Pocatello Labor office hosts Morton Buildings at May 17 hiring event
Idaho Labor will be hosting a hiring event for one of the area’s newest employers Tuesday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at our Pocatello office, 430 N. 5th Ave.
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Air ambulance transports pedestrian hit on I-86
Idaho State Police are investigating an incident that occurred at 3:20 p.m. on Friday on I86 at milepost 37, in Power County.
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3 Idaho schools win new $100,000 fitness centers
The National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils (NFGFC) announced Monday three Idaho schools have been selected to receive a state-of-the-art $100,000 DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center.
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Idaho Falls welcomes new Economic Development Administrator
The City of Idaho Falls has hired eastern Idaho native Christian Ashcraft as the new Economic Development Administrator.
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Meridian job fair targeting teen and young adults set for May 21
A special job fair for Idaho teens and young adults will be held Saturday, May 21, at the Galaxy Event Center at Wahooz, 1385 S. Blue Martin Lane in Meridian.
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How child vaccination rates for COVID-19 compare across every state
HeyTutor looked at COVID-19 vaccination rates among children in every state in the U.S. and Washington D.C.
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Temple View third graders and INL give back to Happyville Farm
Third graders from Temple View Elementary School are crafting stepping stones for the Happyville Farm.
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2022 midterms: What to watch as 5 states hold primaries
Former President Donald Trump’s winning streak in U.S. Senate primaries is on the line Tuesday as voters in five states cast their ballots in midterm elections.
Continue Reading These are the places with the highest wildfire risk in the US
By Ella Nilsen, CNN Data visuals by John Keefe Forecasters say the West could be looking at a particularly bad wildfire year, as several destructive fires have already ignited well before the hottest, driest months. A fast-moving blaze Wednesday night destroyed 20 homes in a wealthy Orange County, California, community. In New Mexico, more acres
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What you need to know if the Eastern Idaho Regional Waste Water Association becomes a district
Those living in Ammon Shelley and parts of Bingham and Bonneville counties will have an important decision to make Tuesday May 17, 2022. That will be whether or not Eastern Idaho Regional Waste Water Association (EIRWWA) should be converted into a Sewer District instead of a joint powers authority.
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Zoo Idaho hosts Wildlife Waltz
On Saturday night, Zoo Idaho hosted their first Wildlife Waltz gala and auction.
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Freezing for a reason at the Ammon pool
Swimmers in Ammon got really cold feet, but a warm heart, for a good cause Saturday. The Ammon pool held their second-ever “freezing for a reason” opening pool event.
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Tandem Tour comes to Pocatello
The Tandem Tour is coming to Pocatello Saturday, May 14.
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Musicians West hosts 23rd Annual Piano Festival and Competition in Pocatello
After a two-year hiatus, Musicians West held their 23rd annual Piano Festival and Competition this weekend at the Stephens Performing Arts Center on Idaho State University’s campus.
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Youth outdoor skills day returns to East Idaho
“There are so many things to do in the great outdoors here in Idaho that we just really like to get people out, to learn them up a little bit about what’s available and try to get them involved and outdoors,” said the Department of Fish and Game Communications Director James Bower. “That’s kind of what Idaho is all about to us, and we’re very passionate about that.”
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Pocatello letter carriers collect food donations for Stamp Out Hunger
The National Association of Letter Carriers in Pocatello participated in the 30th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
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City of Pocatello hosts Hiring Fair
If you’re in the market for a seasonal job or career, the City of Pocatello wants you.
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Lori Vallow-Daybell’s attorneys respond to motion to move trial date
A hearing is scheduled for May 19 to discuss the matter.
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Cement workers strike in Pocatello
Workers displayed their frustrations at a local concrete plant Friday morning.
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Pocatello auctioning surplus items
The City of Pocatello’s yearly auction has started.
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40 projects receive grants through Project Neighborly
Idaho Community Foundation announced 40 community projects in east Idaho, north Idaho and the Treasure Valley have received Project Neighborly grants totaling $135,000, including $45,000 in east Idaho.
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Ririe Schools hoping voters approve 2 school bonds
Voters in Ririe will have a chance to vote on two school bonds on May 17th.
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 373 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 373 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths Friday.
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Idaho Republican Party sues over ‘illegal endorsements’
The Idaho Republican Party and Chairman Tom Luna have filed a lawsuit to stop the Bonneville County Republican Central Committee from continuing what the lawsuit says are illegal endorsements in the Republican primary.
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Idaho agrees to $119 million opioid crisis settlement
Idaho officials on Friday agreed to a $119 million settlement with drugmaker Johnson & Johnson and three major distributors over their role in the opioid addiction crisis.
