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The founders were woke; why aren’t you?
"The pure conservative is fighting against the progress of the universe." — Alfred North Whitehead
The Buddha (the “Awakened One”) was woke. Jesus was woke. The Greek and Roman philosophers were woke. Medieval Islamic philosophers were woke. Influenced by them, St. Thomas Aquinas became woke.
The Renaissance and Enlightenment thinkers awakened Europe. Adam Smith, founder of free market economics, was woke. Our founders, children of the Enlightenment, were woke. M. K. Gandhi was woke and so was Martin Luther King Jr. More and more corporations are waking up.
So what’s wrong with being woke? For one thing, it was, for some, a dangerous occupation. Socrates, Jesus, Gandhi and MLK died for their beliefs, but we are indebted to them for establishing the moral and political principles of world civilization.
Jesus more woke than the Buddha
The Buddha and Jesus were woke because they dared to include people that earlier had been ostracized. The Buddha condemned the caste system (sadly still present in India), and small minds criticized Jesus for embracing all people regardless of social status. For him the sin of Sodom was brutal inhospitality (Matt. 10: 5-15), not homosexuality.
Being woke is a relative term. Jesus was more awake than the Buddha because he embraced women. (The Buddha strongly resisted the ordination of women.) Even the Apostle Paul (the “early” one) gives equal status to several women, including Priscilla, Julia and Phoebe (who is given the title “deacon”).
In my extensive reading in ancient philosophy, only Jesus and Laozi could be called proto-feminists. It is a sad fact that sexism has a much longer history than racism, and both continue today as humankind’s major scourges. For more see bit.ly/3QtqcS5.
Greeks, Stoics, Muslims and Aquinas
The Greeks gave us democracy (almost as limited in franchise as our founders) and the principle of reasoned discourse. The Roman Stoics envisioned a world in which all humans are equal citizens (“cosmopolitans”) living by law, reason and virtue. Sounds very much like a woke United Nations, doesn’t it?
Many people don’t know that Muslim scholars were the first to translate Greek philosophy and science and, apart from China, they created the most enlightened and advanced culture in the medieval world. It is sad to see that far too many Christians and Muslims have reverted to their own versions of unwoke fundamentalism.
Were it not for Latin translations of the Arabic translation of the Greeks, we would not have had St. Thomas Aquinas’s brilliant synthesis of reason and revelation. In his works he called on the authority of the Islamic thinker Averroes and elevated him to the title “The Philosopher.”
Enlightenment and Renaissance
With the discovery of more Greek texts in Constantinople, the Renaissance was a rebirth of Greek “wokeness,” and Enlightenment political philosophy dissolved the oppressive distinction between the peasants (the servi) and the free nobles (the liberi) and the elimination of the divine right of kings. Those who are still asleep are still seduced by autocrats such as Donald Trump and allow them to undermine democratic ideals.
Under this revolutionary political philosophy — we call it classical liberalism — all people are noble born liberi, who, in the framework of free, reasoned debate (what happened to that in the U.S.?), can choose their leaders in democratic elections. “Liberal” arts education (even most Christians believe in this) was established to prepare youth for life in a free society.
The founders: men and women
From the English philosopher John Locke our founding thinkers took the balance of political powers and the separation of church and state. America was one of the first secular societies in modern history, against which the “unwoke” religious right still rails.
I use the phrase “founding thinkers” because there were woke women behind the men. My favorite is Abigail Adams who begged her spouse not to put “such unlimited power into the hands of husbands,” and she added that unchecked power was also used in the “most iniquitous scheme of slavery,” and the enslaved “have as good a right to freedom as we have.”
Adam Smith and woke corporations
Enlightenment philosopher Adam Smith (1723-1790) taught ethics at the University of Edinburgh. Against an inefficient and antiquated mercantilism, a woke Smith promoted free trade and free markets.
Indisputably, these have raised living standards dramatically, but they have led to great economic iniquities. In many instances, unrestrained markets have caused ruptures in many countries’ social fabric, especially those that are still developing.
As opposed to his libertarian descendants, Smith believed that governments should build and maintain roads, bridges and canals. He also believed in public education (with state licensed teachers), state-funded hospitals and a state-run postal system.
Smith was suspicious of corporations and their tendency to grow, form monopolies and eliminate competition. He believed that governments should have the right to intervene and restore market equilibrium for the common good.
The rise of social democracy
I’ve always maintained that just as the Second Amendment provided for a well-regulated militia to prevent the vigilantism that we see today, I contend that an amendment should have been proposed for a well-regulated economy to forestall robber baronism.
Calling his program “practical” Christianity and what others would later call the “Social Gospel,” an enlightened German emperor Otto von Bismarck, cleverly outflanking the socialists, established the first welfare state in the 1880s. It provided for medical care and sick leave, disability insurance and old-age pensions.
Even though Bismarck initially banned the German Social Democrats, they made these programs part of their political platform, and they started winning elections and continued to do so until the present day. They were out of action only when they were banned during Nazi rule.
The conservative Christian Democrats (CDU) traded places with the Social Democrats for 70 years, but they never touched the welfare state in any significant way. When former German CDU Chancellor Angela Merkel left office after 16 years and turned over the government to the Social Democrats, she hailed the success of the “social market” economy.
Workers and women on boards
Germany was the first country to put workers on corporate boards, which today’s libertarian would certainly call “woke.” This policy has established labor peace in Germany and has reduced economic inequality in the country. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has proposed a bill that would have required a modest 20 percent representation, but the bill went nowhere.
In 2002, Norway mandated that corporate boards must have at least 40 percent women. Many businessmen feared that it would have a negative effect on earnings, but an in-depth study in the Harvard Business Review concluded that it did not.
In 2018, “woke” California passed a law similar to Norway’s, and the Nasdaq stock exchange has put one toe in the water with a mandate that at least one woman had to be on the boards of any company listed.
Friedman, Welch and Reagan
In the 1950s and ’60s most companies had a social conscience — proud of their union workers and their social contributions. CEO salaries were 20 times that of their employees, and now it is 300 to 1. The major players in this transformation were Milton Friedman, Jack Welch and the Regan administration, whose actions led to a steep decline in union membership.
A recent biography of Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric, tells of his ruthless attack on workers’ rights. His policy of “rank and yank,” copied by many other business leaders, meant an automatic 10 percent reduction in force each year. He was the first to relocate business offshore, which led to the decline in American manufacturing.
Friedman was adamant that the only goal of a company is profits for its shareholders. Forsaking profits, over 1,000 businesses have now either left or curtailed operations in Russia because of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
Even McDonald’s and Walmart are woke
Many CEOs have now offered to pay travel expenses for pregnant women seeking abortions. Even Walmart has gone woke, as it now refuses to sell ammunition for handguns and assault rifles. It has also incorporated critical race theory in its employee training programs.
No person is illegal
We should acknowledge that the Declaration of Independence is an incredibly woke document. It is a philosophical statement about all people, not just citizens. Martin Luther King Jr. saw it as a promissory note for Blacks, and I’m sure he would have included women, who gained the franchise 56 long years after.
Our founding documents assume that no person is illegal. Under international law and the Refugee Act of 1980, any person can apply for asylum in the U.S. Because of woke thinkers, every person has an inalienable right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
Nick Gier of Moscow taught philosophy and religion at the University of Idaho for 31 years. His favorite courses were ethics, honors western civilization, ancient and medieval philosophy, and Asian religion. Read his articles at http://nfgier.com. Email him at ngier006gmail.com for sources and discussion. | 2022-07-22T18:07:59Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | The founders were woke; why aren’t you? | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/the-founders-were-woke-why-aren-t-you/article_2b1a9549-6ce4-507e-a25a-4b1bd6a3d613.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/the-founders-were-woke-why-aren-t-you/article_2b1a9549-6ce4-507e-a25a-4b1bd6a3d613.html |
Chris Lenihan and Chuck the chicken
I had no idea learning something new could be so difficult. For the first time in my life, I am taking piano lessons. Let me tell you, this has been one of the most challenging things I’ve ever tried to do. It’s so hard to keep track of everything — tempo, keys, bass clef, treble clef, chords, slurs. And don’t get me started on that confounded pedal!
