Angler catches Wyoming state record longnose sucker
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced a new state fish record for a longnose sucker.
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Jack Chinook Salmon stocked in Kid’s Creek Pond
Idaho Fish and Game’s Sawtooth Hatchery employees released 75 Jack Chinook Salmon in Kid’s Creek Pond in Salmon on Friday.
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Subcommittee to review reclassification of US-93 Tuesday
The Idaho Transportation Board 129,000-pound subcommittee will meet Tuesday, July 6, to review an application to reclassify the weight limits on United States Highway 93 (US93) from Arco to Challis.
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DEQ awards $3.2 million low-interest wastewater construction loan to the city of Grace
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of a $3.2 million low-interest wastewater construction loan to the city of Grace in Caribou County.
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Idaho Food Bank Fund accepting grant applications throughout July
The Idaho Food Bank Fund announced its 2021 grant application process is open until July 31 to Idaho nonprofit organizations that provide nutrition awareness, promote healthy eating or relieve hunger.
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Recap of Melaleuca Freedom Celebration Fireworks show
The 28th annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration took place this past weekend at Snake River Landing.
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Pocatello native named Miss Idaho
“I think being a woman, and a modern woman is so much more about the success that you make for yourself. And no one else gets to determine that for you.”
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Woman injured in camping accident in Caribou County
The call came in about midnight when a woman in her 30’s was accidentally run over while camping in the Cheatbeck Basin area.
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UPDATE: Man dies after motorcycle crash
FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI)- A Pocatello man who crashed his motorcycle Friday night has died, officials announced. Idaho State Police say the crash happened at 9:09 P.M, south of Forth Hall on I-15, at milepost 77. Michael Fleming, 48, of Pocatello, was traveling northbound on a 2008 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Fleming lost control of the vehicle
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Fireworks suspected in fire that forced evacuation of apartment building
The Idaho Falls Fire Department say fireworks are the suspected cause of a fire near an apartment building Sunday morning.
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Idaho Falls holds 4th of July parade
The Idaho Falls community celebrated Independence Day on Saturday with their annual parade.
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Grand Teton road to close for reconstruction project in 2022
Park officials plan to close the road’s southern stretch in the park in the spring of 2022.
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Rules for reserving or staking off areas for IF parade
With this weekend’s Independence Day Parade, the Idaho Falls Parks & Recreation Department would like to remind residents reserving or marking areas for the purpose of obtaining a viewing location for the parade may not occur on city property prior to 6:00 a.m. on July 3.
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Watch the 2021 Melaleuca Freedom Celebration here
You can watch the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration here.
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Maine fugitive caught, sentenced for stunt to gain attention at Old Faithful
Acting United States Attorney Bob Murray announced Friday 37-year-old Aaron E. Merritt of Madison, Maine pleaded guilty to trespassing on the Old Faithful thermal area in Yellowstone National Park.
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USS Idaho sailors visit the Gem State
Our state has some pretty impressive visitors for the holiday weekend.
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Tips to help plan for and enjoy the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration Fireworks show
Idaho State Police members are among the thousands of Idahoans getting ready for the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration in Idaho Falls Saturday, July 3.
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 83 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 83 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths Friday.
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Ruling goes against US sheep experimental station in Idaho
U.S. officials and a sheep industry group have filed notices to appeal a federal court ruling involving an eastern Idaho sheep research facility long targeted by environmental groups concerned about the potential harm to grizzly bears and other wildlife.
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Ammon Bundy convicted in trespassing trial
A jury has found anti-government activist and agitator Ammon Bundy guilty of misdemeanor trespassing and misdemeanor resisting or obstructing officers.
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Food donations wanted at Idaho Falls parade
All the food donated will be stored in the Food Basket’s 17,000 square foot warehouse, and given to other organizations if needed.
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Melaleuca Freedom Celebration already drawing in crowds
Everyone is coming on down to see what many claim to be “the best firework show in the west.”
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Police locate missing adult
UPDATE 1:15 p.m. The Idaho Falls Police Department reports Barbara Covert has been located.
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2021 Independence Day celebration events
Below are the 2021 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming and a list of canceled events.
