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6 Of The Most Expensive Floods To Strike Idaho
We've had some pretty crazy weather as of late with record-breaking temperatures all across Idaho and the Treasure Valley. Yesterday was one for the books with an assortment of weather events with the wildfires out west even creating their own weather system. Flooding in Idaho. Heavy rain is much needed...
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...
Why All Idahoans Should Be Keeping a Quarter in Their Freezer
We know 23,000 Idaho Power customers that wish that they would’ve known about this lifehack sooner!. According to Payless Power, there’s a handful of states where prolonged blackouts don’t really shock residents. When they examined the number of people affected by power outages over the last two decades, Florida came out on top. It shouldn’t surprise you that the number of hurricanes that smack the Sunshine State had something to do with that. When they examined the number of power outage events during those same 20 years, California led the way with 2,684.
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.
Idaho Olympian to be honored with new statue
An Idaho Olympian celebrated for winning gold, will soon be immortalized in bronze. You might remember Kaitlyn Farrington from the 2014 Olympics in Sochi. The Bellevue, Idaho native trained on Bald Mountain in Sun Valley, and won a gold medal in the Women’s Snowboard Halfpipe event. She brought the gold back to Idaho by beating three previous Olympic champions in the event.
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.
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...
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.
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...
Leaders in Learning: Supporting local classroom grants thru weloveteachers.org
BOISE, ID (CBS2) — If you care about education in Idaho, and you've heard of the crowdfunding website Donors Choose, listen up!. CapEd Credit Union has a way you can help local teachers in need of funding,. Whether that's filling the need for learning activities and projects to help...
Breaking News: Kroger Albertsons Merger Paused
Despite the halt, the much-hyped Kroger Albertsons merger holds potential benefits. The deal, if it were to proceed, would allow the two largest grocery chains to combine resources nationwide. Proponents argue that this would enable the company to better compete against retail giants like Walmart and Amazon, potentially leading to improved services and offerings for consumers. 
Idaho Bar’s “Heterosexual Awareness Month” Makes Record Profits
A local bar in Eagle, Idaho, called the Old State Saloon, recently made headlines by declaring June “Heterosexual Awareness Month” and offering discounts for heterosexual customers. Fitzpatrick’s Inspiration. The idea for “Heterosexual Awareness Month” bar owner Mark Fitzpatrick said he was inspired to create the event in...
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.
CBS2 Boise moving to new frequency, here's how to scan your tv to get the new channel
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — CBS2 Boise is moving to a new frequency to help improve the quality and reach of our broadcasts, so you will need to rescan if you use digital TV or an antenna to watch our local news. Below is a helpful video from CBS2's Scott...
Redfish Lake Recreation Complex set to reopen in stages after Bench Lake Fire closed the area
BOISE, Idaho — The Redfish Lake Recreation Complex, that was recently threatened by wildfires, is starting to reopen. Located within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA), the complex will open in phases, with the first one starting on Friday. It is currently closed due to an emergency order due to the Bench Lake Fire, which started just one mile west of the lake on July 11.
Lewiston Residents Injured in DUI Crash on US 195
Donahue, WA – A DUI crash involving a 2011 blue Mini Cooper in Donahue, Washington, has left three Lewiston, Idaho residents injured. The accident occurred on July 27th around 3am on State Route 195 at milepost 62.6. The vehicle was northbound when it exited onto State Route 271. As...
New Affordable Housing Development in Victor, Idaho
LEAP Housing and Sustainable Trades + Housing Partners have announced the launch of an 8-home affordable housing community in Victor, Idaho, targeting income-qualified residents. This development is the first of its kind in the Teton region in recent years. Application and Selection Process. The selection process for potential homeowners begins...
Q&A with new Grace High School volleyball coach Kayci Christensen
The News-Examiner recently sat down with new Grace High School volleyball coach Kayci Christensen. Here are her answers to our questions. News-Examiner: How does volleyball contribute to growth and development in youth? Christensen: The sport of volleyball contributes to the growth and development of youth in many ways, some being physically, mentally and socially. Playing volleyball allows athletes to push themselves physically while having the opportunity build mental fortitude alongside...
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