In addition to the challenges, this learning experience has also been validating because, thanks to my patient and forgiving instructor, Amy, I know that I can accomplish my goal of sitting at the piano and playing real music. She reminds me that the trick is to break the task of playing the piano down and learn each step so that it becomes muscle memory. Amy’s right because, the more I practice, the easier it becomes.
I wish I could say the same about my transition into veganism. I didn’t have an instructor like Amy to guide and support me as I maneuvered the ins and outs of consuming only plants. I just knew I could never go back to eating animal products.
I credit my son, Frank, for starting me on my journey. He was competing in a triathlon in Long Beach, California, about six years ago, and I came along to cheer him on. We were eating dinner at a vegan restaurant, noticing how delicious the food was. Naturally, the conversation led to the exploitation of animals in the food system known as industrial agriculture. I decided then and there that I could not be complicit in their suffering and try to never eat animal products again.
I’m sure I speak for a lot of people who have made the switch from steaks and cheese and ice cream to beans and nuts and oat milk — it’s a tough go without other plant eaters to encourage and support you. It’s been a game of trial and error, finding recipes and foods that are both nutritious and delicious. I remember years ago bringing a Beyond Burger patty to my niece’s house to cook on her barbecue. As it began to sizzle, a strange odor wafted over to where we were all sitting. All eyes turned accusingly my way because everyone knew Aunt Christina, with her weird concoctions and fake meat, was the one responsible for the unusual scent.
Thank goodness the chefs at Beyond Burger and other plant-based food companies have honed the art of creating meat, egg and dairy replacement foods that are, in my opinion, not only delicious, but healthier than those that come from animals. The American Dietetic Association states that veggie burgers have seven times less saturated fat than beef burgers and contain three to four grams of fiber not found in cows. Have you tried a Beyond Famous burger from Carl’s Jr? It’s to die for!
Plant-based milks are also lower in saturated fat than cow’s milk. They come in a wide range of flavors and types, my favorite being oat milk. Many are fortified with Vitamin D and other nutrients. Dana Hunnes, a dietician from UCLA, found that because cows raised on factory farms are forced to have serial pregnancies that result in higher levels of estrogen, that hormone ends up in the milk. Some studies also show an increase in the risk of breast, uterine and prostate cancers. Cow’s milk is also higher in calories and fat than plant-based milks and contains twelve grams of carbohydrates compared to only one gram of carbohydrates in its non-dairy counterpart.
The United States ranks second highest in the world for meat consumption, a 40 percent increase since 1961. Chicken has overtaken beef and pork to become the most commonly consumed meat in the nation. In fact, the average American eats 96 pounds of poultry a year, a number projected to increase to 101 pounds by 2030. A study by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that meat-rich diets led to premature death and an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and obesity.
Lucky for us living in Bannock County, there are several restaurants serving plant-based delicacies. My favorites include Oliver’s where you can get homemade vegetarian chili, and The Healthier Place to Eat, where they make falafel sandwiches and mock tuna that tastes like the real thing. I also LOVE the dairy-free ice creams at Scoops and Sliders (you can’t go wrong with the cotton candy and kiwi strawberry).
Developing healthier eating habits is not easy. It’s a slow process, but once you start making small changes in your diet, gradually reduce your meat consumption, visit the amazing Pocatello eateries that offer plant-based options, and look for support from like-minded individuals (the Facebook group Plant-strong Pocatello is fabulous!), veganism can become muscle memory, a lifestyle choice you will never regret. | 2022-07-22T18:08:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Trying something new | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/trying-something-new/article_9cddc96c-d76a-57fd-b46b-865e7d8006bf.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/trying-something-new/article_9cddc96c-d76a-57fd-b46b-865e7d8006bf.html |
Why I do what I do — at 72
People ask me why I continue to do this. I don’t work for a news organization or get paid. And with politics the way it is, people are skeptical about almost anything that appears on the editorial page. I’ve been called everything from a flaming liberal to a right-wing wacko.
And she takes pride in bailing out her “little” brother and keeping him from looking like a world-class fool. She’s the greatest editor and best big sister in the world. Well, tied for best with my other big sister, Dorothy.
I’ve had conversations with a few of my 70-something friends about the importance of brain exercise. We’ve shared stories about not being as sharp as we once were or bouts of forgetfulness. But readers, and trusted editors, tell me I have not lost anything on the writing end — and I don’t think those are empty words to make an old guy feel better. Editors throughout the state run my columns every week, and I continue to receive feedback — positive and negative.
So, why pack it in now? Life is better than ever, and I feel there is plenty more for me to offer. | 2022-07-22T18:08:17Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Why I do what I do — at 72 | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/why-i-do-what-i-do-at-72/article_e252d5e2-e4ab-5bd0-bc5a-dcadd822998b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/why-i-do-what-i-do-at-72/article_e252d5e2-e4ab-5bd0-bc5a-dcadd822998b.html |
'Bikkuri shita!'
“To be surprised, amazed, frightened or astonished” is the definition of the Japanese phrase “bikkuri shita” (Bee-Coo-Re She-Ta). Spoken with an emphasis on the first syllable. It’s what many Japanese citizens must have exclaimed outloud a couple of weeks ago when the news that their former prime minister, Shinzo Abe, was assassinated. I uttered the same phrase when I saw the breaking news bulletin. Despite my two years in Japan being 40 years ago, I still hold a deep devotion and interest in anything Japan — especially their food and music. Many of us here in Cache Valley share that sentiment from church missions, military service or being a foreign student at ISU .
In a dark, distinct contrast to our national news, where shootings mass or single are daily news, something like this in Japan is indescribably rare. Motives for this assassination will slowly trickle out from the Japanese media. They are a group of stoic, unemotional reporters much different from American media. They will simply report the facts and mourn their loss as a nation — heavily. There will not be the plethora of interviews and expert analysis to which we have become so numb and somewhat immune — at least I have.
This sad news took me back to conversations I had with more than one Japanese individual. Much of my time there was spent trying to introduce myself and a Christian religion they were unfamiliar with and hesitant to hear about. So our interaction was often just about American food or cars, baseball, John Wayne and the wild wild west that they perceived the United States to still be. I specifically recalled one such gentleman in a town called Shiogama, near Sendai, Japan. Just to put the location in perspective, that is the general area of Japan where the tsunami of 2011 came ashore and destroyed many landmarks, houses and roads on which I used to ride my bike or walk. This older man asked us many questions about life in America, about our politics and about guns. He was fascinated and “bikkuri shita'' when I explained to him that basically any citizen could buy and own a gun, even multiple guns. I described to him how I had six of my own. All of them being hunting rifles or shotguns. He then taught us about Japan’s strict gun laws, low crime rate, etc. He seemed envious as he had a keen interest in guns and wished he could own one for himself.
The Japanese are proud of their low crime rate. We seldom even saw a police car or officer roaming the narrow streets. If anyone had a weapon, they were either a member of the “yakuza” (Japanese organized crime syndicate) or it was just a Samurai replica sword for display purposes only. We never locked our apartment doors and I never ever felt unsafe in any of the places I lived. I never had my bike stolen nor was I ever the recipient of any threatening behavior. The reason for their low crime rate is not, in my opinion, the zero tolerance for guns and I am not suggesting we adopt anything like that. I feel the reason was a consequence of their attitude, their culture of “saving face.” Any behavior that may bring shame or embarrassment to yourself or your family was severely frowned upon by all of society. They feel it is better to ignore you than treat you rudely or with aggression. They go out of their way to accommodate and be respectful to everyone they meet or know.
