Elk herd moved near Fort Hall
A elk herd has been wintering on the west side of the interstate as the harsh winter drove them further down than they usually would. Sunday, April…
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Kids embark on Easter Egg Hunt at Snake River Landing
Fields were filled to the brim with brightly colored plastic eggs as kids of all ages gathered to gather them up. As many of the kids prepared they…
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New software marketplace expands licensing opportunities
Idaho National Laboratory’s software marketplace is officially open for…
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Winter travel restrictions extended through May 1
Winter closures extended to decrease wildlife mortality rates due to heavy…
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Jury set in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
jury has been seated in the trial of Lori…
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2023 Easter celebration events
Below are the 2023 Easter celebration events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming.…
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Fisherman rescued from Fort Hall Bottoms area
At 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Fort Hall Fire & EMS responded to the Bottoms area of the Fort Hall Reservation near Broncho Road to assist Fort Hall Fish &…
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Planned power outages as part of 17th and Woodruff project
As part of the continued improvements at the 17th Street and Woodruff Intersection, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement brief planned power…
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DEQ issues notice of boil water advisory for Aspen Ridge Subdivision, Island Park
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing notice of a boil water advisory for the Aspen Ridge Subdivision in Island Park,…
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Bannock County alerts residents of flood risk this weekend
There is a great flood risk this weekend for areas around Bannock County starting on Sunday and continuing into…
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Expanded property tax refund program open for applications
The Wyoming Department of Revenue announced the newly expanded property tax relief program for homeowners is now open for applications.…
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I-15 to temporarily close and cause delays due to elk movement
There is no time estimate for how long it will take to move both…
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BLM to extend Chinese Peak—Blackrock Canyon seasonal closures
BLM plans to open the trails on May 1 if conditions warrant opening.…
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Idaho DMV removes convenience fees for online driver’s license renewals
Idaho driver’s licenses and ID cards are now available at a reduced cost online.…
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Wackerli Subaru shares the love with local animal shelter
A local animal shelter and car dealership team up to provide a home for our furry…
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6 month temporary boat slip trial to begin at Palisades Reservoir
Beginning Memorial Weekend, 30 boat slips will be available to rent courtesy of Pinnacle Recreation under a temporary one-year special use permit…
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Weather challenges delay Idaho Falls Zoo 2023 opening day
Opening day of the Idaho Falls Zoo will now be on Wednesday, April 26 at 9:30…
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Recipients of 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” announced
Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has chosen three awardees for the 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral…
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Fort Hall residential fire considered total loss
Two people are recovering after a house fire on North Bannock Road in Fort…
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ITD reminds drivers to put down the distractions and drive engaged
Now through April 19, more officers will be on the roads looking to educate distracted drivers and remind them that Idaho is a hands-free state.…
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Judge rules JJ Vallow’s grandmother may attend Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Judge Steven Boyce has made a decision on whether or not the Woodcocks can be present in the courtroom during the trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell.…
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3 things to know this morning – April 7, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Fish and Game addressing Lemhi River flooding concerns
Homeowners in the small town of Baker, Idaho are still recovering from the intense flooding in the Lemhi River nearly three months…
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Fisherman rescued from Snake River
A fisherman is safe after a rescue Thursday on the Snake…
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New signal at US 20 and SH 47 in Ashton to be activated Thursday
The Idaho Transportation Department will activate the new signal at US Highway 20 and State Highway 47 Thursday to make the intersection…
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House fails to override veto
The Idaho Legislature has officially ended for the…
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Spring season kicks off with partial opening of Teton Park Road to recreational activities
The Teton Park Road between Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain Lodge will partially open to activities such as walking, biking and skating…
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US average gas prices rise, now higher than Idaho’s average
Gas prices are surging across the country, but Idaho drivers aren’t feeling the pain – at least, for…
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State Controller’s Office creates transparency in state, local government spending for Idaho taxpayer
The Idaho State Controller’s Office (SCO) is keeping its commitment to the people of Idaho with the successful expansion and implementation of…
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Protocols approved to move forward with Lemhi River Basin Settlement Agreement operations in 2023
The Idaho Water Resource Board on Friday approved the appointment of six people to serve on the Lemhi River Basin Comprehensive Settlement Agreement…
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DEQ awards nearly $51 million to 14 drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $50,550,110 in construction grants to 14 drinking water and wastewater…
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LDS Church provides update on Elder Holland’s health
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released the following…
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Gov. Gordon challenges EPA’s arbitrary deferral of Wyoming’s ozone transport plan
