Man who invented Flamin’ Cheetos as a janitor will be visiting east Idaho
IDAHO FALLS — The inventor of one of the world’s most popular snack foods will be visiting east Idaho and the public is invited to hear him speak. Richard P. Montanez created Flamin’ Hot Cheetos while...
View ArticleEITC expands course offerings in Driggs
“The Care and Feeding of Your Bicycle,” which is taught by Micheal Woodruff, has proven to be the most popular course this semester. | Scott Stuntz DRIGGS — Eastern Idaho Technical College (EITC), in...
View ArticleBannock County to aid in Preston murder-suicide tragedy
The Spillett family POCATELLO — Bannock County officials have agreed to lend a helping hand to a neighbor in the midst of tragedy. Commissioners Ken Bullock and Terrel Tovey have approved a request by...
View ArticleWinter weather forecast for eastern Idaho through Friday
EastIdahoNews.com file photo IDAHO FALLS — A winter storm system is hammering eastern Idaho, and will continue to do so Friday. Flood warnings also remain in effect. The National Weather Service in...
View ArticleIdaho state reps talk about cutting taxes
Reps. Dell Raybould, left, and Ron Nate REXBURG — Reps. Dell Raybould and Ron Nate, both R-Rexburg, gave updates on two tax bills going through the Legislature during the Rexburg Area Chamber of...
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Northern Utah woman wanted for automobile homicide arrested in Pocatello
Eska M. Bird | Pocatello Police Department POCATELLO – A Utah woman facing multiple charges in connection to a four-car accident that resulted in her husband’s death was arrested by Pocatello police...
View ArticleCheesemaker Sargento recalls sliced cheese products over listeria concerns
Courtesy CNN (CNN) — Sargento Foods Inc. is expanding a recall over its products and has ended its relationship with its supplier over potential listeria contamination of its cheeses. The company, one...
View ArticleThree years after tragedy, family reminds community of CO dangers
POCATELLO — Three years ago Wednesday four members of the Bill Parrish family died from carbon monoxide poisoning. Their tragic deaths left their family and the Pocatello community in shock. “We...
View ArticleSnow storm closes long stretches of Interstate 84 and Idaho 81
A traffic camera on Interstate 84. | Idaho Transportation Department POCATELLO — The Idaho Transportation Department has closed a significant portion of Interstate 84 due to blowing snow and reduced...
View ArticleGrammy-Nominated Country Duo to Perform in Idaho Falls During Eclipse
The following is a news release from the city of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS — On Monday, August 21, 2017, Idaho Falls residents will join millions of Americans as we gaze at the sky to witness a...
View ArticleMcDonald’s Creates Re-engineered Straws for Shamrock Shake
IDAHO FALLS — McDonald’s USA is launching a limited-edition straw designed by a team of aerospace and robotic engineers. The release of the straw comes in conjunction with a new chocolate Shamrock...
View ArticleShelley’s road to a lasting pothole solution
Courtesy photo SHELLEY — Annual frustration about potholes on State Street/U.S. Highway 91 has city officials looking for a lasting solution. Dozens of large potholes plague the 2-mile stretch of U.S....
View ArticleBingham County updates road closures
BLACKFOOT — Temperature fluctuations have caused flooding issues in Bingham County, and the Bingham County Road and Bridge department has issued an updated list of road closures. Several roads have...
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$500,000 donation leads to New Education Center at the Idaho Falls Zoo
The building design shown is a preliminary design. | Courtesy city of Idaho Falls The following is a news release from the city of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Falls City Council unanimously...
View ArticleDistracted driving leads to drug arrest for man, woman
Christine Evans & Celestino Hernadez | Pocatello Police Department POCATELLO — Police say distracted driving led to a traffic stop which yielded nearly 25 grams of meth. Christine Evans, 37, was...
View Article28 pronghorns killed in ‘most offensive case of poaching’ officer has seen
The following is a news release from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. IDAHO FALLS – Conservation Officers with the Idaho Department of Fish & Game (IDFG) are seeking assistance from the...
View ArticleLocal businesses team up to send teens to national competition
Wyatt Peck, Wesley Kallgren, Asefa Wetzel and Shane Henderson. | Via GoFundMe STAR VALLEY, Wyoming — Four track and field athletes are now on the final stretch toward earning a national title. Wyatt...
View ArticleFree health screenings at EIRMC Heart & Health Fair this weekend
EastIdahoNews.com file photo The following is a news release from Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. IDAHO FALLS — Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center will hold its 29th annual Heart & Health...
View ArticleMan rushed to hospital after being pinned under truck on I-86
Courtesy KPVI The following is a news release from Idaho State Police. POCATELLO — On Friday, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle injury crash eastbound I-86...
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East Idaho Eats: Delightful gourmet sandwiches at Efresh
“G to tha P” sandwich Efresh Address: 302 E Center, Pocatello Phone: (208) 242-3747 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday : 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday to Saturday : 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. POCATELLO — For this week’s...
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