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Local farmers continue working towards longterm groundwater management plan as state committee discussions fail
IDAHO FALLS – A state advisory council tasked with coming up with a longterm groundwater management plan is effectively terminated after failing to reach an agreement. That’s what happened during Tuesday’s meeting with the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer Groundwater Management Plan Advisory Council, according to attorney TJ Budge, who represents Idaho Ground Water Appropriators. IGWA is an umbrella organization that encompasses nine groundwater districts affected by a water curtailment order issued by the Idaho Department of Water Resources on May 30.
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...
Stinker Stores Owner Charley Jones Passes Away
Stinker Stores has shared that owner and former CEO Charley Jones passed away from cancer this morning. Founded in 1936, Jones’ Stinker Stores has been a convenience staple of local Idaho communities that has expanded to 106 locations across Idaho, Colorado and Wyoming. Together with Shawn Davis, Jones purchased Stinker Stores from the family of Farris Lind in 2002. In 2012, Jones and his wife Nancy became sole owner and operators of the Stinker brand.
Honoring our Idaho veterans with the utmost respect
The Idaho Veterans Wreaths Program honors our nation's heroes by placing wreaths on their gravesites every December. Mellisa talks to Parker Harger from the Idaho Veterans Network about what this means to the vet community. To learn how you can get involved and support this moving tribute, visit IdahoVeteransWreaths.org.
Idaho Jewish Festival August 29 and September 1
The Idaho Museum of International Diaspora (IMID) presents Idaho’s Jewish Festival to promote awareness, appreciation, and celebration of Jewish culture in Idaho. Thursday, August 29, features “The Past, Present and Future of Ladino Culture” with Nani Vazana at 1:30 p.m. at the Yanke Research Park (220 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Boise). This event is presented in partnership with Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel, Idaho’s Jewish Festival, IMID, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
How increased eviction rates, record-breaking heat and recent Supreme Court legislation are affecting unhoused people in Idaho
Eviction rates are on the rise in the state of Idaho amidst the recent Supreme Court verdict in which the court ruled that unhoused individuals are not protected under the Constitution from violence or “cruel and unusual punishment”. This ruling followed Martin v. Boise where the Supreme Court ruled that ticketing and fining unhoused individuals does not violate the Eighth Amendment, which would protect individuals from cruel and unusual punishment.
Expedia Cruises Announces Signed Agreements in Utah and Idaho
August 21, 2024 // Franchising.com // VANCOUVER - Expedia Cruises announces it has secured two separate single-unit franchise agreements. The first agreement is for Bountiful, Utah - located just north of Salt Lake City - and is expected to open in late 2024, and the second agreement is slated for a mid-2025 opening in Boise, Idaho.
Bill and Sharol Coon honored as 2024 grand marshals of the Eastern Idaho State Fair
Bill and Sharol Coon have been a significant and inspiring presence at the Eastern Idaho State Fair for many years, even decades. Their recent appointment as the 2024 Grand Marshals is a fitting tribute to their years of dedication, hard work, and community service. This honor recognizes their exceptional contributions, particularly in the Sheep and Boer Goat industry, which has benefited countless 4-H youth and fairgoers over the years.
Idaho officials expect elevated wildfire danger to continue through September
Hot, dry weather led to a significant increase in wildfire activity in Idaho this summer, with an elevated risk for wildfire expected to remain in place through September, state officials told Gov. Brad Little on Tuesday. During a meeting of the Idaho State Board of Land Commissioners at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise on Tuesday, Idaho Department of Lands Director Dustin Miller told the board that 400,000 acres of land in Idaho have burned this year. ...
Wildfire in Southern Idaho Could Cost Hundreds of Millions
We’ve been dodging a bullet in south-central Idaho. It’s dry and has been hot. Thankfully, a cooling trend is ahead for the weekend. But you look at all the new housing going up in Twin Falls, and near the Snake River Canyon, and you realize we’re living by the grace of our Lord.
Idaho high school football rankings: State title favorites entering 2024
BOISE, Idaho — Prep football returns to the Gem State this week with a limited schedule of opening contests. Before the action gets underway, reporters evaluated expectations to build preseason rankings for every classification. Coeur d'Alene arrived as the 6A favorite in the first Idaho high school football state...
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