Forest visitors and boaters on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River should expect delays during the 2025 summer boating season as traffic to and from the Middle Fork of the Salmon River Boundary Creek boat launch will be impacted by road and access improvement projects. Over 10 miles of road will be reconditioned and resurfaced with new surface rock.
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“We go to great lengths to protect bears and prevent them from gaining access to human food in all areas of the park,” said Kerry Gunther, Yellowstone bear management biologist. “But occasionally, a bear outsmarts us or overcomes our defenses. When that happens, we sometimes have to make the difficult decision to remove the bear from the population to protect people and property.”
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The Rocky Knoll Fire and the Buckboard Fire are burning in southeast Idaho.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for two runaway juveniles, Alyjah Malacara and Alayla Ellsworth. Miss Malacara and Miss Ellsworth did not leave together and are not necessarily believed to be together.
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VAST Apparel in Idaho Falls has raised $1,000 to support the injured firefighters in last month’s Coeur d’Alene shooting.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Wyoming, Idaho to offset economic losses caused by drought beginning May 1.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a three-vehicle property damage crash which occurred, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 12:17 PM, on Interstate 15, just north of Blackfoot.
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Tiffinie Wolf, who lives in South Jordan, was paddleboarding on the river when her foot became trapped under a trestle bridge. Despite wearing a life vest, she couldn’t free herself from the fast-moving current.
“I knew time was of the essence in that moment, and so I knew something had to be done,” Manis said.
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U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) introduced the Graham Hoffman Act, which will make it a federal crime to assault first responders.
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Idaho State Police said a reckless driver cut off a semi truck, causing some of the hay bales it was hauling to fall off the trailer and block the highway.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pocatello Field Office is asking people to review a draft of a new budget plan which would increase and add fees to campgrounds around Southeast Idaho.
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Bingham County Commissioners have issued a burn ban for the county beginning Wednesday, July 16, through September 30, 2025.
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Idaho State University received a grant of around $141,000 from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management to fund a project to increase the Pocatello area’s resilience to wildfires.
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The Bingham County Abatement District’s mosquito control program, operated by Vector Disease Control International (VDCI), has detected the first West Nile virus (WNV) positive mosquito pool of 2025 in Bingham County.
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With the painting of final lane markers on the new roadway, construction at the I-86/I-15 “Flying-Y” System Interchange in Pocatello is coming to a successful conclusion. Begun in July 2022, the three-year $112 million project has dramatically changed the drivability of the interchange.
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A brush fire near the Idaho-Utah border has grown to over 500 acres. The fire is west of Interstate 15 in the Samaria area.
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Since its introduction in May, President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill has been a dominant topic in the news. Now that it’s been signed into law, Local News 8 had a chance to sit down with Senator Mike Crapo, and get his take on what he thinks are the most important points of the legislation.
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The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pocatello has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the majority of Southeastern Idaho, effective immediately until 7:15 PM MDT tonight.
NWS radar is currently tracking a line of severe thunderstorms, approximately eight miles long, stretching from west of Aberdeen to Fort Hall. These storms are moving rapidly to the northwest.
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The Rexburg Police are investigating the theft of a vehicle from Bunkhouse Apartments on July 8 around 8:50 AM. According to their Facebook page, an unmarked and unknown tow truck was involved in the theft.
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The Fall River Electric Cooperative is reporting a power outage impacting customers residing east of Ashton. While the exact cause is currently unknown, the electric cooperative does suspect that strong winds or lightning may have played a role.
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Butte City Mayor Kevin J. Turner was arrested after pulling out a gun during a city council meeting on July 10, 2025.
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On Friday, July 18 at 10 a.m., the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Foundation will unleash 17 teams into the wilds of Snake River Landing for one of eastern Idaho’s most beloved summer traditions — The Great Race for Education.
Now in its 16th year, the Great Race blends competition, community spirit, and clever fundraising in an event like no other. This year’s theme, “Mt. Olympus”, invites teams to channel their inner gods and goddesses through a Greek mythology-inspired obstacle course of riddles, physical feats, and wild surprises.
