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Local girl wins showmanship awards at Bear Lake County Fair
MONTPELIER — Local girl Sarah Jo Wells received several showmanship awards at the Bear Lake County Fair that took place between Aug. 12 and Aug. 17. Trish Wells, Sarah Jo's mother, said her daughter has been showing lambs since she was 8-years-old. She started doing it competitively about three years ago. "Her goal was to win in showmanship at the Bear Lake County Fair," she said. ...
Hunters in Eastern Idaho should be ‘Bear Aware’ this fall
BOISE - As fall hunting season approaches, Idaho Fish and Game is reminding hunters in the Upper Snake Region to be vigilant about bear safety while in the field. With increased bear activity this year, it’s crucial to take necessary precautions to avoid encounters and ensure your safety and Idaho’s wildlife’s safety.
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 In 2018, its 86 state agencies were operating with a mix of outdated, mismatched business systems that ran internal processes like payroll and human resources.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. […]
Horizon’s Four Powerful Lessons for Every Idahoan
A lot has been written about the latest Kevin Costner movie, Horizon. The Hollywood actor/director/producer has sunk much of his personal fortune and professional reputation into this film. As many of you know, the box office for the film was very disappointing. For those who prefer the convenience of streaming,...
It’s Now HAZARDOUS To Breathe The Air In A Tiny Idaho Town
Labor Day Weekend in the Treasure Valley is normally absolutely gorgeous. Just crisp enough in the morning to crave a pumpkin spice latte, but hot enough in the afternoon to enjoy floating the river, a trip to Roaring Springs or hanging out by the neighborhood pool one last weekend. With...
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.
Idaho Foodbank kicks off back-to-school campaign
POCATELLO — The Idaho Foodbank has kicked off its annual back-to-school fundraising campaign, which assists disadvantaged children who are experiencing hunger. The campaign highlights the Idaho Foodbank's backpack program, which provides nutritious child-friendly food every Friday during the school year and ensures the children have access to an adequate amount of quality nourishment. "The Backpack Program is a collaboration with public schools to provide bags full of food that fit...
The 208: Liquid Assets - the fight for Idaho's water
BOISE, Idaho — It's a precious resource, it's the lifeblood of our economy, and vital to all life. Water, and the harnessing of it, is what made Idaho what it is today. So valuable, it's worth fighting over. Which is what has been happening more frequently lately. Perhaps you...
Hunters Encouraged to Drop off Bird Wings and CWD Samples During Upcoming Seasons
Hunters can donate one fully-feathered wing from each upland game bird they harvest in a variety of ways. With archery season and many upland game bird seasons upon us, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is once again asking hunters to provide wings and CWD samples from the game they harvest.
Attorney General Labrador under ethics investigation by Idaho State Bar after complaint
The Idaho State Bar is conducting an ethics investigation into Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador, following a complaint alleging an “adversarial relationship” with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Former Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Director Dave Jeppesen, who retired in December, filed the complaint in June 2023. Jeppesen’s complaint alleges Labrador’s office […]
Budget cuts for Idaho Child Care Program compounds financial troubles for parents, providers
As Brigham Young University-Idaho’s new school year starts up in September, Kearis Ochs was preparing for a round of new parents to enroll kids in her local child care centers. But after the health department announced budget cuts to a child care subsidy program, she’s expecting “a lot of lost business for us, and a […]
Utilities commission to host virtual workshops for Idaho Power rate increase application
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is hosting two online workshops in September to share information on an application from Idaho Power to increase its rates. According to Idaho Power’s application, it is focused on recovering costs associated with infrastructure investments and labor expenses that were not included in the company’s last rate case. If the […]
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