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Virtual open house and comment period for Tribal Trail Connector Road ends May 20
Teton County Public Works is reminding you the virtual open house and public comment period for the Tribal Trail Connector Road is closing soon.
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Updated Wyoming Legislative District maps now available
The Wyoming Legislature’s interactive maps for House and Senate Districts, reflecting changes made during this year’s redistricting process, are now available on the Legislature’s 2022 Legislative Redistricting homepage slider.
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Road closures to Saturn Avenue and adjacent streets
Saturn Avenue and adjacent streets in Idaho Falls will experience multiple closures throughout the summer this year.
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Bingham Healthcare acquires da Vinci Xi Surgical System
Healthcare at Bingham Memorial Hospital is truly becoming an art form.
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Highland holds Senior Celebration
On Friday, Highland High School in Pocatello is holding a Senior Celebration, a school-wide event and gathering that will give recognition to all of their high school graduates.
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Judge blocks Bonneville County GOP from endorsing candidates
By KEITH RIDLER Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A judge late on Friday banned the Bonneville County Republican Central Committee and its executive team from endorsing candidates following a lawsuit filed by the Idaho Republican Party and Chairman Tom Luna. Fourth District Judge Jason Scott issued the preliminary injunction preventing the central committee from
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Armed robbery suspect now in custody
The Idaho Falls Police Department is continuing to search for 43-year-old James Eldon Perry in connection to an armed robbery and aggravated assault that occurred on Tuesday in Idaho Falls.
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Capitol riot prosecutors ask for 2 months for Idaho woman
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Federal prosecutors say an Idaho woman who participated in the Jan. 6, 2021, siege of the U.S. Capitol should be sentenced to two months in jail and ordered to serve community service in part because it was her second time forcing entry into a capitol building.
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Potatoes exported to Mexico for first time in 25 years
Fresh potatoes are once again being allowed to be exported to Mexico from the United States.
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Bonneville County Library District parting ways with Idaho Falls Public Library
“No one wanted to vote against the service contract. It’s just that we couldn’t agree on the amount to pay. So that’s why we decided to look at other options.”
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Flags to be flown at half-staff until Monday to mark 1 million COVID-19 deaths
At the direction of the President of the United States, Governor Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags be flown at half-staff statewide beginning immediately until sunset on Monday, May 16, 2022 as a mark of respect and remembrance of the one million American lives lost to COVID-19.
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Getting ready for primary election day
We are just days away from the primary elections in Idaho.
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Baby formula shortage affecting everyone
Due to many factors in the supply chain and a recent recall on baby formula, a shortage is now plaguing the nation. For nearly 50% of families who are relying on the Women Infant and Children’s (WIC) for their formula the program is trying to help those families find some solutions.
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Idaho Falls man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced the arrest of an Idaho Falls man following an investigation by the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit.
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Valor Awards presented to 2 Idaho Falls firefighters
Idaho Falls Fire Department Captain Aaron Nelson and Firefighter Nicholas Magliocco were presented with the Valor Award for saving an elderly disabled female who was trapped in a house fire last June.
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IFPD welcomes new potential K9
The Idaho Falls Police Department welcomed a new potential K9, Skadi, a 6-month-old Belgian Malinois mix.
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1st image of supermassive black hole at the center of Milky Way galaxy revealed
By Ashley Strickland, CNN For the first time, astronomers have captured an image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy. It’s the first direct observation confirming the presence of the black hole, known as Sagittarius A*, as the beating heart of the Milky Way. Black holes don’t emit light, but the
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Idaho Falls High School debate team needs help to get to nationals
Few students from Idaho Falls High School have ever qualified for the national speech and debate tournament until this year when seven lucky students made the cut.
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The drought continues despite a wet April
April has given all of the Eastern Idaho basins above average precipitation.
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Learn to ride safely at second annual Pocatello OHV Safety Fair
The second annual Pocatello OHV Safety Fair will be held at the Bannock County Fairgrounds on May 21, 2022.
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Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department launches new volunteer programs
You now have new ways to give back to the community by volunteering with the Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department.
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Brooklyn’s Playground will be closed Thursday for annual clean-up and repair
Portneuf Valley Partners and Leadership Pocatello – Chubbuck are teaming up for the annual clean-up and repair of Brooklyn’s Playground.
