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Children’s Museum of the Magic Valley receives $14K grant for preschool programming
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — A new grant for the Children’s Museum of the Magic Valley aims to offer new programming for preschool children. The CMMV received a $14,000 grant from the Idaho Community Foundation to offer programming to children ages five and under. The organization will partner with the Magic Valley Early Learning Collaborative to offer materials and staff training to preschool, childcare centers, and parent cafes around the Magic Valley.
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Stricker Historic Site hosts first Pioneer Boomer Bust scavenger hunt
HANSEN, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Stricker Historic Site will host its first Pioneer Boomer Bust scavenger hunt Saturday, marking 150 years since Herman Stricker purchased the property and celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Lisa Douda, vice president of the Friends of Stricker board, said the free event aims to...
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Children’s Museum hosts fourth annual play takeover Saturday
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Children’s Museum of the Magic Valley will host its fourth annual play takeover Saturday at the yard at Second South Market. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 13 and will transform the outdoor yard space into a children’s museum for the day.
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Twin Falls businesses fly yellow flags as Art and Soul of the Magic Valley kicks off its 16th year
TWIN FALLS, Idaho — More than 60 businesses across Twin Falls are flying yellow flags this month — and that means it's time to vote for your favorite local art. WATCH: Vote for your favorite art in Twin Falls through June 27. Over 60 businesses display work in the 16th annual Art and Soul of the Magic Valley.
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This Historic Idaho General Store Brings Old-Fashioned Goods To A Mountain Road
A general store that has been around since 1894 deserves more respect than any modern shop selling candles named after emotions. Down a southern Idaho mountain road, this old roadside stop still welcomes travelers with the kind of worn-in charm that cannot be faked with rustic décor and a chalkboard sign.
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16th annual Art and Soul of the Magic Valley kicks off
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Magic Valley Arts Council is proud to kick off their 16th annual “Art and Soul of the Magic Valley” in Twin Falls on Friday. The month long event highlights local and out-of-state artists as they showcase their best work in hopes of winning.
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This Idaho Restaurant Serves A French Dip Locals Keep Talking About
Bonjour, my hungry friends, please listen carefully because a French dip this good does not like to be ignored. Somewhere in Idaho, a cozy American restaurant is serving the kind of sandwich that makes people stop mid-bite and suddenly respect au jus like it has diplomatic importance. The bread comes...
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Wendell library receives grant for exterior upgrades
WENDELL, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The city of Wendell has been awarded a $522,379 grant to complete exterior work around its new library. Mayor Rebecca Vipperman said the interior of the library and the exterior shell are completed, and staff are currently moving in. The grant will fund sidewalks, parking, curb and gutter, ADA accessibility features, stormwater drainage and lighting.
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Community Library celebrates 40 years of serving their community
HANSEN, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Hansen residents were invited to Hansen Community Library Monday evening to celebrate 40 years of service to the community. People enjoyed cookies, cake, and got to interact with library staff members. They even got to play book bingo. Eileen Turner, a foundation board member said the Hansen Community Library has some humble beginnings.
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Wills Toyota Golf Tournament crowns winners across five flights
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The fourth annual Wills Toyota Golf Tournament concluded with winners across five flights. In the championship flight, two teams tied for first place with scores of 186. Jordan Atkinson and Brian Atkinson tied with Wyatt Nielson and Gage Huft. Chase Schaniel and Hank Wills...
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Nearly 160 golfers tee off at Wills Toyota tournament
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Nearly 160 golfers headed to the Twin Falls Municipal Course on Saturday morning for the fourth annual Wills Toyota Golf Tournament. The three-day tournament consists of five different flights, featuring a ladies’ and a championship division. Saturday’s format was a McCall scramble with...
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Looking Back: Burley High School has six graduate in first-ever graduation ceremony; and major fire breaks out at local school
IDAHO FALLS — EastIdahoNews.com is looking back at what life was like during the week of May 11 to May 17 in east Idaho history. 1900-1925BURLEY — Burley High School had its first-ever graduation class in 1914 with six students receiving diplomas, the South Idaho Press reported on May 15, 1914. The graduation was going to take place on May 21 inside the Burley Opera House. The graduates were Sylvia Salmon, Rollo Bulkley, Carrie Johnson, Haslett Leigh, Bertha Madsen and Frank Baker. “Seats are free. Children of school age and under 14 years of age are being asked to stay away so that the grown-...
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Kimberly sweeps team titles at 4A state golf tournament
EAGLE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Kimberly swept the team titles at the 4A state golf tournament, with the Bulldogs claiming championships in both the boys and girls flights. Kimberly dominated the boys competition, finishing 14 over par to claim the team title. Filer placed second at 82 over par. Korben...
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Declo boys finish second at 3A state golf tournament; local results
PAYETTE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Declo finished second in the boys team competition at the 3A state golf tournament, shooting 88 over par. Braxton Erickson led Declo with a fifth-place finish at 15 over par. Axel Silcock tied for seventh at 18 over par. Dacx Garrard tied for 18th at 24 over par, Dane Garrard placed 30th at 32 over par and Jake Cameron tied for 40th at 37 over par.