On Wednesday, Governor Mark Gordon, through the Attorney General’s office, submitted a petition for review of the Environmental Protection…
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6 Idaho educators nominated for nation’s highest STEM teaching honor
Six Idaho math and science teachers have been named as state finalists for the national Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science…
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2023 spring bicycling between Yellowstone’s West Entrance and Mammoth Hot Springs begins April 7
Beginning Friday, April 7, bicyclists willing to brave the unpredictable weather of spring in Yellowstone National Park can ride 49 miles between…
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D91 Education Foundation offers more scholarships and awards
Through partnerships with community groups and foundations, the D91 Education Foundation is offering more scholarship opportunities than ever to D91…
Continue Reading Jury selection continues in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Wednesday is day three of jury selection in the murder trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell in Ada…
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Idaho governor signs ‘abortion trafficking’ bill into law
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a bill into law Wednesday that makes it illegal for an adult to help a minor get an abortion without parental…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Blackfoot School District 55 canceling Thursday classes
After a series of school safety concerns, Blackfoot School District 55 is canceling classes for…
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Gender-affirming care for transgender youth banned in Idaho
Idaho’s governor has signed a bill criminalizing gender-affirming medical care for transgender…
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Idaho now has a state dinosaur – the Oryctodromeus
Last year, Joel Walton and his fourth grade class set out to issue a state dinosaur for Idaho. Now, all their work has paid…
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BLM seeks public input on a possible new quarry
A proposal is in for a new quarry to be implemented in a spot that is 10 miles east of Firth. The quarry will be extracting Burnstone or high calcium…
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Enroll now for TSA PreCheck at Idaho Falls Regional Airport
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport is allowing travelers to skip the line with the TSA’s expedited screening…
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$1.7 million approved to develop new recharge site near Idaho Falls for the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer
The Idaho Water Resource Board (Board) voted to approve $1.7 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to develop a new…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 608 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 8 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 608 new COVID-19 cases and 8 new deaths in the last…
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Drought in East Idaho has mostly come to an end
Drought conditions across Eastern Idaho are officially…
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Idaho Public Utilities Commission re-elects president
Eric Anderson was re-elected as the president of the Idaho Public Utilities Commission on…
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Casper to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Eastern Idaho Public Health will be hosting its Annual Celebration of Children for Child Abuse Prevention Month event on…
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3 new appointments made to State Department of Education Director roles
These appointments serve to fill all remaining vacant director positions following staff changes made after the department’s January…
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AAA car guide: EVs are charging forward
2023 guide rates 71 cutting-edge vehicles to help consumers understand their…
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Fatal crash on I-15 north of Idaho Falls
Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday at approximately 2:24 p.m. northbound I15 at milepost 124, north of…
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6 tips for filing Idaho taxes
As the April 18 deadline for filing income tax returns approaches, the Idaho State Tax Commission is offering six tips to make the process…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell jury selection continues
The murder trial in the case against Lori Vallow-Daybell is now into its second day of jury selection in Ada…
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Deceased man found on Fort Hall Reservation
Next of kin has been notified, and there is no danger to the…
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Madison Cares to host seminar on how domestic violence affects children
A local crisis center is hoping to educate people about the lasting effects of domestic violence on…
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Trump pleads not guilty to 34 charges; admonished by judge
Donald Trump conspired to illegally influence the 2016 election through a series of hush money payments designed to stifle claims that could be…
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Drivers asked to avoid Pocatello Creek, Mink Creek, Rapid Creek and Buckskin roads due to severe weather conditions
The National Weather Service is reporting one of the heaviest snowfalls in Pocatello history Tuesday afternoon and expects an additional one to three…
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Pocatello Police urge people to stay off roads because of heavy snow
The Pocatello Street Department is still trying to get the roads cleared from this large snowstorm that is affecting the Pocatello area. …
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Ready to travel the globe? Here’s what you should know
AAA offers trip advice as more Americans plan for an international…
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JHMR winter 2023-24 season passes on sale May 1
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) announced its winter 2023-24 Season Pass Sale, available online and in person beginning May 1.…
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Public invited to join rangers to observe strutting sage grouse
The public is invited to join park rangers on an early-morning tour to observe strutting sage grouse perform their annual mating dance near Mormon…
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White Pine Charter School to build new STEM Academy
White Pine Charter School will soon welcome more students in grades sixth to twelfth with its new STEM…
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Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road intersection project phase 1 complete
Phase one of the Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road intersection project to install a traffic signal is…
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Lawyers screen potential jurors in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Hundreds of people are expected to gather at an Idaho courthouse Monday morning as attorneys begin selecting jurors for the trial of a woman charged…
