3 things to know this morning – March 1, 2023
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Local man in wheelchair praises first responders for rescuing him and his dog
Back on February 23, Mike Riley and his service dog Marshall were using a crosswalk between Pole Line and West Alameda…
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Fourth graders learn Shoshone Bannock Tribe practices in Fort Hall
4th graders from the Blackfoot School District were invited to learn all about the ways and practices of the Shoshone Bannock Tribe in Fort…
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Equine herpesvirus confirmed in Gem County
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture received confirmation of a case of equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) in Gem County,…
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Idaho man guilty of poaching trophy mule deer in Lemhi County
Poacher pled guilty to shooting a trophy mule deer with a rifle during an archery-only season in Lemhi County. He was fined over $2,000, lost his…
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2 Idaho school districts recognized with USDA’s ‘Turnip the Beet’ Award
Two Idaho school districts have been recognized for their outstanding Summer Food Service Programs (SFSP) with the USDA’s Turnip the Beet…
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Gov. Gordon takes action on 10 bills Tuesday
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Madison County turns virtual
A BYU-Idaho student is turning Madison County into a virtual world on a video game called…
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2 police cars involved in crashes
It has been a rough few days for driving throughout our area, and our local police department’s are not…
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Deputies investigate shooting incident
Deputies are continuing to…
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PCSD 25 buys Downard Funeral Home property
Downard Funeral Home in Pocatello and the surrounding lot has been sold to the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District…
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Gordon takes action on 30 bills Monday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on 30 bills on Monday, Feb. 27.…
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Crews investigate house fire on Franklin Ave.
The Pocatello Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 300 block of Franklin Ave at 5:41 p.m.…
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Jefferson School District 251 asks for voters approval on $80 million bond
Jefferson School District 251 voters will help decide the future of the district.…
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School closures for Feb. 28, 2023
The following schools and districts will be closed…
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Fourth graders push for state dinosaur
A fourth grade class at Ucon Elementary School is looking to go down in history for helping Idaho adopt a state…
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Debating over forensics lab costs
Bannock County Commissioners are at odds over a proposed…
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Highland takes home first at Varsity Cheer Nationals
In their first ever time at Varsity Cheer Nationals, the Highland High School Cheer Team took first place in the Cheer Show and Pom…
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Vehicle accident causes power outage
Rocky Mountain Power reports a power outage is affecting 2,125 customers in Ammon and Idaho Falls.…
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Fatal 3-vehicle crash on US30 west of Burley
Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal vehicle collision that occurred at 7:06 P.M., westbound US30 at mile post 255.5 in Cassia…
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Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street intersection improvement project
f weather conditions are favorable, improvements to the Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street intersection are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 13.…
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Idaho drivers catch a break at the pump
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 1.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.64/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…
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Statewide mobilization aims to calm aggressive driving in Idaho
The Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and law enforcement partners across Idaho are joining forces to educate drivers and stop aggressive driving.…
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The family of a woman who vanished a year ago in Wyoming turns to the governor for help
The family of a missing Wyoming woman, last seen a year ago, is imploring the state’s governor to help them find answers after months without…
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Early voting begins for District 25’s supplemental levy
On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, local voters will be asked to consider the renewal of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Supplemental…
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A good winter season means 1 more day of magic at Labelle Ice Palace
The winter weather has been harsh in many ways, but for the Labelle Lake Ice Palace the winter has been rather kind. As the long freezing nights have…
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Anglers: Take advantage of this overlooked ‘mountain’ fishing opportunity as winter winds down
Never say “Ahh, it’s just a whitefish” again. Take advantage of this overlooked and underhooked fishing opportunity with a pretty tasty…
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School Closures or Delays – Monday, Feb. 27, 2023
The following school districts announce a later start time to class schedules Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, due to extreme wind and drifting…
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Multi-vehicle pileup reported near Rigby
A multi-vehicle collision has been reported by the Idaho Traffic Department near Rigby, on US Highway 20, by mile marker 322.…
Continue Reading Some Idaho highways closed due to winter weather conditions
The Fremont County Sheriff’s Department announced road closures on their Facebook page Sunday…
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Astronaut visits second day of skijoring competition
It was the second day of competition for the skijorers who were competing in Driggs this weekend. And with the snow coming down many were hoping for…
