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Graves of 19th century migrants found on trail in Idaho

September 27, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Cadaver dogs have found what are probably seven graves of mid-1880s migrants who died in south-central Idaho on the California Trail while crossing what is now the City of Rocks National Reserve.

Man dies, 4 students injured after school bus collision

September 13, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A man died and at least four students were hospitalized after a school bus and pickup truck collided in eastern Idaho on Monday morning.

The Bonneville County Sheriff's Office said the collision happened around 8 a.m.

Pack rat middens reveal south-central Idaho plant history

September 3, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Scientists studying pack rat middens at the City of Rocks National Reserve in south-central Idaho have determined that the area’s iconic pinyon pine trees first arrived about 2,800 years ago and became prevalent about 700 years ago.

Eastern Idaho nuclear project goes from 12 to six reactors

July 19, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A Utah energy cooperative said it will reduce the number of small modular nuclear reactors it will build in Idaho from 12 to six for a first-of-a-kind project that is part of a federal effort to reduce greenhouse gasses that cause climate change.

Idaho woman sentenced to up to 20 years in torture case

July 9, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho Falls woman has been sentenced to up to 20 years in prison in connection with a kidnapping and torture case, a judge said.

Sasha Dee Martinez, 34, will be eligible for parole after serving at least five years, Judge Bruce Pickett said Wednesday.

Bison injures woman in Yellowstone National Park

June 21, 2021 GMT

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — A bison has injured a hiker in Yellowstone National Park.

How the bison hurt the woman Sunday near a trail at the northern end of Yellowstone Lake was not known, but she had significant injuries, park spokeswoman Linda Veress said.

Idaho’s ongoing drought halts some irrigation months early

June 16, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Water managers are cutting off irrigation flows to farmers in Idaho’s Wood River basin and wildlife officials are scrambling to move fish to safer waters as a severe drought grips the area.

Idaho man gets life in prison in cold-case murder and rape

By REBECCA BOONEJune 11, 2021 GMT

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Eighteen-year-old Angie Dodge was raped and killed in her Idaho home a quarter-century ago and an innocent man wrongly served 20 years in prison for the crime. On Tuesday, the man authorities have said is the real killer was sentenced to life in prison.

Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin announces run for Idaho governor

By KEITH RIDLERMay 20, 2021 GMT

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin announced Wednesday that she is running for governor, aligning her campaign with an emphasis on individual liberty, state sovereignty and traditional conservative values sure to play well in the deeply conservative state.

Yellowstone officials work to remove invasive fish species

April 13, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Park officials in Yellowstone National Park have reported efforts to protect threatened native cutthroat trout have been progressing, but concerns remain after officials discovered another invasive fish species...

Idaho Falls, national laboratory to plan innovation district

March 23, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Falls and Idaho National Laboratory have joined together on plans to repurpose fields near the laboratory into a hub for research institutions after the city received more than $55,000 in grant funding in hopes of expanding businesses and amenities...

Idaho House passes opt in requirement for sex education

By REBECCA BOONEMarch 5, 2021 GMT

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Lawmakers in the Idaho House have passed legislation that would require parents to opt in two weeks in advance before their kids can receive some sex education lessons in school...

Idaho medical marijuana vote campaign can collect signatures

February 11, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho campaign for medical marijuana legalization has moved forward after receiving permission to collect signatures from residents...

Viral TikTok user gives signed juice bottle to Idaho museum

January 28, 2021 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho man who rode to fame on TikTok after casually singing “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac and drinking cranberry juice while longboarding will have a symbol of his success on display at the Museum of Idaho...

Plan would turn Idaho Falls drive-in theatre into RV resort

November 27, 2020 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho business owner has announced plans to transform a former drive-in movie theatre in Idaho Falls into a recreational vehicle resort catering to short-term rentals...

Hot spring chicken: 3 cited for Yellowstone culinary caper

November 5, 2020 GMT

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — Cooking chickens in a Yellowstone hot spring landed three people in hot water...

Legislators consider ways to increase Idaho air travel

October 23, 2020 GMT

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Lawmakers in Idaho have considered ways to increase air travel in the state as flights have been reduced or eliminated in recent years, stunting economic growth...

Energy Department to drill east Idaho well to clean up waste

October 20, 2020 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A well will be drilled early next year at a federal nuclear site in eastern Idaho to remove hazardous waste from a Lake Erie-sized aquifer that supplies water to cities and farms in the region, officials said Tuesday...

Idaho food bank to remove Trump letter from food-aid boxes

October 8, 2020 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A food bank in Idaho Falls has announced that it will remove letters from President Donald Trump located inside its federal food assistance boxes that address recipient families...

Idaho community mourns 9 relatives killed in plane crash

By STEPHEN GROVES AND KEITH RIDLERDecember 3, 2019 GMT

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — When Jim Hansen boarded his company’s single-engine aircraft for a pheasant-hunting trip to South Dakota, he brought along the same people he trusted with his business: his family...