To the millions of Japanese people in both the United States and Japan, I say: “Gomen nasai, watakushi mo kanashi na.” (“I am sorry and feel sad with you”)
I have written a previous column about “Gun versus environmental control,” published in the ISJ (June 10, 2022). The environmental control measures I speak of in that column might be expanded to include the Japanese way of thinking and acting toward each other. I am sure I am willing to give it a try if it will make a difference. I hope you are as well. | 2022-07-22T18:08:36Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | 'Bikkuri shita!' | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/bikkuri-shita/article_3de8caa6-48fb-5527-89c8-c4e6e4c4e917.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/bikkuri-shita/article_3de8caa6-48fb-5527-89c8-c4e6e4c4e917.html |
Four perspectives on the Dobbs decision
The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case has given rise to numerous, and often lengthy, commentaries. I’d like to discuss four points that emerge from those commentaries.
1. The Supreme Court does not have the last word.
A good many people, both liberals and conservatives, seem to believe that the Supreme Court’s interpretations of the U.S. Constitution are final and unimpeachable. That is not the case. Ultimately, as one would expect in a democracy, the final judgment on the soundness of the court’s rulings rests with the people.
The system of checks and balances gives Congress the power to amend the Constitution, to set the court’s budget, to approve or disapprove the appointment of justices, to determine the number of justices on the court, to impeach justices and to limit the court’s jurisdiction. If Congress has these powers, then those who elect members of Congress are the final determiners of whether a particular court is doing its job satisfactorily.
We now have a Supreme Court that is seriously out of touch with the times. Its decision in Dobbs is contrary to the wishes of a majority of U.S. citizens. One hopes that the American people will take action to obviate that decision, either through Congressional action, amending the Constitution, or finding practical ways to ensure that women have access to abortion providers despite state laws which attempt to deprive them of that access.
2. Roe was about more than privacy.
While it is true that the Roe court spoke of grounding its decision in the right to privacy, its analysis is actually based upon the 14th Amendment’s assurance that no state shall “deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.”
What this amendment stands for, as the Roe court saw it, is the conviction that there are parts of every person’s life that government has no business interfering with; that an individual should be free to chart his or her own course through life. This realm of “personal liberty” includes, in the court’s opinion, a right to make decisions related to “marriage, procreation, contraception, family relationships, and child rearing and education.”
Ironically, it is precisely this right that politico/religious conservatives claim to defend when they oppose state-mandated face mask use, or cite when they oppose public school curricula, yet it’s also the right that they are hell-bent on denying to pregnant women who wish to abort a fetus.
The Roe court, it’s worth noting, did not regard this right to direct one’s own life as absolute, at least in the case of abortion. It concluded that there is a point in time when the woman’s right to decide to abort is overwhelmed by the state’s legitimate interest. Just as in the case of a face mask mandate, there are circumstances in which the right to personal liberty may be abrogated by an overriding state interest in protecting the general welfare.
3. Stare decisis matters.
Stare decisis is a legal principle that means, literally, “stand by things already decided,” and in the Dobbs case, the court explicitly abandoned that principle when it overturned Roe v. Wade (and Planned Parenthood v. Casey). Such an abandonment may certainly be warranted, but only if a) there have been relevant societal changes since that initial decision was made and/or b) the negative consequences of changing the law would be minimal. For the reversal of Roe and Casey, neither condition was met.
But why is stare decisis taken so seriously? In part because, when it is adhered to by the court, people can count on a given decision being in force for the foreseeable future and can arrange their affairs with that in mind. More fundamentally, the court’s observance of that principle helps to sustain that oft-repeated boast that this is a country of laws, not of men. When it becomes evident that a particular court’s justices are intent upon imposing their own, personal views rather than honoring established precedents, the court has ceased to uphold the rule of law.
4. "Originalist" interpretation is moral regression.
The Dobbs decision represents an interpretation of the Constitution that effectively excludes protecting rights that were not recognized by the U.S, government in the mid-19th century. Since it is the 14th Amendment upon which Roe and Casey based their decisions, and that amendment was added in 1868, the present court, utilizing an “originalist” approach, thought it to be decisive that most states, at that time, prohibited abortion.
But nowhere does the Constitution instruct its readers to assume that the only rights it protects are those which are generally acknowledged by society at a particular time, or explicitly mentioned in its own pages. On the contrary, it implies just the opposite, for the Ninth Amendment asserts that the people retain rights that are not enumerated in the Constitution.
Consider, for a moment, what the legal landscape would look like if we took mid-19th century American society as our guide to what liberty and equality mean: women would not have the right to vote, or own property, or disobey their husbands; mixed-race marriages would be illegal; gay people would be prosecutable for having sex with each other; gay marriage would be illegal; the use of contraceptives would be heavily restricted, and, in many states, atheists would be forbidden to hold public office.
Surely it is a good thing that we now judge those restrictions upon personal liberty to be the result of racial, gender and religious prejudice and clearly incompatible with our present understanding of what human rights are. Yet we find ourselves with a Supreme Court that has reinstated a demeaning 19th-century attitude toward women, and denied them the right to control a crucial element of their lives. And it is also a court that seems bent upon ignoring the First Amendment’s unequivocal insistence that there be a clear separation of church and state. As far as I’m concerned, this court deserves neither the respect, nor the allegiance, of the American people. | 2022-07-22T18:08:48Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Four perspectives on the Dobbs decision | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/four-perspectives-on-the-dobbs-decision/article_81ee619c-3033-56d7-935f-360d88cc87bc.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/four-perspectives-on-the-dobbs-decision/article_81ee619c-3033-56d7-935f-360d88cc87bc.html |
Local government — can it change with the times?
By Mike Larkin
Bannock County and the city of Pocatello have had the same basic leadership structure over the last 50-plus years. The county has three elected commissioners that basically attempt to run the county. The city has a full-time mayor and six part-time council members who attempt to run the city. This type of leadership structure used to work, and it still works OK in smaller counties and small towns, but as the population grows and budgets exceed $70 million with 20 plus departments and hundreds of employees, it becomes impossible to manage with this outdated leadership system.
Pocatello and Bannock County have grown to the point where professional leadership is now required. It is simply not possible for one mayor to know every department and all the employees with the level of knowledge required to make effective and efficient decisions. The same is true for the county commissioners — they simply do not have the time to meet with every department head to intimately know how their department runs and how to set priorities for maintaining cost effectiveness across all departments. As a result, the current leadership is constantly reacting to the latest crisis, instead of proactively managing the city and the county in a way that makes improvements for the future at the least possible cost.
A professional city manager and county manager that could just focus on knowing each department and getting to know the employees, without having to worry about getting reelected, could greatly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local government. Elected officials have to worry about the social/political aspects of the job, and as a result often focus on short-term issues. As the saying goes, "long-term planning for a politician is from now to the next election."
One notable failure at the county level is the protection of groundwater. Since the 1960s citizens have had concerns with groundwater issues. In 2009, a concentrated effort began with a County Technical Committee and then a Citizen Advisory Committee making recommendations to deal with the groundwater issues. Nothing has been done. More septic tanks go in every year, and nitrate levels in groundwater continue to be a problem. The county has know about the TCE (trichloroethene) problem in the landfill since the early 1990s, and this problem still hasn't been solved. Several private wells below the landfill have TCE over the legal limit and these people have never been compensated for the pollution in their well water.
Another notable neglected issue is maintaining public access roads to public lands. The county last updated their roads that provide access to public lands in 1993; since then, several of these roads have been closed off by private landowners. Despite several attempts by citizens to get the county to address this problem, nothing has been done. The county comprehensive plan is largely a wish list that rarely gets put into action.
Some examples of failure at the city level: The River Vision was a great attempt at enhancing the Portneuf River through town. The concept plan was approved with overwhelming public support and since then very little has been done. The improvements that have occurred are mostly due to untiring efforts by the Science and Environmental staff getting grant dollars and using volunteer labor. There is no long-term defined action plan with a timeline and associated funding to make the River Vision actually happen. The city also claims they have a "plan" to move the city hall to downtown, but it's not really a plan, it's more of a wish list. There is no timeline and funding plan to make it happen. Several of the City Council members know the city is not being run efficiently or effectively, but it's turned into an internal battle, simply because the city has no one that really knows how to set priorities for each of the city departments and there is no real long term action plan for improvements to the city. While some departments may have priorities and plans in place to work from, if there is no big-picture plan with overarching priorities to guide all departments, there will be little success in the long-term.
