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Oregon DMV warns of phishing scam targeting drivers via unsolicited messages
The Oregon DMV has warned against a phishing scam targeting customers with unsolicited phone calls, texts, and emails, and advises anyone receiving such messages to hang up or delete them and report the incident to the DMV.
Firefighters Respond to Grass Fire in Boise Foothills (ID) That Left Thousands Without Power
A blown transformer caused a half-acre grass fire and left thousands temporarily without power, according to the Boise Fire Department. Firefighters responded to the 3000 block of East Starview Drive about 8 p.m. Monday after a power line transformer blew, according to Boise Fire spokesperson Lynsey Amundson and Pulsepoint, an app that allows users to view emergency response information. This site is in Warm Springs Mesa, a neighborhood off Warm Springs Avenue in the Boise Foothills.
Idaho switched government employee health insurers, now lawsuit seeks to void $1.1B contract
For the first time in almost two decades, Idaho switched insurance companies for its government employee health insurance plan. Idaho contract officials used a new contracting process that lets bidding companies and the state negotiate after bids are submitted. But after losing the contract to Regence BlueShield of Idaho, the former insurer, Blue Cross of […] The post Idaho switched government employee health insurers, now lawsuit seeks to void $1.1B contract appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Power gets shut off in Huntington as Durkee Fire causes concern
ONTARIO, Ore. — People in Huntington, Oregon are without electricity as the Durkee Fire creeps closer to the city. The Idaho Power website says this is currently affecting about 540 customers. A majority of those affected were hit in the morning. On Tuesday, Idaho Power said they de-energized the...
Hermiston man jailed for attempted murder
HERMISTON – A Hermiston transient is in Umatilla County Jail after he allegedly stabbed another transient several times Thursday, July 18. Shane Springer, 35, is charged with second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault, attempted unlawful use of a weapon, and a parole violation. All of the charges against him are felonies.
Three new fires reported north of Durkee after lightning storm
At least three new fires, likely started by lightning from a thunderstorm, have been reported north of Interstate 84 in eastern Baker County, according to the BLM Vale District dispatch center. Fires are reported near Plano Road north of the Ash Grove Cement plant, in the Timber Canyon area southwest of Richland, and east of Little Lookout Mountain. The fire nearest the freeway, the Crandall ...
Irrigon Watermelon Festival ignites 40th year with fireworks
IRRIGON — The Irrigon Watermelon Festival will blast into its 40th year with a massive fireworks show on Saturday, July 27. Charlene Cooley said the committee approached the Morrow County Unified Recreation District two years ago to request funding. The district, she said, provided $30,000. “They sponsor our entertainment...
Wildfire smoke prompts red/unhealthy air quality warning
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued a red/unhealthy air quality advisory for Tuesday and Wednesday because of continued and worsening wildfire smoke in the Treasure Valley. The IDEQ listed the air quality index at 151 on Tuesday morning; an AQI between 151 and 200 is considered unhealthy. “Some members of the general public may experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects,” airnow.gov said. ...
Salem woman gets 9 years for mail theft spree, identity fraud in Oregon
DALLAS, Ore. (KATU) — A woman was sentenced to nine years in prison for mail theft and related charges, according to a press release from the Polk County District Attorney's Office. Officials say Michelle Nadine Ray, 47, pleaded guilty to 153 counts of mail theft and related charges including...
Man charged with throwing 11 electric scooters in Idaho river
IDAHO FALLS — A 33-year-old man was charged with throwing 11 electric scooters into Idaho's Snake River. Nathan Frost, of Idaho Falls, was charged with felony malicious injury to property and misdemeanor resisting or obstructing officers. According to court documents, on July 14, Idaho Falls police officers were dispatched...
Texas Fire in North Idaho is now 60% contained, officials say
Crews fighting the Texas Fire burning east of Kendrick in Latah County report that the fire is 60% contained, making “significant progress” securing the fireline, fire officials said. Almost 200 firefighters were fighting the human-caused fire in North Idaho that has shrunk to 1,565 acres with more accurate mapping, according to a news release Monday […] The post Texas Fire in North Idaho is now 60% contained, officials say appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Boneyard Fire near Monument grows to nearly 19,000 acres
MONUMENT, Ore. – Erratic winds and thunderstorms increased fire behavior late Monday afternoon and overnight on the fire. The fire spotted across the line in the southeast area of the fire. Firefighters were able to complete line around approximately 50% of the spot which is estimated at 200 acres. Today firefighters will focus on securing the line constructed overnight and work to complete the remaining fireline.
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