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Federal Report Reveals 42 Child Deaths at Two Federally-Funded Native American Boarding Schools in Idaho, Including Fort Lapwai, with Hundreds More Nationwide
Originally published Aug. 14 on IdahoEdNews.org. Idaho was once home to six federally-funded Native American boarding schools, including two where more than a dozen children died. All together, at least 42 children died at the schools in Fort Hall and Fort Lapwai, according to a federal report released last month.
Accused Idaho Killer Wants Boise Trial
The eventual trial of accused killer Bryan Kohberger took another turn recently with a request by the defense to move the trial out of Latah County. Mr. Kohberger is charged with the murders of four University Idaho students, Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The twenty-eight-year-old is...
After changes & legal threat, Boise council cites ‘show of goodwill’ in decision on Catholic building
The Catholic Diocese of Boise’s proposal for a three-story office building got a new lease on life after some changes. On Tuesday, the Boise City Council unanimously voted to approve the church’s proposal for the 20,000 square-foot office space on the site of the now-demolished Baird’s Dry Cleaners on 8th Street. The building, located across the street from the Cathedral of St. John and St. Joe’s Catholic School, would be for regional church staff and meeting spaces for the roman catholic church and its members.
ACHD to host public hearing on 2025 fiscal year budget Aug. 28
Following an open house that was held at the end of July, the Ada County Highway District’s fiscal year 2025 budget is set to be adopted following a public hearing. The public hearing will be held Wednesday, Aug. 28, in the auditorium of the ACHD headquarters at 3775 Adams St. in Garden City. Those not attending in person can watch and ask questions during the hearing through Zoom. The link for online participation is available on the ACHD website. ...
Thirkill Elementary Welcomes New Staff
Thirkill Elementary School and the Soda Springs School District is excited to welcome Jessica Ineck and Alexa Teuscher to their staff. Thirkill Elementary is excited to have Jessica Ineck (Jessie) as a kindergarten teacher. Jessie has been employed at Thirkill Elementary since 2020 where she was a kindergarten paraprofessional and later the school librarian. While working as a classroom paraprofessional, Jessie realized she wanted to pursue a career in education and enrolled at Western Governor University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education the spring of 2024.
Bryan Kohberger's defense cites Idaho town's 'mob mentality' in bid for venue change
Bryan Kohberger's defense team has filed another motion to have his trial moved from Latah County, citing the "mob mentality" within the county where he allegedly stabbed four University of Idaho coeds to death in their home. According to court documents filed on Monday and reviewed by Fox News Digital,...
Boise Rescue Mission completes renovation for homeless veterans' shelter
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — According to a recent news release, Boise Rescue Mission Ministries' staff and Lowe's Hometowns volunteers will celebrate completing the final touches on the renovation of the Veterans Ministries Program Floor at the River of Life Men's Shelter on Aug. 30. After receiving the Lowe's Hometowns...
Study: Only the most destructive wildfires lead residents to move elsewhere
Increasingly destructive wildfires are a major issue in our region. Whether they lead people to move away is not well understood, but new research offers some insights. The number of structures burned is one of the key metrics used to evaluate a wildfire’s destructiveness, but the vast majority of wildfires destroy none at all. Among those that do, the losses are concentrated among a relatively small number of fires. Researchers looked at two decades of incidents and found that California’s 2018 Camp Fire alone accounted for over 17% of structures – nearly 19,000 – lost during that period.
Atomic Potato Chip Company selected to serve chips to Idaho Governor's Cup
ARCO — The Atomic Potato Chip Company has been selected to serve its potato chips at the Idaho Governor's Cup that will be held in Coeur d'Alene in September. Don Tarner, who owns the Arco-based company with his wife, said they have been in business for three years now and being selected for this event was a great honor. "We were blown away and very excited," he said. "It's very...
Hometown Hero: Caldwell’s Olympian Alyssa Mendoza returns from Paris
CALDWELL — After a history-making turn as the only female Olympic boxer to come from Idaho, a hero’s welcome was in store for Caldwell’s Alyssa Mendoza as she returned home from France. The Middleton High graduate, whose 21st birthday is Saturday, waved to neighbors lining the downtown streets as she sat atop a fire truck during a brief homecoming parade, and tearfully thanked her family and community for their support during a reception at Indian Creek Steakhouse. She was honored by Mayor Jarom Wagoner in...
Local filmmaker to give presentation about latest movie during Thursday event
POCATELLO — Eric Johnston, assistant producer of the recent movie “Escape from Germany,” is coming to Pocatello this week to give a presentation about the various projects he’s worked on. Jim Johnston, Eric’s father, said the presentation will be on Thursday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building at 700 S. 7th Ave. near Caldwell Park. The presentation will be part of the August meeting of the Portneuf Pioneers chapter of the Sons of Utah Pioneers. The meeting is free and open...
Historic Downtown Pocatello weekly update
It’s that time of year again...time to wrap up the summer and head into fall. This week we are celebrating back to school and like it or not, the holiday season is quickly approaching. So, before these warm, sunny days are behind us, come take a walk Downtown! Come do some shopping and enjoy an amazing meal. Your friends and neighbors Downtown would love to see you!
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...
It Was Tree-Hugging Day at Idaho’s State Capitol
My radio audience jokes there are only a few dozen liberals in Idaho. The figure is probably higher, but most fear publicly admitting their predilection. However, hemp skirts and electric cars appear when an opportunity arises to join others in seeking news media attention. That was the case a few days ago when 100 granola chompers gathered in Boise at the State Capitol. The Sierra Club is celebrating its kindred spirits. The organization is endowed by Hollywood celebrities who live in 20,000-square-foot homes. The granny glasses crowd was promoting solar energy.
What to do this week in East Idaho
Wednesday, Aug. 21Revive @ 5 takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays in the summer at Lookout Point in downtown Pocatello. There will be live music, food, cold beverages and fun for the entire family. Load ‘em in the Dark Cattle Company’s regular Wednesday night team roping from 6 to 10 p.m. in the Indoor Arena at the Bannock County Event Center in Pocatello. Admission is free. Kane Brown...
Bryan Kohberger's defense says 'mob mentality' justifies moving Idaho murders trial
Defense attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, argue that a severe "mob mentality" against him within the community is sufficient justification to move the trial out of Latah County, new court documents show. In a filing Monday, the defense countered...
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