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Shari’s owed Idaho $200,000+ in unpaid sales tax as several locations close
The Idaho State Tax Commission has filed six liens on Shari’s Management Corp of Beaverton – the company that owns local Shari’s restaurants. Shari’s closed three of its Idaho store locations in recent months. This spring, the location on Franklin Rd. in Boise closed to make way for a planned Bank of America branch as BoiseDev first reported. Then, the restaurant in Lewiston closed on Memorial Day, according to Big Country News. Last month, the Shari’s in Idaho Falls closed, as reported by East Idaho News.
Two Pictures Tell the Story of Incinerated Idaho
My buddy, Mike McFadyen, has a ranch in Camas County. He had clear skies yesterday but woke up this morning to some serious haze. Smokey skies aren’t unusual; in Idaho and the western states. It’s not unusual to see big fires drift smoke from west to east across the continent, but Mike lives more than 140 miles due south of Stanley, the epicenter of the Wapiti Fire. Either winds are blowing from the north straight south, or the smoke is now so thick in the air that it’s spreading in every direction. Far and wide. Mike’s before and after pictures are above.
Prep for Labor Day Weekend at the Market
Kid’s Day was a huge success! Thank you for coming out and supporting all our young vendors and promoting their entrepreneurial spirits. And now, kids are headed back to school, and Labor Day Weekend is a last hurrah before the school schedules set in. Come shop with us this holiday on Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm at our Hayden location and then again next Wednesday, 4:00 – 7:00 pm at our Riverstone Market in CDA.
Hudlow Meadows area closed to public for habitat restoration project
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — A popular camping spot in the Coeur d’Alene National Forest won’t be open this Labor Day weekend — or for the foreseeable future. Major habitat restoration is underway along the Little North Fork Coeur d’Alene River, prompting closure of Hudlow Meadows, according to Idaho Panhandle National Forest.
The bears are back in town! Black bears go through residential trash in Hailey
WOOD RIVER VALLEY, Idaho — Idaho Fish and Game has received multiple reports of black bears near homes throughout the Wood River Valley. In most cases, the bears have been seen going through residential garbage. Even schools have been impacted by the increase in bears. On Thursday, August 29,...
Mayor Mac gets a bridge
KELLOGG –– When long time Kellogg mayor Mac Pooler resigned earlier this year, it was a major shock to the community. Pooler, or 'Mayor Mac' as he is lovingly known, had been a fixture in the city’s government for 32 years, leading Kellogg through several major developments and tough economic times.
New Downtown tower redesigned, flips from apartments to ‘ammenitized’ for-sale condos
The exterior of the proposed pair of high-rise towers on the eastern end of downtown won’t be changing, but the inside is getting a shakeup. The ICCU Plaza project is underway at the corner of 4th and Idaho streets near St. Luke’s and is set to open in 2025. It will roll together retail, housing, medical and traditional office space, a branch for Idaho Central Credit Union and a multi-deck parking garage with space for more than 400 cars. The original plan called for 124 apartments for rent in the upscale, 11-story residential tower building. Now, developer Tommy Ahlquist said his firm pivoted and redesigned the project’s interior to feature 64 condominiums for sale instead.
Man accused of dealing drugs tried to travel to Utah to buy fentanyl, says Pocatello Police
POCATELLO — A 41-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly sold drugs from his home in Pocatello. Tyler Peterson was charged with felony delivery of a controlled substance, two counts of felony possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor use or possession of drug paraphernalia. A Pocatello Police detective...
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.
We surprise two young brothers who jumped into action as a fire spread quickly outside their home
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ... EastIdahoNews.com is partnering with Ashley and Ashley Outlet of Idaho Falls to honor people in our community for Feel Good Friday. Every week, we surprise someone deserving of special recognition. We received an email a few months ago about two brothers who jumped...
Silverwood announces 23rd annual Coaster Classic Car Show
ATHOL, Idaho — Silverwood Theme Park announced the Coaster Classic Car Show will return to the park on Saturday, August 31st and Sunday, September 1st. The event boasts a thrilling blend of classic cars and vintage fun combined with the excitement of the Silverwood theme park. The Coaster Classic...
Big USPS Service Changes Could Impact Mail Delivery Times in Idaho Soon
Whether it’s a birthday card or the magazine you’ll read in the car while your kid’s at soccer practice, it’s always exciting to get mail that’s not a bill. However, the United States Postal Service just pitched some changes that could affect how those items get delivered.
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