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Police: Local woman arrested after battering man, blowing snot on responding officer
POCATELLO — A Pocatello woman faces felony charges following a domestic battery incident that ended with her blowing snot and blood on an officer, police said. Ashlyn Jeanette Zazweta, 37, has been charged with domestic battery and assault or battery on certain personnel, both felonies, following an incident on July 15. Police were dispatched to a home near downtown Pocatello around 8:50 p.m. on July 15 for the report of...
Vandal Healing Garden remembers four Idaho murder victims
MOSCOW, Idaho – Construction of the University of Idaho Vandal Healing Garden is about wrapped in the small college town. The memorial garden honors and remembers Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Maddison Mogen, who were all killed in their off-campus home on Nov. 13, 2022. The healing...
Police: Adult and two juveniles injured in wreck caused by drunk driver on I-15 in Pocatello
POCATELLO — An adult and two juveniles were rushed to the hospital earlier this week as a result of a north Pocatello crash caused by a drunk driver, authorities said. The collision between a 2016 Ford Fusion sedan and 2023 Chrysler Voyager minivan occurred around 9 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 15 northbound near the Pocatello Creek Road exit. The impact sent the minivan careening about 50 feet off the freeway....
In depth: U of I’s Phoenix-related bills reach $14.2 million, and counting
The University of Idaho has run up more than $3.9 million in University of Phoenix-related costs so far this year. The biggest bills, $1.7 million, came from U of I President C. Scott Green’s previous employer, an international law firm hired to navigate federal laws and the acquisitions process.
Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d'Alene surgeon to proceed
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — In addition to criminal charges of video voyeurism and sexual exploitation of a child by preparation of sexually exploitative material, Spencer Greendyke, 68, is facing a lawsuit filed by 16 anonymous plaintiffs, including former employees, as well as the spouses and children of the former employees. Greendyke’s wife and medical practice are also named in the lawsuit.
Idaho’s Top 2 Overpriced Grocery Stores Revealed
Remember when fast food was affordable? Was buying food at a restaurant or the grocery store not so painful? Americans haven't felt this much pain when purchasing food for forty years. Politicians blame each other, but the high energy cost has spiked the price of everything. Veteran shoppers have returned...
Marco’s Pizza Launches New Store Design
Marco’s Pizza (Toledo, Ohio) has taken the wraps off a new store design in the greater Boise market. Located in Meridian, Idaho, a fast-growing town west of Boise, the new look features aesthetic updates and operational enhancements, the chain says. “Our new store design marks a pivotal moment in...
Why The Cabin in Boise is looking to expand
For nearly 30 years, The Cabin has served as a literary hub, bringing people together through stories. And as the nonprofit’s community of writers, students and book lovers has grown, so has their need for more space. Which is why they have launched a campaign to help renovate the historic building.
Volleyball Earns AVCA Team Academic Award
LEXINGTON, Ky. - A record number of volleyball programs have earned the AVCA Team Academic Award for the 2023-24, including Northwest Nazarene volleyball. More than 1,400 collegiate and high school volleyball programs maintained a year-long grade-point average of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or 4.1 on a 5.0 scale), to earn the award for their classroom excellence during the recently completed academic year.
Crook County's Greater Idaho measure passed, so now what?
In May, Crook County voters approved a ballot measure that expressed citizen support for the Greater Idaho movement. But what does its passage mean and what can residents expect to happen now? Voters approved Measure 7-86, an advisory question regarding citizen sentiment for relocation of the Oregon-Idaho border, by a 53.44%-46.56% margin. Crook County is one of 13 Oregon counties whose citizens have voted in support of the Greater Idaho...
New Gate City shaved ice stand opens to help people beat the heat
POCATELLO — A new shaved ice stand has opened in The Gate City as a way to help people stay cool and beat the heat. Dan Leary, owner of Chilled Vibes, said the stand has a retro, 1970s feel to it. He officially opened the family-run business on June 7. "Me and my girlfriend and her kids are the ones that run it," he said. "We thought it would be...
6 Of The Most Expensive Floods To Strike Idaho
We've had some pretty crazy weather as of late with record-breaking temperatures all across Idaho and the Treasure Valley. Yesterday was one for the books with an assortment of weather events with the wildfires out west even creating their own weather system. Flooding in Idaho. Heavy rain is much needed...
Wage Growth In Boise: A Look From January 2024 To Now
Boise Employment and Wage Trends: January 2024 to Present. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides comprehensive data on occupational employment and wages in Boise. A comparative analysis from January 2024 to the most recent data highlights significant regional labor market trends. As of May 2023, Boise exhibited a diverse...
Boise State renews innovative business program with Vietnamese university
In early July, Boise State and National Economics University (NEU) in Vietnam renewed their “2+2” academic partnership program, strengthening the institutions’ 30-year relationship. The program invites Vietnamese business students to study for two years in Hanoi followed by two years in Boise to earn a Boise State degree. A delegation from Boise State including President Dr. Marlene Tromp and College of Business and Economics Dean Mark Bannister visited Hanoi to meet with NEU leaders, participate in the signing ceremony and meet with students about the program.
11 Mistakes Idaho Homeowners Make During Wildfire Season
The Treasure Valley is currently experiencing a heatwave and whether we notice it or not, this presents some dangerous conditions... especially for our homes. According to the Western Fire Chiefs Association, we're right in the thick of wildfire season, which begins in June and peaks in July/August. If you weren't...
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