Sunderland: The blessings and challenges of a heart transplant
After 47 days at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah I was finally discharged. EDITOR’S NOTE: I’ve included a section at the end of this article about my actual transplant surgery. Just a...
View ArticleMan who allegedly eluded police released hospital, booked into jail
William Stebelton | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A 34-year-old parolee has been released from the hospital after he allegedly fled from police and crashed into parked cars. Idaho...
View ArticleFelon found in possession of a firearm and allegedly providing alcohol to a...
Joel Santos | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A convicted felony has been arrested after allegedly possessing an illegal firearm. Police say they responded to the 700 block of May...
View ArticleVehicular manslaughter defendant waives preliminary hearing
Nicholas Perea | Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com IDAHO FALLS — A California man has waived his preliminary hearing in a local vehicular manslaughter case. Nicholas Perea, 20, has been charged...
View ArticleHere’s why you should plan on delays at the DMV for the next month
The following is a news release from the Department of Motor Vehicles. BOISE — The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is installing new software that affects systems for driver’s licenses,...
View ArticleComedian Howie Mandel coming to east Idaho
The following is a news release from Fort Hall Casino. FORT HALL — Fort Hall Casino is excited to announce that Howie Mandel will be performing at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Event Center on Friday,...
View ArticleLocal man killed in rollover accident near Shoshone
The following is a news release from the Idaho State Police. SHOSHONE — Idaho State Police are investigating a crash at 385 E Highway 26, east of Shoshone that left one man dead on Tuesday morning....
View ArticleEast Idaho Elects: A closer look at who’s running for office in Bannock County
POCATELLO — November elections are only a few weeks away, and the race for the White House isn’t the only contest on the ballot. Bannock County residents will decide several key positions in the state...
View ArticlePocatello man crashes during flight from police
Marcus V. Tharpe | Pocatello Police Deparment POCATELLO — A 35-year-old man is in custudy after allegedly fleeing from police and crashing early Wednesday morning. Marcus V. Tharpe was stopped for...
View ArticleExodus Escape Rooms opening in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — Steve and Jennifer Jones are getting ready to open what will be a first for Idaho Falls. Exodus Escape Rooms – which will be located at 387 Park Avenue. An escape room is a physical...
View ArticleFreddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers breaks ground in Rexburg
The following is a news release. REXBURG — Fast-casual restaurant franchise, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, recently broke ground at 42 N. Second E. near Brigham Young University-Idaho on...
View ArticleTrading a sheriff’s star for military badge
Courtesy photo REXBURG — The Madison County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to one of their own today as he prepares for deployment with the Air National Guard based out of Great Falls, Montana. Officer...
View Article‘Bear World’ exit on southbound U.S. 20 to close forever Monday
The following is a news release from the Idaho Department of Transportation. RIGBY — The 4300 West (Bear World Drive) junction with southbound U.S. 20 will close permanently Monday, Oct 24. The...
View ArticleGreat earthquake ShakeOut planned today
The following is a news release from the American Red Cross. IDAHO FALLS — The Great ShakeOut is set for today at 10:20 a.m. It’s a day when millions of people all around the world will practice...
View ArticleParents scratching their heads at school district’s lice policy
A child being inspected with a metal nit comb. IDAHO FALLS — Bleaching the house, washing bedding in piping hot water, boiling brushes, and burning all of your hats and hoodies — well maybe not that...
View ArticleBYU-Idaho promoting networking through Power to Become event
Hundreds gather for the Power to Become conference during Winter Semester 2016. | Courtesy photo REXBURG– Brigham Young University-Idaho is bringing back the professionals while helping others discover...
View ArticleLocal fire department teams up with American Red Cross to replace smoke alarms
Courtesy photo AMMON — Dozens of families are now safer after a local fire department and the American Red Cross installed new smoke alarms in local homes. Ammon Fire Department personnel, along with...
View ArticleAttorney General to hold open meeting seminar in Idaho Falls
The following is a news release from the Idaho Attorney General’s Office. IDAHO FALLS — Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Idahoans for Openness in Government are inviting the public to attend a...
View ArticleLocal man installs cameras after thieves target home five times
POCATELLO — A local man says he’s fed up with thieves targeting his home. He’s been burglarized many times and, in the latest incident, he caught the culprit on camera. It happened on Oct. 11 a little...
View ArticleBull Moose Shot and Left to Waste in Southeast Idaho
A bull moose was shot and left to waste on private property just south of Fish Creek Summit near Lava Hot Springs. The incident likely took place on the evening of October 14 or the morning of October...
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