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2024 Idaho Association of County Assessors Annual Conference Recap
The Idaho Association of County Assessors (IACA) met for their annual conference in beautiful McCall, Idaho, from August 20-22, 2024 at the Evergreen Hotel. Stacy Swift, Adams County Assessor and IACA President, together with The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) did an amazing job planning the conference. The conference was...
Christmas Time Has Arrived in Idaho Already: Is It Too Soon?
The calendar hasn't flipped to September yet, and already holiday shopping is consuming stores. It used to be that Halloween waited until mid-September to pop up in stores, and Christmas didn't start until the day after Thanksgiving. Still, as time has passed, more and more businesses are putting out holiday shopping earlier and earlier. Some stores have holiday decorations up year-round. It might still be months away, but Christmas shopping has arrived in the Magic Valley, and here is where you can start if you can't wait.
More Cases of Very Rare, Deadly Virus Detected in Idaho
Since the mid-2000s, Idahoans have come to expect at least a few headlines about dangerous mosquito borne illnesses every summer. However, it’s not just West Nile making news this year. A History of West Nile in the Boise Area. West Nile Virus was first detected in mosquitoes in Ada...
Idaho’s Final Challenge Before The “100 Deadliest Days” End
The "100 Deadliest Days" in Idaho is as serious as it gets. It's one of the most dangerous times to be on the roads and Idaho's police have done everything they can to take the proper precautions. It's almost over!. If you're unfamiliar, the "100 Deadliest Days" begin on Memorial...
Walmart Has Quietly Changed 3 Popular Idaho Store Policies
Idahoans love saving money. It's why grocery store chains like WinCo started here. It's why you see so many Dollar Tree stores throughout the Treasure Valley, and successful outlets like Uptown Cheapskate have become commonplace. Walk into a Goodwill or Idaho Youth Ranch store on a Saturday. You will see how important getting low prices is, especially in a state where home prices have grown by 118% over the past five years, and the cost of gas is among the highest in the country. No wonder so many people have turned to coupons and shopping at discount stores like Walmart to save money.
Man who had Conviction Overturned in Idaho Attempted Murder Case Denied Access to Compensation Fund
BOISE - The Idaho Supreme Court has denied John Wurdemann access to a compensation fund for defendants who are wrongfully convicted and are subsequently able to demonstrate their innocence. This fund has been used previously for defendants who were exonerated by DNA evidence. According to the Idaho State Attorney General's...
Fans Prepare for a BIG Change Inside Boise State’s Albertsons Stadium This Year
The countdown to Boise State’s first game of the season is on! The Broncos open their 2024 campaign on Saturday, August 31 at Georgia Southern. With Ashton Jeanty deciding to stay at Boise State to make a run at the Heisman trophy and the Broncos picking up some very good players during the off season, the team looks pretty darn formidable on paper. We don’t want to put the cart before the horse, but some experts like Bill Connelly at ESPN, believe that BSU has the best shot at getting the “Group of Five’s” spot in the new 12 team College Football Playoff.
Expecto Party-o! Popular Boise Bar Hosts Huge Harry Potter Week
When it comes to parties in the Treasure Valley, there is rarely a shortage of options. From concerts to festivals, outdoor markets to charitable gathering--there is certainly almost always something for everyone. Invading downtown Boise this week? All things 'Back to Hogwarts' and Harry Potter themed. Let's be honest--unless you're...
Snake River Veterinary Center is looking for a Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine
Position: Associate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) About Us: Snake River Veterinary Center, a dynamic and thriving mixed animal practice, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We proudly serve both large and small animals in our state-of-the-art facility, which we moved into in March 2024. Our practice is conveniently located at 405 North Whitley Drive in Fruitland, Idaho.
Weiser School District Breaks Ground for New Track
Thursday, August 22nd Weiser High School District broke ground for a new Track behind Weiser High School. Superintendent Kenneth Dewlen, Athletic Director Bo Von Brethorst , Weiser High Principal Drew Dickerson and Weiser School Board members were all in attendance. The Track and Field program had a lot of support for the new track. The Weiser Track and Field Program usually hosts about three track meets a year not only for Weiser but for our upper country neighbors as well. The Weiser Recreation Department uses the space for a youth track program in the spring and many community members use the track daily.
Bengals show a lot of promise in exhibition loss to Mountain West perennial power Utah State
The Idaho State women’s volleyball team has the deepest roster since Sean Carter took over as coach three seasons ago. The challenge now becomes filtering through all those options, and fitting the pieces that go together best. “I think based on who we play and certain matchups, we have more options than we’ve ever had,” said Carter after the Bengals dropped a four-set exhibition match against the Mountain West’s Utah...
Montana Ranchers Burned Out: Where’s the Big Talk Now?
Where are our guys? Has anyone heard from Tester or Raines yet on help for the ranchers who have been burned out by the fires? There are 56 huge fires now burning in Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Most of ours are related to the fierce lightning that moved through last Wednesday. I saw some of the most gut-wrenching photos this morning of a family's cows that couldn't get out of the way in time. It broke my heart to see this cruelty that Mother Nature delivered to them. I love all my animals, much like most ranchers, and I don't know if I could handle it either. Cows and their calves lying there next to each other where they died an awful death. I wish there was more we could do.
Today will be warmer & bright
We've got the high pressure to make the day brighter and wind will crank up later. 20mph with another cold front and another cool snap for Wednesday. Highs in the lower 80's today. Winds pick up into the day 20-30 mph gusts. Smoke tracks to Salmon and Challis. Brief chill...
Accused Idaho Killer Wants Boise Trial
The eventual trial of accused killer Bryan Kohberger took another turn recently with a request by the defense to move the trial out of Latah County. Mr. Kohberger is charged with the murders of four University Idaho students, Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The twenty-eight-year-old is...
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