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Idaho officials sued by inmates over law blocking public funds for gender care
The ACLU of Idaho, on behalf of three people who are incarcerated in Idaho, has filed a federal lawsuit in the Idaho District Court against state officials over a new law that bans public funds from going toward gender-affirming care. House Bill 668 took effect on Monday, and it prevents the use of taxpayer funds from covering gender-affirming medication and surgeries for adults and children. That includes Idaho Medicaid. Also under the law, no state property or facility is allowed to be used for providing...
CARSTAR Hayden Named Idaho's Best Body Shop Following Consecutive Regional Nods
In a scene from "Rocky," Adrian notes curtly, “But it was Thanksgiving.” To which Rocky casually replies, “To you. But to me, it’s Thursday.”. Meet Greg Solesbee. He and his wife Rachelle own CARSTAR Hayden, just outside of Coeur d’Alene, ID. In May, the duo won their first statewide Best Auto Body Shop title in the 2024 Idaho’s Best Awards, after taking regional honors in their Panhandle backyard five years running.
Gallery: Photos from the Idaho Falls Parade
IDAHO FALLS – The annual Liberty on Parade, hosted by the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce, drew quite a crowd. Here are some highlights. Send your parade photos to news@eastidahonews.com and we’ll add them to the gallery.
Farmer offers goat herd to clear away your unwanted foliage for a price
IDAHO FALLS — For the last six years, weed abatement hasn’t been a priority for Eddie Walsh, who lives on one-tenth of an acre on 12th Street in Idaho Falls. As a result, the backyard is overrun with weeds and shrubbery that would’ve taken a lot of work with a weed whacker or lawn mower to clean it up.
Twin Falls Fire Department responds to fires
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Crews responded to a brush fire on Thursday, just after 9:30 p.m., across the street from the KMVT studios, at 1117 Blue Lakes Boulevard North. The brush fire was outside Wilson-Bates Discount Furniture Center. We captured footage from our sky cam, positioned on top...
Sandpoint police looking for hit-and-run suspect
SANDPOINT, Idaho – The Sandpoint Police Department is searching for a hit and run suspect. According to the department, a passing truck hit someone’s vehicle and then sped off on the 1000 block of Cedar Street around 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Anyone with information on the hit and run...
Warming trend for this weekend with HOT temperatures next week
Mostly clear for Thursday night, with a low around 47°. South winds around 5 to 10 mph becoming north northeast after midnight. Sunny skies for Friday, with a high near 85°. North northeast winds 5 to 10 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
Voile replaces Bishop as Annex principal/superintendent
Several candidates surfaced when the Annex School District began its search. The task was to find a replacement after principal/superintendent Steve Bishop announced his retirement. The district hosted a forum on March 8 featuring its top two candidates, Kim Voile and Joe Burris, who is the fifth and sixth grade...
Going offline: Virtual academy in District 91 closing after contractor unable to continue service
IDAHO FALLS — The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Idaho (VPREP) is closing its digital doors after the company providing the service cut off its contract with Idaho Fall School District 91. “(ACCEL Schools, the contractor,) sent us a letter on June 20 that they were terminating the contract due...
Upcoming events at Bannock County Event Center
POCATELLO — Don’t miss a spectacular Fourth of July at the Bannock County Event Center. Plus, Pocatello Downs returns next weekend. Check out the upcoming public events at the Bannock County Event Center. — Bannock County Independence Day Celebration — Thursday:
Reel Lives: Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort CEO Laura Penney On Sovereignty, iGaming, And Staying Active
Every gambler has a story to tell. And so does every person who chooses to make a living in this unique industry. In our “Reel Lives” series, Casino Reports shines a spotlight on people working in the gaming business, from executives, to analysts, to media members and communications pros, and all points in between.
Higher costs aren’t deterring beef shoppers
Beef is proving to be extremely resilient within the meat department. Despite an average price increase of 6.1% for the 52 weeks ending April 21, 2024, beef volume sales fell just 0.5%, reports Circana, a Chicago-based market research firm. Beef accounts for 53.7% of meat dollar sales, up 1.5% from a year earlier.
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