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ISU School of Performing Arts announces 2021-2022 season
Idaho State University’s School of Performing Arts announceS its 2021-2022 season opening this fall as the program is eager to return to normal performances in the upcoming year.
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Southeast Idaho MATHCOUNTS receives $5,000 grant
The Southeast Idaho MATHCOUNTS Chapter received a grant for $5,000 from Bayer Fund.
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Idaho receives grant to expand, diversify registered apprenticeships
Idaho is one of 15 states to receive a U.S Department of Labor grant to expand its Apprenticeship Idaho program.
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ITD now taking comments for all upcoming projects
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is asking for input on the just-released draft Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP).
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Get the COVID-19 vaccine at Riverfest
Idahoans who haven’t been vaccinated against COVID-19 can get their shot for free this Saturday at Riverfest.
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Local mental health clinic expands to Pocatello
Pearl Health Clinic staff announce a third office in Southeast Idaho Thursday.
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PWHC Art & Photography contest winners
Bingham Healthcare announced the winners of the Pocatello Women’s Health Clinic Art & Photography Contest for 2021.
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Idaho Falls road closures, parking restrictions and safety tips for Fourth of July events
The Idaho Falls Police Department would like to remind you to be safe, plan ahead and know which roads will be closed as you make plans to attend celebrations around town.
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10 tips for visiting Yellowstone National Park this Fourth of July
Yellowstone National Park has offered these top things for you to know to recreate responsibly and safely in Yellowstone National Park this Fourth of July.
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Arizona probable cause statement released in Lori Vallow-Daybell case
More information is being released in the investigation into Lori Vallow-Daybell by an Arizona police department.
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Police release identity of drowning victim
UPDATE 7/2/21: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has released the identity of the 70-year-old male who drowned Thursday.
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Teton County Wyo. seeks input on pilot program
The Jackson/Teton County Housing Department released a survey on Wednesday to receive feedback from the public on ways to best serve the community’s needs through the Preservation Program.
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Local Links: Blackhawk BBQ Pit
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – It was the start of a new chapter for local veteran Nic Transtrum he hosted the grand opening for his new restaurant Blackhawk BBQ Pit Smokehouse.
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Idaho State Police release 2020 crime report
Idaho State Police have completed a 2020 Crime Report, primarily detailing statistics collected from police agencies.
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Health officials confirm West Nile Virus positive mosquito pool in Bear Lake County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) officials have confirmed identification of the first ever West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito pool in Bear Lake County.
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Damage to St. Ann’s Church in Mud Lake
Catastrophic damage to St. Ann’s Church in Mud Lake.
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New Idaho 511 website launched
he roads will be busy this 4th of July weekend, so the Idaho Transportation Department is encouraging us to prepare for our travels with their new Idaho 511 website.
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Salmon celebrates new gym with open house
The Nep and Mary Ellen Lynch Center held an open house for the community, seven years after the idea for a new gym came to life,
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Idaho will send 5 troopers to help Arizona secure border
Idaho Gov. Brad Little says he’ll send five Idaho State Police troopers to Arizona for 21 days to help with border security.
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Man killed in shootout with Wyoming trooper identified
A coroner has identified a man killed in a shootout that injured a Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper.
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Idaho officials reported 91 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths Thursday.
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Stay safe, boat sober
To keep boaters safe on the water for Independence Day, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department asks adults to be mindful of alcohol consumption as alcohol use is a leading contributing factor in recreational boater deaths and boating crashes.
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Idaho gas prices up 10 cents in a week amid booming July 4 travel
261,000 Idahoans will take a 4th of July vacation – the second highest number on record.
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F&G implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on department managed lands in Upper Snake Region
Effective immediately, all Idaho Fish and Game managed lands and access sites within the Upper Snake Region are under Stage 1 Fire Restriction until further notice.
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Idaho’s Teacher of the Year named to ‘Great Immigrants, Great Americans’ list
Idaho’s 2021 Teacher of the Year has been named to the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s annual list of Great Immigrants, Great Americans, the philanthropic foundation announced Wednesday.
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Pocatello releases 2021 water quality report
The latest edition of the City of Pocatello Water Department’s Water Quality Report is available for the public.
