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'Any landing you walk away from is a good landing:' Pilot ok after plane crashes in Bend
A pilot from Idaho safely walked away after his plane's engines failed, forcing an emergency landing in a field near Bend Airport. Despite the plane flipping onto its roof, the pilot only sustained minor injuries. 'Any landing you walk away from is a good landing:' Pilot ok after plane crashes...
Police: Local man arrested for attempting to strangle local woman on several occasions
A 40-year-old local man was recently arrested after police say he attempted to strangle a local woman during multiple domestic violence incidents that occurred in Pocatello and Chubbuck. Michael John Chapman, of Chubbuck, has been charged with two counts of attempted strangulation and two counts of domestic violence, during three separate incidents occurring between December 2023 and July, according to police and court records the Idaho State Journal recently obtained. ...
Governments often struggle with massive new IT projects
Idaho’s state government was facing a problem. In 2018, its 86 state agencies were operating with a mix of outdated, mismatched business systems that ran internal processes like payroll and human resources. Some of the programs dated back to the 1980s, and many were written in programming languages they don’t teach in engineering schools anymore. […]
Dr. Cole's medical license lapsed, making him unqualified for health district position
The Central District Board of Health may need to replace a controversial member under Idaho law. Dr. Ryan Cole was appointed in 2021 to the physician position on the public health district board, which under Idaho law is required to be filled by someone licensed to practice medicine in Idaho. As of June 30, Cole’s physician license has lapsed, the state online professional license database shows. Health district staff were...
Air Quality Alert Issued For Southern Idaho Due To Wildfire Smoke
With wildfires raging all around Idaho and neighboring states to the west, the air quality due to smoke continues to degrade. The air at times this weekend will be at dangerous levels and outdoor activities could cause serious health issues. DEQ Issues Air Quality Advisory for Southern Idaho. The Idaho...
19 Items Absolutely Banned From Carry-On Luggage at Idaho Airports
For anyone who was young on 9-11, it’s hard to remember what being at an airport was like without TSA agents and security checkpoints. Once upon a time, you could get to your gate without having to show an ID or boarding pass. You could bring full size shampoo in your carry-on. You didn’t have to empty your water bottle. Your laptop could stay in your bag and your shoes could stay on your feet. That all changed with the implementation of the Aviation and Transportation Security Act following the September 11, 2001 terror attacks.
North Idaho Large Tract Property Reminders
As you are planning your fall hunts, remember that recreational motorized access to all Large Tracts properties is designated to open roads and trails, with all other roads closed to recreational motorized access. All roads are open at all times for non-motorized access. Here are a few Large Tracts Program...
This Idaho City’s Dumb Policy Continues to Anger Idahoans
Every city in Idaho is special to those who live there, regardless of how long they have lived in their own unique Idahome. No, we're not going to report that one city is the best over another. However, one city has a HUGE problem that threatens to disrupt anyone visiting this Treasure Valley city.
Washingtonians: What the Heck Is Up With the Tip of Idaho?
Washingtonians: What the Heck Is Up With the Tip of Idaho?. When I was a kid, I was terrified about what was going on at the tip of Idaho. The Tip Of Idaho Was Once Home To The Aryan Nations Hate Compound. I'll be the first to admit, that I'm...
Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 30, 2024
A look at the fire near Stanley and how it's affecting the small mountain town, AG Raúl Labrador is being investigated by the Idaho State Bar, a possible black market hunting scheme has been uncovered in Twin Falls and an update on the Thomas Creech case. It’s Friday, which...
Idaho Outdoor Funding Council accepting recreation projects
IDAHO, USA — The Idaho Outdoor Recreation Fund Advisory Council (ORFAC) announced that it is accepting applications to build projects that seek to expand recreational opportunities within Idaho. ORFAC said in a press release that it has $5 million to spend on projects such as bridges, trails and campgrounds...
Local Idaho Fish and Game conservation officer recognized at WAFWA award ceremony
The Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, or WAFWA, summer conference was recently held in Stevenson, Washington, where a local Idaho Fish and Game officer was awarded the Pogue-Elms Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. According to a news release from Idaho Fish and Game, the officer's name is Cody Allen, and he has been a conservation officer for the past 12 years. Back in 2017, he became the regional investigator, and he has been part of every wildlife-related criminal investigation since then. ...
Idaho Witches, Warlocks Invited To Join CA Paddleboard Parade
An annual event that brings together the spirit of Halloween and ocean paddleboarding in California is set to take place in about eight weeks. Idaho men and women who want to participate just need to point their broomsticks southwest and pack some extra clothes. The Annual Witches and Warlocks Paddle...
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