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Grand Teton Mall remains a popular place to shop and do business after 40 years of operation
IDAHO FALLS – When Justin Martin thinks about the Grand Teton Mall celebrating four decades of business, it makes him “feel really old.”. The 44-year-old Rigby native has fond memories of going to the mall as a kid. He is now the mall’s property management associate and he’s excited to celebrate its 40th anniversary during a weeklong event starting July 29. There will be displays in the Center Court with photos and old news reports about the mall’s beginnings.
Doña Mir's Kitchen brings authentic Mexican food to American Falls
AMERICAN FALLS — Doña Mir's Kitchen, a food truck serving chef-owner Mirta Gaona's take on traditional Mexican cuisine, has brought Gaona's entrepreneurial vision to life since opening earlier this year in May. Gaona said when she was a little girl growing up in Mexico she always admired the women she saw making food at parties and weddings. The women noticed her admiration and began inviting her to cook with them. ...
Sandpoint Council approves updated Comp Plan
The city of Sandpoint has its first updated Comprehensive Plan in 15 years, after City Council members unanimously approved the final draft of the document at their regular July 17 meeting. “I am very proud. We all stand on the shoulders of people who have worked on this for years,”...
Friends of Hope Cemetery hosting live music at the Old Church in Hope in July, August
Over the course of four Saturdays in July and August, Friends of Hope Cemetery will host a concert series benefiting the nonprofit’s efforts to ensure the future of the cemetery through large-scale projects and improvement efforts. Each of the four live music events will take place at the Old...
Used-car dealership to hold grand opening in August
POCATELLO — A new dealership for used vehicles is set to hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting in August. According to a news release from 1 Hour Auto, owner Teresa Nelson hopes to transform the used car buying process. She hopes to offer exceptional service and no-hassle financing to ensure that customers are able to save both time and money. Nelson has operated several businesses in the Pocatello area,...
High School Sweethearts, Bryant and Donna Smith, are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary
It has been said that Bryant never officially asked Donna to marry him. He took her for a drive to the Salt Lake City cemetery because she likes flowers. He told her to look in the jockey box. She opened it and found a ring. Apparently, the message was received, because they are parents of 6, grandparents of 20 and great grandparents of 9, with at least one on the way.
Section of Portneuf River in Pocatello closed to public because of dangerous conditions
POCATELLO — City officials are warning the public about the dangerous conditions on the Portneuf River from the north end of the concrete channel to Batiste Bridge in Pocatello. This section of the river has been closed to the public by the city because it is not floatable at this time. Along this portion of the river north of the concrete channel, there are multiple log jams as well as...
Direct Communications Pledges $500K for Artificial Turf at Miller Ranch Stadium
Direct Communications pledges $500,000 to install artificial turf at Miller Ranch Stadium, enhancing ISU's softball program and mitigating weather impact. Total investment in ISU softball program: over $1.1 million. Yes, But. The installation of artificial turf may face criticism for environmental concerns associated with synthetic materials. State of Play. Direct...
Notice of Public Comment Period and Public Hearing on the City’s Amended CDBG Annual Action Plan for 2023
The City of Coeur d’Alene has drafted a substantial amendment to the Annual Action Plan for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Plan Year 2023 to include Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements. A public hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the City...
Road closures for races: Sun Valley Tour de Force takes speed this weekend
SUN VALLEY, Idaho — The Sun Valley Tour de France is this weekend, raising money for charity. The organization has donated over $1.9 million dollars to local nonprofits in Blaine County. With high speeds taking over, surrounding roads will be closed this weekend. The event runs 15 miles north...
Warrior Volleyball Announces 2024 Schedule
LEWISTON – The 2024 LC State Volleyball scheduled was released on Monday. Warrior Volleyball will host a non-conference tournament after starting the season against top NAIA team in Nebraska. Second-year head coach Katie Palmer is looking forward to the challenge with a revamped roster. 2024 season passes are on...
Nampa food plant to cease operations, laying off 250 employees
Originally published July 17 on KTVB.COM. A Nampa snack facility is shutting down, with layoffs imminent for over 250 employees. Great American Snacks, which produces appetizer products such as onion rings, jalapeño poppers, dips and mozzarella sticks, is closing its Nampa plant in September. “After careful consideration and analysis, we have made the difficult decision...
Beat Boise’s Heat Indoors With Idaho’s Fastest Growing Trendy Sport
Boise is one of those places where when it’s cold it’s really cold and when it’s hot it’s really hot and over the past few weeks Boise residents have been working with the “really hot” stage of summer. It could be a struggle to be outside in the heat for more than 10 minutes at a time which is upsetting for many people considering it’s not as easy to stay active when it’s over 100 degrees outside.
Treasure Valley's rising temperatures create a deadly risk for dogs in hot cars
The Treasure Valley’s high temperatures pose a deadly risk for dogs left in parked cars. The Idaho Humane Society urges residents to act if they see a distressed animal as they continue to respond to an alarming number of calls — from March 20 to July 2 alone, the Idaho Humane Society received 141 calls to rescue dogs suffering from overheating inside vehicles. These incidents have involved not only dogs but also cats and even one parrot. ...
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
Co-Conspirator in Southern Idaho Drug Ring Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Fentanyl
BOISE – 36-year-old Brandon Aaron Dana was sentenced today to 10 years in federal prison for distributing over 7,000 fentanyl pills in the Magic Valley, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit. According to court records, in the summer of 2023, law enforcement officers identified Dana while investigating a drug trafficking...
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