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Pocatello officially launches “Our Valley | Our Vision”
The City of Pocatello is looking for your help in shaping the future of the Gate City.
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Wasden announces appointment of 2 new division chiefs
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced the promotion of two deputy attorneys general to the position of division chief.
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Idaho K-3 reading tests show decline from pre-pandemic
State education officials say the percentage of Idaho students in kindergarten to third grade reading at their grade levels this year fell fell nearly 5% compared to 2019.
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Anonymous donors announce $100,000 matching grant challenge to pay off CFBIF warehouse
Four anonymous women have collaborated under the moniker “The Four Amigas” to introduce a matching grant opportunity to help pay off the recent purchase of the Community Food Basket Idaho Falls (CFBIF) food storage warehouse.
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AmeriCorps members provide fire support in Idaho
Individuals serving with the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Fuels Management Team are partnering with the Salmon-Challis National Forest to support fire mitigation and response.
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Most of June saw above average temps.
The heat has turned up like never before.
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Fire restrictions in effect in Yellowstone as fire danger increases
The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone National Park is now very high and Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect.
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Pelosi names Cheney to panel investigating Jan. 6 riot
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has named Republican Rep. Liz Cheney and seven Democrats to a new select committee to investigate the violent Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol.
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START Bus awarded grant for 4 more electric buses
Four additional electric buses will soon join the eight electric buses currently servicing Jackson.
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Teton County Wyo. Fair tickets on sale
Tickets to the Teton County Fair night events and the Frazier Carnival are on sale.
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Lori Vallow-Daybell status conference vacated
A status conference for Lori Vallow-Daybell has been set for Thursday at 11 a.m. before Judge Steven W. Boyce.
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribe hosts visit and blessing ceremony
The House of Tears Carvers is hosting their visit and blessing ceremony at the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel on Thursday, July 1 from 10-11 a.m.
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Philip Schwab sentenced to 25 years to life
The man who stabbed his girlfriend and buried her in a backyard flower bed will hear his sentencing Wednesday.
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Incredibly rare dual-sex butterfly found at Pingree Butterfly Haven
A Pingree couple with a passion for butterflies came upon a one in a million find: a butterfly with both sex chromosomes.
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Firefighters investigate cause of I-15 fire
The McCammon Volunteer Fire Department responded to a brush fire north of McCammon along Interstate 15 at 10:54 p.m. Tuesday.
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Idaho officials reported 97 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths Wednesday.
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Man pleads guilty to disorderly conduct in Yellowstone National Park
Acting United States Attorney Bob Murray announced Thursday 31-year-old Kyle F. Campbell of Fairmont, Indiana, pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident that occurred on June 21, 2021, in Yellowstone National Park.
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Road construction projects in Idaho Falls
HK Contractors will be making improvements on three separate roadways in Idaho Falls during the next 60 days.
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Man sentenced to prison in Idaho park shooting case
A man charged in connection with the Fourth of July shootings at a Coeur d’Alene park two years ago has been sentenced to up to 10 years in prison.
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Extra DUI patrols out in force
If you are hitting the road this 4th of July weekend, don’t be surprised to see more police officers on patrol.
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Blue Cross of Idaho sponsors new conference center at Mountain America Center
Blue Cross of Idaho announced Thursday it signed the naming sponsorship of the new conference center at the Mountain America Center.
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Gov. Little, Montana Gov. Gianforte urge Biden to commit to partnership
Not invited to Wednesday’s meeting with President Biden were Idaho Governor Brad Little and Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, and they have let the president know.
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Officials seek information regarding shooting of mountain lion in Swan Valley
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information regarding the shooting of an adult female mountain lion found on the Snake River Road near Deer Creek in Swan Valley.
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Backcountry camper kills aggressive moose in self-defense
Idaho wildlife officials say a backcountry camper killed a moose in self defense after the animal charged him and his dog.
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Police investigate incident near Willow Flats
Franklin County Sheriff David Fryar reports at approximately 4:45 p.m. Monday, a 35-year-old South Jordan, Utah woman walked into the sheriff’s office to report a suspicious incident that occurred up Willow Flats near the campground.
