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Idaho State University events this week

Join Idaho State University's Debate Society for a public debate on Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the North/Middle Fork room upstairs in the Pond Student Union. The debate will explore the resolution: Veterans Day and Election Day should be merged into one federal holiday to allow people to vote. The event is free, and all are invited to attend. Refreshments and treats will be provided.

Pocatello, ID · 2d

Idaho Capital Sun

In eastern Idaho’s Bannock County, officials find 333 uncounted ballots week after election

A week after the midterm election, Idaho election officials reported more than 300 ballots went uncounted on election night in an eastern Idaho county. The Office of the Idaho Secretary of State on Tuesday afternoon announced that 333 uncounted ballots had been identified during a post-election review in one precinct in Bannock County. State election […]

Bannock County, ID · 2d

Idaho State Journal

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'It’s a blessing now’: Pocatello veteran reflects on how PTSD took his marriage and fueled his drive

POCATELLO — Looking back on his life some 50-plus years since the events that led to his post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, Michael Sasseen can see that the disorder isn’t just responsible for driving the behaviors that led him to lose all the precious things in his life. Sasseen believes his PTSD is also behind what he calls a life of overachieving, a driving force pushing him to take on the next project or pursue the next accomplishment, all of it in an effort to never allow the disorder to take hold of him. “I have mastered so many things in my life just running from my PTSD,” Sasseen said. “I had to keep this PTSD brain busy.” But it isn’t just PTSD that Sasseen struggles with. He’s also been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and he’s dyslexic. Even as a kid, Sasseen was focused on achieving and talks about his first job bagging groceries at a local store in Memphis, Tenn., where he grew up. “My first job was at nine years old. I was standing on a milk crate bagging groceries,” he said. “When I wasn’t standing on the milk crate bagging groceries, I

Pocatello, ID · 14h

Idaho Press

Update on Idaho counties with vote-tally troubles

Bannock County became the latest Idaho county to uncover a post-election reporting problem after officials found 333 ballots from the Pocatello 2 Precinct missing from election-night totals. The votes have now been added, and none of the county’s races changed outcome. Find out how the discrepancy was caught and why state officials say the reconciliation process is a critical election safeguard . Full recount verifies Latah County results More than 2,300 early-voting ballots were missing from Latah County’s public election-night totals, but a complete recount has confirmed that the mistake did not alter any winners. Officials traced the problem to results that were counted by tabulation machines but not fully transferred to the state reporting system. See how close one local levy came to its required approval threshold and how the recount was conducted . Also: Boise hits pause on mega data centers Boise has temporarily shut the door on applications for large data centers while city officials study how such projects could affect water, power and land use. The six-month moratorium drew strong public support and could be followed by an interim ordinance as the city works toward permanent regulations. Learn what types of projects are covered by the

Bannock County, ID · 17h

cachevalleydaily.com

Preston, Montpelier health care providers awarded $3.86 million in Idaho rural health funding

PRESTON — Health care providers serving residents of Franklin and Bear Lake counties will receive nearly $3.9 million in federal funding as part of Idaho's $186 million first-year investment in improving rural health care across the state. Gov. Brad Little announced that Idaho has completed its first-year funding awards...

Preston, ID · 3d

swxlocalsports.com

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Talking Zags: Isiah Harwell on his journey from Pocatello to Gonzaga and finding his new home

SPOKANE, Wash. — Isiah Harwell's basketball journey started in Pocatello, Idaho, where his father helped build the foundation for what has become a promising career. Now, the 6-foot-6 sophomore guard is beginning a new chapter at Gonzaga, and he's already making an impression in a Zag uniform. Harwell sat...

Spokane, WA · 2d

KIFI Local News 8

Tree Lighting, Light Parade and Concert coming to Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel

The holiday magic is arriving at the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel on November 22, with a community celebration featuring a tree lighting, light parade and a free concert.

Fort Hall, ID · 1d

Idaho State Journal

Heart of a Servant: Hometown Hero Jordan Johnson reflects on duty, family and gratitude

POCATELLO — Veterans Day often means different things to different people. For Pocatello police Cpl. Jordan Johnson, service to his fellow man is a huge honor and responsibility, a standard of excellence formed by the heroes who came before him. Johnson’s family has a history of service in the military that spans generations. Both of his grandfathers served, something he took to heart when he enlisted in the Idaho Army National Guard at 17. “They came before me and they cleared a path,” Johnson said. “To be able to be counted among them has been this very sacred honor because I always looked up to them so much. So to have people put me in the same category as them is hard for me to fathom.” Johnson was recognized as Idaho State University’s Hometown Hero at a recent football game. His achievements in service have a far-reaching impact, but he said the part of the day he will remember is watching his oldest son smile. “My oldest son has special needs, and we weren’t sure how he would do, because he struggles in environments like that,” Johnson said. “He was the one holding the football, and he had a big

