News you can use this morning – March 12, 2024
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Kidneys for Communities stresses the growing need for kidney donors in the U.S.
CEO of Kidneys for Communities discusses the urgent demand for kidney donors across the…
Continue Reading Library materials bill revived by the Idaho House of Representatives
Libraries could soon face legal issues if a new Idaho bill is…
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Bengal Giving Day kicks off at ISU
It’s a time to “unite, celebrate and elevate Bengal…
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2 new suspects indicted in Compass Academy shooting incident
Two new suspects have been indicted in the Compass Academy shooting incident on Feb.…
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How COVID-19 has changed the medical world 4 years later – Local News 8 investigates
March 11 marks the infamous anniversary of when the outbreak of COVID-19 became a worldwide pandemic, according to the World Health…
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Idaho gas prices up 7 cents
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 7.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.26/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…
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Gov. Gordon took action on 11 bills Friday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on 11 bills on Friday, March 8.…
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My World Discovery Museum moving locations to Museum of Clean
A popular destination for children in Pocatello will be moving locations soon.…
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Temporary traffic signals planned for WYO 22/WYO 390 Intersection
Crews will be installing temporary traffic signals at the intersection of Wyoming State Highway 22 and Wyoming State Highway 390…
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Veterans with disabilities can apply online for property tax benefit
Some Idaho veterans with disabilities are eligible to have their property tax bill reduced by as much as $1,500 on their Idaho residence and up to…
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Mental Health Monday: New program helping people handle emotions
Emotions are a large contributor to overall mental health. But dealing with them can be tricky. That’s where a new local program called InUPowers can…
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“Fur Ball” raises over $100,000 for Snake River Animal Shelter
The event was able to raise over $100,000 dollars for the animal…
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Rangeland Improvement Act moves to Idaho Senate floor
Farmers and ranchers in eastern Idaho may soon get more authority to improve…
Continue Reading New bill may bring back the presidential primary election in Idaho
Idaho lawmakers are making a new push to bring a presidential primary back to the Gem…
Continue Reading D91 seeks public opinion to address the school district’s budget
Idaho Falls School District 91 is looking for public input to address its budget.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shooting suspect’s family gives insight into Idaho Falls SWAT standoff
An Idaho Falls man allegedly entered a home and shot two people Saturday night, killing one, before engaging in an hours-long standoff with…
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Reed’s Dairy leases a new warehouse in the Idaho Falls area
In the months since the tragic fire that destroyed their previous warehouse, Reed’s Dairy has needed a new location to keep production going.…
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1 person dead, 2 people taken into custody after shooting in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Police SWAT team arrested a 23-year-old male last night at the Teton Mesa Apartments on Lomax Street, after two people had been shot,…
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IFPD responds to shooting at 4th Street intersection
The Idaho Falls Police Department responded to a shooting at the intersection of 400 S. 4th Street and 200 S. Lee Avenue Saturday…
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Elks Lodge food drive feeds 278 families
Cars were lined outside of the Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls early Saturday morning, as they prepared to hand out food for those who needed it.…
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Beware of scams targeting Idaho Power customers
Idaho Power is reminding customers to remain vigilant against…
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Irrigators in Salmon Region asked to contact Fish and Game before turning ditch water on this spring
Irrigators in the Salmon Region are asked to contact Fish and Game before turning ditch water on this…
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Idaho economist to highlight the state’s long-term industry and employment projections March 12
The Idaho Department of Labor’s long-term industry and employment projection estimates will be released in…
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Advise on Federal land management issues by serving on IRAC
Nominees must be residents of…
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Central Fire District back to “business as usual”2 months after Ririe station fire
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Central Fire District is figuring out how to move forward after its Ririe station burned to the ground Jan. 3. The fire…
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Temporary closure of Recreation Center gym for flooring renovation
The City of Idaho Falls Recreation Center is getting a new gym…
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Sherman Park Workforce housing Design Development Plan unveiled
The Sherman Park Workforce housing Design Development Plan has been…
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Caribou-Targhee National Forest seeks campgrounds hosts
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest is currently seeking dedicated individuals to serve as campground hosts for the upcoming summer season on the…
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Wyoming Energy Authority welcomes new board member
“I’m honored to join the board of the Wyoming Energy…
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“School facilities funding bill” nears finish line in 2024 legislature
Idaho House Bill 521 is headed toward the Senate Floor soon. If it passes and is signed into law, it will provide Idaho schools with a billion…
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Grand jury indicts fight suspects
The two suspects in the death of Alexander Barber were in court…
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A look at USS IDAHO challenge coins