Most of the county commissioners and City Council members started off with good intentions, and for the most part they are good people. They simply need some professional staff to actually manage the county and the city. Without professional management, effectiveness and efficiency in local government simply will not happen. Talk to your city and county elected officials about the need for professional management as a realistic way to improve government effectiveness and efficiency, and to provide the best value for the citizens of Pocatello and Bannock County.
Mike Larkin lives in Pocatello and has degrees from Utah State University and the University of Idaho in natural resource management. He worked for over 30 years for three state fish and game departments. | 2022-07-22T18:08:54Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local government — can it change with the times? | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/local-government-can-it-change-with-the-times/article_9b91b5b4-e4b3-59f1-bc66-913b98c65483.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/local-government-can-it-change-with-the-times/article_9b91b5b4-e4b3-59f1-bc66-913b98c65483.html |
The Summer Concert Series returns to the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre this weekend with three remarkable performances.
The Bannock County Rodeo Association (BCRA) hosts barrel racing Monday nights at the Bannock County Event Center’s indoor arena. From 7 to 9 p.m. on July 25, the public can watch cowboys and girls of all ages compete in barrel racing. Admission is free.
Join Healthy City, USA, for their Wednesday night dog walks around the Portneuf Wellness Complex. Meet at Pavillion 2 by the concessions stand at 5:30 p.m. Dogs must be on a leash.
Pocatello Downs is back with more horse racing at the Bannock County Event Center’s Grandstands. Gates open Friday, July 29, at 4 p.m., and the first race will run at 5 p.m. Admission is $2 per person. Food trucks and a beer booth will be available for concessions.
The Idaho Jr. Rodeo Association is hosting a rodeo for kids 17 and under. Athletes will compete for prizes in barrel racing, pole bending, steer wrestling, bull riding, and more. Events will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 30, at the grandstands and upper arena of the Bannock County Event Center.
Get ready to rock with Eve 6 at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre on Friday, July 29. With hits like “Inside Out” and “Here’s to the Night,” this Southern California pop-punk band will deliver a show-stopping performance to start a weekend full of music. Tickets are available at idahoconcertseries.com.
Bring the country music fans for Tenille Arts’ performance on Saturday, July 30, at the amphitheater. Arts was nominated this year for the ACM New Female Artist of the Year and iHeartRadio Music Awards Best New Country Artist. Don’t miss her powerful, crystalline vocals and incredible stage show. Tickets are available at countryconcertseries.com.
And a weekend of music will wrap up with the eclectic rock and country band The Mavericks on Sunday, July 31. With Tejano and Latin influences, this band and their variety of instruments will entertain the whole family. Get your tickets at idahoconcertseries.com.
More acts are scheduled for the heat of the summer, including rock band Hawthorne Heights, with Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, who will perform Friday, Aug. 5. The Rockzilla Tour with Papa Roach and Falling in Reverse, with special guests Bad Wolves and Hollywood Undead, will perform on Friday, Aug. 19. Rock bands Lit and Hoobastank are slated for Friday, Sept. 16, hip-hop star Bryce Vine on Friday, Sept. 23, and rock band Candlebox on Friday, Sept. 30. Tickets to the above performances can be purchased at idahoconcertseries.com.
Country music lovers can rejoice as the Country Concert Series slate fills up: The Lacs on Saturday, Aug. 6, Dwight Yoakam on Friday, Aug. 12, Sawyer Brown with Logan Mize on Saturday, Sept. 17, and country music icon Uncle Kracker on Saturday, Oct. 1. Tickets for country concerts can be purchased on countryconcertseies.com. | 2022-07-22T20:05:14Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | This week at the Bannock County Event Center | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/this-week-at-the-bannock-county-event-center/article_579d9a66-2b0a-52f4-8136-f97c5ed2c72f.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/this-week-at-the-bannock-county-event-center/article_579d9a66-2b0a-52f4-8136-f97c5ed2c72f.html |
Understand metabolomics
The importance of helping people find healthy and do-able eating plans that last a lifetime, not just a diet, is something all of us in my area of interest realize.
Over the last 40 years, one thing several health care providers have been doing is obtaining a food diary or history. The goal is to determine what has been done and what direction, moving forward, can be taken.
Unfortunately, these are notably inaccurate, as writing down what you eat takes a lot of time and remembering what you ate three days ago does not work very well.
In a recent issue of Nature Biotechnology, an international team of scientists, led by researchers at the University of California San Diego, report a new method called untargeted metabolomics to identify molecules derived from foods that were previously unidentified, but that appear in our blood and our stool.
The ability to appreciate how what we eat translates into products and by-products of metabolism has direct implications for our health. This technology can be used to obtain diet information empirically and understand relationships to health and disease.
Metabolomics (or the products of metabolism) involves the comprehensive measurement of all metabolites in a biological specimen. Metabolites are the substances made or used when an organism breaks down food, drugs, chemicals or its own tissues. This has huge implications not only in terms of diet, but also in exposure to chemicals, medications, beauty products such as lipstick, etc. Understanding this, metabolomics will eventually lead to better understanding the effects of our environment and exposures to our health.
Until this technology becomes more readily available, it is still a good idea to do your best to optimize your environment and what crosses your lips. We do not need a fancy test to tell us that a Twinkie or soda pop might not have the beneficial metabolites and products of cell metabolism as that of an apple and a carrot. | 2022-07-22T21:54:41Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Understand metabolomics | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/understand-metabolomics/article_3b20b2a9-8a0f-5a51-b30b-e314c1f52c40.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/understand-metabolomics/article_3b20b2a9-8a0f-5a51-b30b-e314c1f52c40.html |
POCATELLO — Five local residents were recently arrested and charged with felony theft-related charges following separate incidents in Pocatello, court records show.
The mother went to bed around 10 p.m. Monday and noted that her car was parked in the driveway of her Pocatello home at the time. When the mother awoke again at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday she noticed her vehicle had been stolen.
Police asked Pierce what she knew about the car and Pierce said it was her mother’s and that she was just borrowing the car, said police, adding that Pierce admitted to not having permission to use the car.
The incident began to unfold around 6 p.m. Tuesday when Pocatello police were dispatched to the 4100 block of Pole Line Road for the report of a theft.
Upon arrival, police reviewed surveillance camera footage that depicted two men, one of whom was identified as Keele and the other was identifed as Timothy Halpin, entering the business, police said. The footage shows Keele ask one of the employees at the business for a cup of water and when the employee turned their backs on the two men Halpin grabbed the tip jar off the counter and ran out of the business, according to police reports.
Halpin was located on the 100 block of South Fourth Aveue on Wednesday and charged with felony burglary and arrested.
Halpin appeared n front of 6th District Judge Tdd Garbett on Thursday, during which his bond was set at $40,000.
If Keele is convicted of the felony principal to burglary charge and Halpin is convicted of the felony burglary charge, they both face no less than one and up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $50,000.
Timothy Halpin | 2022-07-22T23:43:25Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Five local residents arrested on felony theft-related charges in separate incidents | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/five-local-residents-arrested-on-felony-theft-related-charges-in-separate-incidents/article_a2ab7e24-6d86-5429-b1d5-fd72b752fcec.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/five-local-residents-arrested-on-felony-theft-related-charges-in-separate-incidents/article_a2ab7e24-6d86-5429-b1d5-fd72b752fcec.html |
Also, as part of the demonstration, attendees wore “beer goggles” and rode a tricycle course to simulate various levels of impairment.
