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Where’s western Wyoming’s smokey skies coming from?
Smokey skies are blanketing much of western Wyoming, and it’s unlikely to let up. Starting about a week ago, western Wyoming's skies have been smokey. Local meteorologist Alan Smith said it’s mostly from wildfires in Oregon and Idaho. The largest Oregon fire is the Cow Valley fire in the eastern part of the state at 133,408 acres and 20 percent contained. One of the larger Idaho fires is the Bench Lake Incident fire that’s northeast of Boise and has burned 1,850 acres and is three percent contained.
9,180 Idaho students receive grants to seek in-demand careers from Idaho Launch
Gov. Brad Little announced 9,180 Idaho students will receive grants through the Idaho Launch workforce training program, according to a press release Tuesday. “Idaho is taking extraordinary steps to prepare our young people for a lifetime of prosperity,” Little stated in the release. “This initiative, alongside our historic investments in educating Idaho students from kindergarten to career, is a clear example of the incredible things we can achieve when we put the needs of Idahoans first.” ...
Roaring Springs is Open for the Summer and You Can Win Tickets Now
With the intense heat we’ve been dealing with in Idaho for the last few weeks, you have probably been looking for a reprieve. This is the answer to your needs: Roaring Springs with free tickets and a possibility at passes to Wahooz too so you can enjoy the cool air conditioning!
Two Suspects Arrested in Connection With Overdose Deaths in North Idaho
HAUSER LAKE – On Wednesday, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) responded to two separate overdose incidents that resulted in the deaths of two young men. At approximately 7:19 AM, deputies were dispatched to the 1800 block of W. Lake Street in Hauser Lake, Idaho, where a 20-year-old male was found deceased from a likely Fentanyl overdose. About three hours later, KCSO units responded to the 1700 block of Cecil Road, where a 24-year-old male was also found deceased, suspected of a Fentanyl overdose.
Institute of Rural Health Awarded $402,996 to Host Service Events
The Institute of Rural Health (IRH) has received a grant of $402,996 from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The grant will expand the IRH’s presence throughout Idaho where it has provided services to improve the health of communities through research, education, and service since 1989.
Idaho Republicans Share Space with President Trump in Milwaukee
The Idaho delegation is seated just below President Trump’s box. They saw him when he arrived on day one, bandaged ear and all. Maria Nate is an Idaho delegate. She told Newsradio 96.1 FM and 1310 KLIX that her impression is that Trump is a changed man. Humbled, and aware he’s still standing by the grace of our Lord.
Idaho's delegates feel safe amid heightened security at RNC, approve of Trump VP pick
BOISE, Idaho — This article originally appeared in the Idaho Press. Delegates from around the country are gathered in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention, including the 32 members of Idaho’s delegation. The event kicked off Monday, two days after the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump...
'Juliana will not be forgotten': Idaho-based pilot dies in crash fighting Montana wildfire
A pilot working for an Idaho-based company died in a crash last week while fighting a wildfire in Montana. Juliana Turchetti, 45, was a pilot for Dauntless Air, a company contracting with the Idaho Department of Lands and on loan to the U.S. Forest Service. “The department and the wildland fire community was dealt a heavy blow last Wednesday,” Idaho Department of Lands Director Dustin Miller said Tuesday at a...
2 Bathrooms at Idaho State Park Destroyed by Vandals
The vandals caused extensive and expensive damage to the 2 bathrooms. The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation shared on social media that ‘toilets, mirrors, sinks, and urinals were destroyed.’. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Gooding County Sheriff. Comments on the social media post call the...
Meyer to stand trial in arson case
SANDPOINT — After a delay prompted by a refusal to appear on video, Jennifer Suzanne Meyer was ordered to stand trial on arson charges connected to a fire that destroyed the Army Surplus on July 4. Once the arraignment hearing resumed at the Bonner County Courthouse, Meyer again was...
Lori Barber Appointed the Second President of the College of Eastern Idaho
Lori Barber has been named the second president of the College of Eastern Idaho. She will assume her presidency on August 1. The College of Eastern Idaho is a community college located in Idaho Falls. The school enrolls over 2,300 students, 60 percent of whom are women. For the past...
Waterfalls & Wine Tour New Addition to Visit Bellevue's Activities Lineup
Visit Bellevue has launched a new visitor experience program, the Waterfalls & Wine Tour. The five-hour tour is available on weekends through October, offering guests a short hike to Twin Falls and Snoqualmie Falls, a lunch in North Bend at South Fork Restaurant, and a wine tasting at Chateau NoElle Vineyards & Winery, a boutique winery in Snoqualmie that’s located in the Puget Sound American Viticultural Area. Tours are $169 per person, with pick-up at 10 a.m. and drop-off at 3 p.m., with pick-ups and drop-offs from Bellevue hotels and the Meydenbauer Convention Center.
DLC Lawn Solutions LLC held A Combined Fruitland and Payette Chamber Of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
Lawn Solutions is a veteran owned and operated company that is professional, reliable and offers outstanding lawn care. They extend beyond Ontario, Payette and Fruitland. You can call them at (541) 216-3920. For more information about the Fruitland Chamber Of Commerce, please call (208) 230-7161. For more information about the...
Boise Farmers Market to close early again on Saturday
BOISE, Idaho — The Boise Farmers Market will again close early on Saturday, July 20, as triple-digit temperatures are expected to carry into the weekend. Last weekend, the market closed early for the same reason. According to organizers, like last weekend, the new limited hours will be 9 a.m....
Historical Boise swimming pools are getting a makeover
BOISE, Idaho — Two of the oldest facilities within the Boise Park and Recreation program are getting a much-needed makeover. Lowell and South Pool were both constructed in 1953 and have been up and running since. The city said that both pools are not compliant with various codes and...
Idaho State Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash on US12 east of Kooskia
KOOSKIA– The Idaho State Police are investigating a single motorcycle fatality crash that occurred at approximately 10:35 a.m. on July 17, on US12 at milepost 134.5, near the Eagle Mountain Trailhead in Idaho County. A 65-year-old male from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada was traveling westbound on US12 on a...
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