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Big Retailer With 37 Locations in Idaho is Planning Significant Closures
Last summer, a popular retail chain with 37 locations in Idaho said that they planned to close about 150 stores by the end of August 2024. August 2024 is here and the outlook for that retailer is a little bit bleaker than initially anticipated. UPDATE: Since our original publish date,...
Avista Seeks Rate Adjustment Approval That Would Rebate $6.6 Million to Idaho Customers
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is accepting comments on Avista Utilities’ power cost adjustment application for the electric service it offers. According to the commission, the cost adjustment is used to track changes in revenues and costs associated with variations in hydroelectric generation, secondary prices, thermal fuel costs and changes in power contract revenues and expenses.
USDA Awards $2 Million to Idaho Through Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, Including Major Grant to University of Idaho
BOISE - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that Idaho will receive more than $2.2 million in Fiscal Year 2024 through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The funding, provided by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops within the state. Administered by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), these grants will support 17 projects across the state, each designed to foster innovation, improve marketing, and strengthen the state’s specialty crop industries.
Idaho Burns and the Environmentalists Fiddle
The federal government needs to get the hell out of Idaho! The fires currently wiping out our forests and history could’ve been minimized by some simple logic. Instead, policy is being made by tree-spiking, granola-chomping, and hemp skirt-wearing kooks like Tracy Stone-Manning at the Bureau of Land Management. Our forests won’t survive another four years of liberal madness.
Chronic wasting disease detected in north Idaho, local officials continue monitoring efforts
A dead deer in north Idaho was confirmed to be sick with chronic wasting disease, according to a press release from Idaho Fish and Game last week. The always-fatal disease is contagious to other animals and has no cure. The positive test is the first known case in north Idaho. The first known case of the disease in the entire state was in 2021. While cases are now only confirmed...
Idaho Man Goes Viral For Switching To Tesla For Farming
Tesla Cybertrucks in Idaho... you either hate them... or probably hate them. Despite boasting a variety of "futuristic qualities", one could argue that the Tesla Cybertruck is among the most hated in the entire Gem State. Now, an Idaho man has drawn national attention and sparked controversy with his decision...
Idaho’s Midget Wrestling Obsession Proves Size Doesn’t Matter
Summertime in the Treasure Valley often means that there are a ton of events going on. Whether it's a concert, a food festival or a community resource event--these are drawing crowds pretty regularly each week while the weather is warm and sunny. One very unique and 'niche' tour is headed...
Prep football preview: Blackfoot looking to rebound from 0-9 season behind physicality
BLACKFOOT — The Blackfoot Broncos are coming off a winless season. The 0-9 record resulted in the replacement of four-year head coach Jerrod Ackley. Blackfoot High School reached into the Magic Valley for a replacement, hiring former Declo High School head coach Josh Stewart. Stewart, who grew up in...
Eastern Idaho State Fair welcoming exhibitors
BLACKFOOT — The Exhibitor Handbook for the 2024 Eastern Idaho State Fair is now accessible exclusively online for your convenience. It contains all the rules, entry forms and requirements for entering livestock, home arts or special competitions. The link to the 2024 Exhibitor Handbook is www.funatthefair.com/exhibitors-and-competitors.
UTV crash leaves one dead, one injured near Pocatello Regional Airport
POCATELLO — Idaho State Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred at 5:28 p.m. on August 24, 2024, at approximately 1800 Government Road near Pocatello Regional Airport. A 48-year-old male from Pocatello, Idaho, was driving northbound on Government Road in a yellow 2016 Yamaha Razor. The Razor left the roadway and rolled. The driver of the razor succumbed to his injuries at the scene. His passenger, a 51-year-old male from Pocatello, Idaho, sustained serious injuries and was transported by ground ambulance to a local area hospital. The driver and the passenger were not wearing helmets or seatbelts. Power County Sheriff, Pocatello Police Department, Bannock County EMS and Power County EMS assisted at the scene. The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.
Lines stretch long as community members wait to get a taste of Greek food
POCATELLO — Despite long lines and a full church courtyard year after year, Father Constantine Zozos always “prays” that people will attend the annual greek festival. The Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Pocatello hosted its yearly Greek Fest on Saturday, which saw thousands of people waiting in line. Once in the courtyard, the hungry crowds had access to an expansive menu of Greek food to purchase.
Teenager involved in crash on US 26 dies at hospital
RIRIE — A juvenile involved in a serious crash on US Highway 26 near Ririe has died at the hospital due to her injuries. The crash happened on Thursday around 2:30 p.m. Idaho State Police say the teenager was driving eastbound in a 2016 Dodge Dart when she hit the rear end of a semi-truck being driven by a 67-year-old man from Idaho Falls.
Boise schools adjust to new parental consent law in Idaho for student health services
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — A new law in Idaho has taken effect that requires parental consent before any non-life-threatening medical services can be provided to minors. The Boise School District has detailed instructions to school staff on how to ensure they stay within the confines of that new law.
Popular National TV Show Caught Filming Episode In Boise Business
There is nothing better than seeing Boise getting shoutouts whether be on TV or on TikTok and we’ve certainly been getting a lot of attention recently. From Boise having a contestant on Big Brother this summer to all of the Idaho Tik Toks going viral it’s cool to watch our city have such a big impact. HGTV even named it the second best place to live in the entire country! Boise is certainly growing and other people have noticed it as well including television producers.
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