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Christmas Time Has Arrived in Idaho Already: Is It Too Soon?
The calendar hasn't flipped to September yet, and already holiday shopping is consuming stores. It used to be that Halloween waited until mid-September to pop up in stores, and Christmas didn't start until the day after Thanksgiving. Still, as time has passed, more and more businesses are putting out holiday shopping earlier and earlier. Some stores have holiday decorations up year-round. It might still be months away, but Christmas shopping has arrived in the Magic Valley, and here is where you can start if you can't wait.
Idaho tobacco settlement secures millions in funds, rather than spending years to litigate payments
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador reached a new settlement with tobacco companies to immediately get a big chunk of disputed funds, but it will leave millions on the table. That’s instead of duking it out in litigation that can last over a decade. Idaho’s settlement — reached in March — resolved years of complicated litigation, […]
Soccer Game Preview: Firth Heads Out
The Firth Cougars will start their season against the American Falls Beavers. Kickoff is scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. American Falls is looking to give their home crowd another W after opening their season at home on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 7-1 margin over South Fremont. The game was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 4-0.
Below average temperatures to shift as high pressures spur warming by weekend
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — We will see sunshine all morning and likely throughout the day. We should also see some clear skies. Wind speeds will likely be 10-14 miles per hour through the afternoon and early evening. Highs in Boise, Caldwell and Nampa are expected to be 76 degrees, well below average.
Boise State alum named team captain for Paris Paralympic Games
PARIS, France — Boise State University alum Roderick Townsend is getting ready to compete in his third Paralympic Games. On Monday, U.S. Paralympic Track and Field announced on social media that Townsend, along with Tatyana McFadden, would lead the American contingent as team captains after a vote by their teammates.
Idaho State Volleyball Tournament: SDSU, Seattle U, CSUN Clash
The Idaho State volleyball team kicks off its regular season with the Idaho State Tournament, hosting the Seattle U Redhawks, San Diego State Aztecs, and Cal State Northridge Matadors from August 30 to September 1. The tournament starts with CSUN facing Seattle U at 4 p.m. and Idaho State taking on SDSU at 7 p.m. Autograph signings and team posters will follow the opening game. Each match will be streamed on ESPN+ or available via LiveStats.
First SeptemBEAR Family Fest fundraising event set for Sept. 7
POCATELLO — Zoo Idaho will host the first ever SeptemBEAR Family Fest sponsored by Lookout Credit Union Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SeptemBEAR Family Fest is a fundraising event coordinated by the Zoo Idaho Zoological Society with ticket proceeds benefiting Zoo Idaho. Admission to this event...
Edson Fichter Nature Talks returning to Pocatello in September
POCATELLO — The popular Edson Fichter Nature Talks series is returning to Pocatello for its fourth year this September. Take this opportunity to learn more about the wildlife and habitats found at this unique place through this free lecture series cosponsored by Friends of Edson Fichter Nature Area and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.
Bengal Cross-Country to Begin Fall Season at Utah Valley Invitational
Pocatello, ID - Summer tends to be a time of leisure, adventure, and vacation. For students nationwide, the end of August signifies a return to the responsibilities they navigate throughout the rest of the year. It means it's time to start putting in the work. However, when you're a student-athlete,...
Netflix Takes Underhanded Shot At Idaho In New Blockbuster
Netflix is truly an amazing company. When it started in 1997, they changed how some people rented movies. Instead of going to a Blockbuster or Family Video, you could order your movies online, and they would send them to you via mail. After watching them, you'd simply return them in the mail and order your next film. They did this without late fees and the hassle of movies not being in stock. This was especially great for Idahoans in rural areas where video stores were sometimes over an hour away. Who wants to make that kind of drive in the snow for one movie? Who wants to make that drive in good weather for one movie? Not me!
Man gets rider for killing ex-girlfriend’s horse after breakup
MORELAND — A 25-year-old has been sentenced after pleading guilty to killing his ex-girlfriend’s horse after a breakup. Shawn Brayden Jones was sentenced on Aug. 8 by District Judge Stevan Thompson to a minimum of two and a maximum of five years in prison. Thompson then suspended the...
Evacuation orders lifted for Mowroy Fire after 103-acre blaze
Update on Aug. 28 at 9 p.m. - KOOTENAI COUNTY, Idaho — According to the Kootenai County Emergency Management team, the fire evacuations for the Mowroy Fire have been lifted. The fire reportedly covered 103 acres of land. Originally published Aug. 28 3:45 p.m. - The Kootenai County Sheriff’s...
Football: Little movement in state polls after season openers
IDAHO FALLS — Sugar-Salem High School (4A) and West Side High School (3A) remained atop the state media football polls released Tuesday. Sugar-Salem opened its season last week with a 65-0 win over Timberlake while West Side kicks off the 2024 season Friday at No. 5 Firth. Rigby dropped...
What We’re Made of: Alternative Education
Despite the relatively small size of the Wood River Valley, educational institutions abound, with sizes and styles for every type of learner. In addition to the eight public schools in the area (Hailey Elementary, Hemingway STEAM School, Wood River Middle School, Wood River High School, Alturas Elementary, Bellevue Elementary, Carey Public School, Silver Creek High School), there are also five schools providing what might be called “alternative education”: Sun Valley Community School, the Sage School, Syringa Mountain School, Pioneer Montessori School, and Trinity School. Read on to learn about each of their unique curriculums, founding, and the benefits of such educational models.
Jackson, Wyoming Secures $5.5 Million Grant for EV Charging Infrastructure
The affluent city of Jackson, Wyoming, has secured a $5.5 million grant from the federal government to broaden its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The announcement, made by the Biden administration on Tuesday, highlighted Jackson and its regional partners in Teton County as recipients of this funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s $2.5 billion charging and fueling infrastructure program, as well as a 10% allocation from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program.
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