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Robert Taylor: People connect to the truth, nuance of 'Longmire'
Australian actor Robert Taylor says playing the titular lawman in Longmire has meant as much to him as it does to the beloved contemporary western's many fans. "There's something nourishing about it," Taylor told UPI during a sit-down interview at the TA Ranch in Buffalo -- a tiny, friendly town at the foot of Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains -- on Sunday.
WARNING: Idaho’s Climate Apocalypse Fizzles Out
The Democrats staffing America’s newsrooms would have us believe man-made activities cause our summer heatwave. I would post the latest scaremongering from the New York Times, but it’s behind a paywall. Also, you already know the routine. Blame farming, cattle, and efficient automobiles. None of This is New.
A General Store Survives And Thrives
In countless communities around the country, the once-popular rural general store has been supplanted by big-chain grocers and large department stores. But the town of Wilson, Wyoming has fought against the tide—and won. This tiny village at the base of Teton Pass, just 7 miles from well-known ski destination Jackson, Wyoming along State Highway 22, has breathed new life into its beloved general store, Hungry Jack’s. After hearing that the 70-year-old store was on the brink of closing—with plans for a purchase by a developer to turn the space into modern retail and housing—the town’s residents banded together and battled back.
Springs of Soda field trip set for July 27
SODA SPRINGS — Field trips aren't just for kids. They motivate people of all ages to continue educational learning while experiencing culture, art and history first-hand. The Caribou Historical Society of Soda Springs has provided field trips to the community for the past few years. Bill Horsley, a member of the historical society, is a...
Football rivals ISU, UI announce creation of Potato State Trophy
The University of Idaho and Idaho State University announced the official introduction of the Potato State Trophy, a traveling rivalry trophy awarded to the winner of the annual football game between the two schools. The Potato State Trophy officially replaces the retired Battle of the Domes Trophy which was discontinued ahead of the 2023 season after the trophy sponsor, adjusted its sponsorship with both institutions. Idaho head coach Jason Eck...
Wildfires erupt in West, Canada amid major heat wave
A dangerous heat wave will continue into midweek in much of the West as large wildfires burn out of control in several states, particularly California, Oregon and Washington. Why it matters: The combination of heat and wildfire smoke is bringing a significant threat to public health, and smoke from fires burning in Canada may soon move into the U.S. as well.
Idaho inmate gets life sentence for escaping state custody at Boise hospital
BOISE, Idaho — An Idaho inmate was sentenced to life in prison for escaping state custody at a Boise hospital after the corrections officers guarding him were violently attacked. Skylar Meade pleaded guilty to the escape and to sentencing enhancement for being a persistent violator and for causing bodily...
Another day of excessive heat after record highs yesterday
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Temperatures will once again push to near-record highs around Southwest Idaho. Today's forecast high in Boise is 107 degrees, one shy of the daily 108 degrees record set in 2003. Sunday's high of 108 degrees in Boise broke the previous record of 107 degrees in...
It’s Going To Be A Smokey Week Across Wyoming
Parts of Wyoming saw hazy skies during this past weekend that were even worse Sunday night, 07/21/24. This week will bring in more smoke down from Canada and across from Utah. Also, fires in Montana that picked up in intensity over the weekend made the situation much worse for northeastern Wyoming.
Craig Wilker named grand marshal of the Bancroft Pioneer Day Parade
BANCROFT — This year’s grand marshal of the Bancroft Pioneer Day Parade is no stranger to the community as many know and have a great love for Craig Wilker. Craig has been a face around the rodeo scene for years and his love for ranching has always been prominent. He was also an influential educator at Grace High School for 30 years. Many know and love what this man continues to stand for. ...
Two of best county fairs in state coming up in Caribou, Bear Lake counties
County fairs across the state are way more than a place for a carnival to show up once a year. They are a building block to bridge communities of all ages together to not only develop leadership opportunities but to promote the talents and skills of local residents, especially the youth. For Idaho's county fairs to be successful it requires community members to come together and participate in everything from...
Former area college baseball players still grinding in the pros
Jul. 21—On Tuesday, Drake George became the 140th player from the Lewis-Clark State Warrior baseball program to be drafted by a major league club. The right-handed pitcher is the first Warrior to be drafted since Jake Taylor took the reins in 2019 and the first LC State player to be selected since Gage Burland was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 22nd round in 2018. "We are all very ...
Over a hundred motorcyclists parade through Twin Falls to honor local hospice patient
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The roar of over one hundred motorbikes swept through Twin Falls on Sunday afternoon. Motorcyclists from as far away as Boise and Pocatello joined in for a parade, all dedicated to one man. Thomas Willie is a 74-year-old hospice patient with Harrison’s Hope Hospice...
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