Mountain states to see more travel for holiday weekend Jun 27, 2009
In the mountain states Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming 2. 6 million people that account for 11. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Fee gives access to priority tickets Jun 27, 2009
UH will play six road games this season: Washington State in Seattle, Nevada-Las Vegas, Louisiana Tech, Idaho, Nevada and San Jose State. Information is available at 956-6500 and online at. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Woman dies after hit-and-run - Police say investigation still ongoing Jun 27, 2009
It just seems unreal, said brother Trent Felton of Boise, Idaho. Everybody's just trying to accept that it's reality. (Missoulian, MT)
PAT DODDS: Father, son make memories with travels Jun 27, 2009
In other years, we've spent one night in Boise, one night in Las Vegas (no shows, no gambling, just walking from one enormous casino to another) and three nights in Salt Lake City, with a side trip to the home of Napoleon Dynamite in Preston, Idaho. Our only conflict is usually over the car radio -- John wants it on, and I want it off so that I can give my full attention to driving around a strange city. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Oregon Recreation Report Jun 27, 2009
Last modified: Friday, June 26, 2009 2:38 PM PDT. Make plans for an ocean coho fishing trip. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
USF Baseball Blog No. 11 - Garrett Luippold Jun 26, 2009
Lately we have been taking day trips up to Coeur d'Alene Lake in Idaho just thirty minutes away. One of our teammate's host family owns a lake house where we are always welcome to hang out. (Usfdons.com)
Softball teams descend on Capital City Classic Jun 26, 2009
A few teams from Canada will be competing, in addition to a group from Idaho. The tournament annually brings in a ton of revenue to Helena, as teams and families from out of town book hotel reservations and dine out. (Helena Independent Record)
Swine Flu May Have Infected More Than 100,000 Americans Jun 25, 2009
CDC says confirmed cases, including 2 new deaths, may not reflect true reach of the disease. Sunday, May 17, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Guest opinion: How can the EIS process work for MSTI? Jun 25, 2009
In 2007, NorthWestern Energy sent letters to 273 agencies and officials in Montana and Idaho asking them to gather information and return their comments; they were given no deadlines ... Good judgment that says the safety and livelihoods of the people of southwest Montana and Idaho are more important than the federal agencies that would save a sage grouse over the life of a human child. (Montana Standard, MT)
AAA: July 4 travel up slightly in mountain states Jun 25, 2009
AAA says relatively lower unemployment will allow an uptick in travel in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah and Arizona. Article Rating. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Local Sports Briefs Jun 25, 2009
Holt fares well in Idaho. Brad Holt of Kingsburg finished fifth in the Production division at the U.S. Practical Shooting Association Area I Regional in Parma, Idaho. (Fresno Bee)
Region's residents to travel more July 4 Jun 25, 2009
The mountain states (which include Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming) benefit from a relatively low unemployment rate, which is one of the reasons this region will experience travel growth while the eight remaining regions expect a decline, AAA said in a statement. The July 4 holiday is typically the busiest time of year for auto travel, AAA said. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Outdoor buffs praise benefits of camping with four wheelers Jun 25, 2009
com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of. . (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Governor’s absence is no crisis Jun 25, 2009
YOU KNOW THAT THE REPUBLICANS ARE THE NEW DOWN-LOW GAY PARTY,PRETEND YOU ARE A HAPPY MARRIED MAN WITH A WIFE AND KIDS,BUT SECRETLY LIVING A DOUBLE LIFE OF GAY HAPPINESS,LOOK AT THE REPUBLICAN SENATOR FROM IDAHO WHO WAS CAUGHT IN MINN TAPPING THE STALL FOR MALE SEX,LOOK AT THE MARRIED REPUBLICAN SENATOR FROM FLORIDA THAT GOT CAUGHT WITH HIS MALE YOUNG COLLEGE STAFFBOYS,SEE IT IS A PATTERN HERE THAT THE GOP G.AY O.PEN P.ARTY DONT TALK WHAT THEY WALK. Mister Earl. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Oregon Recreation Report (3) Jun 24, 2009
Call Idaho Power Company s recording at 1-800-422-3143 to get information on access at recreational sites or visit their Web site under the Rivers and Recreation heading. Reservoir level information. (Lebanon Express, OR)
America's Forgotten Lands Jun 24, 2009
The lands of the NLCS, largely unknown to most Americans, range from the Carrizo Plain National Monument, the largest remaining grassland in California, to the rock cliffs of Arizona's Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, to the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area in southern Idaho, which has North America's densest population of raptors. Colorado's Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, a carefully preserved rock-walled dwelling of the prehistoric Pueblo Indians, and... (Concierge.com)