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Two men were safely rescued this afternoon after their boat overturned on the Snake River, just below the falls near downtown Idaho Falls. Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies and Idaho Falls Fire were called to the Broadway Bridge around 1:30 pm after bystanders witnessed the boat overturn and two men inside plunge into the water.
Emergency crews were immediately dispatched to the scene. Fortunately, both men were able to reach a rocky outcropping and get out of the swift current before responders arrived.
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Fremont County Search and Rescue (FCSAR) successfully pulled off a tricky high-line rope rescue this past Sunday, July 13, to extract an injured hiker out of a remote canyon east of Ashton.
Around 7:19 PM, rescue crews, along with folks from Fremont County EMS, Emergency Management, and an Air Idaho flight crew, were sent out to Robinson Creek Canyon. Reports came in about someone with a broken leg stuck deep in a remote part of the canyon, which made getting to them and getting them out incredibly difficult.
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The Deer Creek Fire, which started in eastern Utah and has already destroyed several structures, has crossed the state line into Colorado, state fire officials said Monday night.
At just over 12,900 acres, the fire is bigger than all the other western slope fires combined and is one of several fires that prompted Gov. Jared Polis to issue a disaster declaration on Sunday. Utah Fire Info, a task force comprising state and federal agencies, said the fire crossed into Montrose County, Colorado, around 9 p.m. on Monday and warned that wind gusts of 30 to 50 mph and lightning on Tuesday could spread the fire north, east, and west.
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This Wednesday, July 16, Jefferson County Lake will be the site of a significant water rescue training exercise involving local first responders.
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Sportsman’s Park is set to receive a significant overhaul thanks to a collaborative effort by Bingham County Parks and Recreation, emergency management, the Bureau of Reclamation, and the Federal Highway Administration. The group secured $2 million of grant funding to improve the parking area for boat access and the walking path
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Barbara Turner, the co-founder/director of the Snake River Montessori School and the second passenger involved in the fatal rollover crash on June 29, passed away from her injuries Friday at the University of Utah in Salt Lake. Her husband, Bruce Turner, was killed in the same incident.
Bruce and Barbara Turner were well-known and respected members of the Idaho Falls community, deeply involved in both their local Episcopal Church and the Rotary Club.
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CNN By Devan Cole, John Fritze and Sunlen Serfaty, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Monday said President Donald Trump may proceed with his plan to carry out mass layoffs at the Department of Education in the latest win for the White House at the conservative high court. In an unsigned order, the justices
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A 12-year-old Idaho Falls girl was safely located in Colorado Sunday evening, a day after police say she left home with two adult men Saturday night. While details of this specific case are still emerging, the incident serves as a stark reminder for parents about the importance of keeping their children safe both in person and, ever increasingly, online.
This scenario is every parent’s nightmare, leaving many wondering, who their children are are talking to in an increasingly digital world.
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A family of 6 was rescued today, July 14, after their minivan ended up in the Snake River. The accident happened just after noon on Snake River Road, near the Fall Creek campground in Swan Valley.
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Beginning Monday, July 21, the 1st Street Bridge in Ammon will be closed as crews complete construction of the bridge. The bridge will be closed for up to 6 weeks.
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Idaho is taking a major leap into the future of emergency services with the approved funding for Next Generation 911 (NG911). The program will replace decades-old analog infrastructure with a cutting-edge digital system, modernizing the state’s emergency response and connecting all 911 call centers statewide through a secure network.
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“We have some really high-quality, durable gear, and you can test it before you buy it,” said Bryce Walker, outdoor recreation and climbing wall coordinator for the OAC. “If you’re wanting to try backpacking for the first time, but you don’t want to spend $100, $200 on a backpack, you can come rent it from us for a weekend and have it really cheap.”
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The Portneuf District Library is featuring their vast collection of games and sports equipment available for patrons to check out and enjoy this summer.
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The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has been tapped for a crucial role: it will now serve as the chief digital officer for a new national initiative called SMART USA (Semiconductor Manufacturing and Advanced Research with Twins USA Institute). This significant project, launching in 2025 and funded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s CHIPS for America program, aims to bring computer chip (semiconductor) manufacturing back into the United States.
The overarching goal is to create a digital backbone in the Mountain West Region, ensuring the nation has a strong supply of these essential computer components and maintains a competitive edge in the global tech industry.
