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Boise High School student dies in car accident
BOISE, Idaho — Boise High School student, Zuleyka Angulo has died in a car accident. According to Principal Deborah Watts, the student died yesterday, July 19, and the family has asked for privacy at this time. "We realize that this is difficult information to process and we are heart-broken...
State of Idaho argues against pro-Palestinian protesters
BOISE — A protest, deemed the “People’s Liberated University,” has been taking place on the lawn in front of the old Ada County Courthouse since the start of May. While not made up exclusively of students, it was originally tied to student activism that has been taking place throughout the United States in response to the Israel-Hamas war. The protest in Boise, which has predominantly been held adjacent to the Idaho State Capitol, was in response to Israel’s invasion of the Palestinian territories following Hamas’...
Idaho’s Coolest Rodeo is in Nampa [photos]
It is July in the Gem State, which means summer vacations, triple-digit temperatures, and rodeos. Whether you're a native of the West or new to our area, rodeos are everywhere within the Mountain West. In a world of digital this and TikTok, it's inspiring to see so many young and old Idahoans championing the Western lifestyle.
What a co-moo-nity, Elmore County FFA fundraiser steer raises $88,500 and the number is growing
ELMORE COUNTY, Idaho — In a country that can, at sometimes, seem at odds with itself, the community of Elmore County rallied together, buying and donating a steer back and forth over 5 times. Bringing in $88,500 and the number is still growing. An Elmore County FFA fundraiser today...
Famous Funny Fox Star Coming To Nampa
It's always welcomed news when a major entertainer visits Idaho. Usually, the Gem State is a place where the big stars catch up with friends, go on a hike, or get in a boat—in other words, relax and unwind. However, in just over two months, the city of Nampa will host one of Fox Television's biggest stars.
Win Your Way to Willie at Outlaw Music Festival
107.1 HANK FM is hooking you up with tickets to Outlaw Music Festival at the Ford Idaho Center Wednesday August 7th. To win, just Crank The HANK weekday mornings between 7:30 and 8:00am. Mary will give you a chance to score HANK’s passes and win your way to Willie.
BLM Expands Aircraft Capabilities in Mountain Home to Fight Wildland Fire
BOISE, Idaho–The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Boise District will begin construction on the Mountain Home Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) Base at the Mountain Home Municipal Airport on July 21, 2024. The new base will expand aircraft availability to respond more quickly to fight wildland fires in southwestern Idaho and the surrounding area.
Here’s what Highland High School could look like in a few years
POCATELLO — Work is moving forward on plans to rebuild parts of Highland High School damaged by a large fire last year. The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee is still in the planning and development phase to rebuild the half the school that was destroyed in last April’s fire. Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 anticipates by December or January, it will be ready to put the $64 million construction project out to bid, and estimates the rebuild will be complete in 2027.
Kendrick presents at the Association of Collegiate Educators in Radiologic Technology
Leslie Kendrick, associate professor and chair of the Department of Radiologic Sciences and program director of the Imaging Sciences program, and John Lampignano, faculty emeritus of the Department of Radiologic Sciences, presented “A Systematic Approach to Cranial and Facial Bone Critique” at the Annual Conference for the Association of Collegiate Educators in Radiologic Technology.
Boise's hockey legend John MacMillan honored with namesake tournament
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — This weekend at Ice World, "200 X 85"—a company dedicated to hosting youth and adult hockey programs—is organizing a tournament named after a local legend with a storied hockey career, John MacMillan, also known as "Johnny Mac." John MacMillan, an 88-year-old hockey veteran,...
Former Colorado head coach Dan Hawkins joins son Cody’s staff at Idaho State
With his second season at Idaho State’s helm coming up, former Colorado football quarterback Cody Hawkins has added his father, Dan, to his coaching staff. Idaho State announced Wednesday that Dan Hawkins, who coached his son while leading the Buffs from 2006-10, will join the Bengals’ staff as their director of player and staff development. The elder Hawkins will mentor players and staff members while helping with game-planning and recruitment. “My father has been a fantastic role model and my greatest mentor for as long as I can remember,” Cody Hawkins said in a press release. “He is a reflection of the...
Preseason College Football Playoff predictions, teams to watch in 2024
Projecting this season's 12 playoff teams and a few more who could be serious threats. The battle for College Football Playoff supremacy in the first year of expansion begins as the 2024 season kicks off with a slew of opening-weekend showdowns. Will the SEC and Big Ten dominate the field or can the Big 12 and ACC flex elite play at the top and push others out of the mix?
Idaho’s Huge ‘BAM Jam’ Basketball Tournament Returns in August
It's one of the most anticipated events of the entire summer and now, basketball lovers are going to be enjoying its return at Indian Creek Plaza once again this year!. It's no secret that there are a ton of things to do in the Treasure Valley over the summer months and frankly, it doesn't matter what you're into: there's something for you!
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