Between 2015 and 2019, there were more than 25,000 distracted driving crashes in the state that killed 237 people, according to the Idaho Transportation Department Office of Highway Safety. Department data also shows that nearly 40 percent of all fatal crashes in Idaho involve some level of driver impairment.
Tabitha Smith, the child passenger safety program manager with the Office of Highway Safety, pointed to data showing that using proper child safety constraints can reduce risk of fatality by up to 57 percent.
Smith said that national data shows wearing a seat belt reduces risk of fatality by 50 percent. | 2022-07-22T23:43:56Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Public safety officials stress safe, alert driving in midst of ‘100 deadliest days’ | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/public-safety-officials-stress-safe-alert-driving-in-midst-of-100-deadliest-days/article_4770589e-99ea-5920-bde9-ac8d596cdb80.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/public-safety-officials-stress-safe-alert-driving-in-midst-of-100-deadliest-days/article_4770589e-99ea-5920-bde9-ac8d596cdb80.html |
The Bannock County Historical Museum
POCATELLO — A four-day history conference held in the Gem State every two years is coming to the Gate City this September.
The Idaho State Historical Society is hosting the fourth Biennial Idaho’s Heritage Conference in partnership with the Idaho Heritage Partners and the City of Pocatello Sept. 19-22.
“Idaho’s Heritage Conference was created to engage statewide partners in preservation, history, museums, and archaeology in a cross-discipline conference that would allow for collaboration, inspiration, and networking,” according to the Heritage Conference’s website. “Whether you are an archaeologist, teacher, student, community leader, museum professional or volunteer, amateur preservationist or simply a local history buff we invite you to attend.”
Pocatello will serve as the host city for the event for the first time since the conference was launched in 2013. Those who attend will have a chance to learn about Idaho’s history, anthropology, archaeology, and many more heritage disciplines during dozens of speeches and presentations. Additionally, attendees will have the chance to participate in one of five field trips and 30 different breakout sessions.
Idaho’s Heritage Conference will begin on Sept. 19 at the Bannock County Museum/Fort Hall Replica located at 3000 Avenue of the Chiefs in Pocatello with a Pioneer Festival including demonstrations, entertainment, activities, and a traditional Pioneer meal. The kickoff event is open to the public.
Sept. 20 marks the field trip day, which includes a tour of the highlights of the Oregon Trail west of Fort Hall including the trail ruts and emigrant burial sites; a tour the Fort Hall Indian Reservation historical sites including the Tribal Museum, the historical Fort Hall Depot, an original community lodge called Eagle Lodge, the original Fort Hall Trading Post located at Bottoms and visit the Tribes buffalo herd and wild horses; a Pocatello museum tour including the Museum of Clean, Rainey Park and the Portneuf River, The Bannock County Historical Museum and the Brady Memorial Chapel; A rolling tour of five of Pocatello’s finest religious buildings including the Brady Memorial Chapel, the Bethel Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the Trinity Episcopal Church; and lastly a tour of Historic Downtown Pocatello buildings and sites.
Additionally, over 30 breakout sessions will be held. Local historian Arlen Walker will host a breakout session on the naming of the Pocatello streets after U.S. presidents, which began with the ninth President, William Henry Harrison, and how an act of congress essentially created the Gate City.
“It took us quite a while to convince folks that this was a great place to hold the event,” Walker said. “This is our chance to showcase our area. If you look at the history of the area, the entire Pacific Northwest, it was through the gap that travelers, settlers and the first railroad came. This was an obvious place to split off for East and West developments. The Gold Rush started in Montana and many of the settlers had to come through here. This was the wintering grounds for many Native Americans as well. From the very first trappers and explorers that came through this is why Pocatello was called the Gate City, it truly was a gateway to the West.”
Walker said that Randy Dixon will host a breakout session on Relight the Night and the efforts of that committee to preserve neon signs throughout the area and educate folks about the history of all the neon signs.
The keynote speaker of the conference is Ruth J. Abram, founder of the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience, the National Women’s Agenda and Coalition, the Institute on Women’s History, and the traveling exhibition and book “Send Us a Lady Physician: Women Doctors in America.
In 2014, Ms. Abram founded Behold! New Lebanon, the nation’s first living museum of contemporary rural American life, and in 2019 was presented with the Louise du Pont Crowninshield Award, the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s highest national recognition for her paradigm-shifting leadership that has directly inspired countless organizations to radically expand cultural and interpretive concepts at historic sites around the world.
The Early Bird Registration cost is $99 and the cutoff date is July 31. Scholarships are available to attend. More information can be found by visiting idahosheritageconference.org.
“This is a huge win for Pocatello, for Southeast Idaho and for Idaho State University because they are a major sponsor of all the breakout sessions,” Walker said. “ This event is a great opportunity and for the early-bird fee of $99 that is really a great deal, which includes a great dinner out at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Casino as well as access to a field trip of your choice and all of the breakout sessions. It’s a great opportunity for people who live here to understand the history and the heritage of the place they call home.” | 2022-07-23T01:28:00Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Huge four-day history and heritage conference coming to Pocatello Sept. 19-22 | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/huge-four-day-history-and-heritage-conference-coming-to-pocatello-sept-19-22/article_392ce8da-edae-5ee1-9847-5fb5b98a12f0.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/huge-four-day-history-and-heritage-conference-coming-to-pocatello-sept-19-22/article_392ce8da-edae-5ee1-9847-5fb5b98a12f0.html |
The Moose Fire began Sunday and has spread to 23,620 acres.
One of the pilots was identified by the Lemhi County Sheriff's Office as 41-year-old Thomas Hayes of Post Falls. The second pilot, 36-year-old Jared Bird, was from Anchorage, Alaska. The crash involved a CH-47D “Chinook” and occurred around 5 p.m. Thursday near the Salmon River. | 2022-07-23T03:08:30Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Two pilots die in helicopter crash fighting Idaho wildfire | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/two-pilots-die-in-helicopter-crash-fighting-idaho-wildfire/article_3f75435a-1a82-5519-b755-155e62e1d424.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/two-pilots-die-in-helicopter-crash-fighting-idaho-wildfire/article_3f75435a-1a82-5519-b755-155e62e1d424.html |
The pickup involved in Friday night's crash on Bannock Highway in south Pocatello sits overturned off the roadway following the wreck.
POCATELLO — A busy south Pocatello road has been shut down because of a one-vehicle crash.
The wreck involving a pickup truck occurred around 10:40 p.m. Friday on Bannock Highway just south of the South Valley Connector.
As of 12:10 a.m. Saturday Bannock Highway remained shut down as tow crews attempted to remove the pickup truck, which overturned during the crash.
The pickup was being driven by a teenage boy with one adult male passenger.
The passenger was injured in the wreck and was transported via Pocatello Fire Department ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center for treatment, authorities said. An update on his condition has not been released.
It appears that the pickup's driver lost control on Bannock Highway and the vehicle left the roadway and overturned, ending up on its roof.
The accident was the second injury crash in Pocatello on Friday.
Around 7:50 a.m. a rear-ender involving two pickup trucks occurred in the 900 block of Wilson Avenue near the Wendy's fast-food restaurant.
An adult male occupant of one of the pickups was transported via ambulance to PMC for treatment of non-life threatening injuries, authorities said.
Wilson Avenue was partially blocked for over 30 minutes because of the wreck.
The names of those involved in the two injury wrecks have not been released.
Both crashes remain under investigation by Pocatello police. | 2022-07-23T06:24:31Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Bannock Highway shut down because of crash that sent one to hospital | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/bannock-highway-shut-down-because-of-crash-that-sent-one-to-hospital/article_bdf9d420-9463-5296-9569-fa9ac8bd2eeb.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/bannock-highway-shut-down-because-of-crash-that-sent-one-to-hospital/article_bdf9d420-9463-5296-9569-fa9ac8bd2eeb.html |
Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal vehicle collision which occurred on July 22, 2022, at 5:40 P.M. on US Highway 93 at 3700 N in Twin Falls County.