Things invade Klamath Falls Jun 24, 2009
Members are from Idaho, Washington, California and Nevada, said 1974 Thing owner Duke Garsema. They are staying in Lakeview, where one person asked Monday night if they all knew one another or met by some cosmic coincidence, said Mare Humeston. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
• Leckenby throws no-hitter as Buhl splits with Skyline Jun 24, 2009
The Twin Falls Cowboys American Legion Baseball Class A team kept building toward a winning Area C record Tuesday as it swept the Idaho Falls Rangers on the road, 8-5 and 10-2 ... Twin Falls 8, Idaho Falls 5 ... Twin Falls 107 000 0 " 8 8 3Idaho Falls 000 040 1 " 5 7 5. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Helping students succeed Jun 23, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal ... And after a 45-year career at Idaho State University doing just that, Frazier said he's looking forward to his upcoming retirement as a time to travel and spend time with family ... But arguably his most notable accomplishments were yet to be made as he went on to be the first teacher in Idaho to teach a black history course during his time at Pocatello High School. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Felony arrest warrant out for peeping, theft suspect Jun 23, 2009
Jesse William Kirk, who last registered in Hayden, Idaho, was identified by an Idaho citizen after an article on the incident appeared in the Independent Record, according to Helena Police Chief Troy McGee. Kirk was released from an Idaho prison on June 1, McGee said, although he was not sure what Kirk was sentenced for ... McGee said Kirk is known to travel throughout Montana and Idaho but was unsure of his possible connection to Helena. (Helena Independent Record)
Ensign to Face the Music Jun 23, 2009
Ted Stevens (Alaska) and Larry Craig (Idaho), while facing scandals of their own, went before the Conference to discuss their respective situations. Ensign, 51, admitted June 16 to having an affair with former staffer Cynthia Hampton, who worked on his campaign committee and is married to his former Administrative Assistant and longtime friend Doug Hampton. (Roll Call)
See the country with a new edition of 'Road Trip USA' Jun 22, 2009
Border to border south to north, from the Rio Grande in Mexico to Jasper National Park in Canada, along US-93 through Arizona, Nevada, Idaho and Montana. The "road to nowhere," US-83 north to south across the heartland of the Plains states, between North Dakota and Matamoros, Mexico, through South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas, past sites ranging from Sitting Bull Memorial to the Alamo. (USA Today -- Travel)
• Hughes, Babbitt shine in 1A-2A-3A all-star game Jun 21, 2009
Hughes, Babbitt shine in 1A-2A-3A all-star game By Ryan HoweTimes-News writer POCATELLO - Despite the close proximity between Declo and Oakley, Tanner Field and Brian Babbitt had never met prior to preparations for Saturday's fifth annual Idaho high school all-star football game at Holt Arena. But by game's end, the newfound friends were posing for pictures together along with the other nine players from the Magic Valley representing team Idaho in the Class 1A-2A-3A game ... Those Magic Valley... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• T.F. Cowboys bounce Bandits Jun 21, 2009
Jerome, which is now 1-3 in Belgrade, will face either the Idaho Falls Royals or Great Falls at 1 p.m. today to conclude its tournament run ... The Kimberly Astros rewarded their long morning of field preparation with a sweep of the visiting Idaho Falls Rangers on Saturday, winning 10-0 and 8-4 ... Kimberly 10, Idaho Falls Rangers 0. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Cubs Chatter: Jody Davis Jun 21, 2009
"It's working out pretty good. There's a lot of travel involved. Our catchers are doing well at each level and we just drafted five or six new ones that I'll be going to Mesa (Ariz.) and Boise (Idaho) to work with in a couple of weeks.". One of your star pupils is Daytona catcher Robinson Chirinos. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
County investigator scores big in police and fire games Jun 21, 2009
Last year, the event was held in Idaho, too far for her to travel with her horse. "There was always something going on that made it too difficult to attend," Reeves said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Keeping Track in the mid-valley Jun 20, 2009
The latest: It took several weeks, but the mayor received a response from an office in Idaho. Basically it said, we understand your concern, but the workers will be receiving COBRA. Konopa said, I wanted them to pay 35 percent so the workers could afford COBRA.. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
• Events Calendar Jun 19, 2009
Magic Valley School of Performing Arts presents the musical "Fiddler on the Roof" at 7 p.m. at the College of Southern Idaho Fine Arts Theater, 315 Falls Ave. W. Tickets are 10 for adults and 6 for students, at Twin Falls Reformed Church or Everybody's Business in Twin Falls, or at the door ... Magic Valley Flute and Art Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, 215 Fair Ave. Festival features flutists, flute and art vendors from Idaho and surrounding Western states,... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
