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Boise National Forest seeks public comment on proposed recreation fee changes
Fees may soon increase at dozens of campgrounds, cabins and day-use sites throughout the Boise National Forest, but public input will be considered before final decisions are made. Residents can submit comments and feedback through close of business on Wednesday, Sept. 4, regarding the 60-plus recreational sites that may incur...
Under New Ownership – Jeremiah Wynott Speaks on Growing Business, Family, and Giving Back to the Community
(Lewiston, ID) Formerly known as Floor Covers International; Idaho Floors is a local family owned flooring company located at 1905 19th Ave in Lewiston. The exciting reason for their recent name change is because the company is now under new ownership. “I worked for Floor Covers International for 16 years,...
Remember the ‘weird death’ officers were investigating in Blackfoot in 1951? Here’s what the autopsy revealed.
BLACKFOOT — The “slaying theory” about a Utah woman found dead in Blackfoot in 1951 was “dimmed” after a surprising autopsy report was announced in the local paper. EastIdahoNews.com shared the story of Laura Florine McNamara Brewer — it was previously reported as Laura Macklemar but Blackfoot officers clarified her name in a later article — in our weekly Looking Back column, which looks back on what life was like during certain time periods in east Idaho history.
Heavy Police Presence in 900 Block of Larch Lane Following Report of Shots Fired
LEWISTON, ID – UPDATE at 5:04 p.m.: The roads have been reopened. Area law enforcement agencies were dispatched to the 900 block of Larch Lane at about 2:14 p.m. this afternoon for a report of shots fired. The nearby roads are closed. No further information is available at this time.
A Patriotic Fourth at Blackfoot Reservoir
Harbor Road in the subdivision north of Soda Springs on the Blackfoot Reservoir is lined with flags this year, with more on the way. More than one person with a summer home at the edge of Blackfoot Reservoir near Henry on Harbor road described the area as “Caribou County’s Hidden Gem,” and it’s very hard to argue with either part of that sentiment. Known by those who know it at all as the place that has its own lakeside fireworks, the Blue Landing neighborhood on the north side of the reservoir is also very clear that patriotism is an important part of the area’s character.
Coeur d’Alene prepares for thousands of visitors over 4th of July
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – “Don’t come to Kootenai County on vacation, and leave on probation,” Bob Norris said, a yearly refrain from the Kootenai County Sheriff every year around the 4th of July, the county’s biggest holiday. “Generally between Memorial Day and Labor Day,...
Pocatello to ring in July 4 with new parade route, live music and firework show
Gate City area residents can expect a Fourth of July holiday with plenty of fireworks and other fun festivities to celebrate the birth of the United States of America. The celebration begins at 9:30 a.m. Thursday with the annual Historic Downtown Pocatello Inc. Independence Day Parade. This year’s parade will be set to the theme of “Star Spangled Celebration” and will feature a different route than what has been typically...
Motorcyclist injured in collision with car on busy local road
CHUBBUCK — A motorcyclist was rushed to the hospital following a collision with a car on one of Chubbuck’s busiest roads. The crash occurred on Yellowstone Avenue near Linden Avenue around 6:45 p.m. Tuesday. It appeared that the adult male motorcyclist collided with the rear of a car while both were heading southbound on Yellowstone. No one in the car was injured. ...
Man Missing Since June Last Seen In Southern Idaho
A man reported missing one week ago and thought to be traveling to the Grand Canyon was recently seen in Idaho. The family of Alejandro Velez is looking for him. The Idaho Missing Persons Alert / Facebook site has published information regarding a missing man named Alejandro Velez. His profile can be found by clicking here. His brother has asked the public for assistance.
Rexburg man convicted of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft
POCATELLO, Idaho - Kelly Ryan McCandless, 53, of Rexburg, was sentenced to 65 months in federal prison following his convictions for defrauding his partners out of more than $580,000, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced today. According to court records, in 2017, McCandless and two others formed a partnership to build...
Idaho officials sued by inmates over law blocking public funds for gender care
The ACLU of Idaho, on behalf of three people who are incarcerated in Idaho, has filed a federal lawsuit in the Idaho District Court against state officials over a new law that bans public funds from going toward gender-affirming care. House Bill 668 took effect on Monday, and it prevents the use of taxpayer funds […] The post Idaho officials sued by inmates over law blocking public funds for gender care appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
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