Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in town; City Officials Take a Ride
The video posted above shows an original Oscar Mayer wiener commercial. IDAHO FALLS – The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is in east Idaho this week and several city officials took a ride Tuesday morning....
View ArticlePreston man sentenced for receiving child pornography
The following is a news release from the U.S. District Attorney’s Office. POCATELLO — D. Gregory Schvaneveldt, 40, of Preston, has been sentenced to 96 months in prison followed by seven years of...
View ArticleBlackfoot man indicted on weapon charges
POCATELLO — Matthew G. Burgett, 24, of Blackfoot, Idaho, was indicted today by a federal grand jury sitting in Pocatello for the unlawful possession of firearms in violation, U.S. Attorney Wendy J....
View ArticleIdaho Falls Woman accused of stealing nearly $300 worth of clothes
IDAHO FALLS – A woman was arrested Tuesday after allegedly stealing merchandise worth nearly $300 from a retailer. Tianna M. Wilde, 29, is charged with burglary after police say stole $277 of clothing...
View ArticleRexburg teen who lost 60 lbs: “If you’re fat, you can change”
REXBURG – A teenager is using his own struggle with weight to try and inspire others who are battling the bulge. Peter Cornell, 15, has lost sixty pounds over the past year and says he’s never felt...
View ArticleWin a ride on the Wienermobile to free lunch
Free lunch at Gandolfo’s New York Deli, a ride on the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and memories that will last a lifetime! EastIdahoNews.com is giving away the ULTIMATE HOT DOG PRIZE PACKAGE and you...
View ArticleTai Pan Trading says it’s coming to Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — Tai Pan Trading Co., a home decor store chain based in Salt Lake City, recently posted on Facebook that it is coming to Idaho Falls. Read the announcement here. Efforts to reach Jon Lee,...
View ArticleA local underground home strong enough for a zombie apocalypse
RIGBY — Underground homes aren’t exactly the rage in eastern Idaho, but for a few locals the unique dwelling type is perfect for their needs. Dennis and Holly Rocks of Rigby build their home with...
View ArticleKids – you and three friends can win a ride in the Wienermobile Friday
Kids – listen up! You and three of your friends could win a ride on the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile! EastIdahoNews.com is giving away a ride around your neighborhood Friday morning and you could be...
View ArticlePolice: Woman runs to local high school to escape violent man
IDAHO FALLS – A local man is facing felony domestic battery charges after he was arrested by Idaho Falls police Wednesday afternoon. Taylor R. Brooks, 20, was also booked into the Bonneville County...
View ArticleEastIdahoNews.com surprises Idaho Falls family with Wienermobile ride
IDAHO FALLS – Jonie Barg’s family loves the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. They were introduced to the iconic vehicle several years ago when they spotted the hot dog cruiser at an Idaho Falls grocery store....
View ArticleEITC hosting open house featuring business program
IDAHO FALLS – Eastern Idaho Technical College is hosting an open house for its growing business program. Having business education can serve as a valuable asset in any field, Business Office and...
View ArticleIdaho Falls woman wins ride to lunch on the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
IDAHO FALLS – A local woman won a big surprise Thursday as the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile showed up at her house and took her to lunch. Erica Catalan was one of hundreds to enter the EastIdahoNews.com...
View ArticleThe ghost town of Chesterfield
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View ArticleKunz family: If you see DeOrr, please ask him this question
IDAHO FALLS — The grandmother of a missing toddler says if you see someone you believe is DeOrr Kunz, ask the child his name. Trina Bates Clegg says DeOrr knows who he is and even knows the names of...
View ArticleEast Idaho Eats: Exotic meats at The Frosty Gator
IDAHO FALLS — The Frosty Gator has been grilling up tasty bites and serving savory pub style eats for many years in downtown Idaho Falls. “Their burger’s pretty hard to beat,” customer Mike Silver...
View Article“Ultimate Illusionist” Promises Elaborate Idaho Falls Magic Show
IDAHO FALLS – He calls himself “The Ultimate Illusionist” and Jay Owenhouse promises to give his audience a crowd tonight at the Civic Auditorium. Owenhouse says he’ll break new ground with a new...
View ArticleCity Officials: Rexburg water safe to drink
REXBURG — City officials have issued a statement confirming it is safe for residents to drink Rexburg water. Earlier on Friday, Oct. 30, Eastern Idaho Public Health District issued a precautionary...
View ArticleAwe, curiosity over sudden, huge ‘gash’ in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains
img .pic {width:100%;} (CNN) — Some call it “The Crack.” To others, it’s “The Gash.” And a few may see it simply as a case of the Earth opening up and swallowing itself. Whatever the label, the...
View ArticleShelley woman dies after jumping from moving car
BLACKFOOT – A 28-year-old Shelley woman died after deputies say she jumped from a moving vehicle Sunday evening. Codi Edwards was pronounced dead Monday morning at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical...
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