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Materials and Fuels Complex leading the way for America’s advanced nuclear energy fleet
IDAHO FALLS — The iconic silver Experimental Breeder Reactor-II dome at the Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) at Idaho National Laboratory is a bridge to both the past and future of nuclear energy. “Building reactors, testing reactors, that’s the heart of what INL did for many, many years,” MFC...
Senior Center mortgage paid off!
The Weiser Activity Center for Seniors, through generous community donations, was able to pay off its $197,000 mortgage. From left, board President Karen Hoffer, board Treasurer Linda Smith,and patron Norma Brown who came up with the Evelyn Stover Challenge, which netted the required funds for payoff. Photo by Philip A. Janquart.
Annex principal/superintendent retires; Voile to replace him
Recently retired Annex School Superintendent/Principal Steve Bishop, left, and taking over the position as of July 1, Kim Voile, were photographed together at the school’s June 27 STEAM Camp open house. Bishop held the position for the past 10 years, and Voile has been working on plans for the new school year since being hired in late March. Photo by Philip Janquart.
Innovia Foundation Celebrates Music and Community at Grangeville Summer Concert Series
SPOKANE – Music has a unique ability to bridge divides, create social connections and promote understanding among people from all walks of life. This year, in recognition of its 50th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating Community,” Innovia Foundation is investing in free and low-cost events and opportunities that bring people together. As part of this investment, Innovia is proud to sponsor the Grangeville Summer Concert Series, an annual celebration that gathers residents around the shared power of music.
Preston to hold Napoleon Dynamite Festival July 26 and 27 | News
PRESTON–The Preston Area Chamber of Commerce and other participating organizations are holding a 20th anniversary celebrating Napoleon Dynamite being filmed in their city. The cult classic movie has brought thousands of visitors from all over the world. The festival will be held on July 26 and 27 and will...
Religious symbols will be allowed in Coeur d'Alene parade
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber on Monday reversed a new policy that banned religious symbols from its Fourth of July parade. “The original policy was not meant to isolate individuals or be considered an anti-religious policy,” wrote Linda Coppess, chamber president and CEO in response to questions from The Press.
Weiser City Council: June 10, 2024
Weiser City Council, June 10, 2024 Roll Call Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Commission Reports Committee Reports Department Reports Minutes- Action Item Bills- Action Item UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. NEW BUSINESS 1. Blue Cross Presentation 2. Introduce New Attorney 3. Assign Resolution #690 to Surplus Vehicles Motion with Additional Vehicles. -Action Items 4. Historical Preservation Committee Rezone Request- Action Item 5. Adjournment- Action Item.
Elks Donate to Love INC Coats for Kids Ministry
Four years ago, I committed to running the Love INC winter coat ministry through St. Agnes Catholic Church. With my husband, John, and a small group of faithful and hardworking volunteers from various churches, we have been collecting and distributing coats ever since. The Weiser community is very generous in donating coats, mostly used but sometimes new.
Rexburg celebrates 4th of July with annual Independence Day Parade
Thursday, Rexburg celebrates the 4th of July with its annual Independence Day Parade. The festivities are on Thursday from 10 a.m. - noon. There will be candy, floats, performers and other activities throughout the day. The parade will begin its course near Madison Junior High School and end at the...
Boise sees uptick in vehicles getting towed due to chip sealing
BOISE, Idaho — Chip sealing occurs in Ada County from early June to late August. The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) is seeing more vehicles getting towed in 2024, but the agency said it was expected to happen. ACHD Maintenance Manager Lloyd Carnegie said 80-90 vehicles are typically towed...
Mayor Hibberd interviewed on BSU radio for community work
Blue Cross Foundation’s Courtney Frost and Tawsha Box of Reynolds and Myers, filled the Weiser City Council in on why Weiser stood out in the application process for an $85,000 grant it received. Photo by Sarah Imada.
Idahoans React to Obnoxious Neighborhood Fireworks Shows
Did you get any sleep last night? If you live in Idaho, the chances are you didn't get a whole lot of sleep. The reason our night and our upcoming nights of discontent will continue is that Idahoans love their fireworks. Never mind that firing off aerial fireworks are illegal, the nights of loud sounds and excessive lights will continue.
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