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DEQ seeks comment on pretreatment program for Rigby
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks public comment on a pretreatment program for the city of Rigby.
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Bannock County DMV announces appointment option
In April, the Bannock County Motor Vehicle office transitioned from a regular standing line of walk-in service to a new virtual same day service line using a queuing system called QLess.
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Driver’s license, other DMV fees will increase on July 1
Fees for standard Idaho driver’s licenses, identification cards and instruction permits will increase by $5 on July 1, 2021.
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Custer Day event canceled
The Salmon-Challis National Forest in partnership with the Land of the Yankee Fork State Park and the Land of the Yankee Fork Historical Association will cancel the Custer Day event effective immediately.
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Police arrest 2 suspects
The American Falls Police Department and the Power County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating a wanted and dangerous suspect.
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Idaho slightly hikes income limit for food benefit program
Idaho has slightly increased the income limits for people to qualify for a food assistance program aimed at ensuring pregnant women and children have adequate nutrition.
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Wyoming man accused of torching toddler has bail set at $1M
Prosecutors have charged a man in the death of a 2-year-old boy whose body was found in February in an apartment complex dumpster in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
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Pocatello officials encourage you to keep firework displays “Safe and Sane”
With little to no rain in the forecast over the coming days, the Pocatello Fire and Police Departments are reminding residents of the importance of celebrating the Fourth of July responsibly when it comes to fireworks.
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Lori Vallow-Daybell charged with conspiracy to commit murder in the death of Charles Vallow
A Maricopa County Grand Jury charged Lori Vallow-Daybell with one count of conspiracy to commit first degree murder Thursday in the death of Charles Vallow.
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ISP issues 200+ speeding tickets in just one weekend
Idaho State Troopers issued 350 tickets over the weekend, with 212 of those issued for speeding.
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INL hot cells once again prove value for EM waste treatment mission
The Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management’s (EM’s) use of repurposed, Cold War-era hot cells at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Site continues to pay big dividends by allowing workers to address some of the most challenging waste types at the Idaho Cleanup Project.
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Idaho Falls Zoo announces July events
The Idaho Falls Zoo is getting ready for a busy July.
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Idaho State Historical Society partners with museums statewide on membership program
The Idaho State Historical Society is collaborating with several Idaho museums for a pilot membership program.
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Governors oppose Biden’s efforts to pack the court
Governor Brad Little joined 19 other governors Tuesday in sending a letter to President Joe Biden opposing any efforts by his administration to increase the number of justice on the US Supreme Court.
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Idaho officials reported 77 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths Tuesday.
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Wyoming governor invites NRA to relocate in Wyoming
Governor Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Ed Buchanan have sent a letter to the National Rifle Association (NRA) inviting the NRA to explore relocation of its Virginia operation to Wyoming.
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Construction to begin on SH-33 from Sugar City to Newdale
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will begin construction Wednesday on SH-33 from the US-20 Interchange to Newdale.
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New Grand Teton truck makes dirty job a bit cleaner
A new, environmentally friendly refuse truck fueled by compressed natural gas is rolling through Grand Teton National Park.
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Several Idaho Falls roads scheduled for chip sealing
HK Contractors will be chip sealing, brooming and fog coating several city streets beginning Sunday.
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Ammon man arrested for arson, aggravated assault
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies were sent to a residence on Bone Road Monday for a disturbance between two males where it was reported one was threatening to shoot the other with a crossbow.
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Idaho Supreme Court weighs new strict ballot initiatives law
The Idaho Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday morning in Reclaim Idaho’s case against Idaho’s new anti-initiatives law.
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INL deputy laboratory director nationally recognized
Idaho National Laboratory deputy laboratory director for Management and Operations and chief operations officer Juan Alvarez has earned a Leadership Excellence Award from the National Diversity Council.
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Wyoming fees increase for official certificates, record services
Fees charged by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) for official birth, marriage, divorce and death certificates ordered through Vital Statistics Services (VSS) are increasing July 1.
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Ammon Bundy’s trial begins
The trial of Emmett activist Ammon Bundy is underway.
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Tips to stay hydrated during heat wave
ccording to the CDC, more than 600 people in the US die each year from extreme heat.
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