Search continues for Arizona man who fell off rocks near Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls
Search efforts continued for Teng Go, an 88-year-old Arizona man who fell into the Snake River near the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls on…
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Homicide suspect identified in Pocatello family fight
Pocatello police are investigating a suspicious death after a man’s body was discovered Sunday afternoon in the 800 block of Park…
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City of Ammon to begin charging 3% convenience fees for electronic payments
Residents who pay the City of Ammon by card or electronic check will soon see an additional 3% convenience fee, starting Tuesday, Sept. 1st…
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Chukars broadcaster John Balginy retires after 41 years in the booth
Chukars broadcaster John Balginy retired following a 41-year career in the booth after calling his final game of the season Sunday, August…
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Ask an attorney: Kohberger wants to take back his guilty plea. What happens next?
IDAHO FALLS, ID (KIFI): Bryan Kohberger is asking an Idaho judge to let him take back the guilty plea that resulted in four life sentences for the…
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City of Pocatello encourages volunteers for Saturday’s Annual Portneuf River Cleanup
The City of Pocatello is gearing up for an annual volunteer opportunity– the Portneuf River Cleanup. The river is one of the city’s biggest natural…
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Pocatello Annual Greek Festival Returns, draws thousands to Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
The Pocatello Greek Festival is a fan-favorite every year, drawing out thousands to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church for a vast menu of greek…
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Sugar-Salem Shuts Out Snake River 35-0
Sugar-Salem secured a dominant 35-0 shutout victory over Snake River on Friday…
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West Side Dominates Firth 35-7
West Side overcame an early deficit to defeat Firth 35-7 after scoring 35 unanswered…
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Hillcrest Tops Pocatello 32-7 in Rainy Matchup
Hillcrest defeated the Thunder 32-7 in Pocatello on Friday night despite heavy…
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Russets secure first win of season over Idaho Falls in heavy rain
Shelley defeated Idaho Falls 24-14 in the heavy rain, marking their first win of the…
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Skyline Grizzlies beat Bonneville Bees 18-14 in rainy season opener
The Skyline Grizzlies defeated the Bonneville Bees 18-14 in their season opener under rainy second-half conditions at Thunder…
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2 Dead After Jet Boat Capsizes Below Palisades Dam Outlet
Two men died Friday morning after a jet boat overturned in the Snake River near the Palisades Dam. While a woman in the party reached the bank…
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Portneuf Valley Trails Alliance Installs 7 New Waste Stations on City Creek and Cusick Trail Systems
Pocatello is known for its nearby nature and vast trail systems. Many locals and tourists take their pets on the trails, leaving behind bags of pet…
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Nature Talks Series returns to Edson Fichter Nature Area
The Edson Fichter Nature Area is welcoming back the beloved Nature Talks series to the newly improved amphitheater for the entire month of September.…
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Madison Rolls Past Riverton at ICCU Dome
The Madison Bobcats continued their strong start to the season by defeating Riverton at the ICCU…
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Bear River defeats Thunder Ridge 49-35 in Rocky Mountain Rumble opener
Bear River defeated Thunder Ridge 49-35 in the opening game of the Rocky Mountain Rumble at the ICCU…
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Rigby overcomes early deficit to beat Bonneville in volleyball comeback
The Rigby Trojans moved to 10-0 on the season after defeating the Bonneville Bees 3-1 in a 5A vs 6A volleyball…
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Bonneville seeks better start vs. Skyline after tough season
The Bonneville High School football team is scheduled to open its season at home this Friday night against Skyline, seeking to overcome the memory of…
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Bengals and UNLV Rebels settle for 3-3 draw at Davis Field
The Idaho State Bengals and the UNLV Rebels played to a 3-3 draw on Thursday night after the Rebels overcame a three-goal deficit with two…
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Rifles reported missing from Island Park home; separate gun theft investigation ongoing in Malad
ISLAND PARK, Idaho — Authorities in Eastern Idaho are investigating after rifles were reported missing from a property near Henry’s Lake in…
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Over 200 Melaleuca volunteers clean up Idaho Falls Greenbelt