A 2014 Ford Edge was traveling westbound on 3700 N. A 2014 Chevrolet Cruze was traveling northbound on US93. The Ford failed to yield at the stop sign and was struck by the Chevrolet.
The driver of the Ford, a 26-year-old man from Wendell, was wearing a seatbelt and was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital.
He had two passengers: A 25-year-old woman from Castleford, who was wearing a seatbelt and was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital, and a 44-year-old woman from Twin Falls, who was not wearing a seatbelt and succumbed to her injures at the scene.
Traffic on US93 was blocked in both directions for approximately three hours, allowing emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. The lanes have re-opened.
The Idaho State Police were assisted in their investigation by the Twin Falls County Sheriff's Department, the Filer Police Department, the Filer Fire Department, and the Twin Falls County Coroner. | 2022-07-23T08:00:28Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | One dead, two injured in wreck that shut down Idaho highway for three hours | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/one-dead-two-injured-in-wreck-that-shut-down-idaho-highway-for-three-hours/article_0b5cdff7-3965-54de-9afc-a01c5f0b9c30.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/one-dead-two-injured-in-wreck-that-shut-down-idaho-highway-for-three-hours/article_0b5cdff7-3965-54de-9afc-a01c5f0b9c30.html |
POCATELLO — Firefighters are battling a wildfire that's burning just south of Pocatello.
The fire is in the Blackrock Canyon area and has scorched about 300 acres since being reported by state police around 1 a.m. Saturday, authorities said. The fire ignited on the other side of South Fifth Avenue from Century High School and Western States Cat and spread away from the road in a northeast direction to a hill where it's currently burning, the Pocatello Valley Fire Department reported.
Authorities said that as of 8:30 a.m. Saturday the fire was no longer spreading but they are hesitant to say the blaze is contained until they see what it does during the hotter daytime temperatures.
The Pocatello Valley Fire Department and Bureau of Land Management firefighters including a hotshot crew are currently battling the flames. | 2022-07-23T15:42:47Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | 300-acre wildfire burning south of Pocatello | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/300-acre-wildfire-burning-south-of-pocatello/article_f0e8af3d-41c8-5ca7-8401-a913bc95ffeb.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/300-acre-wildfire-burning-south-of-pocatello/article_f0e8af3d-41c8-5ca7-8401-a913bc95ffeb.html |
Colter checking out the falls.
Kids love frolicking around in the pool.
Jump Creek Falls trail
I’ve only been to the Jump Creek Falls once. My daughter got married on July 7 so a lot of out-of-state relatives were flying in. We had a great time. I have awesome relatives on both sides of the fence. That’s one thing that I regret — we never get to see them all enough. Of course, a lot of families all live semi close to each other and tell me that they get busy and don’t get together enough. That’s not good. You can always count on your family when you encounter trouble. I remember one time I got hung on a cliff. A thing that brought me great hope was that I knew, even if Search & Rescue gave up, I knew that my brother and brothers-in-law wouldn’t.
So with that said, it was great to have everyone here. But when everyone is around you don’t just want to go out to eat in some restaurant where they’re playing some loud obnoxious song and no one can even talk, do you? No! On July 4, we grilled ribeyes on the grill and then popped fireworks. My neighborhood was a war zone. I love it. Everyone grilling and popping fireworks celebrating the birth of America. It drives me nuts all of the naysayers that want to outlaw all fireworks. Get a life! Or at least let the rest of us live ours.
And if you have relatives from out of state visiting, why sit around the house with everyone bored stiff? Come on, we live in Idaho. Even though we were in the middle of organizing the wedding, etc., and all of the hectic activities surrounding that, I wanted to take them out and showcase Idaho!
The next night we had a big fish fry with some of the crappie we’ve been catching and had enough left over to make fish tacos the next day.
One morning the girls were all doodling so Colter and I ran out to check out the Jump Creek Falls. Since they’re from Nebraska I thought he’d enjoy the hike and the falls. I was thinking it took 30 to 40 minutes to hike up to the falls but it’s only about a five-minute hike. If you’re not in shape, don’t worry, it’s pretty much a flat hike up.
I’d also suggest that you wear good hiking socks while hiking/hunting/backpacking. Granted, forever I’ve just worn cheapo white socks but as I get older, er, I mean more mature, I’m becoming a whiner and like a few luxuries. They’ll make your feet feel 100 times better at the end of the day.
Like I said above, I was remembering it being a longer hike but I don’t think it took us much over five minutes to get up to the falls. As is the norm, there were a lot of kids and a few dogs swimming and having a ball.
Take Interstate 84 and get off on Highway 55 at exit 33A in Nampa. Head towards Marsing.
In about a mile at the spot where 95 takes a pretty hard right, take a left (straight) on Cemetery Road. | 2022-07-23T17:45:01Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Jump Creek Falls trail | Xtreme Idaho | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/outdoors/xtreme_idaho/jump-creek-falls-trail/article_4092c4a5-a24c-5fad-a03c-d8c372a31a91.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/outdoors/xtreme_idaho/jump-creek-falls-trail/article_4092c4a5-a24c-5fad-a03c-d8c372a31a91.html |
A camper catches a ball while coach Eddie Thompson (right) teaches during a session Friday morning.
Former Century quarterback Nate Manning (right) guides a camper during a session Friday morning.
Coaches Emery Beckles (left) and Eddie Thompson (right) show campers a drill during a session Friday morning.
Coach DJ Clark tosses a ball to a camper during a session Friday morning.
When DJ Clark interviewed for his office job in Soda Springs, the employer paused early in the conversation. He thought he recognized Clark, the former Idaho State defensive back who went on to play two seasons in the NFL.
“I remember you,” the interviewer said. “There was another guy too, named Eddie. I loved you guys. You guys did this camp. You gave my son some gloves, and Eddie signed his ball.”
Clark hardly expected to get recognized in a job interview, but years later, he understands why it happened. Participating in those ISU camps, he realized, left an impact on the kids he helped. They looked up to him, appreciated his advice. To them, he might as well have been Santa.
Which is why this weekend, Clark teamed up with a cadre of former Pocatello-area football players to put on a camp, joining forces with former Century quarterback Nate Manning and former ISU players Eddie Thompson and Emery Beckles. They worked with kids from sixth grade and up, passing on skills, advice, technique and a lot more.
The interesting part is that each coach offered something unique. Let’s start with Clark. He played four seasons with the Bengals in the 2000s, leading the team in interceptions for four straight seasons. Then, as an undrafted free agent, he joined the Carolina Panthers. He was soon released, but the Green Bay Packers came along and took a flier on the DB. That stint lasted about a year before an injury derailed his pro career.
Then there’s Thompson, a four-year ISU starter who earned all-conference honors each of those seasons. Thompson, who checks in second-all time in ISU history with 219 career receptions, joined the Arena Football League’s Spokane Shock back in 2010. He played one more AFL season, this one with the Pittsburgh Power.
Also on the offensive side: Manning, the former Century signal-caller who walked on to Arizona State’s team in 2020. He spent two years with the Sun Devils. This offseason, he entered the transfer portal. “I didn’t see myself as a fit to the team there, being that piece that they needed,” Manning said. “(So I said), you know what, my talents are probably better (used) elsewhere. So I should go find that.” His next stop is Pikeville University in Kentucky, where he’ll head in about a week.
Rounding out the group of coaches at this weekend’s camps was Beckles, who might have the most interesting career trajectory of all. No typo here: At 40 years old, Beckles is an active player for the Rapid City Marshals of Champions Indoor Football, a league created in 2014. He starred for Idaho State in the early 2000s. Somehow, he’s still playing — and doing so well.
So that’s the group that made this weekend’s camps possible. When they chatted about why they wanted to do it, a certain theme kept resurfacing.
“I would love to help the younger generation in Pocatello,” Manning said.
“For me, it’s almost like I owe it back to the game,” Clark said. “Football has done so much for my life. Even if you look at my job, I feel like football has something to do with me having that job. Just trying to teach the kids that football can take you a long way, even if you just play in high school, the network, the friends you build.”