Continue Reading 1st image of supermassive black hole at the center of Milky Way galaxy revealed
By Ashley Strickland, CNN For the first time, astronomers have captured an image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy. It’s the first direct observation confirming the presence of the black hole, known as Sagittarius A*, as the beating heart of the Milky Way. Black holes don’t emit light, but the
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PCSD 25 announces Jefferson Elementary School principal
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) announced the selection of Troy Johnson as the Jefferson Elementary School principal.
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Thunder Ridge student named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholar
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Wednesday announced the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.
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Winter weather and hazardous driving conditions expected in Yellowstone
Due to expected winter weather and hazardous driving conditions in Yellowstone National Park over the next few days, visitors should anticipate temporary road closures, driving delays and select roads having delayed openings.
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Mosquito Creek prescribed burn to begin soon
The Jackson Ranger District of the Bridget-Teton National Forest will be moving forward with prescribed burn operations in the Mosquito Creek North unit, part of the Teton to Snake Fuels Reduction Project.
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Police release identity of suspect in connection to armed carjacking
Idaho Falls Police officers and Bonneville County Sheriffs deputies responded to the Maverik Store at Sunnyside Rd. and S. Yellowstone Tuesday evening to a report of an armed robbery.
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Idaho hospital sues Ammon Bundy and associate for defamation
An Idaho hospital that went on lockdown in March after far-right activists protested outside is suing Ammon Bundy, Diego Rodriguez and their various political organizations for defamation and “sustained online attacks.”
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Second officer released from hospital following shooting
The Pocatello Police Department is releasing the names of the two officers involved in the officer-involved shooting that occurred May 5, 2022, on East Bridger Street.
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Soda Springs welcomes Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall
It’s a windy Wednesday in Soda Springs where after over 6 months of work and efforts from the Soda Springs Rotary Club and Veterans of Foreign War worked together with local businesses and others to bring the Traveling Vietnam war memorial to the small town.
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Bingham County Historical Society Museum reopens after pandemic
To help mark the occasion, they’re honoring Bingham County veterans with a special exhibit.
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Pay It Forward: Idaho Falls Community Garden Association
A unique garden has three locations that rent plots to community gardeners who don’t have room for a garden where they live.
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Salmon Air Base hosts firefighter and rappel training
Annual wildland firefighter and rappel training will begin May 15 on the Salmon-Challis National Forest, bringing with it an influx of people to the Salmon area.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 381 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 381 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths Wednesday.
Continue Reading Homemade infant formula can be dangerous. Experts share how to feed your baby through the shortage
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Misinformation about how families can get through the infant formula shortage is fueling concern among pediatricians like Dr. Tanya Altmann. The California doctor has been getting phone calls, emails and social media messages — not just from her patients but from families all over the United States — along with photos
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Nampa school board votes to ban 22 books from libraries
A school board in southwestern Idaho has permanently banned 22 popular books from the district’s libraries, including Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” and Khaled Hosseini’s “Kite Runner.”
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Early in-person and absentee voting count is low
Some counties are experiencing low turn out for early voting so far.
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Spring Fair is back in Idaho Falls
The Silver State Fair has set up it’s rides and is ready for fun this week.
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BLM seeks comments on proposed wild horse management plan for southwest Idaho
s part of its mission to manage and protect wild horses and burros on public lands, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input from the public on a proposed 10-year management plan for wild horses within the Sands Basin, Hardtrigger and Black Mountain Herd Management Areas located along the Owyhee Foothills.
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Boise insurance producer falsified applications
Effective April 18, 2022, the Idaho Department of Insurance revoked the insurance producer license of Kelly D. Foster for 54 violations of the Idaho Insurance Code.
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Portneuf Medical Center nationally recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Portneuf Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022.
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New Bear Lake State Park park manager appointed
The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) announced Bear Lake State Park has a new Park Manager.
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Snake River Animal Shelter receives donation
Wackerli Subaru has generously donated a $16,270 check out to the Snake River Animal Shelter.
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Runaway teen located
Bonneville County Sheriffs deputies are seeking the public’s help locating a 17-year-old runaway.
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ISU student to compete at national FCCLA competition this summer
In April, Idaho State University College of Education student Jandy Grover won the gold award at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Boise.
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Gateway South transmission line receives nod to proceed
The Wyoming Public Service Commission granted PacifiCorp certificates of public convenience and necessity (CPCNs) May 10, allowing two important
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WHP and Walmart to host free child safety seat check event
The Wyoming Highway Patrol and Walmart will be hosting a free child seat safety check station event on Saturday.
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Escape from Ukraine: Refugees and what they left behind
For Ukrainian natives Eva, Lena and Kateryna, life forever changed on Feb. 24.
