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Officials begin drawdown at Lucky Peak Lake
This week, levels at Lucky Peak began to lower in preparation of a new project that will help to restore the Turner Gulch Boat Ramp. Which means if you're looking to get out on the lake you may want to do so sooner rather than later. Christopher Silbernagel, operating project...
Devastating Fire Photos Hours from Boise
Although the triple-digit temperatures may have left our area for a while, the effects of the Durkee Fire, one of the largest in the country, continue to impact the lives of Idahoans and Oregonians. Several farmers, ranchers, and homeowners have lost their homes, stocks, and businesses. . Several resources from...
Volunteers, crew play crucial role at the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The hot air balloon festival the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classis is coming up Labor Day weekend. Many people help make the event possible. Some of the unsung heroes are the crew. CBS2 asked co-founder Laurie Spencer to explain their important role in ballooning. They...
Idaho part of $86 million settlement with opioid manufacturer Indivior
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — According to a recent news release, Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced an $86 million multistate settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Indivior for its role in driving the spread of opioid addictions across Idaho and the country. Indivior produced buprenorphine-based products to treat opioid...
Lewiston man accused of vehicular assault and DUI
ROSALIA, Wash. – A Lewiston man is accused of vehicular assault and DUI by Washington State Patrol (WSP) for allegedly smashing his Mini Cooper into a median after driving dangerously. WSP claims that the man was driving northbound with two other people in the car on State Route 195...
NeighborWorks Pocatello offering homebuyer education course
POCATELLO — NeighborWorks Pocatello has partnered with Idaho Housing and Finance Association to offer the Finally Home! homebuyer education course. The course is available to all Southeast Idaho residents regardless of where they are in the home-buying process. The class is slated for two consecutive evenings, Aug. 7 and 8, from 5:15 to 9:15 p.m. at the NeighborWorks Pocatello offices located at 206 N. Arthur.
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.
Iconic Boise Event is Now a HUGE $25,000 Idaho Lottery Scratch Ticket
If you’re someone who can’t resist picking up a few scratch tickets every time you go grocery shopping or fill up your tank, you may have noticed that there’s a new game in stores and it pays tribute to one of the city’s most iconic events.
Fire in Idaho causes smoky skies in Bitterroot Valley
MISSOULA, Mont. — Bitterroot National Forest officials reported Friday that a fast-growing wildfire burning in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest was responsible for unhealthy air quality in Hamilton. The Wye Fire, burning approximately 4.5 miles northwest of Freeman Peak and 7 miles northeast of the Moose Creek Airstrip, started...
Honoring the legacy of Idaho Broadcaster Lou Dobbs
A few days ago, America and Idaho lost a great communicator, Lou Dobbs. He was the guy who made business news hip and happening on cable television. (I know our younger readers will cringe reading the hip and happening reference.) Before Mr. Dobbs, business news was boring and relegated to newspapers and magazines.
Annual Back 2 School Giveaway set for Aug. 3 at Mountain View Event Center
POCATELLO — Students across the Gate City area from elementary to high school can load up with free backpacks and school supplies provided by Grace Lutheran at the annual Back 2 School Giveaway on Aug. 3. Founded over 10 years ago by Pastor Josh Robinson of the Gate City...
Social worker who’s turning 80 (and still working) is honored for Feel Good Friday
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 recently received an email about a woman named JoAnn. It said:. I...
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.
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