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- More than 200 volunteers from Melaleuca partnered with the City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department on Thursday…
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Idaho State University kicks off fall semester with part-time jobs, back-to-business fairs
The first week of school at ISU is always filled with daily events for students. Some are geared towards incoming freshman to help them meet fellow…
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How Rick Springfield Likes His Potatoes
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Grammy award winner, actor and rock musician Rick Springfield spoke with our Local News 8 morning crew to discuss his…
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Skyline Grizzlies prepare for season opener vs. Bonneville Bees
The Skyline Grizzlies football team is preparing for its upcoming season opener against the Bonneville Bees on Friday, August 28, following some…
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19th annual Tin Cup Awards sets new donation record
The 19th annual Tin Cup Challenge in Teton Valley raised a record $4.9 million for local nonprofits and brought together donors, businesses and…
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Glen Allen Project Hosts Special Needs Mixer Party in Pocatello
As one attendee this morning said, “there’s disabled people everywhere,” and in Pocatello, the Glen Allen Project is bringing together the special…
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Thunder Ridge Titans seek new standard as season opens Thursday
The Thunder Ridge Titans football team is set to open its season this Thursday at the ICCU Dome against the Bear River Bears as part of the Rocky…
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Bengals are back at Idaho State University; campus welcomes Class of 2030
Classes are officially underway at Idaho State University in Pocatello and students are ready for another fall semester packed with events and…
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Police urge caution for drivers as back-to-school means buses on the road
Back-to-school means buses running their routes each morning and midday across the area. Police are prepping their patrol for extra caution to…
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Rigby murder suspect held 2-year-old child during fatal shooting, court docs reveal
A 22-year-old man named Tristin John Chase was arraigned on a second-degree murder charge Monday and set for a $750,000 bond following a fatal…
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Former Greater Idaho Falls Chamber CEO Paul Baker denies ‘false and defamatory’ IFAF allegations
Former Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce CEO Paul Baker denied allegations of financial misconduct made by a local podcast and called for a…
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$20.8M U.S. 30 Wildlife Crossings Nearing Completion
A $20.8 million project featuring three new wildlife underpasses along U.S. Highway 30 near Montpelier, Idaho, is nearing completion and is expected…
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Melba overcomes rain and lightning to dominate Ririe in season opener
The Melba Mustangs defeated the Ririe Bulldogs 26-0 during a season opener interrupted by severe…
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Idaho State Police host Hiring Open House at District 5 Facilities
Idaho State Police offered a two-hour opportunity for locals interested in working in law enforcement by giving them a tour of the District 5 office…
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Madison cruised to a 52-0 victory over Minico in season opener
Madison shut out Minico 52-0 in their season opener on Friday…
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South Fremont secures 53-0 blowout victory against North Fremont
The South Fremont Cougars secured a dominant 53-0 shutout victory over the North Fremont Huskies to open up the 2026…
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Decisive two-point conversion leads Blackfoot past Shelley
The Blackfoot Broncos secured a narrow 8-7 victory over the Shelley Russets following a decisive two-point conversion in the final moments of the…
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“We can’t be a ‘no’ county,” New Land Use and Development Ordinance Rewrite could overturn ban on Solar Farms in Bannock County
Residents near Downey have spoken out about the new draft ordinance for Land Use and Development, stating their concerns for the integrity and…
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Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho Open Applications for Second Chance Smile Makeover
Lives have been changed for years at Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho through the Second Chance smile makeover program, where one lucky recipient…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History receives national accreditation for excellence, plans for a new exhibit in September
The Idaho Museum of Natural History (IMNH) on the Idaho State University campus in Pocatello has received its accreditation from the American…