Idaho State Journal

Idaho Foodbank sets 1 million meal goal for holiday campaign in eastern Idaho

POCATELLO — The Idaho Foodbank has started its annual Hope for the Holidays campaign, with a goal of providing food for 1 million meals in eastern Idaho over the next two months. About 1 in 7 people in eastern Idaho face food insecurity, including 1 in 6 children, the organization said. The foodbank and 150 local partner groups serve nearly 44,000 people in the region each month. Foodbank President and CEO Randy Ford said high prices for food and other basic goods continue to add stress for families during the holidays, and he urged residents to take part in the campaign. Several fundraisers run statewide. Customers at participating Albertsons stores can buy Holiday Bucks at checkout through Dec. 31 as part of the chain’s Feed Joy campaign, and Maverik is collecting round-up donations at its stores. On Giving Tuesday, Dec. 1, donations to the foodbank will be matched up to $10,000 by Rodger and Cynthia Shaver. In eastern Idaho, a Light the World Giving Machine will operate at ICCU Headquarters, 4400 Central Way in Chubbuck, sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for 6 p.m. Nov. 13, and donations will be accepted

Idaho · 1d

skylinesportsmt.com

Big Sky Breakdown: Jordan Tripp on Griz vs. Idaho State & knocking Jordan Cook off his spot

Skyline Sports analyst and former NFL linebacker Jordan Tripp joins Colter Nuanez to preview Montana’s showdown with Idaho State in Missoula, a game that could swing the Griz playoff picture ahead of the Brawl of the Wild. They break down why the Griz have to pressure Jordan Cook and...

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Newsweek

Idaho Election Officials Find 2,675 Ballots Left Out of Results

Thousands of ballots were missing from reported results or went uncounted on election night.

Latah County, ID · 1d

Idaho State Journal

Farm Bureau salutes Idaho veterans

POCATELLO — It was standing room only Nov. 6 during the 14th Annual Farm Bureau Salute to Idaho Veterans, which honors U.S. military veterans for their service and sacrifices on behalf of the nation. Farm Bureau Insurance Co. of Idaho employees work with local veterans groups to organize and...

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KIFI Local News 8

Light the World Giving Machines kick off 2026 holiday season in Chubbuck on Friday

CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI)- The Light the World Giving Machine initiative is returning to Eastern Idaho for the 2026 holiday season, beginning Friday, Nov. 13, with a kickoff celebration at the Idaho Central Credit Union headquarters in Chubbuck. Organized annually by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the initiative features customized vending kiosks that

Chubbuck, ID · 1d

East Idaho News

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A Secret Santa steps in for couple with baby battling brain tumors

AMMON — A local Secret Santa is spreading holiday cheer across eastern Idaho, giving away $1 million to people who deserve a little extra magic this Christmas. Amber and her husband are currently going through a frightening ordeal with their son. He was born in April and has been in and out of doctors’ appointments several times a week. In July, they found he had fluid in his brain and was flown from EIRMC to Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, where they did an MRI and found tumors in his brain. He has since been diagnosed with Pilomyxoid Astrocytoma and is currently at home on oxy...

Eastern Idaho, ID · 23h

East Idaho News

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Stones Auto Group wants your help ‘filling the trunks’ for local food banks

IDAHO FALLS – Stones Auto Group wants your help “filling the trunks” to provide food for people in need this holiday season. From now through Dec. 1, each of the company’s dealership locations is hosting a food drive. Patrons are asked to help “fill the trunks” of vehicles at each dealership location with non-perishable food items. The items will be donated to local food banks. Stones Toyota in Rexburg is collecting donations for the Family Crisis Center and Second Helpings Food Bank. Idaho Falls donations will benefit the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket. The Idaho Foodbank will be the recip...

Idaho Falls, ID · 1d

Idaho State Journal

Reel Colorful: Historic Pocatello theater unveils bold new murals

POCATELLO — For 77 years, the building at 310 E. Oak St. has been a fixture of the community, a locally owned movie theater that has drawn generation after generation through its doors. Now it is stepping into its next act, with new murals sprawled across its exterior. The theater opened in 1949 as the Crest Theatre and reemerged in 1986 as the Reel Theatre. Saundra Lewis began managing it in 1988 and bought it in 2000. The Reel has functioned as a second-run movie house for decades and recently replaced its weathered and chipped mural with brand-new displays from local artist Nick Hottmann. The previous pitted patina of the exterior walls got a new cream coat over the summer, which laid the foundation for Hottmann’s contemporary-meets-classic design. Lewis worked closely with Hottmann on a design that would be a spiritual successor to the 2011 mural painted by local high schoolers. Lewis said the theater initially tried to save the older mural. The paint kept flaking whenever workers tried to stabilize it, and an attempt to have Hottmann add to it failed. After 15 years in the elements, Lewis decided to start fresh. The new artwork keeps the theater’s old

eastidahonews.com

Photo of the Week: 6 local teams claim spots in football semis

EASTERN IDAHO — With quarterfinal victories, Rockland, West Side, Sugar-Salem, Hillcrest, Rigby and Highland all booked spots in the Idaho High School Football State Championship semifinals. The Bulldogs, Pirates, Diggers and Trojans will all host games this week, while the Knights and Rams will be on the road —...

Idaho · 3d

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