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Nampa emphasizes conservative, calculated spending in 2025 budget proposal
NAMPA — The city of a growing 120,000 population is in the process of setting its budget for the 2025 fiscal year. At a budget presentation last week, city of Nampa employees painted its intricate budget in broad strokes, addressing highlights. “Stewardship is a very important core value in our city,” Mayor Debbie Kling said at the budget presentation. ...
Firework anxiety: What to do if your pet runs away from home
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The crackling sound of fireworks can be nostalgic for many people, but it can also be very frightening for pets. The Snake River Animal Shelter wanted to help animals with firework anxiety by hosting its first ever Fourth of July "Cuddle Buddy" event this year. This temporarily puts them in foster
New Challis water tank under construction
Construction of the new water reservoir for the city of Challis started earlier than expected and is going well, Mayor Corey Rice reported at the June 11 City Council meeting. “They poured two walls of the new reservoir today,” Rice said. “They weren’t even going to start until August and it is rolling.”
Opal festival comes back to Spencer for third year
DUBOIS — The Mormon cricket outbreak around here has mostly subsided. On June 28 it was reported that the crickets were crawling on the Red Road that goes from Kilgore in Clark County to St. Anthony in Fremont County.
Fireworks spark house fire in Hayden
HAYDEN LAKE, Idaho — The Northern Lakes Fire Department responded to a call about a house fire on Thursday, July 4. Fire crews say that an illegal aerial firework that was launched in front of the house was the cause of the fire. No one was in the home...
Sun Valley rocking out to Baldy Bluebird Music Festival
BOISE, Idaho — The Fourth of July, a holiday celebrated from coast to coast. While some celebrate with BBQ's and fireworks, some celebrate another way, music. Sun Valley Resort announced their first "Baldy Bluebird Music Festival," taking place Thursday and Friday. Presented by RJK Entertainment, music meets the great outdoors at this festival, a press release said.
Hayden man receives probation for holding hunting knife to maintenance worker’s neck
HAYDEN, Idaho – A Hayden man found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon received probation in court last month. According to the Kootenai County Prosecutor’s Office, the man threatened a maintenance worker at his apartment by putting a knife to his neck during a scheduled smoke damage inspection.
Firecracker Festival returns with record-setting softball teams
FILER, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Firecracker Festival has returned and is a true extravaganza at the Idaho Central Legacy Fields. Over 50 softball teams from Idaho, Utah, and Montana are in town for the Firecracker Tournament over the weekend. Along with the softball action, it’s also a fun time...
Volunteers come together to 'Conquer Hunger' this summer for kids in Caldwell
Over 100 volunteers from the Caldwell community came together to prepare 'pantry packs' for hungry kids in Caldwell this summer. The program gives meals to kids that rely on schools to stay well-fed.
3 injured after UTV crash in remote Payette County
PAYETTE, Idaho — Three people were rescued early Friday morning after they were injured in a UTV accident in remote Payette County. The Payette County Sheriff's Office said on Friday, officials received a report at 10:30 p.m. on July 4 that three people were involved in a UTV wreck near Dry Creek Road and Little Willow Road. The crash happened after the driver attempted to go up a steep hill and crashed.
Kevin Miller Honored at God & Country Festival in Nampa
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Couple gets engaged seconds after riding in the East Idaho News Chopper – and we surprise them for Feel Good Friday
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ... EastIdahoNews.com is partnering with Ashley and Ashley Outlet of Idaho Falls to honor people in our community for Feel Good Friday. Every week, we surprise someone deserving of special recognition. Many of you rode on the East Idaho News Chopper this 4th of...
7 Events To Enjoy This Weekend After the 4th of July in the Magic Valley
The weekend got an early start on Thursday with the Fourth of July falling near the end of the week this year, but despite the holiday having passed, there is still plenty to do this weekend. You can spend the weekend resting and recovering from the holiday festivities, or you can get out and have some more fun and keep the party going. Don't let the end of Independence Day ruin your fun, enjoy one or multiple of these events this weekend in the Magic Valley.
Callous Idiots with Fireworks Burn Idaho Business
Morons disregard the warnings. A military surplus store burned overnight in Sandpoint. The owner, Cornel Rasor, posted pictures on his Facebook account, explaining his business was a total loss. Rasor is a Republican Party activist and somewhat of an institution in the panhandle. Imagine celebrating a joyous Independence Day, and...
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