Full Coverage: Plane crashes

Wyoming ski resort commits to wind power

September 29, 2019 GMT

JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in northwest Wyoming will use renewable energy to power its lifts and other operations...

Man who sold drugs to cop sent to prison

By JOHNATHAN HOGAN jhogan@postregister.comMay 23, 2019 GMT

An Idaho Falls man who unknowingly sold drugs to an undercover officer was sentenced to prison Monday.

Dakota Mouser, 23, was one of eight people arrested in March 2018 in a drug bust that found more than 30 pounds of pot and $42,700 in cash.

Idaho House passes ‘opt-in’ sex education bill

By REBECCA BOONEMarch 6, 2019 GMT

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A bill that would require parents to "opt in" before their children can receive sex education in school has cleared the Idaho House on a party-line vote...

Idaho lab protects US infrastructure from cyber attacks

By KEITH RIDLERDecember 24, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — It's called the "Dark Side" because the 50 workers there prefer to keep the lights low so they can dim the brightness on their computer screens...

Idaho Falls man sentenced for child sex abuse, child porn

By JOHNATHAN HOGAN jhogan@postregister.comDecember 12, 2018 GMT

An Idaho Falls man who was arrested in March was sentenced Wednesday to up to 15 years in prison for his relationship with a 16-year-old girl.

Jerry Ewell, 37, was charged with sexual abuse of a minor after the abuse was reported to the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office.

Idaho Falls man found a month after stabbing

By JOHNATHAN HOGAN jhogan@postregister.comNovember 16, 2018 GMT

An Idaho Falls man who was on the run from police for a month was found this week and charged for stabbing a man.

Junior Alexis Garcia, 21, fled after reportedly stabbing a man Oct. 12, according to an Idaho Falls Police Department report.

High school instructional aide facing sex abuse charges

By JOHNATHAN HOGAN Post RegisterNovember 14, 2018 GMT

An Idaho Falls man who worked at Hillcrest High School for six months as an instructional aide has been charged with sexually abusing a girl several years ago. He also is under investigation for having a sexual relationship with a Hillcrest student.

Montana woman rescues wandering llama from Yellowstone park

November 2, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A pack llama that escaped from a guided hike in southern Yellowstone National Park in August was rescued by a Montana outfitter last weekend, just days before most of the park's entrances were to close for winter preparations.

INL’s Family Nuclear Science Night invites students to explore STEM on Oct. 18

By Idaho National LaboratoryOctober 5, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS - For the third year in a row, Idaho National Laboratory is inviting local students and their families to attend Family Nuclear Science Night, a STEM event that introduces visitors to nuclear science, engineering and more.

Idaho Falls Police swear in new officers

By Idaho Falls PoliceSeptember 18, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS - The Idaho Falls Police Department officially welcomed four new police officers to their ranks.

Chief Bryce Johnson introduced the new recruits, Officer Madison Lindquist, Officer Matthew Raab, Officer Bryce Mickelson and Officer Cody Norris.

Local participants to compete in Distinguished Young Women of Idaho

By ALICIA SOTO Rexburg Standard JournalAugust 30, 2018 GMT

High school senior girls from across the state will participate in the Distinguished Young Women of Idaho program that will be held Oct. 5 and 6 at The Colonial Theater in Idaho Falls.

Participants will compete for $27,500 in college scholarships.

4 eastern Idaho school districts to hold bond, levy votes today

By POST REGISTERAugust 28, 2018 GMT

Four local school districts are asking voters for levies and construction bonds Tuesday.

Idaho Falls School District 91 and Bonneville Joint School District 93 voters will decide on a high school construction bond and a supplemental levy, respectively.

Idaho Falls man arrested for drug trafficking, possession

By Bonneville County Sheriff’s OfficeJuly 24, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS - On July 22 at approximately 2:50 a.m., Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies came in contact with Christian J. Hernandez in a vehicle in the 2800 block of E. Lincoln Rd. Hernandez was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a female that was yelling for help after seeing Deputies in the area.

Tilley, Corwyn

Staff WriterJuly 8, 2018 GMT

Corwyn Tilley May 22, 1935 - July 5, 2018 Corwyn LeRoy Tilley, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away July 5, 2018, at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community. He was under the care of his loving family and Signature Healthcare & Hospice.

Idaho has some of the highest rates of child marriage in US

By ISABELLA ALVESJune 30, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Many people know of couples who married in their teens and went on to live happily ever after...

Giving money to panhandlers not the best option

By ISABELLA ALVES, Post Register ialves@postregister.comJune 2, 2018 GMT

The Idaho Falls area is a popular tourist destination in the summer, which also makes it a popular place for panhandlers.

Most local panhandlers can be seen near the Ammon Walmart, the Idaho Falls Walmart and Fred Meyer.

‘Lamb of God’ oratorio auditions to be held in Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Rexburg

By Echo LuminosApril 20, 2018 GMT

REXBURG — Echo Luminos, the Rexburg Chamber Choir, invites you to participate in the production of Rob Gardner’s "The Lamb of God" oratorio on July 13 and 14.

