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Shuttered since 2020, plans finally in place for Boise’s historic pools
Two longstanding Boise city swimming pools are about to undergo significant facelifts, both from structural and location standpoints. Under a plan presented by the Boise Department of Parks and Recreation, Lowell Pool will be renovated to retain its original design and a new pool will be constructed at Whitney Elementary School to replace South Pool. South Pool's structure will be preserved, with its future purpose to be determined at a later date. ...
Idaho Fish and Game brings sockeye in unseasonably warm river to Eagle
IDAHO, USA — The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is taking steps to protect sockeye salmon, an endangered species, from the extreme heat. More than a hundred fish are now at the Eagle Hatchery after the state agency started trapping them at the Lower Granite Dam near Lewiston earlier this summer.
Group that quarterbacked effort to build playground in Soda Springs now raising funds for industrial shades to protect park-goers from sun
SODA SPRINGS — Laura Lind clearly remembers the hot summer days of 2014-15, taking her children to the various playgrounds located in and around Soda Springs. Pushing a stroller in one hand, holding a baby in the other, while watching her older kids run amuck trying to ride the fastest slide or go on the highest swing, each located on opposite sides of the park, was nothing short of exhausting for the young mom. ...
SUNDAY UPDATE: Fire agencies, state fire agencies fighting several wildfires across our region
REGIONAL - In Washington and in Oregon, fire agencies across our region are battling several wildfires. Some have been burning for days while others continue to pop up due to the hot, dry and windy conditions. Information on these fires is constantly changing. We will work to bring you the latest as soon as possible.
$1.6 million in Scholarships to learn a trade in Washington.
I don't know about you, but in my family when I was a kid, the goal was always to go to college. Both of my parents were college educated. All of my siblings went to college, I was the youngest in my family, and I was expected to go to college as well. I went to what is now called Central Washington University. (Back then, it was State College.)
Fire near State Route 20 prompts Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation orders
TWISP, Wash. — Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuations have been ordered due to a fire burning near State Route 20. The fire was reported to firefighters around 1 p.m. and is currently active in the vicinity of State Route 20. Evacuation orders are in effect for the area east of Upper Beaver Creek, Frazer Crossing Road and Twisp. The fire called the Frazier Fire is estimated to be 175 acres and has a dozer line around it.
Dry lightning outbreak could spark Northwest wildfires during critical fire conditions
Rounds of thunderstorms moving across the Northwest may trigger a dry lightning outbreak across parts of Oregon, California and Nevada, which could quickly spark fires in those regions recently facing record-breaking temperatures and dry conditions.
One more day in the triple digits before significant cool down this week, elevated fire concern
After reaching 107 degrees in Spokane on Sunday, the Inland Northwest is in for another hot day on Monday before a dry cold front will cool temperatures down significantly by Thursday. Daytime highs on Monday will be widespread in the triple digits, with the Lilac City expected to reach 100...
Authorities release name of motorcyclist killed in north Pocatello crash
POCATELLO — A motorcyclist is dead after a crash at a north Pocatello intersection early Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. at Yellowstone Avenue and Flandro Drive. The adult male motorcyclist died at the scene. The Bannock County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as Angel Garcia, 28, of Pocatello. “My heart goes out...
Texas Fire Near Kendrick Remains at 1,575 Acres, is 20% Contained
KENDRICK - Crews continue to battle the Texas Fire, located east of Kendrick on the Latah/Nez Perce County line. According to a Sunday morning update from officials, the fire size is estimated at 1,575 acres and is 20% contained. The fire area grew by only 32 acres between Thursday and Saturday. No growth was reported between Saturday morning and Sunday morning.
Rumor Has It Kim Kardashian’s Building a Massive Mansion in Idaho
Would locals flip out if Kim K. moved to Coeur d'Alene?. fed up with Hollywood and the glitterati's growing presence in the Gem State. Responding to a social media post about the star's vacation in the stunning lake town last week, locals took to the comments to unpack their thoughts on a Kim K. move to the Gem State. People were quick to point out her grandmother has lived in Lewiston for years, while others claimed Kim's had a permanent residence here for while.
Ever wanted to walk inside a brain? Now is your chance
IDAHO FALLS — A local organization is letting you take a literal walk down memory lane next week. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to walk inside a brain, the time is now. Eastern Idaho Public Health will host the MEGA Brain exhibit on Monday in honor of World Brain Day.
Boise expands investment into permanent housing for homeless with New Path 2.0
Earlier this week, the city of Boise announced significant investment into a housing complex expansion named New Path 2.0, as part of continued investment to address homelessness. The expansion will be the second New Path development to provide permanent supportive housing (PSH) in Boise. Permanent supportive housing is defined by its distinction from temporary shelters or transitional housing by providing “stable and permanent housing” along with a variety of services including “mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, employment assistance, and life skills training,” according to...
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