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The Department of Justice has abruptly dropped all charges against a Utah doctor and three of his associates who were accused of destroying Covid-19 vaccines and falsifying records, Attorney General Pam Bondi said Saturday in a post on X.
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A tense early morning situation on Horizon Drive ended peacefully Sunday, July 13, after Pocatello Police successfully negotiated with occupants of a home where firearms had reportedly been discharged. No injuries were reported.
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The Grassy Fire is estimated to be at about 2,018 acres on Saturday morning, according to the South Fremont Fire Department.
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Everyone came together to enjoy the cars and each other’s company. They also had an open mic so people could share their experiences related to suicide, whether they involved themselves, their friends, or their family.
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UPDATE 6:44 p.m. Tatiana Fuentes has been located in Colorado and is safe, according to the Idaho Falls Police Department.
The suspects are in custody.
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Visitors got to draw on the sidewalks, learn techniques, and see professional artists make colorful creations.
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The Idaho Transportation Department is reporting a crash on US-20 near 105th N. in Idaho Falls. The left lane is currently blocked, according to Idaho 511.
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Authorities in Bannock County have identified the man killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 Thursday night as 31-year-old Darold Stricklin of Blackfoot, Idaho. Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner confirmed the identity and notified Stricklin’s next of kin.
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In light of what’s happening in Texas, local emergency responders are being reminded the public of a few things to consider if you plan on going into Idaho’s great outdoors.
When a public emergency strikes, we get alerts on our phones, we hear it on the radio, and we pop-up on our TV. But this could be a challenge if you are in an area where you don’t have these resources, like campgrounds.
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Emergency responders in St. Anthony are on the scene of a fire near the Siddoway Elk Ranch off Red Road in the Sand Dunes area. Witnesses have photographed a pillar of smoke rising from the area, visible from the Ashton area.
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Effective Saturday, July 12, 2025, select Yellowstone National Park rivers will close to fishing due to warm water temperatures and low river flows. This closure will protect the park’s native and wild trout fisheries and remain in effect until conditions improve.
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“It’s different than anything that we’ve done before, so I thought it would be a really fun program for us to do as well,” said Amy Azzouzat, the Marshall Public Library’s public services supervisor. “It’s always wonderful to partner with an organization like SEICAA that does such good work in our community, and to be able to share our community members’ efforts with them is wonderful.”
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“We have companies from all over the area here sponsoring holes, set up on holes, and then we’ve got golf teams from all over the area visiting those sponsors, playing some golf,” said Matt Hunter, president and CEO of the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce. “A lot of networking, a lot of connecting; that’s what we do at the chamber, we’re helping folks connect.”
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“Such a tragic event with a life taken way too soon. Sunroom Coffee wants to help support the Cooper family in any way we can for their loss [and] support with medical bills for the family! Help us be this family’s guardian angel,” stated the GoFundMe fundraiser.
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Attention Idaho Falls Power customers living in the Sunnybrook area. Idaho Falls Power is scheduled to begin significant upgrades to the electrical infrastructure in the Sunnybrook area, east of Woodruff, starting July 16. This project involves replacing aging underground electric cables and upgrading transformers to enhance the reliability and safety of the power system.
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Authorities in Bingham County are responding to a rollover accident on I-15 Northbound near milepost 93. According to Idaho 511, the response began at 4:18 PM, and the off-ramp has been blocked for a vehicle recovery.
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Grab your fishing pole, pack the cooler, and don’t forget your fishing license (or the bug spray)! Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing nearly 10,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at various locations during July. Fish on!
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On July 8th, 2025, 56-year-old Benjamin Roy Naylor, a Burley resident, was arrested and charged with four counts of first-degree murder. Court documents from the case provide a chilling account of the investigation into the homicides that occurred across Cassia and Minidoka Counties.
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The Idaho Falls Zoo proudly welcomed two new lions, Kenya and Dixie, who made their official debut in the lion exhibit this week. The brother and sister pair come from a zoo in Texas and are now settling into their new home.
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Beginning Sunday, July 13, Union Pacific Railroad will close Sunnyside Road at the railroad tracks east of the intersection with Yellowstone Highway to complete scheduled railroad track maintenance. The closure is expected to remain in place through Tuesday, July 15.
