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Boise Area Fire Teams Prepare For Insane Fireworks Night
Idaho is not perfect, and this week will prove the folly of one of our many state laws. The famous Idaho fireworks law states that you can legally purchase aerial fireworks, but you must pledge not to use them. Fireworks sellers must have individuals sign affidavits that they understand and will not violate state law by firing off their fireworks purchases.
Two adults, two juveniles arrested after state police find 18 pounds of meth in car following traffic stop near Pocatello
POCATELLO — The Idaho State Police removed 18 pounds of methamphetamine with a potential value of $150,000 off of local streets following a traffic stop on Tuesday. The incident unfolded on Interstate 86 near Pocatello when the Idaho State Police Domestic Highway Enforcement team conducted a traffic stop on a white 2015 Hyundai Genesis with a registration that was invalid, state police said in a recent news release. The driver...
New UPS Store in Pocatello to hold grand opening on July 11
POCATELLO — The new UPS location inside the Shaver Pharmacy building on South Fourth Avenue will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 11. Meagan Miller, operator of the store, said the store has been open for about two months now. It is located on the first floor of the building along with the Hallmark. “The compounding pharmacy is still in full swing,” Miller said. “The first...
Multiple agencies respond to structure fire in Payette on Tuesday
BOISE, Idaho — On Tuesday, Payette Fire received a call about a grass fire, that quickly became a fully structure fire. Payette Fire wanted to say thank you to New Plymouth Fire Protection District, Ontario Fire and Rescue, and Fruitland Fire Department for their assistance with the house fire.
Vallivue alum honors friend, highlights mental health through basketball camp
CALDWELL, Idaho — A hot summer morning in the Treasure Valley – the perfect time to get inside and get to work on the hardwood. A new camp at Vallivue High School looks to teach all the fundamentals of basketball – dribbling, passing, shooting form – but what makes it unique is the other skill it brings into focus.
The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: Bold Predictions
The 2023 season gave of us one of the biggest surprises in recent memory. Perennial doormat UNLV emerged from the ashes to knock off some of the Mountain West’s top team on their way to a spot in the conference championship game. Also, Boise State fired their coach, went on a roll, and managed to win the Mountain West championship. It was one of the most improbable conference championship match ups we have ever seen. Will 2024 be another season full of surprises? In this edition of “The Good, the Bad, the Ugly,” we are going to take a shot at some bold predictions for this upcoming season.
Is It Illegal To Shoot Down A Drone in Idaho?
Paranoia is at an all-time high these days and honestly, we get it. You never know who you can trust and shoot, throw in the fact that we're in an election year... it feels like we all have to watch our backs these days. Don't let your paranoia get you...
Growing Idaho: Education leaders see issues with state funding distribution
BOISE, Idaho — Enrollment is dropping at public schools in Idaho. Some say they’re being funded like they should. We talked to the State Superintendent about that and a possible change that could be on the way. Debbie Critchfield, Idaho's Superintendent of Public Instruction, said district leaders have...
‘I feel like a train hit me.’ Local man shares miraculous story of survival after being hit by lightning
MACKAY — Jacob Behling doesn’t remember a thing. All he knows is it was Wednesday evening, June 26, and he had been off work for a few hours. The 21-year-old Rigby man is a crusher who works near mines in Mackay and stays in a camper during the week. Around ten other guys work with him and some had gathered to have dinner.
4-H Feature: Kael Cook
Kael Cook is the 17-year-old son of Jeremy and Kimberly Cook of Rigby. He will be a senior at Rigby High School next year. Kael is part of the Lewisville Yokels 4-H club led by Nate Burt. Kael raises swine for his project, and his favorite part is reaping the...
Boise homeless shelters respond to Supreme Court decision allowing public sleeping ban
In 2018, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the city of Boise and said it couldn’t ban camping or sleeping on public property in the judicial district. Grants Pass, Oregon appealed the case to the Supreme Court who in a 6-3 ruling decided in favor of the city to ban the use of blankets and pillows while sleeping outside.
Star Valley Health is hiring for multiple positions
ALPINE, Wyo. — Star Valley Health (SVH) is looking to grow its staff, hiring for multiple positions in both Alpine and Afton. Nestled in the breathtaking beauty of Wyoming, SVH offers more than just a job – it’s a lifestyle. Embrace an unmatched work-life balance living in a serene mountain town while making a meaningful impact in the community. At SVH, job applicants will find professional growth opportunities that elevate careers while allowing employees to be an integral part of a caring, supportive community.
A Big Volcano Near Idaho Could be Ready for a New Eruption
Good news and bad news. One volcano could go boom, another is calming down. If you’re old enough to remember May 1980, you recall the days of darkness and the cold summer after Mount St. Helens blew its top. I graduated high school that year and then spent the summer at a family camp where we were building a house. My role was to guard the tools and lumber. It was chilly. I had a fire going on almost every night. The following winter was also no picnic.
Boise Area Fire Teams Prepare For Insane Fireworks Night
Idaho is not perfect, and this week will prove the folly of one of our many state laws. The famous Idaho fireworks law states that you can legally purchase aerial fireworks, but you must pledge not to use them. Fireworks sellers must have individuals sign affidavits that they understand and will not violate state law by firing off their fireworks purchases.
Caldwell coach fundraises to avoid pay-to-play fees for students
Following May's failed levy, the Caldwell School District has been left to make some big cuts, one of which includes the budget for Caldwell High Schools cross country and track teams. This means that starting next year, kids who wish to participate in the sport will now have to pay-to-play.
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