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IDHW: Residents, pet Owners Should be Wary of Algae Blooms During Water Recreation
With summer officially here, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is reminding Idahoans to be safe and protect pets when recreating in and around water because of harmful algal blooms. Cyanobacteria, which are naturally occurring aquatic organisms, can produce toxins that affect human health and the environment under certain...
“Celebrate responsibly this Independence Day”
Aaa of Idaho projects that nearly 71 million americans, including 400,000 idahoans are traveling this week for the holiday. Which means, there has been a massive increase of travelers on Idaho roads this independence day during the time known as the 100 deadliest days on Idaho roads.
No budget surplus expected as Idaho begins new fiscal year
After state budget projections missed the mark by more than $120 million in May, budget officials were not expecting the state of Idaho to end its fiscal year on Sunday with a budget surplus — a departure from record surpluses in recent years. Idaho runs on a fiscal year calendar that begins July 1 and ends June 30. Fiscal year 2024 just ended, and fiscal year 2025 is just beginning. ...
Scorching 5-Day Heatwave Forecasted For Twin Falls ID
The Fourth of July holiday came and went and the temperatures in southern Idaho remained relatively nice as highs reached the upper eighties for the region on Thursday. That's about to change in the form of a five-day heatwave that will blanket the Magic Valley beginning Monday (July 8). "The...
AAA: July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
BOISE – July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and AAA is sharing ways to reduce the likelihood that your car will be a target. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a vehicle is stolen in the United States every 31 seconds. That’s more than a million cars stolen last year, with more than $8 billion in losses. Unfortunately, just over half of these cars are ever recovered.
Boise Police crack down on illegal parking and electricity theft near Barber Park
Boise, ID (CBS2) — Boise Police are reminding those who float the Boise River to park in designated areas and be respectful of those living in neighborhoods around Barber Park. Boise Police say they are issuing citations to drivers who are parked in no-parking areas and will start towing...
UPDATE: Twin Falls Police seeking identification of Fawnbrook Apartment suspects
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Twin Falls Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in identifying both a male and female that left the scene of a shooting that occurred on July 3, 2024, at 7:22 p.m. The shooting occurred in the parking complex of the Fawnbrook Apartments, which led to the death of 35-year-old Miguel Lawrence Garza.
Idaho Falls Fire responds to 100 calls including 12 fireworks-related fires
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ... The following is information and a photo from the Idaho Falls Fire Department. The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to 100 calls for service between 8 a.m. July 3 and 8 a.m. July 5, including medical emergencies, fires, vehicle accidents, and other call types. During this time, IFFD responded to 12 fires attributed to personal fireworks.
GALLERY: Lewiston Boot Race 2024 | Local News
All winners in this event received gift cards from IFA, the sponsor of the event. Photos by Lorene Hale / For additional information about Lorene’s work (or inquiries about purchasing her photos) email her at 307lorene@gmail.com. Photo Gallery sponsored by The Logo Shop, your source for teams, businesses and...
Montpelier Community Foundation raising funds for Butch Cassidy bench
MONTPELIER — The Montpelier Community Foundation is raising funds to bring an original Butch Cassidy bronze bench to Montpelier. Steve Allred, President of the Montpelier Community Foundation, said the bench will be placed in the new Heritage Park near the Butch Cassidy Bank Robbery Museum. The bench was sculpted by Montpelier native Gary Lee Price. "He's well known worldwide," he said. "When we contacted him to see what we could...
Pocatello Senior Activity Center awarded $145K as part of Lowe's 2024 Hometown's Community Impact Program
POCATELLO — The Senior Activity Center has been awarded $145,000 as part of the Lowe’s 2024 Hometown’s Community Impact Program. According to a news release from the Senior Center, the program is a 5 year, $100 million commitment to help renovate community spaces all across the country. It was originally launched in 2022. Since it was first launched, the Hometown’s Community Impact Program has renovated 149 community centers and affordable...
Boise's 4th of July parade: floats, folks, and a whole lot of fun
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Boise's 4th of July parade was packed as hundreds of people came to watch dozens of floats snake through downtown. Nate Hamilton and his family are new to Boise and said they loved seeing the unity at the parade. Nate said, "We just moved from South Carolina a few months ago and it's our first time, and it's a good reminder of why our country was founded and why we fight for our freedom."
Ballot breakdown: Tust's preseason All-Mountain West offensive picks
BOISE, Idaho — KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust voted in the Mountain West Preseason Media Poll for the 13th consecutive season this week. Here is a look at his offensive ballot, which includes his picks for all-conference quarterback (1), running back (2), wide receiver (3), tight end (1) and offensive line (5).
From dispatching to civil work, Shirley Featherstone has served Bingham County for 30 years
Thirty years ago, Shirley Featherstone began working for Bingham County as a dispatcher in the 911 center and now she oversees dispatching all county and court legal documents to keep the county running smoothly. It all began when she followed her mother, Dispatcher Kathy Byrd, to work. As a teenager, she was intrigued and felt the 911 center “draw her in.” She wanted to learn everything about it. She began...
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