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There will be an indoor farmers market this winter in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — A popular local outdoor farmers market will now be going year-round after announcing there will be an indoor market. The Idaho Falls Farmers Market will be having a “Winter Market” during the months of November to April. “Last year, I kind of came up...
Why Does the Golden Corral Website Say ‘Future Opening’ for Twin Falls
We were all surprised when the Golden Corral in Twin Falls abruptly closed last week. Employees were left with questions and looking for new jobs. Even if you didn’t like the restaurant, the closure was unexpected. Especially so suddenly and without explanation. Could Twin Falls Get a New Golden...
Fort Hall Elementary students greatly boost reading proficiency, outscoring one third of schools in the district
Last year, Fort Hall Elementary was the only elementary school — out of the seven elementary schools in Blackfoot School District 55 — to show reading improvement in every grade level. Further, each grade level at Fort Hall Elementary scored higher than at least two other schools in the district. The third grade showed the greatest improvement by raising their reading proficiency from 20 percent to 57 percent. Other grades showed changes of 14 percent and 17 percent as well. Collectively, they have moved from...
A bridge no more: Village at Meridian again changes course on expansion
Apartments will no longer be part of The Village at Meridian’s expansion. Centercal, the developer of the large regional shopping center, has decided to pivot its initial expansion plans for 549 apartment units on top of 34,547 square feet of retail space. The expansion was called The Bridge, named after a skybridge that would have connected two buildings together.
High school football action kicks off this weekend
Football season starts this week in the Treasure Valley. The high school football season kicks off Friday with 10 local teams participating in nine ‘Week 0’ games. Of those nine games, one involves two local teams with Marsing hosting Cole Valley Christian. Marsing is coming off of its first playoff appearance since 2013 and looking to continue building under new head coach Mike Foristiere, while the visiting Chargers are making...
EHS Golf Teams Aim for State as New Talent and Challenges Arise
The Emmett High School golf teams face significant challenges as they aim for a return to the State tournament. The girls’ team must fill the gap left by four departing seniors, while the boys aim to improve upon last year's performance without standout individual medalists. First-year head coach Drew Long highlights limited squad size for the girls, with only four participants currently, though hopes are high for more recruits as school sessions start. The boys’ team, while short on seniors, brings back several experienced players and emphasizes teamwork for success.
Craig Mountain Firewood Sale Begins August 19
LEWISTON - Idaho Fish and Game is selling firewood permits for the harvest of dead and dying timber on the Craig Mountain WMA. The sale will begin August 19th and will end October 31st. Areas open to harvest include IDFG owned land within 100ft of open roads. One gate will be opened to allow better access (see map below).
This stray named Sprite is our Pet of the Week
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ... Snake River Animal Shelter recently took in a stray dog named Sprite, who is our Pet of the Week. The breed isn’t specified. Romi Weaver, the shelter’s operations manager, describes her as “very scared but very sweet.”. She came to...
Copper Mining Efforts Above Cambridge Idaho
Hercules Metals Corp, CEO & Director Chris Paul and Vice-President Chris Longton, CPG, Share About Their Mining Efforts Above Cambridge, Idaho. Hercules Metals Corp. (TSXV: BIG) (OTCQB: BADEF) (FWB: 8Q7), formerly Hercules Silver Corp., is an exploration Company focused on developing America’s newest porphyry copper belt. The 100% owned...
Bengals hold final scrimmage, will now look to solidify team before opening season at Oregon State
If you’re in a multi-player battle for the starting quarterback position, you want all the help you can get. So Idaho State quarterback Kobe Tracy had no problem picking out the highlight of Saturday’s Bengal intrasquad scrimmage. “Probably Mike Shulikov making all those plays today,” Tracy said of the Bengal outside receiver who leveraged his 6-foot-6-inch frame to make several tough catches in traffic during the scrimmage. “That was the...
Local man giving back through a ‘bigger or better’ challenge
IDAHO FALLS — Eugene Engmann carries a red book with him everywhere he goes. Its pages contain messages about life and happiness from people all over the world. Some of these handwritten messages come from elected officials and thought leaders. Others are from ordinary people. Among them is this advice from 2019 Nobel Prize winner Stan Whittingham: “Make sure that you enjoy life, it’s not all work.”
Toxic algal bloom found on the Snake River for second year in a row
Toxic algae is turning up once again on the Snake River. Water sampling on Aug. 12 revealed a large algal bloom near Granite Point, also known as Granite Rock, on the Snake River. It’s a popular swimming spot roughly 28 miles from Lewiston, Idaho. Public health leaders said it’s been especially busy since college and university students have returned to campus.
CSI volleyball tabbed No. 13 in preseason poll
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The College of Southern Idaho volleyball team will begin the season ranked No. 13 in the country. The NJCAA Division I rankings were announced on Monday, which saw the Golden Eagles ranked No. 13, nine spots below Scenic West Athletic Conference rivals Salt Lake Community College which sits at No. 4.
Repaving Project on Lewiston Levee Trail Set to Begin September 1 for Road and Trail Repairs
WALLA WALLA - Roads at Dent Acres Campground and segments of the Lewiston Levee Trail will undergo surface rehabilitation this fall and will require temporary closures through October 30. Dent Campground has been closed since August 1, while sectional closures of the Lewiston Levee Trail will begin September 1 in...
The Prescription Pad & Happier At Home Both Held A Fruitland Chamber Of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
The Prescription Pad Pharmacy & Compounding Experts and Happier at Home-Southwest ID, both held a Fruitland Chamber Of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. The Prescription Pad (208) 452-7075, is celebrating 10 years, serving the Treasure Valley. Their Mission Statement is:. “As your trusted community pharmacy, we affirm health, wellness, and life through...
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