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Brush fire ignites along Interstate 15 south of Blackfoot
BLACKFOOT — Firefighters extinguished a brush fire that ignited along Interstate 15 south of Blackfoot on Wednesday. The blaze along Interstate 15’s southbound lanes was reported around 4 p.m. and contributed to significant traffic congestion on the freeway. The fire scorched about two acres of farmland on the west side of the freeway before firefighters from the Blackfoot and Fort Hall fire departments extinguished the flames. ...
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.
Are Idaho’s Public Schools Really That Bad?
WalletHub has posted a list of states with the best and worst public school systems in the country. Can you guess where Idaho ranks? Here's a hint: you'll be scrolling for a while before you find us. WalletHub looked at several factors to determine the rankings. Idaho stood out in...
New lawsuit seeks to stop enforcement of Idaho library materials bill
Editor’s note: This story was updated Thursday afternoon to include a quote from a representative of the Idaho Family Policy Center, a conservative Christian advocacy group who helped draft House Bill 710. A group of lawyers on behalf of private Idaho schools, privately-funded public libraries, parents and their children have sued Idaho officials in federal […]
Officials urge Idahoans to check air filters as wildfire smoke rolls in
BOISE, Idaho — In the Treasure Valley, it's clear there are fires burning nearby, based on how unclear the air is. Walking outside, it can be difficult to breathe, so what does this mean for your car and home?. The heat and smoke might have you switching out your...
Local fire agencies are gathering donations for Durkee firefighters
KUNA, Idaho — Last Saturday, a team from the Nampa and Kuna wildfire task force were deployed to help combat wildfires in the State of Oregon. With multiple local firefighters on the line, multiple agencies in the Treasure Valley area are asking the community for help with gathering supplies.
Idaho Residents Using Record Breaking Amounts of Electricity
We don't have to tell you just how hot it is out there in the Treasure Valley--it's scorching and there's no hiding from it. Sprinkle in some of the smoke from area wildfires and let's be real--even our amazing outdoors aren't that enjoyable at the moment. What's going on indoors...
Unhealthy air + 🍣Sushi swap + Canyon County Fair
Hello Wednesday. Gretchen Parsons here with your mid-week update. It’s another day full of smoke in the Treasure Valley, more on that below. Plus, a popular sushi joint in Caldwell is making an exit. Today: 104°🌫🌩 Smoky and chance of thunderstorms. First Up Today. Smoke causes...
North Idaho library network declines to change policy on kids accessing materials
POST FALLS, Idaho - Changes in how kids access materials in some North Idaho libraries will not change just yet, as library trustees try to balance a new state law with parental decisions.
Newest and Most Unique Football Trophy Comes to the Gem State
College football is a big deal in the state of Idaho. While not everyone watches it or follows it, Boise State has become a household brand that is what most people think of when they think of the Gem State. If you ask most people what they know about Idaho, they are likely to say two things, that is potatoes and Boise State football. The season is fast approaching and will be here before you know it, but what some may not realize is that there are college football programs in Idaho as well. Two of the colleges in Idaho will reignite their college football rivalry this fall, and they will do so with a new and unique trophy.
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