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Shelley football seeks stability under fourth coach in four years
Interim head coach Mike Messick is leading the Shelley High School football team into the season with a focus on restoring stability and mental…
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Monster X Tour hits Rexburg’s Madison County Fairgrounds Saturday
The Monster X Tour is scheduled to bring monster truck racing and competitions to the Madison County fairgrounds in Rexburg, Idaho, this…
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Sam Canton breaks two records with historic home run for Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls Chukars outfielder Sam Canton set new franchise and league records on August 19 when he hit his 29th home run of the season and reached…
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Idaho Food Bank kicks off 2026 Back-to-School campaign to combat childhood hunger
The Idaho Food Bank’s Back-to-School Campaign is underway for the 2026 school year, including programs like the school pantries and backpack meals.…
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High School Football Preview Series: Hillcrest Knights gear up for campaign with new QB at the helm
The Hillcrest Knights football team is preparing for its upcoming season opener against Pocatello while integrating new talent following the…
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Eagle holds off Highland 26-21 in Sportsline’s Game of the Week
Eagle defeated Highland 26-21 in the first Friday Night SportsLine Game of the 2026 high school football…
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Bannock County’s Mission 3E Veterans Summit brings resources together to empower former service members
The mission for Bannock County Veterans Services is simple: gather resources for veterans to assist in employment, education and entrepreneurship…
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2026 High School Football Preview Series: Rigby Trojans aim for toughness, accountability, and focus
Head coach Armando Gonzalez is preparing the Rigby Trojans for their upcoming Idaho 6A title-defense season, which begins August 21 against the Roy…
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Dustin Medellin leads Idaho Falls High as Tigers aim to end 700-day drought
Under new head coach Dustin Medellin, the Idaho Falls High School football program is focusing on fundamentals and increased roster size as it…
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Champs Heart Equine Encounters receives Idaho Service Spotlight, presented by Senator Jim Risch
Champs Heart, a local organization committed to providing equine encounters and rides for veterans and children with special needs in the community,…
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Pocatello City Council hears from police about procedures for Flock Cameras
Flock cameras have sparked debate across the country, with residents concerned their data may be released out of their control. As part of the…
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Ririe Bulldogs reload following 3A state championship runner-up finish
Following a 3A state championship runner-up finish and significant senior graduation, the Ririe Bulldogs high school football team will implement a…
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Idaho’s First Cat Cafe coming soon to Pocatello, “Connection without Consumption” and cats for mental health at Caturdays208
Idaho is one of only two states left in the U.S. without a cat cafe. Shannon Fox and her fiancé are taking the leap of faith and entrepreneur…
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Justin Anderson wins Eddie Hogan Cup as Team Idaho takes first title
Justin Anderson won the Eddie Hogan Cup in Portland, Oregon, leading Team Idaho to its first-ever team championship in the tournament’s history…
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Several charges dropped in Island Park voter fraud investigation
Prosecutors in Fremont County have dismissed or reduced charges against several individuals involved in an investigation into alleged voter fraud…
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Cars and Coffee unites the car community in Pocatello every Sunday
Cars and Coffee is a weekly car show that has brought out hundreds of visitors every Sunday in Pocatello. Since its founding in 2019, the event…
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Marshall Public Library holds donation drive for school supplies and hygiene products
The Marshall Public Library has been collecting donations of school supplies and hygiene products every year since 2018. Between August 3 and…
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Gate City Grays beat Logan Royals 16-6 to force a deciding game 3
The Gate City Grays defeated the Logan Royals 16-6 on Friday night to force a deciding third game in their playoff…
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Idaho Falls Chukars beat Hawks 27-8 to climb standings
The Idaho Falls Chukars defeated the Hawks 27-8 on Friday night, moving ahead of them in the second-half standings while continuing their pursuit of…