Continue Reading Growing share of COVID-19 deaths are among vaccinated people, but booster shots substantially lower the risk
Since COVID-19 vaccines became widely available, there has been a wide gap in deaths between the vaccinated and unvaccinated.
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Bingham Healthcare cuts ribbon to new urgent care facility in Pocatello
Bingham Healthcare has opened a new urgent care clinic in the Gate City.
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Lowest-paying jobs in Boise
Stacker ranked the 50 lowest-paying jobs in Boise, using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Continue Reading Idaho sees small shift in party affiliation ahead of primary
Fewer than 10,000 of Idaho’s roughly 1 million registered voters switched their affiliation to Republican ahead of next week’s primary election, according to the Idaho Secretary of State’s office.
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2 arrested after gunfire exchange in parking lot
Two Idaho Falls residents have been arrested after gunfire was exchanged in an Idaho Falls parking lot.
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College of Eastern Idaho graduates walk the stage
College of Eastern Idaho’s graduates got their chance to walk the stage and officially graduate with their associates degree.
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High schoolers plant trees for Idaho Falls Arbor Day
New roots are developing at Reinhart Park in Idaho Falls.
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A growing sport will have a new home
Frisbee golf or disc golf is a fast growing sport, and in the city of Driggs, the participants of the sport will have a new course to use a bit closer to home.
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Gov. Little talks tax cuts following April revenue report
Idaho Gov. Brad Little is promising more tax cuts after state budget officials on Tuesday reported April tax revenue came in nearly double what had been expected.
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Illegally-stocked walleye caught in Idaho’s Lake Cascade
The Idaho Fish and Game Department is investigating how many illegally-stocked walleye fish are in Lake Cascade after a second walleye catch was reported in four years.
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Stamp Out Hunger food drive is back for 2022
After being canceled for the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nations largest one day food drive is back.
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Yupe sentenced to 5-15 years
Judge Darren B. Simpson sentenced Marcus Kurt Yupe on April 25.
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Idaho sets new record for expensive gas
$4.48 per gallon is state’s highest average price for regular since AAA began tracking
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Bannock County hosts Critical Incident Stress Management training for area first responders
Local first responders are forming a support team to help each other recover from traumatic incidents.
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Blood donations needed ahead of summer
When schools let out for summer and families set off on vacation, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care.
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As gas prices hit record, here’s how to get better mileage
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — The dollars-and-cents counter on the gas pump seems to be spinning faster these days with U.S. prices hitting another record high on Tuesday. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded hit $4.37, according to AAA, 17 cents higher than just a week ago. Last
Continue Reading Why do sleeping dogs look like they’re running? Experts weigh in
By Jen Rose Smith, CNN June seems to dream of pursuit. After the long-haired German shepherd settles down for a nap, her floofy, low-slung limbs often begin to twitch and kick. To her owners, she appears to be on the trail of some unseen prey. “When she’s sleeping sometimes her paws are going aggressively —
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Bilingual voter resource website launches ahead of primary election
Contamos Idaho launched a bilingual website to provide Latinx voters with information on the electoral process to ensure full participation in the upcoming May 17 primary election.
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Salmon-Challis temporarily closes 2 segments of Ridge Road
The Salmon-Challis National Forest will be closing two segments of Ridge Road, National Forest System Road 020, to all motorized traffic to prevent road damage following recent wet weather.
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Statewide GOP candidate forum Tuesday night
Voters have the chance to hear from all of the statewide GOP candidates in an online forum Tuesday, May 10.
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Idaho lieutenant governor wants harshest US abortion ban
Idaho Republican Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Janice McGeachin on Monday demanded that Republican Gov. Brad Little call a special legislative session to eliminate rape and incest as legal exceptions to Idaho’s abortion law.
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Water line installation begins on Hayes Avenue
On Monday, City of Pocatello Water Department crews will be replacing the water main line on Hayes Avenue.
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Idaho kayaker dies in accident in northwestern Montana river
An experienced kayaker from Victor, Idaho, died in a kayaking accident in the Yaak River in northwestern Montana over the weekend, Lincoln County officials said Monday.
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Idaho Lt. Gov. McGeachin to finish year with budget deficit
v. Janice McGeachin, who is running for governor, has a $2,000 budget deficit in her office that will have to come out of next year’s appropriation.
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Moms at the Zoo have a fun Mother’s day
Moms were able to get into the Idaho Falls Zoo for only 50 cents Mothers day weekend. Mother’s Day Sunday the zoo was filled with moms, and their families. Enjoying the day with each other and having fun observing the animals in their habitats.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 303 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 303 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths over the weekend.
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