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The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is trying to raise $100,000 by the end of August to qualify for a matching donation, which would help the veterans repair flood damage to the historic Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building.
In December 2024, flooding in an upstairs bathroom severely damaged the nearly 100-year-old Memorial Building’s ballroom before leaking to lower levels, soaking walls, and washing up other issues, which now need repair.
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July 10, 2025, marks 10 years since 2-year-old Deorr Kunz Jr. disappeared from Timber Creek campground in Lemhi County. In the years since Deorr’s disappearance, investigators have searched the area, but still no answers have been confirmed.
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“We cannot wait for our 7th year of Camp Hayden,” said Amy Smith, Board President of Camp Hayden. “Every year, we’re able to serve more families at our camp, adapt new and exciting activities for our campers, and have a bigger impact on the special needs community.”
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Two St. Maries men are facing eight felony charges after illegally killing seven mature white-tailed deer bucks in north Idaho.
According to Idaho Department of Fish and Game, the hunting spree took place in November 2024 and violated wildlife laws 56 times.
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Studies show hearing loss is on the rise for Millennials and Gen Z. 10% of Millennials and 17% of Gen Z have been found to have hearing loss. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that over one billion people in the world between the ages of 12 and 35 might be at risk of hearing loss.
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An Eagle Mountain man who owned a dance studio in Cottonwood Heights was charged Wednesday with sexually abusing young clients.
Marc Edgar Alexander Cameron, 46, “used his position of trust as a dance instructor to prey upon his students and touch them inappropriately. He focused on young girls who did not understand what he was doing to them,” according to charging documents.
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It’s the dream of every father to provide the best life possible for his children.
A big part of that for one Logan family is the peace, quiet, and rejuvenation of the great outdoors.
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Local first responders and law enforcement are hitting one out of the park for charity. On Friday, July 25, deputies from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #8, and the Idaho Falls Fire Department will face off in the 14th Annual Guns vs. Hoses Charity Softball Game.
The event aims to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Idaho, helping to grant wishes for children in Eastern Idaho. Last year alone, the game brought in over $12,000, contributing $100,000 raised over the past 13 years for the charity.
Continue Reading A 56-year-old Burley man, Ben Naylor, has been taken into custody in connection with the murders of four people in Cassia and Minidoka Counties, according to a press release from Cassia and Minidoka Counties. Naylor was arrested last night, July 8, as part of a joint investigation between the Cassia and Minidoka County Sheriff’s Offices, along with the Heyburn and Rupert Police Departments.
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The U.S. Marshals Service Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force is urgently seeking the public’s help in locating Travis Decker, a murder suspect who authorities now believe may be hiding in the Sawtooth National Forest.
Decker is wanted in Washington State on three counts of murder and three counts of kidnapping related to the deaths of his three children in May of this year.
On July 5, 2025, the U.S. Marshals Service received a tip from a family recreating in the Bear Creek area of the Sawtooth National Forest. The individual sighted matched Decker’s description.
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A 44-year-old Bonneville County man, Gregory Alan Davis, is now in custody following a violent incident where he allegedly drunkenly assaulted a man and woman with a metal rod. The attack happend in a shed on Tuesday evening, July 8, according to a press release from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office.
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Tomorrow night, Goody’s in Pocatello is hosting an event for a great cause, featuring music and delicious food. Pocatello’s singer-songwriter, Dawson Moon, will kick off the evening with a performance on the Idaho State University (ISU) quad from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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“We are thrilled to get this skate park open and celebrate with our friends at the Southeast Idaho Skate Park Association, the Nichols family, and so many others who helped make this park possible,” said Anne Butler, Parks & Recreation Director.
Continue Reading The Idaho Falls community is mourning the loss of Bruce Turner, a prominent 72-year-old resident who passed away unexpectedly as a result of a car accident on June 29. Turner was well-known for his dedicated service to the community, including his time as former president of the Rotary Club of Idaho Falls and as a Precinct Committee Officer for the Bonneville County Republican Party.
Since his passing, several local organizations have stepped forward to honor his memory and support his family.
