Person hit by car in Idaho Falls parking lot
A car hit a person walking in an Idaho Falls parking lot Thursday…
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“Snow Daddy” set to hit the road with its new name chosen by local students
Franklin Middle School students named an area snow plow ‘Snow…
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Bannock County veterans asking for help to repair water damage in historic building
Bannock County veterans are asking for the community’s help to raise funds for repairs to the historic Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter receives large donation to build new shelter
Cevering says the goal is for the new facility to open in May…
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Dog rescued from icy Snake River in Idaho Falls
Some Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies took a polar plunge Wednesday afternoon in the Snake River to rescue a runaway…
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Health West to start construction on new Pocatello pharmacy
Health West announced they will soon begin construction on a new pharmacy located inside their Health West Pocatello…
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7-year-old injured in crosswalk accident
A 7-year-old girl crossing the street was hit by a car Thursday morning in…
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Woman rushed to hospital after being struck by car
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a vehicle accident where a pedestrian was hit near 45th East, Wednesday…
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Key lines from President Joe Biden’s farewell address
By Kevin Liptak, Jack Forrest, Aditi Sangal and Elise Hammond, CNN (CNN) — After four years in the White House – and a half-century in…
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Gov. Little’s “Keeping Promises” Initiative – Key takeaways for Southeast Idaho
Governor Little was in Idaho Falls Wednesday, highlighting his “keeping promises plan” for the 2025 Idaho…
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Idaho Falls mayor presents her last State of the City
Wednesday afternoon of January 15th 2025 Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper spoke at her last State of the City to address after 12 years of service as…
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Chubbuck Police need help in finding two teen runaways
Anevei Villasenor, 14, and Dalylah Villasenor, 17, were reported as runaways on January…
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Pocatello man charged with leaving puppies in dumpster
A man from Pocatello is facing several animal abandonment and cruelty…
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Car removed from Snake River near Blackfoot
Bingham County Search and Rescue removed a car that drove into the Snake River on Monday, January 13,…
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Pocatello-Chubbuck School District host public hearing on enrollment
Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) is holding a public hearing to discuss attendance and enrollment issues and possible school closures…
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Bannock County returns forensic lab funds
Bannock County has returned nearly $1 million of state funding originally secured to construct the now-defunct East Idaho Forensic Pathology…
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Two killed in head-on crash near Carey
Two people were killed in a head-on collision on US 26/93 just north of Carey on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.…
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Compass Academy closes early due to water main break
Compass Academy will close at 10:00 AM today due to a water main break in the street near the…
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A long-awaited ceasefire has finally begun in Gaza. Here’s what we know
By Sophie Tanno, Lauren Kent and Christian Edwards, CNN (CNN) — Three hostages were released from Hamas captivity in Gaza and dozens of…
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Trending news: Banned words for 2025, annoying sounds, Starbucks Handouts
Kailey Galaviz and Jeff Roper share the list of banished words for 2025 revealed by Lake Superior State University.…
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District 91 CTE Center in high demand after 3 years of success
Idaho Falls School District 91’s Career and Technical Education Center has been around for three…
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Joann files for bankruptcy — again
Joann, the fabrics and crafts retailer, has filed for bankruptcy for a second time within a year and announced that it’s seeking a…
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Ammon drivers beware! 17th Street to close Sunday for bridge work
Drivers who use 17th Street to get to Ammon from Idaho Falls will soon have to find a different route.…
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GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports
By Clare Foran and Haley Talbot, CNN (CNN) — The House voted on Tuesday to pass a GOP-led bill that would ban transgender athletes from…
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Bomb squad called to Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building
The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building was evacuated Tuesday morning when an ordnance shell was found by construction…
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Wife shoots husband after he threatens to kill her in Irwin
Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a fight between a husband and wife that ended up in a…
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Pocatello agencies hosting stalking awareness webinar
The Southeast Idaho Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force is hosting a stalking awareness webinar on Tuesday, January…
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Recent storms help eastern Idaho Snowpack
Average isn’t always something to celebrate, but after a relatively warm and quiet start to winter, having average snowpack is a welcome status. “It…
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New soup kitchen coming to Rexburg
The soup kitchen will be more than just a place to get a hot meal. It will also be a place where people can learn about resources available to get…
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Attorney asks for Jeremy Best to be moved to Madison County
Jeremy Best’s attorney wants to move him out of the Bonneville County Jail to the Madison County Jail because of constitutional rights…
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Glacier Bancorp agrees to acquire Bank of Idaho
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. announced Monday it has signed an agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho based in Idaho…
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Community All-Star: How Swan Valley Fire Chief serves his community
Some of our own Swan Valley firefighters are now in California battling those fires. Their training comes from a very…
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Bingham County citizens share concerns over proposed gravel pit
Bingham County residents banding together to appeal a decision to allow the operation of a gravel pit.…
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Bridge replacement to close intersection on Bonneville-Jefferson County line
Crews will begin work on replacing a bridge over a canal along the Bonneville – Jefferson County line on Monday, January…
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Student-inspired names appear on snowplows
