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Idaho State Journal
Growing up during the war
“They ate it, drank it, slept it, and talked it,” said local resident and long-time lawyer Vern Herzog. He was talking about the prevailing mindset of the adults around him as he grew up in Pocatello during World War II. Herzog and his family lived on 13th Street in...
East Idaho News
Tiny buildings, big memories: Pocatello native recreates local landmarks
POCATELLO — When one of downtown Pocatello’s most recognizable buildings disappeared this summer, Jonah Saunders decided to preserve a little piece of its history. The Pocatello native created a detailed 3D replica of the Monarch Building, which was demolished this summer after standing downtown for more than a century. The mini can be used as an ornament or display piece. Built in 1909, the Monarch was a longtime fixture in downtown Pocatello. A devastating fire in 2014 left the building vacant, and after years of efforts to save it, the city ultimately determined it needed to come down. “The...
Idaho State Journal
Miss Shoshone-Bannock chosen, 50th to earn title
FORT HALL — After showing off talents in everything from traditional dances to roasting a rock chuck, Miss Shoshone-Bannock candidate Taylor Thomas beat out fellow contestant Niavitsi Yabeney by just three points to take the crown Friday evening. Thomas became the 50th young woman to earn the honor. The...
Idaho State Journal
Lethal atlatl: Ancient weapon comes to ISU museum
POCATELLO — Animal artifacts from beasts that roamed ancient Idaho share space with a weapon some of them feared at the Idaho Museum of Natural History. It’s the new atlatl display made possible by donations from Boise resident and Idaho State University graduate Rich Howard. The atlatl was...
East Idaho News
Gallery: Our pictures from the 2026 Slam Demolition Derby at the Eastern Idaho State Fair
BLACKFOOT – The 2026 September Slam Demolition Derby, put on by the Blackfoot elks lodge, brought more than 50 cars across multiple classes to the Eastern Idaho State Fair, with drivers ages 15 and up coming from Idaho, Utah, Wyoming and beyond to compete. Several cars were decked out in red, white and blue to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. From dirt flying and hard-hitting collisions to cars rolling over and battling until the end, fans were treated to plenty of action throughout the night. The September Slam traditionally serves as the final event of the Eastern Idaho State Fair, bri...
Idaho State Journal
Idaho State-Civic Symphony announces newest season: ‘Anchors in the Storm’
POCATELLO — The Idaho State-Civic Symphony is proud to present its 2026-2027 season, "Anchors in the Storm.” Conducted and curated by Nell Flanders, this season’s musical voyage brings audiences back to the beloved classics of the symphonic repertoire, including Beethoven, Britten, and Tchaikovsky, and familiar guest artists to bring the stage to life once again: the amazing vocalist, Kristin Renee Young, and the timeless Native American flutist, Hovia Edwards. In the beautiful lights of the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall at the Stephens Performing Arts Center, each performance invites audiences to reflect on personal sources of strength and resilience: their own anchors in a sea of uncertainties. Through music, the Symphony explores the many ways we find stability, meaning and connection in the midst of life’s storms.
Idaho State Journal
Lookout Shootout Golf Tournament sets record with $40,000 donation to local schools
POCATELLO — Lookout Credit Union presented Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 administrators and athletic directors with a $40,000 donation Thursday, the largest total ever raised by the credit union’s annual Lookout Shootout Golf Tournament. The gift, made in memory of longtime educator John McCarthy, will be split evenly among Pocatello, Highland and Century high schools to support athletics and extracurricular programs for students who might otherwise be unable to participate. Cole Chevrolet and Cole Nissan Kia served as title sponsor for the 10th consecutive year. Organizers said team registration for this year’s tournament sold out in 45 minutes, with sponsor participation and prize offerings exceeding previous years. “The Lookout Shootout continues to show what’s possible when our community comes together for a shared purpose,” said BJ Fillingame, Lookout Credit Union’s vice president of marketing. “This tournament is about more than a day of golf — it’s about creating opportunities for local students and giving our schools additional resources to help them succeed. We’re incredibly grateful to every sponsor, golfer, volunteer and community partner who helped make that possible.” The tournament and donation honored McCarthy, who spent 33 years as a teacher, coach and administrator in the school district before his death
East Idaho News
Photo Gallery: The exciting but dangerous world of Indian Relay racing
Note: As a bonus to our readers who have followed us into Year 3, the East Idaho Sports staff will post a special story on Sundays – Could be a column, opinion, feature, or just something fun and goofy. Hope you enjoy, and thanks again for coming along on this journey. BLACKFOOT — One of the Eastern Idaho State Fair’s signature attractions is undoubtedly the Indian Relay races, where racing teams battle in three-lap bareback races featuring horse exchanges between each lap. While teams come from across the region to compete in the “National Indian Relay Championship,” it was teams from Fort Ha...
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Duane and Lisa Betts Launch the Betts Family Foundation
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and guitarist Duane Betts and his wife, Lisa Betts, unveil The Betts Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization created to support the people, ideas and traditions that give local communities their identity. Built from a life in music, design and community, the Foundation is rooted in a simple...
East Idaho News
One of BYU-Idaho’s most-requested artists is returning to campus
REXBURG — One of BYU-Idaho’s most requested musical artists is returning to Rexburg for a third time. Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jake Scott will perform Friday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Hart Auditorium. Scott is known for melody-driven pop songs including “Tuesdays,” “Favorite T-Shirt” and “Like No One Does.” BYU-Idaho says his return has been highly requested by students. The Fayetteville, Arkansas, native began attracting attention with his 2013 debut EP, Of Life and Love and Longing, which landed on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart. Beginning in 2018, Scott independently wr...
East Idaho News
Bluegrass on the Snake returns to Rigby with three days of toe-tapping music
RIGBY – A local couple invites you to celebrate one of America’s renowned musical genres during a three-day festival. The third annual Bluegrass on the Snake is happening Sept. 11 to Sept. 13 at the Rigby Rodeo Grounds. Nine bands throughout the Pacific Northwest will be performing during the event. Performances will be happening from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Jake Workman, of Draper, Utah, former guitarist for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, will headline the festival and host a two-hour guitar workshop on Saturday morning. Worksho...
East Idaho News
GALLERY: Eastern Idaho State Fair hosts thousands of fair-goers as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary
BLACKFOOT — With cooler temperatures and the Labor Day weekend, the Eastern Idaho State Fair hosts thousands of attendees as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. The theme for this year’s fair was Red, White and Blue Jeans with numerous pairs of jeans strewn about the fair grounds. For those looking at more patriotic things to do, the EISF’s food vendors have gone all out to create unique dishes to celebrate America’s 250 in colorful or calorie dense options. RELATED | Worth every bite, here’s a look at the food that’s coming to the Eastern Idaho State Fair Whether it is roaming around t...