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Another Life Lost in Motorcycle Crash on Idaho Highway
Fatal Motorcycle Accident on US Highway 12 Claims One Life, Leaves Another in Critical Condition. The Idaho State Police are currently investigating a tragic vehicle collision that occurred on August 8, 2024, at approximately 1:50 p.m. on US Highway 12, near milepost 149 in Idaho County. This incident involved a motorcycle occupied by a 58-year-old male operator and a 55-year-old female passenger, both from Centralia, Washington.
Sphen, Half of Adorable Gay Penguin Couple, Dead at 11
A love story that captivated multiple continents has come to a sad end as Sphen the penguin has died at age 11. Sphen was one half of what the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium called "the penguin power couple" along with his partner, Magic. The penguins made their home at the aquarium in recent years.
There Could Be a 2nd Taco Bell in Twin Falls Soon
Most residents in Twin Falls can agree that there is a lopsided number of restaurants on the north side of town vs the south side. Not all residents will agree though that it’s a problem. But, as someone who lives and works on the south side of town, we...
Pack Your Rock Hammer And Head Here To Find Idaho Rubies
We still have a couple of weeks of summer to go in the Gem State, and with temperatures already cooling down now is a great time to spend a weekend north of Boise near one of the state's best spots to dig up rubies and other stones. Labor Day is...
How the Feds Are Cracking Down on Shady Online Reviews For Products and Businesses
Remember that time you fell for those great reviews only to receive a piece of junk in the mail?. Or maybe you were tempted by a "diner's" delicious description of a restaurant's food that turned out to be slop. Those misleading reviews may soon be a thing of the past.
Christmas Comes to Idaho in August
They may already have been up for quite some time. I didn’t notice them until I visited the Magic Valley Mall for the first time in a few months. As I walked into Hobby Lobby I turned right and saw wreaths on display. I snapped a picture and then rounded a corner. It’s not only wreaths. About one-fifth of the store is devoted to decorations, trees, and Christmas crafts.
A Massive Flag Will Remember 9-11 in Idaho
A friend of mine believes Idaho is the most patriotic place in the nation. He lives in Missouri, fought in the jungles of Vietnam, and still enjoys John Wayne films. My friend was a late-life baby, as was his father. My friend’s grandfather was one of Teddy Roosevelt’s Roughriders. You could say my friend knows a thing or two about patriotism and heroism.
Where to Get the Best Ice Cream on the Go in California
Finding good food in California is easy. There are a wide variety of good places to eat, but one of the best things to have, anywhere, is ice cream. There are some incredible local places to enjoy ice cream all up and down the Golden State, but from time to time it is nice to get some on the go or from one of the national brands that offer the frozen treat. Where do you go if you want some ice cream in a hurry or from a place you know well in California? Taste of Home recently ranked the top fast food or national chains to get ice cream from, and the results are a little surprising.
8 Events to Have Fun at This Weekend in the Magic Valley
School has started in the Magic for nearly everyone now, and that means that kids are anticipating weekends more than in the previous three months. Every day was like a weekend in the summer, but with school back, they are now waiting for those days to sleep in, not have to do homework, and not have to go to school. Weekends are much more appreciated when they are earned, which is why each one is valuable to adults. What to do this weekend is often the question, and this weekend events are happening to help you forget about work, and school, and enjoy some fun.
Surprise! Close To 57% Of Idahoans Are Transplants From Different States
It’s no secret that Idaho has experienced a population boom over the past decade. With the significant influx of new residents, where someone is from has become a hot button issue. The challenges the Boise area and other parts of the state have experienced because of growth are no...
Will Idaho Forgive or Forget ‘It Ends with Us’ Star Blake Lively’s Scandal?
Lively's picture-perfect start comes to an end. Blake Lively’s movie tour for 'It Ends With Us' started out like a dream. The red carpet was rolled out, Colleen Hoover fans around the world were ecstatic—everything seemed picture-perfect for the talented and beautiful star. But that dream quickly transformed...
9 Items Banned From The Western Idaho Fair & 1 That’s Not
The final weekend of the Western Idaho Fair is finally upon us, and the weather couldn't be better! With highs in the 70s, you know that this weekend will be the perfect time to enjoy the great fried food and corndogs you've come to expect from the fair every year.
Idaho’s Midget Wrestling Obsession Proves Size Doesn’t Matter
Summertime in the Treasure Valley often means that there are a ton of events going on. Whether it's a concert, a food festival or a community resource event--these are drawing crowds pretty regularly each week while the weather is warm and sunny. One very unique and 'niche' tour is headed...
These Vehicles Anger Idahoans The Most: Do You Drive One?
Driving in Idaho is one of the most challenging experiences and isn't unique to most Americans. However, the situation has gotten worse thanks to Idaho's population growth. Neighborhoods continue to grow, bringing more folks and their small, large, and extra-large vehicles. Do you like driving big vehicles, or do you...
Incredibly Unique Idaho High School Among the Most Expensive in America
If you’re a parent, you already know first hand from this back to school shopping season that school, in general, is expensive. This year, the USA Today estimates that parents with kids in grades K-12 will spend about $875 on supplies, clothes, shoes and other things their child needs going into the new school year.
What Happens If You DON’T Vote In Idaho?
This time of year, every four years, you hear it everywhere you go:. No matter who you support, or what political party you find yourself most closely aligned with, you're most likely being encouraged to vote in our upcoming presidential election this November. You're encouraged to vote, but what's the...
In Defense of People and Stores That Decorate Early for the Holidays
With the news that Starbucks is bringing back Pumpkin Spice Lattes earlier than ever in 2024, we can expect the usual predictable social media backlash:. "It’s still summer—why?" "Can we at least finish August first?" "Not ready for fall yet!" "Can we get through one season at a...
Arrest Made in Connection to a Second Shooting in Twin Falls
There have been a few shootings in Twin Falls over the last few months. 2 of the most recent happened on August 9th and August 15th. Arrests have now been made in connection to both shootings. Twin Falls Police Investigating a Non-Injury Shooting Near Gas Station. On August 15th around...
Twin Falls Collectors Going Crazy For McDonald’s Nostalgic Cups
It's incredible the things you find online that people are hocking to the highest payer. It appears McDonald's new release of nostalgic, plastic cups has resulted in an all-out bidding war, and Idaho locations are having trouble keeping them in stock. About a week and a half ago my wife...
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