Watch out for Pow Pow Ka Plow on the roads. The newly named plow by students hits the roads across eastern…
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Pocatello man arrested for Sunday morning shooting
A Pocatello man has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident on Upland St. Sunday…
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Why restaurant chains are closing and what can be done
If more and more restaurant chains close their doors for good, it can lead to more jobs being lost, prices needing to be raised, and fewer restaurant…
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Passengers evacuated after “suspicious device” was found at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport
Around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday Jan. 11, a security incident occurred at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport resulting in the response of the Idaho Falls…
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Bridal fair helps reduce wedding planning stress
“A lot of the couples that I help really don’t want the big venue. They don’t want the big groups, they don’t want a whole lot of family…
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Eastern Idaho Crisis Intervention Team receives Gold Certification
The Region 7 Crisis Intervention Team (“CIT”) has been awarded Gold Level Certification through CIT…
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Idaho bill raises the bar on getting initiatives, referendums onto ballot
Lawmakers are once again attempting to make it more difficult to pass a citizen-backed ballot initiative or…
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Lava Hot Springs Senior Center seeking funds for building refurbishments
The Lava Hot Springs Senior Center is seeking grant money and other funds to maintain and repair the historic…
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Bonneville County Sheriff unveils new jail expansion
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office celebrated two newly completed expansion projects to the jail with a dual ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday…
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Lori Vallow tells judge she’s ready for trial
Lori Vallow appeared in a Phoenix courtroom for a status conference Friday, January 10, 2025.…
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Multi–vehicle crash halts traffic on Yellowstone Highway
Lanes on Yellowstone Highway closed following an accident involving multiple…
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IFPD on the hunt for driver that hit a building
“Late in the evening of December 17th, this vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run…
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Meet the Swan Valley firefighters who are on their way to California
One hundred and four firefighters, and twenty-five fire engines from Idaho are on their way to help fight the devastating California…
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Madison County Sheriff investigates fatal crash near Teton
Two people were killed Wednesday in a crash on Idaho Highway 33 east of Teton.…
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Sparklight Grant Boosts Idaho Falls Symphony’s Youth Education
The Idaho Falls Symphony received a $3,000 grant from the Sparklight Charitable Foundation to help fund some local youth education…
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Reed’s Dairy gives back to community on fire anniversary
Reed’s Dairy will mark the one-year anniversary of the fire that destroyed its production facility with a give-back promotion.…
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Ammon students enjoy new dining experience
Ammon Elementary students get to eat in a brand-new cafeteria.…
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I-15/I-86 Interchange project to be completed this year
After years of construction, the I-86 and I-15 System Interchange project is expected to be completed by August 2025, according to the Idaho…
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Idaho DMV urges drivers to add your next of kin to online account
The following is a news release from the Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles. BOISE, Idaho (IDMV) – The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is…
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Student, Parent, and Teacher information stolen in cyberattack against Bonneville School District 93
Bonneville School District 93 reported a cybersecurity breach Wednesday, January…
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Idaho firefighters are headed to California
The State of Idaho is mobilizing five task forces to assist in protecting
communities threatened by wildfires burning in Southern…
Randy Larkin sentenced to life in prison
Randy Michael Larkin was sentenced to life in prison, with no eligibility for parole for 25…
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Scheduled road closure on County Line Road beginning January 13
Jefferson County posted to its Facebook that the intersection of County Line Road and 3900 East/Iona Road will be closed beginning Monday, January…
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Warmer winter may spark kitten season surge
Right now it’s slow at the shelter when it comes to adopting kittens, which is not uncommon during the wintertime. But this year some cats captured…
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Idaho House starts 2025 session with proposal to challenge same-sex marriage
An Idaho House committee is considering asking the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling legalizing same-sex marriage…
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Hacker accesses student, teacher data in Bonneville School District 93
Bonneville School District 93 sent a letter to parents saying someone accessed their PowerSchool data system during the holiday break.…
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Grizzly bears to remain on Endangered Species Act list
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will keep grizzly bears on the Endangered Species Act list and is proposing to create a “Distinct Population…
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Idaho’s Top 10 prohibited items TSA found in carry-on luggage
A sledgehammer, a bowie knife, and a large slingshot. What do these items all have in common? They were all discovered in carry-on luggage at…
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Eastern Idaho health officials respond to declining vaccination rates nationwide
Vaccine exemptions among kindergartners have hit an all-time high this year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Three snowmobilers rescued from ravine near Island Park
Three Minnesota men riding snowmobiles were rescued from a deep ravine west of Island Park on Monday evening, January 6,…
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Pay It Forward find news nonprofit helping victims of domestic violence
A new nonprofit that is just starting out on a quest to help victims of domestic…
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Fun wintertime things to do at the Idaho Falls Library
The Idaho Falls Public Library says there is always something to do at the library to keep you warm, entertained, and…
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Employee fired after data breach at Eastern Idaho Public Health
The following is a press release from Eastern Idaho Public Health. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The following is a press release from Eastern Idaho…
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TikTok Ban: What do parents think?
