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Hundreds of dead fish discovered in American Falls Reservoir
On the morning of July 26, Idaho Department of Fish and Game fisheries biologists along with staff from the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) responded to calls from the public regarding a possible “fish kill” in American Falls Reservoir in Power County. Fish and Game Fisheries biologists report that approximately 250 dead rainbow trout could be observed from the shoreline extending south from the boat dock to the dam, though it is difficult to estimate how many total dead fish are present in the...
Police: Local man arrested after stealing truck, attempting to push it over cliffside
POCATELLO — A 22-year-old local man was recently arrested after police say he stole a truck, damaged it significantly and then attempted to push it off a cliff using another vehicle. Sabin Leo Reyes, of Pocatello, has been charged with grand theft and destruction of evidence, both felonies, following an incident that began to unfold on July 20, according to police and court records the Idaho State Journal recently obtained. ...
Two local residents recently arrested on burglary charges for separate Gate City incidents
POCATELLO — A man and a woman were recently arrested on burglary charges for separate incidents in the Gate City. A 46-year-old local woman was recently arrested after police say she entered the home of another local woman and removed items from the residence. Kayla Jean Pratt, 46, of Chubbuck, has been charged with one felony count of burglary following the incident, which unfolded on July 19. ...
Kroger/Albertsons Merger Hits Temp Halt
A Denver District Court Judge has temporarily halted the proposed $24.6 billion merger between The Kroger Co. (Cincinnati) and Albertsons Cos. (Boise, Idaho), report a variety of news services, including Progressive Grocer. During a hearing on July 25, Judge Andrew Luxen granted a preliminary injunction delaying the merger while also canceling a planned Aug. 12 hearing on the matter.
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEWS: Skyview looking to close gap between top schools
In his first year at Skyview, head coach David Robinson saw a five-win improvement from the year prior and reached the quarterfinals of the playoffs. That’s where their season ended last year at the hands of Hillcrest, the top seed in the playoffs, by a wide margin. Their improvement from 2022 was most apparent when they crushed Emmett 35-7 in a game that the Hawks had circled on their calendar. After a 1-2 start, Skyview’s only other losses last season came against the two teams...
Don’t Miss When Comic Con Comes to the Magic Valley This Summer
Comic cons are typically known as nerd conventions, but with the popularity of Star Wars, Superhero movies and television shows, and video games, more and more people identify as a nerd. The most infamous comic con is the one in San Diego and is the one that most nerds would love to attend, but for many, it is unrealistic and will never happen. Over the last decade, many different types of cons have begun popping up everywhere, including smaller comic cons across the United States. Idaho is home to Gem State Comic Con in Boise each year, but it is finally time for the Magic Valley to get its own comic con, and this year that is finally happening.
Boise Airline Passengers Are About To See A Major Change
The Boise Airport is no doubt, one of the best in the country. It can get busy during holiday seasons but besides that, it's one of the more relaxed airports that we can say we've been to. For many Boise travelers, it's a great starting destination for a trip because...
Eagle re-approves Chick-fil-A development amid pending lawsuit
On Tuesday, Eagle Mayor Brad Pike broke a tied vote that will result in the city’s first Chick-fil-A. But it was not the first time Eagle City Council held a public hearing about the popular chicken restaurant — and not the first time it was approved. A 15-acre development called East End Marketplace has been in the works for a decade, and city council initially approved the application in April....
Ground broken on new library for Inkom community
INKOM — Work will soon begin on a new library for a community that has gone without. The South Bannock Library District held a groundbreaking on Thursday for a future library in Inkom, located at of Holstein Street and Old Highway 30 in the corner of the Inkom Elementary School playground. The library will be visible to anyone exiting Interstate 15, entering the city.
Woman rushed to hospital after car slams into sign, overturns in front of Idaho Falls Pediatrics
AMMON — A woman was rushed to the hospital after a crash involving two vehicles ended with one car smashing into a sign and overturning. It happened Friday around 4 p.m. on Eagle Drive in front of Idaho Falls Pediatrics in Ammon. Two vehicles collided at the intersection of...
Twin Falls Christians Plan to Confront Paranormal Cirque
They plan to stand up against what they view as creeping Satanism. Several Magic Valley Churches ask congregants to come to the Magic Valley Mall on Friday night. An event called Paranormal Cirque is in a tent, or that’s what I’ve been told. The Christians believe God-fearing people in the Magic Valley need to make a statement and offer an alternative for people looking for answers in tarot cards, palm readings, and soothsayers.
Labor Day Weekend in Sun Valley, Idaho
The long Labor Day weekend has become a bit of a big deal here in Sun Valley, Idaho over the years. It’s a last summer hoorah as the kids begin to head back to school and the crisp temperatures of fall start to nip at our heels. With spirits running high and festivities plentiful, this is one long weekend that you won’t want to miss.
Basque Center kicks off annual San Inazio Festival in downtown Boise
The Basque Center is again highlighting its culture’s arts and talents in this year’s festival: dancers ages four to 14 will show off their skills, as well as accordion players and other musicians, to name just a few performances. One of the dance group directors, Jaclyn Lasuen, says...
TWIN FALLS COUNTY WANTED: Samantha Alexis Anderson
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 33-year-old Samantha Anderson. Anderson is wanted for failure to appear on the original charge of intimidating a witness and probation violation. She is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 135 pounds with brown hair...
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