We are just one week away from the christening of the USS IDAHO, the Navy’s newest…
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Rexburg man arrested on 6 sexual exploitation of a child charges
A Rexburg man was arraigned Friday on six counts of sexual exploitation of a…
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New Idaho House bill lets funeral homes dispose of unclaimed human remains
“We wait a whole year after the person has passed and then…we spread [the cremated…
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Whooping cough on the rise in southwest Idaho
Public health officials are urging pregnant women and those who come in contact with young children, including their families, to get vaccinated…
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13th Annual Gate City Brewfest Saturday
A fan favorite is making its return to Pocatello…
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Gov. Gordon vetoes bill he said could hurt charter schools, public education system
Governor Gordon issued his first veto of the 2024 Legislative Session…
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Early construction activities rescheduled for US 20 interchanges in Rexburg
Due to weather, the start date for this project has been shifted to later this month.…
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Counties receiving the most SBA loans in Idaho
Flippa identified the counties in Idaho where applicants were approved for the most Small Business Administration loan funds per capita in…
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ITD to host open house next week on SH-39 in Blackfoot
This project is scheduled to be constructed in…
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Idaho HOSA Future Health Professionals hold annual State Leadership Conference
The Idaho HOSA-Future Health Professionals, a prominent health care career technical student organization, held their annual State Leadership…
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Local singer-songwriter releases new single after community support
Cole Fryar, a singer-songwriter from Shelley, is taking his music career to the next step after support from the…
Continue Reading Daylight saving time starts Sunday, Dr. Harris shares why it’s crucial to prepare
Dr. Shelby Harris joins Local News 8 in the Morning to explain how preparing for Daylights Savings Time this weekend can improve your…
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Chad Daybell back in court Friday
Chad Daybell is expected to be back in court Friday for a hearing on three…
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Concealed guns could be coming soon to Wyoming schools, meetings
A bill that would allow concealed carry of firearms in schools and government meetings heads to Wyoming’s governor after clearing the state…
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Man arrested for killing ex-girlfriend’s horse
After examining the horse, the deputy told Jones there was “no logical reason” for him to kill…
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Attorneys representing Bryan Kohberger appeal to Idaho Supreme Court
Brian Kohberger’s attorney’s are asking the state Supreme Court to step in.…
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Twelfth ITD snow plow hit this winter
Another Idaho Transportation Department snow plow is needing repairs after an accident…
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The right use of social media can boost your business
For many running a business or considering using the platforms to inform or bring more customers to their business, it can be overwhelming, but it…
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Idaho Falls Elks Lodge distributing food boxes to families in need
The Idaho Falls Elks Lodge is helping community members in need this…
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Ski resorts rejoice with plentiful snow
Local ski resorts all across eastern Idaho and western Wyoming have appreciated the all of snow showers over the past…
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Kelly Canyon’s snowmobile hill climb is this weekend
King of Kelly’s Snowmobile Hill Climb is March 8 and 9 at Kelly…
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Wyoming Energy Authority opens State Energy Program Grants
“The focus of the program is on reducing energy use in order to save money on utility bills for those…
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Teton County, Wyo. Commissioners announce interim county administrator
The Teton County Board of County Commissioners announced Thursday Jodie Pond will serve as the interim Commissioners’ Administrator beginning…
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Input sought on measures to stop spread of aquatic invasive species into Yellowstone
The deadline to submit comments is Friday, April…
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How road conditions in Idaho have deteriorated since 2000
TruckInfo.net used Bureau of Transportation Statistics data to map the 20-year change in the share of roads in “acceptable condition” in Idaho.…
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Christopher Tapp’s alleged killer surrenders to Las Vegas Police
The alleged killer in the Cristopher Tapp murder, a congressional candidate and former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) wrestler, has turned…
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Bannock County man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
A Bannock County man is charged with alleged sexual exploitation of a child.…
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Snake River Ice Gala to feature Olympian Mariah Bell
You’ll be able to watch a former Olympic Ice Skater perform this Friday along with our local young skaters.…
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Ex-Congressional candidate, former wrestler in connection with Christopher Tapp’s death to surrender
Police have issued a warrant for an ex-Congressional candidate and former wrestler who is accused of killing Christopher Tapp on the Las Vegas…
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Water managers concerned with possible flooding this spring
The snowpack is making an impressive comeback. Many of the water basins are either at or above average for snowpack this time of year, according to…
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“This seems totally normal to me.” Judge dismisses alleged “corruption” case against Teton County, WY commissioners
A lawsuit between a citizen and Teton County, Wyo. commissioners is dismissed. Tim Riser accused the commissioners of conspiring to oust the former…
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Getting answers: What is happening with the old Blackfoot pool building?