We are looking for participants for both a 300-person choir, and a 60-plus piece orchestra.

Albertsons Idaho Falls customer wins $1,000,000 playing Monopoly

Staff WriterApril 19, 2018 GMT

BOISE— Albertsons announced today that Idaho Falls customer Mary D. has won a $1 million prize in the Albertsons Companies’ 2018 Monopoly Shop, Play, Win! game. Mary won the prize by shopping at her local store and collecting all eight markers needed to fill up the $1 million cash prize space on the Monopoly game board.

Popov Gymnastics Academy competes in Idaho Women’s Junior Olympic Championships

By Popov Gymnastics AcademyApril 4, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO - Popov Gymnastics Academy competed in the Idaho Women’s Junior Olympic Championships on March 16-18 in Pocatello at the Mountain View Events Center.

The gymnasts from Popov performed routines on vault, uneven bars, floor and balance beam perfected throughout the season.

East Idaho Aquarium opens in Idaho Falls

By ISABELLA ALVES Post RegisterFebruary 1, 2018 GMT

IDAHO FALLS — There aren’t a lot of things to do in Idaho Falls during the winter to escape the cold, so Natalie Zohner wandered into East Idaho Aquarium’s blue halls with her children.

Her kids ran to Finding Nemo-themed fish tanks, pressing their faces against the glass, and played with stuffed eels burrowed into the walls.

BMH and Cardio Renal Centers of America broke ground on a new medical facility in Idaho Falls

By Bingham Memorial HospitalOctober 5, 2017 GMT

BLACKFOOT – Today, Bingham Memorial Hospital (BMH), in conjunction with Cardio Renal Centers of America (CRCA), broke ground on their new, state-of-the-art surgery center, catheterization laboratory, and medical office building in Idaho Falls.

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Courtney JohnsonAugust 18, 2017 GMT

Today

n Renowned military historian Dr. Timothy Mucklow, formerly with the National Security Agency, will offer a free lecture on cryptography today at 6 p.m., in Room 104 of Idaho State University’s College of Business building.

Girl hospitalized after being struck by July 4 parade float in East Idaho

By Nate Sunderland East Idaho NewsJuly 4, 2017 GMT

IDAHO FALLS — A 15-year-old girl sustained non-life-threatening injuries after she was struck by a parade float during the Idaho Falls Independence Day Parade.

Idaho Falls spokeswoman Kerry Hammon says the teen was participating in the parade on a float.

East Idaho woman injured when vehicle overturns near Idaho Falls

Idaho State Police press releaseJune 5, 2017 GMT

On Sunday, June 4, 2017 at approximately 8:40 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle crash eastbound US20 at milepost 302, three miles west of Idaho Falls.

Cecilia Nieto-Ruiz, 38, of Idaho Falls, was eastbound on US20 at milepost 302 in a 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser when the vehicle went off the right shoulder.

Labrador holds gubernatorial campaign rally in Idaho Falls

By Nate Eaton EastIdahoNews.comJune 2, 2017 GMT

IDAHO FALLS — Raul Labrador held his first East Idaho campaign stop Thursday after announcing his candidacy for governor.

The Republican U.S. representative for Idaho’s 1st Congressional District greeted supporters at the Melaleuca Events Center and, after being introduced by his wife, Rebecca, shared why he decided to run for governor.

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Courtney JohnsonJune 1, 2017 GMT

Today

n The Pocatello Art Center, 444 N. Main, will be hosting two new special exhibits as well as a variety of artwork with the theme of “Mountains, Streams, Lakes and Oceans” created by Pocatello Art Center members during the First Friday Art Walk today from 5 to 8 p.m.

Snake River Landing new location for Melaleuca Freedom Celebration

kevensenApril 4, 2017 GMT

Jerry GarnsMelaleuca, which has its headquarters in Idaho Falls, sponsors the yearly Melaleuca Freedom Celebration fireworks show on the Fourth of July.

Teton Toyota of Idaho Falls wins prestigious Toyota President’s Award for 8th time

By Teton ToyotaApril 4, 2017 GMT

IDAHO FALLS - Teton Toyota of Idaho Falls is pleased to announce that it has won the prestigious President’s Award for the eighth time. The award is given annually by Toyota Motor Sales, USA and is awarded to select dealers for their commitment to maintaining Toyota's high standards for customer satisfaction.

Special weather alert: Up to 3 inches of snow expected to fall on Pocatello, Blackfoot, Idaho Falls areas

Journal StaffApril 4, 2017 GMT

Much of Eastern Idaho is expected to receive up to 3 inches of snow Monday night through early Tuesday morning.

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather alert about the snow, urging motorists to use caution.

Two local antique shops highlighted among state’s best

Kendra EvensenMarch 30, 2017 GMT

Two local businesses were recently included among “The 10 Best Antique Stores in Idaho!”

The article published on the AmericanTowns Media’s Best of Idaho website highlights both Black Rail Antiques in Pocatello (9) and The Country Store Boutique in Idaho Falls (10).