As the potential ban inches closer, American parents are split on whether it would enhance online safety for their…
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Bonneville County Deputies respond to “swatter” call
A big hoax. That was the result of an anonymous call to the Idaho Falls Dispatch that claimed they were witnessing a stabbing at an area home around…
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Idaho GOP censures Madison County Precinct Committee Officer
The Idaho Republican Party has censured a Madison County Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) for his support of Prop One or “Idahoans for Open…
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Blackfoot gravel pit discussed at county planning and zoning meeting
At a Bingham County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on Monday morning, people gathered at the Nuart Theater in Blackfoot to discuss a…
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Southeastern Idaho Public Health wants parents to start new year with home visit program
Through the ‘Parents as Teachers’ program, Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) helps new parents develop a support system and get in touch with…
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‘FILM Act’ signed into law benefits local filmmakers
Two independent filmmakers suing Grand Teton National Park won’t have to, now that the ‘FILM Act’ has been signed into…
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Key Takeaways: Governor Little’s State of the State address
Governor Brad Little is set to kick of the first day of the 2025 Legislative session with the annual State of the State address. Little will begin…
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Idaho ranks 10th highest-growing state of 2024
“I think one of the main reasons we see people moving to Idaho is the proximity to the world-class recreation we…
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Bonneville County Library District kicks off 2025 reading challenge
The Bonneville County Library is kicking off its Book Dragon Reading Challenge for…
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Four-vehicle crash injured multiple people
Idaho State Police is investigating a multi-vehicle injury crash that occurred at Beeches Corner just outside of Iona on January 4, 2025, at…
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Three suspects arrested after shooting incident
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies located three suspects involved in a shooting incident overnight[Jan.…
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Skier dies in avalanche on Togwotee Pass
Just before noon on Saturday, Teton County Search & Rescue was called to respond to a known avalanche burial on Togwotee…
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Idaho Falls Family YMCA hosts sports complex fundraiser
Over 2,500 youth come through the YMCA’s sports program to play basketball, soccer, and more.…
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Shelley Mayor issued Snow Proclamation requiring empty streets for snow removal
The Shelley Police Department warns that cars may be towed for snow…
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Snow event issued in Idaho Falls creates parking restrictions
The City of Idaho Falls issued a snow event, and parking…
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Barrasso sworn in as Senate Majority Whip
U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) was officially sworn into the United States Senate to continue serving Wyoming in the 119th Congress.…
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Governor outlines his priorities for the upcoming legislature
Idaho Governor Brad Little addressed the news media Friday morning about his priorities for the 2025…
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Ways to save money as skiing prices rise
Bonney also recommends you start planning ahead for next year, as March and April are usually the best times to buy ski passes for the next…
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Local reptile rescue helps find homes for cold blooded critters
Since DragonTails Rescue took in their first lizard in 2019, the business of rescuing sick and abandoned reptiles has…
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US surgeon general sounds alarm about link between alcohol and cancer
CNN By Ben Tinker, Meg Tirrell and Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday warning Americans…
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Freezing rain and wintry mix to start
Rain will freeze on your roads and windshield and sidewalks this morning. Highs will melt things down to the 38th degree ( warmer than usual ) ahead…
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Idaho Power granted revenue increase
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has granted Idaho Power a 3.73 percent increase in base…
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New camping reservation system “IDAHO TIME” launches January 6
Reserving a campsite and getting additional information with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) is about to…
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Wayne Osmond passed away at age 73
Wayne Osmond passed away Wednesday night at age 73. Donny Osmond, his brother, said that Wayne died of a…
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Could Rocky Mountain Power increase rates in 2025?
Rocky Mountain Power has submitted a proposal to increase customer rates for electricity services in…
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U-Pick Red Barn battles city to stay open
The annual business in Idaho Falls has provided fall fun for families for almost 20…
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Pocatello highlights its achievements from 2024
Pocatello will host its annual State of the City meeting on January 2 at Pocatello City…
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Pocatello church volunteer group provides free car repairs for drivers in need
Volunteers from the Grace Lutheran Church in Pocatello are starting another year of providing free car repairs and service to people who may not have…
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You can dispose of your Christmas tree at the Icy Inferno Celebration in Ammon
The City of Ammon will heat things up this winter with its annual icy inferno…
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Power outage fixed in Island Park
Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative posted on their Facebook about a power outage in Island…
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Meet the first local babies born in 2025
Meet the local babies born on the first day of…
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New Orleans attacker discussed plans to kill his family and join ISIS in chilling recordings. Here’s what we know
CNN By Casey Tolan, Curt Devine, John Miller, Mark Morales, Paul P. Murphy and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — In a series of videos, the man…
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Community All-Stars: The unsung heroes of winter keeping Idaho’s roads safe
As the temperatures drop and the snow falls one questions always seems to come up: “How are the roads?” The people who really know the answer are the…
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