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Bannock County offering free monthly newsletter
The Bannock County Assessor’s Office is now offering a monthly, free community newsletter to improve communication between the office and the public.…
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Skijoring returns to the Teton Valley this weekend
After a six year long hiatus the Teton Valley sees the return of a growing and popular event of Skijoring. Skijoring is an event that pulls a skier…
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Shed hunters: Think twice about winter ranging animals before heading out
Just because snow might be melting doesn’t mean winter is over for elk and…
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Idaho Resource Advisory Council and Lava Ridge Wind Project Subcommittee to hold joint meeting
The public will be able to attend either meeting both in-person or…
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Track your tax refund online anytime
“It takes less than 30 seconds to get a refund…
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Open house set for Pocatello’s Comprehensive Plan 2040
The open house will be held Tuesday, March 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Marshall Public…
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Idaho Area Health Education Center joins ISU to expand workforce development in rural and underserved areas
The Idaho State University School of Nursing received a five-year federal grant through the Health Resources and Services Administration to help…
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Reflective moose silhouette installed in Alta to serve as reminder to give wildlife a break
Motorists traveling on Ski Hill Road in Alta may notice new wildlife artwork on the side the road.…
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Gordon signs supplemental budget with historic savings to keep taxes low
Governor Mark Gordon signed a supplemental budget that places more than $1 billion in savings, allowing the state to keep taxes low and generate…
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High school student awarded with CPR award for saving man’s life
A career technical school in Idaho Falls is awarding one of their students for saving a man’s…
Continue Reading FDA authorizes first at-home test that can detect both flu and COVID-19
If you’ve got a fever and a cough, you don’t necessarily have to go to the doctor anymore to find out if it’s the flu or…
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STEM Action Center stages seventh annual Eastern Idaho Science & Engineering Fair
The Eastern Idaho Science and Engineering Fair stands apart from your typical baking soda volcano…
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Museum of Idaho announces newest traveling exhibit
The Museum of Idaho announced the grand opening of its newest special exhibit, Dinos of the Deep.…
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IDOC serves death warrant to Gerald Pizzuto
The warrant schedules Pizzuto’s execution for Mar. 23,…
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BLM seeks public input on analysis of proposed mining operation near Idaho City
Placer mining is the act of removing precious metals from the sand and gravel deposits of…
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Idaho house where four university students were murdered to be torn down
The Idaho house where four college students were murdered in November will be demolished as a “healing step,” the University of Idaho said in a…
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Multistate fight on federal water rule exposes Idaho rift
Idaho’s attorney general has declined to join a 24-state lawsuit over a new federal water rule that opponents say could impact public and private…
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2 dogs attacking elk in southeast Idaho killed
Idaho Fish and Game received a report of dogs harassing and attacking elk in the Chubbuck…
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D91 selects new trustee
Idaho Falls School District 91 has decided who will be the new trustee for Zone…
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Wyoming awarded funding to connect 11,000 homes and businesses to affordable, high-speed internet
Wyoming has been awarded $70.5 million in federal funds for broadband infrastructure in locations that lack access to adequate…
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US Attorney Hurwit announces implementation of new voluntary self-disclosure policy
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Idaho has implemented the new United States Attorney’s…
Continue Reading Gordon takes action on 8 bills Thursday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on nine bills on…
Continue Reading Insomnia may be linked to higher risk of heart attack, study says
By Kyla Russell, CNN It’s no secret that sleep is important to your overall health, but a lack of sleep could have substantial effects on your…
Continue Reading Study offers concerning insight into how daily marijuana use can affect your heart
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Using marijuana every day can raise a person’s risk of coronary artery disease, or CAD, by a third compared with those…
Continue Reading Surprising ‘forbidden planet’ discovered outside our solar system
By Ashley Strickland, CNN Astronomers have found an unusually large planet orbiting a small star, located about 280 light-years from Earth. The…
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3 things to do this weekend – February 24, 2023
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Man in wheelchair struck by SUV
A man in a wheelchair was struck by an SUV in Pocatello late Thursday…
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Fish and Game captures 1-year-old black bear in Victor
Fish and Game responded to reports of a black bear that was spotted at Sherman Park in Victor…
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Attorneys for Lori and Chad Daybell once again try to separate their murder trial
Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow-Daybell were back in court Thursday, for what could possibly be the last public hearing before their scheduled April…
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Report finds how Southeast Idaho can fix their irrigation problems
The Pacific Northwest Project performed a water research project that highlights the water problems of Southeast…
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Tips for your night out at the Mountain America Center
The Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls is gearing up for a busy few days of events.…
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School Closure – February 23, 2023
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Critchfield introduces parental Bill of Rights legislation
Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield has introduced legislation that will establish a Bill of Rights for parents of students…
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Gov. Gordon submits nominees to Wyoming Senate
Governor Mark Gordon sent the Wyoming Senate his list of nominees for numerous state offices, boards and commissions.…
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DEQ seeks comment on draft IPDES permit for Lava Hot Springs
Written comments on the draft permit and fact sheet will be accepted through March 23 at 5 p.m.…
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Gov. Little recognizes National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Governor Brad Little proclaimed this week, February 20-26, 2023, as National Invasive Species Awareness Week.…
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Many Idahoans can get free income tax help
You might be able to get free help preparing your income tax return at volunteer tax preparation sites throughout…
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ICOM to host free community health fair
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) will host its third annual community health fair on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its…
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School shooting threats part of nationwide hoax
The Pocatello Police Department reports there is a hoax caller from out of our area calling agencies and posting possible acts of violence online.…
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Blowing and drifting snow cause icy roads
The Idaho Transportation Department has closed part of Interstate 15 due to low visibility, high winds and drifting…
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Madison Health Behavioral Unit benefits community with some challenges along the way
For the past couple years, the Madison Health group has been providing a mental health unit at the…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates church building to Idaho Falls Community Food Basket
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated a church building to the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket for a bigger distribution…
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Sandbags are key to fight against flooding
Warmer temperatures and even rain showers forced some of the valley snowpack to…
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2 vehicle crash east of Rupert blocks highway
On Wednesday at approximately 10:57 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 25 near milepost 54, east of…
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DEQ adds mobile air quality monitor in Laramie County
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Air Quality Division has begun operating a mobile ambient monitoring station in Laramie…
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Flags to be flown at half-staff Thursday to honor Wyoming sailor killed at Pearl Harbor
overnor Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide on Thursday, Feb. 23 in honor and memory…
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Idaho bill would bring back execution by firing squad
Idaho could bring back firing squads as a method of execution under legislation introduced by a panel of lawmakers…
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Continue Reading Webb telescope makes a surprising galactic discovery in the distant universe
By Ashley Strickland, CNN Astronomers have used the James Webb Space Telescope to peer back in time to the early days of the universe — and they…
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Bill requiring minimum mandatory sentencing guidelines for fentanyl possession in committee
In addition to the work that is being done within our cities to fight the threat, the StateLegislature is also considering a bill requiring minimum…
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Sandbags available for purchase
With our changing temperatures and recent snow, some people across the area have been worried about…
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Police say to move over, slow down after close call
The Wyoming Highway Patrol has a message for all…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 891 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 891 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths in the last…
Continue Reading Earth’s innermost layer is a 400-mile-wide ball of iron, new study suggests
By Jackie Wattles, CNN Scientists have long wondered what lies at the very center of the Earth, and the latest research is putting weight behind a…
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Gordon signs bill to help advance rare Earth elements mining in Wyoming
Governor Mark Gordon signed a bill to advance Wyoming’s leadership on developing rare earth and critical minerals…
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Grand Teton reopens Gros Ventre Road
Grand Teton National Park has closed the Gros Ventre Rd from N Highway 89 (Gros Ventre Junction) to the town of Kelly due to blowing/drifting snow…
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Fort Hall house considered total loss after fire
At 11:51 a.m. Tuesday, the Fort Hall Fire Department responded to a house fire on Johnson Road in the Gibson District of the Fort Hall Reservation.…
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Dog alerts homeowner of smoke coming from condo
Just before 7 a.m. Tuesday morning, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 1500 block of Woodruff Avenue for a structure…
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Teton County lifts No Unnecessary Travel advisory
Teton County Road & Levee is placing a No Unnecessary Travel advisory on the following roads due to blowing/drifting snow, low visibility, and…
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US Hwy 89 re-opened in Montpelier Canyon after snow slides Tuesday
Multiple snow slides have closed U.S. Highway 89 east of Montpelier…
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Federal jury convicts Boise tax return preparer of filing false tax returns
After a four-day trial, a federal jury found Boise tax return preparer 33-year-old Andres Sanchez guilty of willfully aiding and assisting in the…
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