 to require face masks
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District will soon require face…
Continue Reading Former President George W. Bush to hold fundraiser next month for Liz Cheney
By Melanie Zanona and Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN Former President George W. Bush will hold a fundraising event for Wyoming GOP Rep. Liz Cheney,…
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Autopsy confirms remains found in Wyoming are Gabby Petito’s, FBI says
Autopsy results have confirmed that the remains found Sunday in the Bridger-Teton National Forest are those of Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old woman who…
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Remains recovered of bow hunter who went missing in 1968
The Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office recovered the remains of a bow hunter who went missing in…
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Cattle truck crash kills 9 cows on I-15
9 cows were killed when a cattle truck and a pickup hauling a trailer collided on Interstate 15 Tuesday night.…
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Pocatello seeks input from the community for the future of the city
The Pocatello Planning and Development Services Department has taken “Our Valley | Our Vision” on tour around the Gate…
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1 arrested after 2 injured in shooting and stabbing incident
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office, in connection with the shooting and stabbing incident which took place at the Boathouse Trailer Court on…
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Idaho’s COVID-19 outlook is dire as cases continue to climb
Health care workers are exhausted and angry.…
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City of Driggs declares state of emergency, issues mask mandate
After the City of Victor declared a state of emergency due to COVID-19, the City of Driggs is now doing the…
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Pocatello man sentenced to 25 years for sexual exploitation of a child
A 21-year-old Pocatello man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for producing child pornography, Acting U.S. Attorney Rafael M. Gonzalez, Jr.…
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INL to require COVID-19 vaccination
The Idaho National Laboratory has announced all of its staff members and many of its subcontractors have to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by…
Continue Reading Gabby Petito’s conversations with her mother revealed ‘more and more tension’ with fiancé, affidavit says
Before Gabby Petito disappeared while on a cross-country van trip with her fiancé, her conversations with her mother appeared to reveal Petito had…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,830 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 13 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,830 new COVID-19 cases and 13 new deaths…
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ISP Forensic Labs accreditation now includes breath alcohol instrumentation, THC quantitation
All three Idaho State Police forensic service laboratories were recently reaccredited for another 4-year cycle by the American Association for…
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Gov. Gordon activates Wyoming National Guard to provide hospital assistance
Governor Mark Gordon has activated guardsmen who have stepped forward to provide temporary assistance to hospitals throughout the…
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COVID-19 cases continue to climb
The COVID-19 pandemic is making its resurgence in eastern…
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Idaho Falls Zoo announces fall hours October events
The Idaho Falls Zoo will begin fall hours in October that will allow you even more time to enjoy the zoo as the temperatures cool…
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Boundary Fire burns 73,620 acres
The lightning caused Boundary Fire that started on August 10 has burned 73,620 acres and is 48%…
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COVID-19 media briefing set Tuesday
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media briefing about COVID-19 in Idaho at 2:30 p.m. (MDT) Tuesday, Sept.…
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Gov. Little, 25 other governors request meeting with Biden on border crisis
More than half the nation’s governors are calling on President Joe Biden to address the border crisis…
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Idaho directs more aid to hospitals overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients
Governor Brad Little announced Tuesday Idaho will direct an additional $10 million in relief dollars to address the growing needs in Idaho hospitals,…
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Drowning victim identified
A person drowned Saturday afternoon in Fremont County, after a group of people floating in a drift boat hit a rock and threw out everyone…
Continue Reading FBI cart away possible evidence from Gabby Petito’s fiancé’s home as the search for him continues
After many hours spent and many items removed, the FBI’s search of the family home of Gabby Petito’s fiancé, Brian Laundrie, in Florida ended…
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Autopsy will be conducted this week on remains found in Gabby Petito case
The case of missing Gabby Petito took a tragic turn Sunday when police found human remains during their search for her — and officials are working…
Continue Reading The search for Gabby Petito’s fiancé Brian Laundrie continues. Here’s why it’s been so hard to find him
By Amir Vera, CNN Police in Florida resumed their search this week for Brian Laundrie, the fiancé of Gabby Petito, whose remains were found Sunday.…
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Lawmakers to discuss vaccine mandate with eye on reconvening
Lawmakers on a committee that considers state sovereignty issues have bumped up their planned meeting next week to Wednesday to consider President…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 2,302 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 36 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 2,302 new COVID-19 cases and 36 new deaths over the…
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Renew vehicle registration with Idaho DMV’s new mobile renewal
Idahoans now have the option to renew their vehicle registrations by scanning a QR code with their phone directly from vehicle registration renewal…
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Man arrested for arson after trailer fire
Idaho Falls Police officers responded to a residence in the Pinewood Estates on Whispering Pines Drive for a report of a man who was threatening to…
Continue Reading US extends travel restrictions at Mexican and Canadian land borders as it makes plans to allow fully vaccinated foreign visitors to fly to America
By Jason Hoffman and Priscilla Alvarez, CNN The United States is extending nonessential travel restrictions at land crossings with Canada and Mexico…
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Police investigate after hospital vandalized with swastika
Police are investigating after a central Idaho hospital was vandalized with spray-painted swastikas.…
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Forest Service trying to reduce wildfires by burning slash piles
You may have seen piles like this while you have been out camping in the…
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Chad Daybell in court Monday
Chad Daybell is scheduled to appear before Judge Steve Boyce Monday…
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WDE seeks public input on proposed Fine and Performing Arts Content and Performance Standards
The Wyoming Department of Education is collecting public input on proposed changes to the 2022 Wyoming Fine and Performing Arts Content and…
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Boundary Fire nearly 50% contained