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“Gene and Marietta represent everything the fair is about—hard work, heart, and homegrown values,” said Brandon Bird, General Manager of the Eastern Idaho State Fair. “They don’t seek the spotlight, but they deserve it. Honoring them as Grand Marshals is our way of saying thank you for years of quiet dedication.”
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After a three-year investigation, law enforcement officials in Power County, in partnership with the Idaho State Police (ISP) and multiple other state, local, and federal agencies, have successfully identified human remains discovered in the Fort Hall River bottoms as those of Lesiah Olivia Pickett of Spokane, Washington, a woman last seen in 2019.
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Getting a new building for the Rexburg Police Department is in the works, but it will need the community’s support.
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A 41-year-old St. George man, Benjamin Hansen, is facing four counts of second-degree felony attempted aggravated murder after allegedly firing more than 150 rounds at police officers during a standoff on Tuesday, July 8.
The incident began around 4 PM on 3000 East Seegmiller Drive after an argument broke out between Hansen and a victim living with him in the home. Hansen reportedly relapsed into drinking and barricaded himself inside the home.
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Jackson residents can once again water their lawns now the a well has been repaired.
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Rocky Mountain Power has scheduled a planned power outage for Wednesday, July 10, from 9 AM to 1 PM, to replace a power pole, affecting a small portion of the city. As a result, Roberts City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 10, and will reopen on Friday, July 11.
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The Old Fort Hall Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, hosted a dedication ceremony for the new ‘Never Forget Garden’ honoring veterans at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot on Wednesday.
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Portneuf Health hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for their new ‘Portneuf Health Now-Chubbuck’ urgent care clinic.
The new location will be Portneuf Medical Center’s first outpatient urgent care clinic in Chubbuck and the second in the area. The Portneuf Health Now-Northgate urgent care opened in Pocatello in 2022.
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Local roofing company, Roof Rescue, is once again looking for nominations to fulfill their Operation Roof Rescue initiative.
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Firefighters in the Salmon-Challis National Forest are actively combating the Blacktail Fire, a small but challenging wildfire sparked by a recent lightning strike. The blaze is burning approximately 18 miles north of Salmon.
As of 7:10 PM, the fire is estimated at 0.25 acres, but crews are working diligently to contain it. Additional firefighters are currently en route to bolster suppression efforts, and two helicopters are providing crucial aerial support.
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June is men’s mental health month, and in that month, Local News 8 has seen many reports of suicide in the Eastern Idaho area, mostly by men.
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As of 4:50 PM, the St George Police Department (SGPD) says the suspect involved in the active shooting threat in the area of 3000 East Seegmiller Drive is now in custody.
The situation unfolded around 3:50 PM when a man barricaded himself inside a home and began firing at St. George Police Department (SGPD) officers. Police Chief Kyle Whitehead confirmed on Facebook that officers returned fire, successfully containing the suspect to the residence.
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“We are excited to offer a police academy for the first time here at CEI,” said Trevor Elordi, Vice President of Workforce Training & Operations. “This has been something that has been in the works for almost two years now, and we are excited to make it happen. We are thankful for the opportunity to collaborate with several departments here in eastern Idaho and are grateful for the help from so many dedicated officers and deputies in this region who will be working with us. Providing top-quality training for these future law enforcement personnel has been our top priority, with special emphasis on officer safety and more scenario-based training.”
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle motorcycle crash that resulted in the death of a juvenile male from Rupert. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of July 8th on State Highway 25, near mile marker 57.3 in Minidoka County.
Authorities report that the young man was traveling northbound 2006 Yamaha YZDE6 motorcycle when it failed to navigate a curve. The rider was thrown from the motorcycle and, despite wearing a helmet, tragically succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
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Local businesses across Southeast Idaho are stepping up to offer support to the victims of the devastating Texas floods. These tragic events claimed the lives of at least 109 people, including dozens of campers and counselors from Camp Mystic, a Christian Girls’ Camp located along the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas.
Several local businesses are spearheading initiatives to help those affected.
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“This funding means that additional districts and charters will receive resources to support a position that brings valuable peace of mind to parents, staff and students,” said Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield. “Whether our SROs are reinforcing security efforts, being another positive role model or serving as a trusted adult for students, their presence benefits our school communities in so many positive ways.”
