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Rose Lake Beach near Coeur d'Alene River closing site due to high levels of lead found in area
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — The Rose Lake Informal Recreation Area is closing due to high levels of lead found in the area. According to the Idaho Panhandle National Forests (IPNF), they are closing the site located southwest of Rose Lake between Highway 3 right of way and the Coeur d'Alene River.
Wildfire near Plummer causing some evacuations
PLUMMER, Idaho — A wildfire near County Line Road near Plummer, Idaho is causing some evacuations. According to the Benewah County Sheriff's Office, fire crews and law enforcement are on the scene of the fire and are working to perform evacuations as needed. This is a developing story. Check...
Police investigating rape at Boise State campus housing
BOISE, Idaho — Boise State University and the Boise Police Department (BPD), are investigating a rape that happened in the early hours of Saturday, Aug. 31. The university put out a statement that the rape happened at a small party on campus housing. "The victim was at a small...
Feeding Frenzy: Sweet Temptations has the ‘Best New Sweet’ and you need to try it
BLACKFOOT — It’s a Feeding Frenzy at the Eastern Idaho State Fair, and EastIdahoNews.com is here to taste it all!. Over the next week, we’ll be showcasing local vendors serving up delicious food at the fairgrounds. Today, we are stopping by Sweet Temptations. Jolene Secrist, the original...
Central District Board of Health Faces Possible Leadership Change as Member's License Lapses
The Central District Board of Health may need to replace a controversial member under Idaho law. Dr. Ryan Cole was appointed in 2021 to the physician position on the public health district board, which under Idaho law is required to be filled by someone licensed to practice medicine in Idaho. As of June 30, Cole’s physician license has lapsed, the state online professional license database shows.
Celebration of life held for Don Aslett at Museum of Clean
POCATELLO — The Museum of Clean bid farewell to its founder Don Aslett on Friday afternoon during a celebration of life attended by family, friends, former employees and many others whose lives were impacted by the man known as the “Sultan of Shine.” Many stopped next to the statue of Aslett within the museum to view a collection of old photos depicting the proverbial “Dean of Clean” during the many years of his life. In one corner was an old photo of him and the...
Sow grizzly trapped and relocated in Island Park area
After consultation with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) relocated a 5-year-old female grizzly bear on Aug. 21, 2024. Wildlife Services began trapping southeast of Henry’s Lake in an area that has experienced several confirmed cattle depredations due to grizzly bears over the past several weeks. A 257-pound female grizzly was captured on the night of Aug. 20 while visiting the site. Given the presence of other bears at the kill site, and having no...
Splash Dance for Dogs 2024 canceled due to updates at Aquatic Complex
The ever-popular Splash Dance for Dogs has been canceled due to updates happening at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex. Immediately following the end of swimming season contractors began resurfacing the lazy river, prepping to cut and repair exterior floor drains throughout the facility, and removing the bridge to prepare for a new one. For the safety of everyone we have made the decision to cancel Splash Dance in 2024. We are disappointed to cancel the event for our furry friends, but this maintenance will prepare...
Artist hopes paintings and conversations can help destigmatize mental health
Artist Michael Norsk uses painting to help manage his mental health. Now, he’s hoping his experience and art can create support for others with similar struggles. Repetitive acrylic dots and strokes fill the canvas of Norsk’s paintings. He’s originally from Denmark and moved to Boise about seven years ago. He describes one of his paintings with a black background and gold and silver coming through.
(Video) – Braves Football hosts the Shelley Russets
The Wyoming high school football season is here! For the Star Valley Braves that means breaking in some new facilities while hosting perennial Idaho power Shelley to kick off the 2024 campaign. This Week Zero match up is the third straight season in which the Braves and Russets have met with Star Valley winning the last two.
High school games are being changed due to unhealthy air conditions
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Area fires have brought on a plethora of smoke resulting in unhealthy air quality. KMVT has reached out to schools for any information about delayed or cancelled games. Updates will continue as soon as more information is given. As of now:. Friday’s Minico away...
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