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Join the City of Chubbuck for 65th annual “Chubbuck Days” Celebration August 7-8
The “Chubbuck Days” celebration is back for the weekend in Chubbuck, a summer bash filled with family fun, movies and parades for the community. The…
Continue Reading “Look elsewhere”: Solar farm ordinance rewrite draws ire of Bannock County residents for and against the ban
For the last two years, local farmers in Downey have been voicing their opinions on the potential for solar farms in south Bannock County. It’s a hot…
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Chukars overcome Boise with nine-run surge over three innings
The Idaho Falls Chukars improved to 8-7 in the Highway Series following a victory over the Boise Hawks fueled by a nine-run…
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Firefighters contain 150-acre Byrne Side fire in Madison County
The Madison Fire Department reported that the Byrne Side fire, which burned approximately 150 acres south of Rexburg, has been fully…
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The “Best little fair in Idaho,” Bannock County Fair and Rodeo returns to Downey
The “Best little fair in Idaho” is back in Downey all week long with activities for families, cowboys and little ones. Many of the people who work to…
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Kratom banned in Blackfoot
The Blackfoot City Council has approved an ordinance banning the sale of kratom within city limits, making it illegal for businesses to sell the…
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“We Are All Concerned,” Community seeks solutions for Teton Pass safety
Residents from both sides of Teton Pass came together Monday night to discuss ways to make one of the region’s busiest roads safer following a series…
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Community Food Basket Director Ariel Jackson to step down
Ariel Jackson will step down as the executive director of the Community Food Basket on August 21 after more than six years leading the…
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Youth Jam will roar to life this weekend
The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for…
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Bannock County Commissioners talk more about placing 180-day emergency pause on Data Center permits
As potential data centers continue to dominate conversation in Eastern Idaho, the Bannock County Board of Commissioners enacted a temporary…
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Nearly 30 hot air balloons launch Ammon Days celebration, surprise some residents with neighborhood landings
Nearly 30 hot air balloons launched Friday morning at McCowin Park as part of the annual Ammon Days event, which features various activities…
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Auditions open for locally produced mystery series ‘Peripheral’
A group of young creatives in the Pocatello community are working to make an independent film series titled “Peripheral.” The series will be eight…
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Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo Celebrates 115 Years at Sandy Downs
The 115th annual War Bonnet Round Up, Idaho’s oldest rodeo, commenced with the Toyota Wild West Family Fest at Sandy Downs in Idaho…
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Henry’s Creek Fire south of Ammon burns 400+ acres
Fire officials are strongly urging people to stay away from South Ammon Road, Henry’s Creek Road, and Taylor Mountain road as they continue their…
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Coach Cody Hawkins dismisses preseason and stress home opener ahead of camp
Idaho State Bengals head coach Cody Hawkins is set to open training camp with a focus on building team culture ahead of the season opener against VMI…
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Center Stage Theatre announces 2027 lineup of shows
Center Stage Theatre is shining a bright spotlight on its upcoming 2027 season lineup. Packed with Broadway hits, timeless classics, and deeply…
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States may soon manage grizzly bears after exceeding recovery goals
The federal government is moving to grant states more authority over grizzly bear management following a petition from Montana. This proposal would…
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Pocatello man charged after police say he intentionally ran over Flock cameras at Lowe’s
A 20-year-old Pocatello man is charged with felony malicious injury to property after police say he intentionally drove his pickup truck over two…
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Parrish Family 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament returns to Pocatello, raising awareness for CO Poisoning
A tradition born from tragedy is back in Pocatello for the twelfth year– the annual Parrish Family 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. The competition…
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Idaho Falls martial arts gym raises funds for student competition travel
Omens Martial Arts in Idaho Falls is selling Domino’s fundraiser cards to cover rising travel costs for students competing in regional…