That’s exactly how these four guys got to know each other. Clark now coaches at Century, Thompson at Blackfoot. They used to have an Idaho State connection. Now they have one coaching local high school teams.
“The things that we didn’t know when we went into college, that we wish we would have known while we were in high school,” Clark said, “that’s what we’re trying to pass on.”
On that front, Clark and his three friends shared an array of lessons with their campers, from teaching them proper press coverage to breaking quickly on a ball. They hope that will give the campers more confidence, more comfort playing more aggressively.
But they wanted to share advice that stretches off the field, too. When Clark wore a Packers uniform, he noticed something about his teammates, about other players: Not everyone is having fun. To Clark, it seemed like they kept playing because of the nice paycheck and because their bodies could perform. “Most of the guys, you get tired of that,” Clark said.
So all four coaches stressed to their campers to have fun, to keep it fun. That’s something Clark admires about Beckles: After all these years, after playing for what seems like a million teams, he keeps things fun. “I look at that, and I’m like, I couldn’t do that,” Clark laughed. “I couldn’t be 40 years old and still playing.”
If any of their campers pull that off in the future, the coaches will likely consider this weekend a success.
Eddie Thompson
Nate Manning
Emery Beckles | 2022-07-23T23:20:46Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Why a group of former Pocatello-area football players hosted a weekend youth camp | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/why-a-group-of-former-pocatello-area-football-players-hosted-a-weekend-youth-camp/article_a4b12c43-86f8-50f3-9d4e-168ef804883b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/why-a-group-of-former-pocatello-area-football-players-hosted-a-weekend-youth-camp/article_a4b12c43-86f8-50f3-9d4e-168ef804883b.html |
POCATELLO — The unions representing Pocatello's police officers and firefighters have taken the unprecedented step of calling for a longtime city councilman's resignation following comments he reportedly made about how Pocatello's low crime rate and lack of diversity compared to some other cities should be factored into the Police Department's staffing level.
In statements provided to the Idaho State Journal on Saturday, both unions called for City Councilman Roger Bray's immediate resignation and the police union said its members also decided at a Friday meeting to give him a vote of no confidence.
The Pocatello police union, Portneuf Valley Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 13, said in its statement to the Journal: "We as a body feel that Councilman Bray does not represent our personal and professional values of excellence, integrity, loyalty, courage, and respect for each member of our community. We believe that Councilman Bray’s statements adversely affect our community, our city, and our Police Department by creating a hostile environment that reduces our department’s ability to retain current employees, recruit new employees, and represent the diversity in the community we live in and serve. We feel that Councilman Bray’s comments reveal his bias. This completely eliminates his effectiveness as a leader in our community. Councilman Bray’s comments are intolerable. The Portneuf Valley FOP Lodge 13 is proud to serve and protect our entire, diverse community, and we strongly disapprove of the comments made by Councilman Bray in two separate public forums."
Bray, who's been on the City Council for more than 10 years, did not immediately respond to a request for comment Saturday about the calls for his resignation from the city's police and firefighters unions.
Bray's first comment that attracted criticism occurred during a July 7 budget hearing at City Hall while discussing the Police Department's officer per city resident ratio being below the national average. Bray reportedly said at the hearing, "We have had a very efficient department, we've been able to take care of that ratio, because we are not as diverse a community as some."
“When a leader in a powerful position communicates a statement like that, it reduces the motivation and energy others are putting into inclusion and acceptance philosophies encouraging others to be connected and appreciative of differences,” Yizar said during Thursday’s council meeting. “When a leader expresses a statement that nothing should be done or something taken away because our community is not diverse, individuals that I represent by the color of my skin believe that they are not welcome, do not belong and are concerned for their safety being in this community.”
A discussion following Thursday's council meeting resulted in an angry confrontation between Bray and members of the Pocatello police union that was witnessed by other members of the City Council and Police Chief Roger Schei. After the heated discussion, during which Bray reportedly reiterated his belief that Pocatello's low crime rate and lack of diversity compared to some other cities should be part of the police staffing conversation, one member of the City Council demanded Bray's resignation and another accused him of making racist remarks.
In response to the controversy surrounding his comments, Bray provided the following statement on Friday to the Idaho State Journal: "Living many places outside Idaho, I have had the good fortune to establish diverse friendships and working relationships – just as I have in my 30 years in Pocatello. I know who I am and what I stand for. I take criticism to heart and learn from it. I described Pocatello as less diverse than some cities, making some of our challenges less pronounced. The more homogeneous a community, the higher the degree of shared values, the lower the potential for diversity-based conflict. We do not have large sub-communities or neighborhoods with different cultural values at odds with one another as some cities do. We know from the Muslim student issues several years ago, that when the intensity of our diversity increases, so do our conflicts — and, therefore, the need for a pro-active police presence. We all have something to learn from last night's incident."
Bray, who's also the pastor of a local church, said he plans to meet with the Pocatello NAACP to further discuss his comments. Bray is a former NAACP member who frequently organizes and attends local events aimed at diversity such as the city's annual Martin Luther King Day commemorations.
Jordan VanEvery, the president of the Pocatello firefighters union, International Association of Fire Fighters Local 187, said in a statement provided to the Journal that Bray's comments on July 7 and on Thursday evening have created an untenable situation for him on the City Council.
VanEvery stated on behalf of his union, "The racially insensitive comments, witnessed by numerous individuals, made by Pocatello City Councilman Roger Bray on July 7th and July 21st are inexcusable. The members of the Pocatello Firefighters Local 187 pride ourselves in serving every citizen in our community with respect and compassion. We are deeply saddened by such an abhorrent viewpoint being held by a city leader. The Pocatello Firefighters Local 187 feels strongly that Councilman Roger Bray has clearly demonstrated he is no longer fit to be a steward of the City of Pocatello. IAFF Local 187 joins the Pocatello police union in calling for Councilman Roger Bray’s immediate resignation."
Yizar said, “When a collection of powerful leaders are gathered together and a comment is made like the one expressed in the July 7 meeting by council member Bray and no other leaders take the time to correct or defend individuals in our community who bring diversity to Pocatello, it is and always will be a silent confirmation of the disruptive and targeted attack to make citizens of our community who are diverse feel isolated and not seen for who they are, but how those in powerful positions feel comfortable seeing those individuals who are different. I am still in a state of shock and highly disappointed with all of the Pocatello City Council members and the mayor for not defending me as a Black American who lives and works in the community.”
Mayor Brian Blad apologized to Monroe and Yizar at Thursday's City Council meeting for Bray's July 7 comment and the fact no one on the council took issue with it at the time.
Schei said following the confrontation between Bray and the police union members that Bray's comments "directly contradict the mission statement and values of the Pocatello Police Department and city of Pocatello." Schei also said that if one of his officers ever made comments that more diversity in the city would lead to more crime which would necessitate hiring more police, that officer would be fired. | 2022-07-24T01:01:31Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello police, fire unions call for Councilman Bray's resignation over comments | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-fire-unions-call-for-councilman-brays-resignation-over-comments/article_f699f912-3f15-517f-9606-f6b1fd1e468b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-fire-unions-call-for-councilman-brays-resignation-over-comments/article_f699f912-3f15-517f-9606-f6b1fd1e468b.html |
ISU WOMEN'S SOCCER
Idaho State women's soccer releases 2022 schedule
Idaho State soccer has released its 2022 schedule, which includes eight home matches at Davis Field. The Bengals kick things off with exhibition matches against Utah (road) and Salt Lake City and Northwest Nazarene (home), then the season officially begins on August 18, when ISU hosts Westminster College.
“I'm looking forward to the competition we have lined up," ISU coach Dustin Downey said via release. “We've got some challenging non-conference matches listed that will test us, but simultaneously help prepare us for conference play. To be the best, you have to play the best. For example, this is why in our first exhibition match we're coming straight out of the gate and playing a PAC-12 opponent. We need to test ourselves early and see what things we are excelling in, and where we need to improve."
