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Traffic detour scheduled at popular intersection this weekend in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — Traffic will detour at the intersection of 17th Street and South Holmes Avenue for part of this weekend. Beginning Sunday at 6 a.m., contractors will work on the traffic signals and apply a seal coat as part of the intersection improvement project. After the seal coat...
Traffic stop leads to seizure of 312 grams of meth, driver charged with trafficking
An Idaho Falls Police officer conducted a traffic stop July 14 which resulted in 312.65 grams of methamphetamine and three fentanyl pills being seized. Eduardo Anguiano-Gonzalez, 38, was charged with felony drug trafficking, felony possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance. He faces a mandatory minimum of three years to life if he is found guilty. He posted bond, which was set at $60,000, but...
Man charged with murder takes back guilty plea, prosecutor files for death penalty
IDAHO FALLS — A man charged with murder has withdrawn his guilty plea, and the state has refiled for the death penalty following new felony charges. Lance Broncho, 23, was recently charged with three counts of felony assault or battery upon certain personnel and felony introducing major contraband to a correctional facility.
Redfish recreation complex begins to reopen
Parts of the Redfish Lake recreation complex have begun reopening, Sawtooth National Recreation Area Ranger Kirk Flannigan said late Friday morning. The complex has been closed since July 12 because of the Bench Lake Fire that began on July 11 one mile west of Redfish Lake.
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...
You’re invited to enjoy the Idaho Falls Zoo after hours
IDAHO FALLS – Visitors can enjoy the Idaho Falls Zoo after hours this Thursday thanks to a special sponsorship from Teton Auto Group. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the zoo because of your work schedule, this is your chance to go. “People work during the...
Anheuser-Busch celebrates Idaho barley growers, commitment to quality
On Tuesday, July 9, Idaho Falls welcomed farmers, community members, and the legendary Budweiser Clydesdales for this year’s Anheuser-Busch Barley Grower Day event. The gathering highlighted the brewer’s longstanding, intergenerational partnerships with Idaho barley growers and celebrated the impact of their contributions on both Anheuser-Busch's business and the local economy. The event also showcased the brewer’s efforts to strengthen U.S. agriculture through research and innovation.
Thousands expected to attend Latter-day Saint Young Single Adult conference in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding a conference for young single adults in Idaho Falls next month. Around 2,000 participants are expected to attend the North America Central YSA Conference that is scheduled to run from Aug. 14-17 at the Mountain America Center.
Officials investigating string of machinery and storage container thefts around eastern Idaho
IDAHO FALLS — Multiple local machinery and towing companies have been on edge this month after someone allegedly stole over $73,500 worth of equipment from them. Mark Hinds, owner of Liberty Container Services in Rigby, says he woke up on July 11 to find a 40-foot light grey shipping container, a skid steer, skid steer attachments, new fencing panels, hand tools, and a wheel kit to move storage containers were gone.
Wednesday American Legion baseball scores – July 24, 2024
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The New Source of Smoke Over Southern Idaho
A line of thundershowers cleared the air briefly, but we woke up Friday morning in the Magic Valley under a shroud of smoke. It’s probably not from any of the lightning strikes Thursday evening, or not all of it is related to new fires. One of the biggest blazes in Idaho is burning in Central/Western Owyhee County. The Silver Fire was first reported on Wednesday. According to the Idaho Fire Map, it looks to be among the largest currently roasting in the state. It doesn’t appear to rival the multiple blazes scorching eastern Oregon, but there’s a history of massive fires in Owyhee County.
ICYMI: Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting July 24
Watch the full recap of the July 24 Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting in Pocatello. Topics covered include: the 2024-2030 Elk Management Plan, 2025-2027 Fisheries Seasons, and proposed legislation to allow limited spearfishing of some game fish. 00:00:05 - Opening Comments. 00:01:40 - Review of Public Comment. 00:09:21 -...
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