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Massive Husky Howl Solar Farm receives ag rezone; permit on hold
A proposed 950-acre solar farm in southern Fremont County stirred up serious discussion…
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Idaho grain crops show resilience despite drought and pests
Grain farmers in southern and eastern Idaho faced a challenging growing season due to drought, spring frost, and pests. However, University of Idaho…
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Chukars rewrite Pioneer League history in 40-run scoring frenzy
The Idaho Falls Chukars broke the Pioneer League single-game scoring record by defeating the Great Falls Voyagers 40-18 on July…
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Razor’s Edge Boxing Club hosts 8th ‘Rumble in the Jungle’
Razor’s Edge Boxing Club hosted its 8th “Rumble in the Jungle” boxing event Saturday evening at the Bonneville County Fairgrounds. The event…
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Idaho Falls Marathon ran through Snake River Landing Saturday morning
The Idaho Falls Marathon recently concluded in Eastern Idaho, offering a full marathon, half marathon, and 5K distances to the local running…
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Camp Hayden kicks off its seventh annual special needs camp in Ririe
Camp Hayden adapts every activity so children and families with physical or mental disabilities can join the fun safely. It’s an adventure that…
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“Wheels for Compassion” Car Show Raises Funds for Local Non-Profit Hospice Care
For the second year in a row, organizers and volunteers in Shelley are bringing car lovers together for a cause. “Wheels for Compassion” is an…
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First Annual Idaho Outdoor Expo draws crowd to The Waterfront in Idaho Falls
One local man in Idaho Falls with a passion for hunting and fishing led to the creation of a brand-new event for the Eastern Idaho community– the…
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True Lacrosse Idaho holds tryouts and skills clinic in Pocatello
True Lacrosse Idaho held regional team tryouts and a skills clinic at OK Ward Park in Pocatello on July 23 and 24 to expand the sport and provide…
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Chukars explode for 19 runs to open series against Great Falls
The Idaho Falls Chukars opened a three-game series with a 19-14 victory over the Great Falls Voyagers, fueled by home runs from Emilio Barrera and…
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Idaho Falls narrowly misses 3-game sweep as PaddleHeads win 19-14
The Missoula PaddleHeads defeated the Idaho Falls Chukars 19-14 in a high-scoring game that saw 33 total runs…
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Distemper Outbreak in Pocatello Raccoons urges pet caution for residents
In the spring, a raccoon from Pocatello tested positive for canine distemper. Another positive test followed, leading Idaho Fish and Game to…
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3 Idaho Falls figure skaters carve a path to a national competition
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — For years, competitive figure skaters in eastern Idaho faced a challenge many athletes never have to think about:…
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Donations requested to make care packages for overseas heroes
Serengeti Care is collecting donations through September 10 to create care packages for military personnel serving overseas, which will be assembled…
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Gateway Transitional Care Center celebrates new outpatient therapy clinic and trach unit
Gateway Transitional Care Center has been an essential healthcare facility in Pocatello, serving inpatients in rehab for injuries, surgeries,…
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City of Pocatello seeks 7th seat member for Golf Advisory Committee
The City of Pocatello is searching for a new volunteer member for the Golf Advisory Committee following a seat vacancy. The seat is open for…
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Marshall Public Library to host summer book sale this weekend
The Friends of the Marshall Public Library (FOMPL) are hosting their annual summer book sale this Friday and Saturday in the community room at The…
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Razor’s Edge Boxing Club prepares for 8th annual Rumble in the Jungle event
Razor’s Edge Boxing Club is preparing for its 8th annual Rumble in the Jungle fundraiser on July 25, an event designed to support club operations…
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Bandits Cruise, Runnin’ Rebels Splits Opening Day at Legion State Tournament
LEWISTON, Idaho (KIFI) — Three Eastern Idaho teams took the field Thursday to begin the AA Idaho American Legion State Tournament in Lewiston, with…
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Competency evaluation ordered for suspect in Boise Greenbelt murder case
A judge ordered a mental health competency evaluation for Ross Wardlaw, who is charged in the first-degree murder of 25-year-old Jordan Harbst,…
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