UH travel practices still in review Jun 17, 2009
View our photo galleries of all University of Hawaii sports. Posted on: Tuesday, June 16, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Knight moves Jun 17, 2009
When I'm in Idaho I really like to raft. Whitewater rafting is pretty fun for me but I only get to do that once or twice a year. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sen. Ensign admits extramarital affair Jun 17, 2009
chester11 wrote on Jun 16, 2009 6:44 PM:" LOL!It never ends. Is this the family values you were talking about, Daddy TJ? In that other thread where you said if we split the country (or whatever dimwitted conjecture you were expounding) conservatives will have the family values and no divorces and some other bs you pulled from wherever? Is this an example of those family values?This is why conservatives are a JOKE. More about Ensign (from Wapo):**** "Ensign is a leading conservative voice who... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
A Ketchum cafeteria goes green Jun 17, 2009
The kitchen staff is also working through cooperative Idaho's Bounty and its suppliers to get produce, dairy and other items grown or processed within 150 miles of the Ketchum hospital ... So when it can't get the produce from Idaho, the hospital tries to obtain it from the Western U.S., to minimize its carbon footprint for travel ... com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Idaho State Releases 2009 Soccer Schedule Jun 16, 2009
Pocatello, ID -- Idaho State University head soccer coach has announced the 2009 soccer schedule, a slate that features 17 games, including seven home games, Idaho Governor's Cup matches in Boise, and dates against three conference champions ... Idaho State plays three non-conference home games prior to opening Big Sky play ... On September 4, ISU takes on Idaho in a Governor's Cup game in Boise before playing host and defending champion Boise State on Sunday. (Isubengals.com)
Hopper has high hopes for U-18 Field of Dreams team Jun 16, 2009
Blackwell and Hodges, both of them led their teams to third-place trophies in the Idaho state tournament this last spring, and Tori Brown was on Baker s team and was a first-team, all-league pitcher. She s (Brown) kind of young, but she s going to be tough. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Numbers refute Palin denying energy money Jun 16, 2009
Dan Grant wrote on Jun 14, 2009 11:57 AM:" All you Red State conservatives are living off the tax dollars paid by the Blue States. You too Idaho. You get back $1.20 for every dollar you send to the Federal Government. You can't be called a conservative when you are being helped out by NJ and all the other Blue States but you can be called hypocrites. ". offsoapstone wrote on Jun 14, 2009 11:30 AM:" Let's see palin wants us to be free and Independent from Washington not a bad idea. She turns down... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Car show set today at I.F. Jun 6, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal ... IDAHO FALLS -- Eagles Lodge, in conjunction with Disabled American Veterans, will conduct the sixth annual "Rock-in-Stomp-in" car show today at the lodge, 635 Hemmert, Idaho Falls ... 2009 Idaho State Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Tourney fields will be reduced Jun 6, 2009
and Coeur d'Alene Lakes, Idaho. Benson said the WAC Office has pledged to trim $200,000 from its operating budget from what was described as "ancillary" expenses. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Political Grapevine Jun 6, 2009
And the tough economic times have forced the University of Idaho to cut about $3. 8 million from its budget. (Fox News)
Ravalli to look at rail service Jun 5, 2009
My company is game to throw our hat in the ring in a private-public partnership, said Peter Cooper of Pan-American Railway Inc., a stock corporation in Idaho that is trying to buy railways. You've got yourself a ready, willing and able partner. (Missoulian, MT)
With the Addition of Nebraska to UW's Future Football Schedules, Missouri Series Pushed Back to... Jun 5, 2009
With the Addition of Nebraska to UW's Future Football Schedules, Missouri Series Pushed Back to 2017-18 - WYOMING OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. With the Addition of Nebraska to UW's Future Football Schedules, Missouri Series Pushed Back to 2017-18. (Wyomingathletics.com)
Burman Announces Future Gridiron Schedule Jun 5, 2009
The 2012 Cowboy schedule will include a home game against Toledo and road games at Texas and at Idaho, with one non-conference date yet to fill with the move of the Missouri game to 2018. The Cowboys will play two Big 12 opponents this coming season as they begin a three-game series with the Texas Longhorns on Sept. 12, 2009 in Laramie. (Wyoming Sports -- Rivals.com)
• Dot Foods employees compete in 'Forklift Rodeo' Jun 4, 2009
