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Latah County couple asking for help after home was lost following large fires
LATAH COUNTY, Idaho — A couple in Latah County is asking for help after the aftermath of the Gwen and River Fires destroyed their home and all of their belongings. The couple's friends from work set up the GoFundMe page to bring awareness to their situation. According to the...
Gwen Fire Reaches 20,000 Acres
The Gwen Fire has grown significantly overnight, reaching 20,000 acres. The Gwen and River Fires are combined in one incident called the Gwen Fire. Several fires spread northeast of Lewiston after lightning in the area on Wednesday, destroying multiple structures and causing the entire city of Juliaetta to be evacuated. Many resources were deployed to fight the active fire conditions including ground crews, engines, dozers, water scoopers, air tankers, and helicopters. Juliaetta is still in a level 3 evacuation zone and it is not advised for residents to return. At this point, no structures in Juliaetta have been affected.
FEMA approves funds to help combat Gwen Fire in Idaho
BOTHELL, Wash. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist with firefighting costs for the Gwen Fire, which is currently burning in Latah County, Idaho. FEMA Region 10 Administrator Willie G. Nunn approved Idaho’s request for a federal Fire Management Assistance...
Wildfires Update-Juliaetta Remains Evacuated-River Fire Closes US12
An incident management team has been called in to lead the firefighting effort for a complex of blazes in Southern Latah and Northern Nez Perce Counties. The fires were sparked during Wednesday’s thunderstorm. Two major fires are burning between Juliaetta in the Potlatch River Canyon in Latah County and Myrtle in the Clearwater River Canyon in Nez Perce County. The 2,000 acre Gwen Fire South of Juliaetta has forced to the sheriff’s office to order a mandatory evacuation of that community. The 2,000 acre River Fire is burning nearby in Nez Perce County. Structures have been destroyed but officials have stated how many or what types of buildings have been lost. The fires have closed State Highway 3 South of Juliaetta and U.S. Highway 12 between U.S. Highway 95 and the Orofino area.
Latah County Historical Society Ice Cream Social on Sunday
The Latah County Historical Society will host its 47th annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 28th from 1 to 4 p.m. at the McConnell Mansion in Moscow. The event will feature activities for kids, horse and wagon rides, live music, and free ice cream sundaes.
Public Memorial Service For Former Latah County Commissioner Tom Stroschein Saturday In Moscow
There will be a public memorial service for former Latah County Commissioner Tom Stroschein on Saturday in Moscow. Stroschein passed away on June 27th at the age of 86. He served four terms as county commissioner ending with his retirement in 2015. The service for Stroschein is on Saturday at...
ICYMI: Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting July 24
Watch the full recap of the July 24 Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting in Pocatello. Topics covered include: the 2024-2030 Elk Management Plan, 2025-2027 Fisheries Seasons, and proposed legislation to allow limited spearfishing of some game fish. 00:00:05 - Opening Comments. 00:01:40 - Review of Public Comment. 00:09:21 -...
Gruesome 2004 Idaho Case Will Be Featured on New True Crime Series
Another true crime television series is about to take viewers to Rexburg, Idaho. We’re sure when you hear the words “true crime,” “Rexburg” and “Idaho” in the same sentence you’d assume it’s another look at the Daybell-Vallow case. With how profile...
He tore off his shirt for Trump. Now you can meet this wrestling icon in Idaho.
BOISE (Idaho Statesman) — Hulkamania will descend upon the Treasure Valley next week. After firing up the audience at the Republican National Convention last Thursday, retired pro wrestler and entertainer Hulk Hogan is headed to Idaho — to hype beer. The gleefully loud WWE Hall of Fame wrestler...
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