People are asking what is happening with the Blackfoot Municipal Pool?…
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Guns N’ Hoses hockey fundraiser kicks off Wednesday
The Idaho Falls Youth Hockey Association (IFYHA) is holding its first ever Guns N’ Hoses Fundraiser at the Mountain America Center…
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Carport collapses on several cars at a condominium complex in Idaho Falls
A carport collapsed on several cars at an Idaho Falls apartment located on Vega Circle. …
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Mountain View Cemetery wrecked by winter storms
Walking through the Mountain View Cemetery on Tuesday, trees and branches are everywhere and scattered through the…
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Idaho House passes resolution asking State Ed Board to reconsider University of Phoenix purchase
The Idaho House passed a concurrent resolution asking the State Board of Education to reconsider the purchase of The University of Phoenix for $685…
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Teton Pass set to close Wednesday morning for avalanche control
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled to close WYO 22 over the Teton Pass for Wednesday, March 6 at 3:00 a.m. for avalanche…
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Idaho Falls completes snow removal, parking restrictions lifted
The recent snowfall resulted in more than two inches of snow, which qualifies as a snow event. Parking restrictions are now in place for all roads…
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Kirtland Temple ownership transferred to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
SALT LAKE CITY (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints News Release) – Today, Tuesday, March 5, 2024, the responsibility and ownership for the…
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Rexburg Restaurant Rush underway this week
Starting on March 4th a big week for Rexburg dining has begun for the many different restaurants in the city of Rexburg. The Rexburg Chamber of…
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Drowsy driving deaths are 10X higher than before
The best defense is to get enough sleep, about 7 hours a…
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“Doing your research in advance.” How you can stay protected against online scams
This week is National Consumer Protection Week. A time where the Federal Trade Commission wants to drive awareness to avoiding scams, protecting your…
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Facebook and Instagram outage: Widespread disruption affects services
Meta’s platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, went down for thousands of users on…
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Travelers will see traffic shift over Snake River Bridge near Jackson Wednesday
The Wyoming Department of Transportation, along with contract crews from Ames Construction, Inc., will be shifting traffic lanes on Wednesday, March…
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Wyoming Sen. Barrasso will run for No. 2 spot in GOP leadership, narrowing race to replace McConnell
By MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso announced Tuesday that he will run for the No. 2 spot in the…
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Cities and counties prioritize snow removal in streets following the weekend’s storm
Snow removal continues around the clock, but snow in the streets isn’t the only concern for many people across the region.…
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Jury finds Brad Compher guilty of Nori Jones’ death
Closing arguments began Monday morning for Brad Compher at the Bannock County Courthouse.…
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Judge rules to combine Lance Peck’s cases
Former Downard Funeral home director Lance Peck’s attorney appeared for a hearing in front of Judge Aaron Thompson at the Bannock County Courthouse…
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Two eastern Idaho highways remain closed Tuesday morning
The following Bonneville County roads have been closed due to blowing and drifting…
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Idaho gas prices climb another dime this week
Idaho drivers continue to face surging prices at the pump.…
Continue Reading Mental Health Monday: What is anxiety?
Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder, affecting 301 million people worldwide, according to the World Health…
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Jackson Hole restaurant owner dies after fall into tree well, Krause family creates scholarship in his honor
The owner of a popular Jackson Hole restaurant died Friday after falling into a tree well while skiing at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. This…
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Prosecutors say Megan Stedman homicide happened in Montana not Idaho Falls
Prosecutors now believe the Megan Stedman homicide occurred in Bozeman, Mont. rather than in Idaho…
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Pocatello seeks community input during multiple rebranding campaign events
The City of Pocatello has organized multiple events for the public next week to gain input on the city’s…
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Track your tax refund online anytime
After you’ve filed your Idaho income tax return, track your refund online for the most up-to-date information.…
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Gov. Little proclaims March STEM Matters Month
Idaho Gov. Brad Little is declaring March STEM Matters…
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Rolling closure to cause 5 minute delays for I-15 drivers near Blackfoot
At approximately 11 a.m. Monday, there will be a rolling closure on Interstate 15 between Exit 89 and Exit…
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TCSD #1 kindergarten registration opens
To enroll in kindergarten in Teton County School District, students must be five years old by August…
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$40 million to improve Yellowstone employee housing
The new investment will fund more than 70 new modular units to address the critical shortage of employee housing at the…
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LDS missionary from Sugar City passes away
A young man from Sugar City, serving in the New Jersey Morristown Mission has passed away after becoming unresponsive this morning from a medical…
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Power restored to thousands in Idaho Falls, IFP working to fully restore power for all customers
Idaho Falls Power has restored electricity to over 2,500 people residing in the Idaho Falls…
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Bannock County Emergency Operations Center activated due to severe snowstorm
The Bannock County Emergency Operations Center has been activated to assist agencies in the aftermath of a severe…
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Idaho is at all time high in reading levels for early ages
Dr. Seuss Day is nationally recongised as the 2nd of March. Which of course was Saturday. The goal of the day is to encourage more reading especially…
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More schools in Eastern Idaho announce closures for Monday
Multiple schools in Bingham County have announced closures for Monday, March 4th.…
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Viewers share storm photos
Viewers send in their photos of the storm aftermath on March 2, 2024.…
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Julian Bowie’s incredible fourth quarter leads Pocatello to first 4A championship since 2000
They never quit, and they are finally over the hump. The Pocatello Thunder won the 4A state championship Saturday night in their third try against…
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Trump wins Idaho Republican Presidential Caucus
The Idaho Republican Party announces that President Donald J. Trump has won the Idaho Republican Presidential…
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Idaho Republicans vote for who they want to be their presidential candidate
Idaho Republicans went to the polls Saturday to participate in the Idaho G.O.P caucus. Many of them braved the weather making sure their voice was…
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