"Laurie Welch may be reached at or 208-677-8767. Copyright ? 2006, Lee Publications Inc. Magicvalley.com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of .. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• OAS ends Cuba suspension after 47 years Jun 4, 2009
"The Obama administration has hoped its recent overtures to the Cuban government would overcome widespread resentment in the Americas over Washington's long history of isolating Havana.U.S. officials have lifted restrictions on money transfers and travel to the island by Americans with family there and are resuming long-stalled immigration and postal service talks.Associated Press writers Anita Snow in Havana and Ian James in Caracas, Venezuela, contributed to this report.A service of the... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Jerome adds city services for businesses at Crossroads Point Jun 4, 2009
Idaho Code limits the city to only spend from deficits if the funds were retained from prior fiscal years ... com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Welfare bomb may be on Idaho's horizon Jun 4, 2009
Some came to Idaho and their lifestyles clashed with the people that made their living from smelly cow farms, early-morning crop dusters and late-night field-tending with loud tractors ... A lack of pocket money would dictate that their travel will be limited to the closest host state that can provide jobs or a new welfare check, which puts Idaho in the outer ring of the damage path from that welfare bomb ... What will Idaho do if this theory transpires. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
pro-life states have lower abortion rates Jun 3, 2009
Also, there is some ambiguity about the number of abortions in a particular state versus the number by residents of that state; for instance, a lot of women in Idaho travel to Washington to get abortions, which has more liberal abortion laws (there appear to be similar flows from Mississippi into Alabama, South Dakota into North Dakota, and Missouri into Kansas, among others). We report the latter total, with a correction for those women whose state of residence was not identified. (Harper's Magazine)
I-15 work under way Jun 3, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal ... RIGBY -- Construction began Monday on southbound and northbound Interstate 15 north of Idaho Falls, according to the Idaho Transportation Department ... H-K Contractors Inc., of Idaho Falls, was awarded a 3. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• Around the Valley Jun 3, 2009
Computers for Kids, Inc., an organization that restores and distributes used computers to Idaho students, seeks donations in the Magic Valley area ... Program information: Idaho Care Line, 211 ... Reconstruction on a major commerce and commuting route in southern Gooding County is complete and the route is ready to reopen, according to the Idaho Transportation Department. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Power line bill loses its bite Jun 3, 2009
Ontario City Manager Henry Lawrence said the state cash would be combined with money, raised through impact fees, being set aside for intersection improvements on East Idaho Avenue and possibly other maintenance projects along that street. Nyssa plans major improvements on Locust Avenue. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
It's a snapBurley grad Patterson invited to walk-on at Oregon as long snapper Jun 3, 2009
But major programs rarely recruit southern Idaho ... Patterson could make his college football debut back home in Idaho, as Oregon opens the season at Boise State on Sept. 3, a game slated to be broadcast nationally on ESPN. If that's not a big enough stage for a kid from small-town Burley, how about Oct. 10 when the Ducks travel to Los Angeles to play UCLA inside the Rose Bowl ... com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
New passport rules in effect at U.S. borders Jun 2, 2009
"It's overkill," said James French of Lewiston, Idaho, after returning from vacation in British Columbia. "I understand the needs of security because of terrorism. But I think (the border) is safe.". (MSNBC -- Travel)
UCLA Women's Volleyball Announces 2009 Schedule Jun 2, 2009
After facing the host Rebels on Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m., the Bruins take on Loyola Marymount and Idaho on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., respectively. The Bruins continue their non-conference road trip the next weekend in Lincoln, Neb. (Uclabruins.com)
Yellowstone Still a Vacation Favori... Jun 2, 2009
The park spreads through parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho and can be entered into through five separate entrances around the perimeter of the park. The summer season for Yellowstone typically runs from mid-April to the start of November. (Suite101.com)
Jet still missing off Brazil Jun 2, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal ... 2009 Idaho State Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Idaho soldier's death prompts Facebook outpouring Jun 1, 2009