The lightning caused Boundary Fire that started on August 10 has burned 73,620 acres and is 48%…
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Roadside maintenance beings Monday in Jackson
The Jackson and Blackrock Ranger districts of the Bridger-Teton National Forest have planned roadside clearing of vegetation in four areas.…
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Idaho is 1 of 15 states where gas prices fell this week, AAA reports
Idaho gas prices have risen 1.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.71/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 802 stations in…
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Higher pay, bonuses attract more Idaho correction officers
Idaho’s top prison official says a boost in pay and bonuses for prison workers has caused a spike in applications and increased retention of those…
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Plane tips backward during unloading in Idaho
A United Airlines plane tipped backward while being unloaded in Idaho, with passengers including part of the University of Southern California…
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Principal of SW Idaho charter school dies due to COVID-19
Officials at a southwestern Idaho public charter school say the school’s principal has died due to COVID-19.…
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Pocatello Pump brings out the competition
The oldest rock climbing competition in the United States returned to the Gate City.…
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UPDATED: Body found in search area for missing woman
Teton County Coroner Brent Blue was seen arriving in the Bridger-Teton National Forest. …
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Woman dead after UTV accident
A Fremont County Sheriff’s deputy and Island Park EMS responded to the call just before 11 P.M. near Big…
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Pocatello hosts Gift of Life Walk/Run
Organ donors got the help they need thanks to the Pocatello community.…
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Woman claims to have given ride to boyfriend of missing Gabby Petito
Authorities have been getting more tips from the public concerning the disappearance of Gabby Petito.…
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Roadway repairs begin Monday on ID-33 in Madison County
On Monday, the Idaho Transportation Department will begin repairs on Idaho Highway 33 in Madison County.…
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Victor store owner says missing woman and fiance were in store
She said the pair spent about 15 to 20 minutes in the store, and that they came in on either August 25 or…
Continue Reading Police: Missing Florida woman and slain couple unrelated
A Utah county sheriff said Friday detectives have determined there is no connection between the disappearance of a Florida woman who went missing…
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Wall That Heals now open in Blackfoot
Patriotism has filled the air at Jensen’s Grove with the arrival of The Wall That…
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IFFD reminds drivers about pulling over
As east Idaho grows, the calls for fire, police or EMS go…
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IF Symphony cancels park concert due to COVID-19 surge
After months of planning and the growing anticipation of the Idaho Falls community, the Idaho Falls Symphony regrets to announce the cancelation of…
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Madison Memorial Hospital opens up new mental health facility
Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg opened up it’s brand new behavioral mental health center with a ribbon cutting ceremony…
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Idaho’s unemployment rate drops to 2.9% for August
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by one-tenth of a percent from July to…
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Idaho leaders detail legal issues with federal vaccine mandate, threaten Biden with legal action
Governor Brad Little, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden, Senate President Pro Tempore Chuck Winder and House Speaker Scott Bedke sent a letter to…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,730 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 13 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,730 new COVID-19 cases and 13 new deaths…
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Pocatello Regional Transit announces changes for A, C and H routes
Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) is making some changes to three of its routes around Pocatello and…
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Idaho grants tax relief to victims of Hurricane Ida
The Idaho State Tax Commission is extending deadlines to file and pay taxes for victims of Hurricane…
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Splash Dance for Dogs returns Saturday
The pups will be taking over the pool at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex…
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NSA designates CEI’s Cybersecurity Program designated as Center of Academic Excellence
CEI’s Information Assurance & Cybersecurity program is now designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education…
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New Portneuf River access available on Douglass Lane
You now have a new spot to finish your float on the Portneuf…
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Infrared flight allows for updated acreage of Boundary Fire
A recent infrared flight has allowed for updated acreage figures of the Boundary…
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Gabby Petito’s family and police urge her fiancé to come forward with any information about her disappearance
Investigators searching for Gabby Petito believe her fiancé and those around him are withholding critical information related to her disappearance…
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Reservoir remains ID’d as kayaker drowned in Wyoming in 1995
Investigators say human remains found in a reservoir on the Wyoming-Idaho state line have been identified as a kayaker who drowned in a river in…
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Police continue Downard Funeral Home investigation
Detectives are continuing to work with the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses to identify cremated remains from Downard Funeral…
Continue Reading Authorities focusing on Wyoming, Utah in search for missing woman
“There’s nothing else that matters to me now. This girl right here, this is what matters. That is it. Anything else comes second to…
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Bodycam: Gabby Petito argued with boyfriend before vanishing
Police video shows a Florida woman who went missing out West had been arguing with her boyfriend in a Utah tourist town.…
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Idaho rations health care statewide as COVID-19 surge continues
Idaho’s public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring…
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Woman suffers significant thermal burns in Yellowstone
At Old Faithful early Thursday morning, park rangers provided initial care to a 19-year-old woman from Rhode Island with second- and third-degree…
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D93 moves to yellow phase next week
Bonneville School District 93 is moving to the Moderate/Yellow Phase next week (Sept. 20 to Sept.…
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Capitol for A Day sparks protests
Governor Little and his cabinet members held capitol for a day in Ammon at their city…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,218 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 40 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,218 new COVID-19 cases and 40 new deaths…
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