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Meridian man sentenced in fatal car crash that killed Greenleaf coach
A Meridian man was sentenced to prison Thursday, a year and a half after his driving killed a local teacher and coach. Shawn Stacy, 28, will serve at least two years, and possibly up to 17, for felony vehicular manslaughter, Third District Judge Brent Whiting ruled Thursday, according to online court records. Stacy, driving a Volkswagen Jetta, ran a stop sign “at a high rate of speed” and crashed into a Ford F-150 pickup truck carrying Jim Bittick and Loma Bittick on Feb. 9, 2023,...
Fairgrounds ready for 10 days of tradition at the North Idaho State Fair
The North Idaho State Fair was more than a week away as Alexcia Jordan walked at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds on a sunny afternoon. The general manager and CEO watched as a man passed by on his way to the fair office with an entry for the fair. In one building, quilt judging was going on. In another, they were setting up art and photographs. A minute later, a woman rode by on an ATV and asked Jordan how she was doing.
New AI degree + Historic church + Float season update
Hello Monday. Gretchen Parsons here to start off the workweek. Good morning. Today Anna Daly tells readers about a 153-year-old Idaho church. But first, details on a new AI degree. Today: 95°☀️🌫 Hot with patchy smoke. First Up Today. CWI offering AI degree. The College of...
Memories pour in as chef Tamara Murphy of Capitol Hill’s Terra Plata suffers fatal stroke
Loved ones and customers of Capitol Hill’s “earth to table” restaurant Terra Plata are sharing stories and memories of chef Tamara Murphy. Those who shared a kitchen with her have some tales, too. The restaurant announced it will be closed Sunday and Monday as Murphy suffered a...
Grace football team looks to go from good to great this season
GRACE — The 2023 football season for the Grace Grizzlies ended with a tough loss in the state semi-finals against Oakley. Yet Grace made program history with back-to-back third place finishes after going 7-4 in the regular season. Grizzlies head coach James Newby said, “Last season was a good season but not a great season. Our team is growing on both sides of the ball, as well as our coaching staff.” Newby will lead the sideline for the 2024 season with assistant coaches Travis Draper, who will coach the offensive and defensive lines as well as special teams, and Jason...
North Gem Cowboys: Running Game Strategy Fuels Grid Iron Success
North Gem High School is embracing a run-heavy approach in its eight-man football team, aiming for success despite its challenges. With only 9 players on the squad for the 2023 season, the Cowboys initially struggled but turned the tide to finish the season with a 5-4 record, securing second place in the Rocky Mountain Conference. Under head coach Corry Hatch, the team has built its identity around a ground game, utilizing experienced players like running back Craig Yost, who tallied 1,100 yards and 15 touchdowns last season. The returning talent positions North Gem favorably as they look to maintain momentum in the 2024 season, having hopes of clinching the conference championship.
Lapwai Fire along with Nez Perce Tribal Fire make quick work of a grass fire on Thunder Hill Road
LAPWAI - A grass fire was reported around 10:00am today on Thunder Hill Road, Lapwai Fire arrived on scene with 6 people, 1 engine, and a water tender; Nez Perce Tribal Fire had three brush trucks and 8 people total. Fire units were on scene about 2 hrs. No injuries...
Kimball kids reap benefits of 4-H as they show their goats at Caribou County Fair
GRACE — There is much to be said about youth who take the time and effort to prepare to show animals in the 4-H program this time of year statewide at county and state fairs. Working and training animals teaches kids patience, compassion, respect as well as motivation to perform their best come fair time. For Jason and Jessie Kimball, getting their kids involved with 4-H livestock was all new...
Bear Lake Bears Football Faces New Challenges in 2023 Season
The Bear Lake Bears football team faces a challenging 2024 season after a 5-5 record last year. With only five returning starters and the graduation of 12 seniors, the team is adapting to new dynamics, including a change in divisions and a new head coach, Houston Reynolds. The Bears are determined to reclaim their state title glory while implementing new offensive and defensive strategies. Key players, dubbed the "K crew," include Kaden Andersen, Kalob Wiscombe, and Kasin Warner, all of whom have high expectations following their all-league recognition.
Broncos' Ben Ford looks to make most of opportunities at wide reciever
BOISE — Ben Ford has been waiting a few years for this opportunity, now he plans to make the most of it. The redshirt junior finds himself competing in a deep, wide receiver room but is doing all he can to make sure he stands out to the Boise State coaches and appears on track to have some sort of role on the field for the Broncos this season. “Going...
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