Jonathan Bryce Millward, 28, of Chubbuck, Idaho and Chief Warrant Officer Stanley Blane Hepfner, 29, of Hubbard, Ohio, died when their two-seat OH-58D Kiowa Warrior went down Wednesday on the landing strip at Wheeler Army Airfield on Oahu. Since then, more than 70 people posted comments on a Facebook page dedicated to Millward, including reminiscences of their encounters with the former Idaho State University student ... Jonathan Bryce Millward, 28, of Chubbuck, Idaho and Chief Warrant Officer... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Groups hope to convert old Milwaukee Road rail tracks for recreational use Jun 1, 2009
All those users are invited to share management ideas for 30 miles of rail-trail between St. Regis and the Idaho border at a meeting with Superior District Ranger Sharon Sweeney on Tuesday ... In 1998, the Trail of the Hiawatha bike route began opening segments of the railbed to bicyclists from Lookout Pass west into Idaho ... The Rails-to-Trails movement has a lot of steam, especially when you cross the divide and get to the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes (in Idaho) and link almost all the way to... (Missoulian, MT)
Smokejumpers train in Idaho, then on to Montana Jun 1, 2009
HUNGRY RIDGE, Idaho - The grunts of rookie smokejumpers scampering up trees and hiking miles with 100-pound packs has returned to northcentral Idaho for the first time since 1978, as cost cutting by the U.S. Forest Service prompted the federal agency to hold some regional training classes at this smokejumper base near Grangeville, Idaho ... Another candidate, Bryan Agbalog, 34, works year-round for the Moose Creek district in northcentral Idaho and says smokejumping has always been a personal... (Montana Standard, MT)
Safe passage: Officers keeping closer eye on cycling situations May 31, 2009
Yeager and his wife tour frequently and have cycled from the Idaho border to St. George on their tandem bike ... One of Yeager s favorite routes is from Hyrum to Swan Lake, Idaho. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Copter crash inquiry starts; 2 victims named May 31, 2009
The Army in Hawaii identified the men as Chief Warrant Officer Stanley Blane Hepfner, 29, of Hubbard, Ohio, and Chief Warrant Officer Jonathan Bryce Millward, 28 of Chubbuck, Idaho ... He was a 1999 graduate of Highland High School in Chubbuck and attended Idaho State University ... according to KIDK television in Pocatello, Idaho. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Montana's tourism outlook for summer of 2009: "People just keep coming"Posted on May 31 May 31, 2009
Red Lodge and the rest of the state are likely to see a larger proportion of Montana license plates this summer and maybe a higher percentage of tourists from Wyoming, Idaho and the Dakotas. We know that at least for a while people are going to stay closer to home, said Jim Schaefer, executive director of Custer Country, the southeast Montana tourism region that includes Billings. (Missoulian, MT)
Fremont School Board votes to reduce games May 30, 2009
Each year the Idaho High School Activities Association sets the allowed number of games schools may schedule as part of their sports programs ... He said the Whitehall meet actually is closer than other Idaho events, and the Buhl meet is viewed as being of major benefit to the program. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Love of the game May 30, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal ... Former Idaho State player and Cal transfer Atari Callen plays running back ... But in a town far more interested in Idaho State and high school football, the Predators have found it hard to attract more than a pocket of fans to each of their games at Highland High's field. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Army pilots killed in Wheeler crash named May 30, 2009
Chief Warrant Officer Stanley Blane Hepfner, 29, of Hubbard, Ohio, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jonathan Bryce Millward, 28, of Chubbuck, Idaho, were members of the 25th Infantry Division, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, slated to deploy to Iraq in October ... Chief Warrant Officer Stanley Blane Hepfner, 29, of Hubbard, Ohio, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jonathan Bryce Millward, 28, of Chubbuck, Idaho, were members of the 25th Infantry Division, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, slated to deploy to Iraq... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
New grizzly-tested coolers help bears, campers coexist May 30, 2009
Five orphaned and nuisance bears who make their home at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center in West Yellowstone tested the new coolers for a group called the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee, which includes representatives from U.S. and Canadian wildlife agencies and from the states of Montana, Wyoming, Idaho and Washington. The bears beat and scratched at each cooler for an hour. (USA Today)
2009 Volleyball Schedule Announced May 30, 2009
The `Dogs also have matches at home vs. Idaho, Boise State and Hawai'i in October and host San Jose State on Halloween. In November, the `Dogs head to Hawai'i and host Nevada and Louisiana Tech before hosting Mew Mexico State on Nov. 14 for Senior Night. (Gobulldogs.com)