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School Closure – April 4, 2023
We have some school closures for you this…
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Pocatello man wins $50,000 on Big Spin
US Army and Vietnam veteran Gary Adams is a long time Idaho Lottery player, usually playing at his local store, the K&B Kwik Stop on Roosevelt in…
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Idaho gas prices drop 4 cents, potential spike on the way
Idaho drivers are still saving at the pump this week, but with a surprise announcement by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries…
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Moving on! Local American Idol contestant makes it past the performance round
After receiving the golden ticket in her audition, Paige Anne is continuing her American Idol…
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Gov. Gordon to hold second town hall virtually to discuss wildlife impacted by severe winter weather
Governor Mark Gordon and Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik have announced a second town hall meeting on Tuesday, April 4, at the Jeffrey…
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Idaho State Police recognizes National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
“Sexual assault takes many different forms, but one thing remains consistent – It’s never the victim’s…
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Zoo Idaho opening day slated for April 8
Starting April 8, Zoo Idaho will open its gates Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4…
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D91 students explore local careers
D91 students participate in annual Career Fair to find a pathway to success after…
Continue Reading Rigby Mayor to issue proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Rigby Mayor Richard Datwyler will be issuing a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month at the next Rigby City Council meeting on…
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Wine for Whiskers set April 14
The cost to enter is a donation of $20 per person or $5 for designated…
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Train derails in American Falls Saturday
A Union Pacific train derailed last night passing through Power County and American Falls.…
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At Seasons close Pebble Creek celebrates a successful ski season
After lots of snow this winter, the ski season at Pebble Creek Ski Resort ended Sunday, April 2nd, 2023. This year was record-breaking for the resort…
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15 additional temples announced at General Conference
Out of the 15 new temples announced, no locations in Eastern Idaho or Western Wyoming were…
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IDA Regional Airport preparing for TSA PreCheck Event
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is inviting passengers and Idaho Falls residents to participate in a week-long event to help them enroll in…
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ISU speakers host spring public debate
The nationally-ranked Idaho State Debate Team will host their spring Public Debate Tuesday, April 11, at 6pm in the Wood River Room at the Pond…
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Pothole season continues to wreak havoc on vehicles
Our roads continue to crumble under the tightening grip of winter weather. Many are concerned with what the roads can do with their cars and those…
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900 Block of South Arthur Avenue to Main Street restricted to 1 lane
This portion of the project is anticipated to take four weeks to complete, but the work schedule may change due to unforeseen…
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ISU receives new scholarship endowment from Campbell family
This scholarship will be available to support any Idaho State University walk-on athlete in good academic…
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Women United hosts second annual Beauty and the Brunch workshop
All proceeds from this event will support partner nonprofits that serve women, children, and families in need in Southeastern…
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Pocatello departments switch to summer work hours April 3
The City of Pocatello Street Department and Water Pollution Control (WPC) will switch to summer working hours Monday, April…
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April is car care month – Are you road trip ready?
AAA offers advice for catching up on vehicle maintenance and…
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Cold temperatures, deep snow taking a toll on Wyoming wildlife
Much of Wyoming is experiencing an increase in snowfall and extremely cold temperatures this winter.…
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AAA shares safety tips for April’s Distracted Driving Awareness…
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April fish stocking schedule for the Upper Snake Region
6,000 catchable rainbow trout are scheduled to be stocked in the Upper Snake Region this…
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1 month remaining to apply for Empowering Parents Grant Program Parent Advisory Council
Parents interested in taking on a leadership role in the Empowering Parents Grant Program have one month to apply for one of seven open positions on…
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2023 watercraft inspection season is here
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) watercraft inspection stations have begun inspecting boats for the 2023…
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Identities released after fatal deputy-involved shooting
The East Idaho Critical Incident Task Force continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deputy involved shooting incident…
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Idaho legislature ends business
The Idaho legislature has finished its business and now is waiting on Governor Brad Little to sign or veto the remaining…
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Wyoming shed hunt application opens April 1
April 1 is the first day to apply for the shed antler hunt in…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter warns against breeding dogs
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter is cautioning people against breeding dogs after four cocker spaniel puppies were dropped off at the shelter from an…
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WYDOT initiates project for WY 22 corridor between Jackson and Wilson
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the Town of Jackson and Teton County,…
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Annual spring clean-up planned at Restlawn and Mountain View Cemeteries
Starting Monday, April 3, 2023, crews will remove and discard all flower placement and decorations in Restlawn and Mountain View Cemetery (weather…
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