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You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! This Saturday, July 12, the Idaho Falls Scoop Jam returns to the Snake River Greenbelt. The proceeds from this all-you-can-eat ice cream event benefit the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission and the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center.
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Idaho Power is alerting customers to a recent increase in scams, with imposters contacting individuals by phone and going door-to-door, falsely claiming to represent the power company. These scammers are reportedly spoofing Idaho Power’s phone numbers and demanding immediate payment or attempting to extract personal information related to your home’s service.
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“It’s been really cool for me to go through the community and be involved with different organizations or departments and get things done and get my hands dirty and try to fix problems,” said Sorenson. “It’s been an amazing five years, and I’m incredibly grateful to the supporters, for those that have concerns or criticisms and the changes we could make, to all of the employees––I’m nothing but grateful.”
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Summer power outages can be dangerous, especially when coupled with hot weather, and the Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is helping people get prepared in case the power goes out.
Risks of power outages increase during the summer with high winds and wildfires downing power lines and air conditioners and other electronics causing increased strain on power infrastructure. During power outages, hot weather can be potentially deadly for at-risk groups like the elderly and children.
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The Teton County Coroner’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating the next of kin of Raymond Shepard, who was born on May 12, 1938.
If you have any information, please contact the Coroner’s office via phone at 307-249-6267 or by e-mail at bblue@tetoncountywy.gov.
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Idaho Power has scheduled a planned power outage for Wednesday, July 9, from 5 PM to 9 PM, impacting areas of Blackfoot located east of Blackfoot High School.
This outage will also necessitate the City of Blackfoot to temporarily shut down one of its wells. To prevent any loss of water pressure within the system, city officials are urging residents to refrain from all irrigation use between 4 PM and 11 PM on Wednesday.
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Coeur d’Alene fire officials have provided a reassuring update on the condition of Engineer Dave Tysdal, a firefighter injured in the tragic ambush on Canfield Mountain on June 29. Tysdal is recovering from a single gunshot wound to the back but was confirmed to be in stable condition after a third surgery on July 2nd.
The attack, which claimed the lives of two of Tysdal’s colleagues—Kootenai Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Frank Harwood and Coeur d’Alene Fire Department Battalion Chief John Morrison—left Tysdal with significant injuries. The gunshot wound collapsed his left lung, damaged his clavicle, shattered several ribs, and caused spinal swelling.
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As of Monday, July 7, the Garden Creek Fire, which burned thousands of acres on the Fort Hall Reservation near Blackfoot, has been declared 100% contained.
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he Bingham County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is asking the public for help locating a missing 62-year-old man, last seen June 26, 2025.
Authorities received an initial call on Friday, June 27th, reporting an abandoned vehicle near Coffee Point. Sheriff’s Deputies later determined the vehicle belonged to 62-year-old Kelly Thayne Archibald of Logan, Utah, who had been reported missing on July 27 by friends in Utah and family in Wyoming. However, at the time, deputies determined the vehicle was unassuming due to the popularity of the spot among outdoorsmen.
It wasn’t until July 4th, when the initial caller spotted the abandoned vehicle again, that the Sheriff’s Office responded and discovered the vehicle was out of fuel. Investigators recovered the vehicle registration and linked Archibald to the missing persons report out of Utah.
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Some people might think gas prices would’ve gone up over the holiday weekend, but they were actually lower than last year—by 17 cents.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is currently accepting bids for a post and pole timber harvest in the McDevitt Creek area of Lemhi County. Located near Salmon, this 39-acre sale boasts approximately 17,000 lodgepole pine trees and an estimated 135,000 board feet of timber available for commercial harvest.
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Repairs and improvements are starting today on the first of 11 bridges along Interstate 15 north of Roberts toward the Montana state line. Crews will be replacing water damaged concrete and installing anti-skid surfacing to greatly extend the life of the bridges. Travelers should expect to see lane restrictions and lower speed limits where work is occurring through the summer and fall.
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The Bureau of Land Management is looking for public comment on proposed fee increases for campgrounds in the Challis area.
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An armed man has barricaded himself inside an American Falls home.
Law enforcement is asking people to stay away fromt he area.
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