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Some police officers leave big cities for smaller towns to avoid heightened scrutiny
Four years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and the police murder of George Floyd, many big-city law enforcement agencies are struggling to fill their ranks. Departments have tried offering hiring bonuses, expediting background checks and increasing salaries. Some have dropped bans on visible tattoos, lowered physical fitness exam requirements and expanded eligibility to […] The post Some police officers leave big cities for smaller towns to avoid heightened scrutiny appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Bare 0.17-Acre Lot in Jackson, WY, On the Market for Almost $1.7 Million
Location is everything when it comes to real estate, and Jackson, Wyoming, continues to be one of the most desirable places to live. Last year, the town broke a record when the average single-family home sale price surpassed $5 million. Then, in April of this year, it topped $7 million. It was just $2.6 million in 2019. Additionally, as previously reported, Teton County is the wealthiest county and has the largest income gap in the U.S.
Voyeurism case proceeds against N. Idaho man
COEUR d’ALENE — The case of a man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge has been referred to the district court for further action. Michael S. Wall, 51, of Coeur d’Alene, faces 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a child by possession...
Jackson-based raft guides compete on ‘Race to Survive: New Zealand’
JACKSON, Wyo. — Jackson-based raft guides and climbing partners Oliver Dev and Corry Jones went on the adventure of a lifetime when they competed as a team on season two of “Race to Survive: New Zealand,” which premiered on USA Network May 20. With $500,000 on the...
Popular Activity Could Get Land Boise River Floaters In Jail
Every summer, countless families flock to the Boise River for fun in the sun. With inflatables in tow and sunscreen pasted on their skin, it's a tradition that keeps people coming back year after year. But beware! One common mistake could turn your fun, relaxing float into a legal nightmare!
Memorial Monuments Announces New National Sales Directors to Support Monument Growth
MERIDIAN, ID – Wilbert Funeral Services, Inc. (“Wilbert”) is proud to announce the appointment of four new National Sales Directors with its Memorial Monuments Group, expanding its leadership team with both tenured partners and seasoned talent from outside the company. Danny Porter and Curtis Smith, long standing partners, will be joined by new partners Carson Moon and Trey McAvoy, each bringing unique expertise and dedication to their roles in the monument and funeral industry.
Kooskia Man Arrested on Felony Warrant for Trafficking in Stolen Property Following Medical Incident Call
KOOSKIA - Yesterday night, on July 14th, at approximately 10:55 PM, Idaho County Dispatch received a call reporting a medical incident outside Kooskia, near Kings Bluff Road. According to the Idaho County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to the scene and discovered that one had an active warrant after speaking with individuals present.
Hundreds attend annual Antique and Classic Boat Show in Sandpoint
SANDPOINT, Idaho — Hundreds of people attended the Antique and Classic Boat Show Saturday afternoon in Sandpoint. The Inland Empire Chapter hosts the show. People from all over the Inland Northwest and across the country came to see 50 antique wooden boats lining the Sandpoint Marina and boardwalk. This...
Idaho State Police seeks information about pedestrian struck on Highway 26
The Idaho State Police is seeking information on a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 26 Friday near the border of Wyoming. The incident occurred between 4 and 5 a.m., according to a press release. The impact was minor, so the driver may not have known they had struck someone. An unknown vehicle was traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 26 behind a pickup truck, police said. The pickup swerved left to avoid the pedestrian on the side of the highway. The unknown vehicle swerved to the right and struck the pedestrian. The driver did not remain on scene. Idaho State Police asks anyone in the area around this time that witnessed anything that may be related or has any information that may be helpful to call dispatch at (208) 528-3408.
See a wild turkey? Idaho Fish and Game wants to know
Idaho’s Department of Fish and Game’s Turkey Tracker project is bringing turkey surveying to the Gem State. Idahoans will be encouraged to participate in two separate surveys to better understand the wild turkey population in Idaho. A brood survey measuring offspring will be conducted through July and August, while a broader distribution survey will be conducted throughout the year. Jeff Knetter, upland bird and migratory game bird coordinator, said that...
Some Idaho libraries put restrictions on who can challenge books
Want to challenge a book under the new library law? Check local policies first. After House Bill 710 went into effect July 1, schools and public libraries have updated their procedures for book challenges. But each policy looks a little different, and that includes an array of standards for who...
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