After the home stand, the Bengals embark on an Aug. 21-Sept. 11 road trip, which includes matches against Utah State, Austin Peay, Lipscomb, Utah Valley Utah Tech and UNLV. On Sept. 18, ISU returns home to play Gonzaga for its final non-conference matchup.
For Idaho State, Big Sky play opens with a road trip up north with matches against Eastern Washington and Idaho. On Oct. 2, the Bengals will host Northern Arizona, then they'll hit the road again to take on Portland State and Sacramento State from Oct. 7-9.
After that road trip, ISU returns home for the final three games of the regular season, hosting Weber State on Oct. 16 and Montana and Northern Colorado on Oct. 21 and 23, respectively.
The Big Sky Championships are set for Nov. 4-8.
"It's fair to say we've got a young team," Downey said. "Of course, we always want to win, but overall, it's about teaching these players how to compete, and how to go into battle together as a team, as one unit. If we can learn to play for each other, we'll be a tough team to play against." | 2022-07-24T02:45:45Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho State women's soccer releases 2022 schedule | Sports | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/idaho-state-womens-soccer-releases-2022-schedule/article_75e0b9ff-a483-5df7-a116-cd791feb89d1.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/idaho-state-womens-soccer-releases-2022-schedule/article_75e0b9ff-a483-5df7-a116-cd791feb89d1.html |
Runnin’ Rebels’ Luke Davis swings at a pitch earlier this season against Upper Valley at Halliwell Park.
With one run in the top of the ninth inning, the Post 4 Runnin’ Rebels secured a 17-16 win over Upper Valley on Saturday, moving on in the AA state tournament.
Gunner Wilhelm supplied the winning run in extras, using an RBI double to left field to drive in JD Gunderson and scoot in front. In the bottom of the inning, Aaron Kearns yielded a leadoff single, then procured three straight outs to earn the win.
With the win, the Runnin’ Rebels move on to Sunday’s third round, facing the winner of Coeur d’Alene and Idaho Falls.
For the game, the Runnin’ Rebels totaled 23 hits, including four each from Mack Evans and Gunderson, plus three apiece from Luke Davis, Martin Serrano and Kaden Knowles. Kearns also supplied two hits at the plate.
That helped the Runnin’ Rebels post two runs in the first inning, four in the second, seven in the fourth, two in the fifth, one in the sixth, then the winning run in the ninth frame.
On the mound, Brody Burch started and tossed 3 1/3 innings, allowing four runs (two earned) on four hits, issuing one walk and striking out two. T.J. Edgington, Davis and Wilhelm all followed with stints on the mound, followed by Kearns, who closed things out with three innings of shutout ball, fanning two. | 2022-07-24T04:26:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Runnin' Rebels top Upper Valley in thriller, moving on in AA state tournament | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-top-upper-valley-in-thriller-moving-on-in-aa-state-tournament/article_2e4ccc11-b756-5508-8525-43f10808fdb7.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-top-upper-valley-in-thriller-moving-on-in-aa-state-tournament/article_2e4ccc11-b756-5508-8525-43f10808fdb7.html |
“We haven’t stopped,” Huff said. “Every day, we have unfinished business, and I’ll tell you that every day is an anniversary of the disappearance.”
Vaughan was reported missing on July 27, 2021, when he was 5 years old. Wednesday will be the one-year anniversary of his disappearance.
As of Friday, investigators did not have any suspects but are investigating several people of interest. Some information remains private as the criminal investigation continues.
In a Facebook post Friday afternoon, the Fruitland Police Department said it has processed over 1,000 leads in the case.
“Nearly all leads have been thoroughly reviewed and cleared as detectives evaluate each tip,” the post says. “The process is exhaustive and time intensive, but investigators believe someone will provide information to solve the case.”
A white Honda Pilot seen nearby has yet to be identified. It might be the car of a nearby resident, but this has yet to be confirmed.
Vaughan’s disappearance has not been linked to any similar cases.
The reward for information that would aid in Vaughan’s safe return has increased to $52,992. Huff urged those who may have information to contact authorities. | 2022-07-24T06:02:02Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Police provide one-year update on missing child Michael Vaughan | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/police-provide-one-year-update-on-missing-child-michael-vaughan/article_cde6c177-f8fe-5df3-a946-8df35bacef44.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/police-provide-one-year-update-on-missing-child-michael-vaughan/article_cde6c177-f8fe-5df3-a946-8df35bacef44.html |
Brown Stephen Kent Brown On July 19th, 2022, Stephen Kent Brown's long ride came to an end. Throughout his life he lived by a set of rules that took the best of the American values, an artist's take on the world, and outlaw logic and combined them into a world view that made spending time with him an adventure. He would not want us to be (too) sad at his passing, but instead take this opportunity to reflect on our own lives, embrace what is important to each of us, and dedicate ourselves to those pursuits; to fill the hole in our hearts left by his passing with light and love of our fellow man and the world around us. He lived his life with meaning, and though we struggle with death's worth, he would want us to remember that "our tears improve the Earth". Love you Dad. A viewing and service will be held at Wilks Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will take place in the Idaho Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot at 2:00 p.m. Memories & condolences may be given to the family at www.wilksfuneralhome.com
Stephen Kent Brown
Idaho Veterans Cemetery | 2022-07-24T07:38:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Brown, Stephen Kent | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/brown-stephen-kent/article_4fe77f8d-b27f-5fb0-95a2-be0d24c45e9b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/brown-stephen-kent/article_4fe77f8d-b27f-5fb0-95a2-be0d24c45e9b.html |
Carr, Nash Logan
Carr Nash Logan Carr Nash L. Carr, age 79, passed away at home in Pocatello ID on Sunday, July 10, 2022. He was born March 4, 1943 in Rock Springs, Wy to Imogeane Jeanette Sluder Carr and Nash Henry Carr. Nash's early life was spent in WY and he spent a lot of time with his beloved "Nana", Pearl Theason Sluder and his "Aunt Jo", who was a great support over the years with "Uncle Bob", as they all moved to different mining towns in WY. During Nash's elementary school years, he lived in many places from Indiana to California. He finally ended up living in Pocatello ID by his junior high years. He went to Irving Jr. High School and graduated from Pocatello High School in 1961. There he met some of his lifelong friends. After high school he joined the National Guard. In Pocatello, he met and married the love of his life, Kristine Ailshie, and they were married July 9, 1963. They enjoyed 59 amazing years together. During those years, they welcomed 4 wonderful children into their lives, Alicia, Anita, Matthew, and Zachary. Nash was very proud of his family, and said that he would never move them around. They would go to the same schools in one place. He worked in auto parts until he went to work at FMC. He retired from there after 37 years. His desire for accomplishment was shown in all his projects, from lifelong affection for everything to do with classic cars, to gardening (mainly tomatoes) and home improvement. He was never satisfied until the job was done to his satisfaction. He taught his children what he had learned, and they worked on his car restorations with him, and listened to Hank Williams, and Elvis. Nash became a Jehovah's Witness and enjoyed talking to people about the Bible and his hope for the future. He had a great sense of humor that will be missed by all. He treasured his family and friends. He especially appreciated his "Aunt Jo" and "Uncle Bob" Bollinger, and his sister-in-law Mary Lee Weimer, and his father-in-law Horace Ailshie for extra attention. He is survived by his wife Kristine Ailshie Carr, daughter Alicia Jo Reese (Wyatt), son Matthew Logan Carr (Shannon), Grandchildren, Shendrae Genta (Luke), Raven Reese, Evan Bates (Nickoal), Logan Carr, Laiten Carr, Landon Carr, and Tyler Carr. Great Grandchildren, Natalia, Lydia, Kynlie, Charlotte, and Abigail. Sister Patricia Gowan, Brothers John Carr, Jim Bollinger (Alice), and Jerry Bollinger, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, daughter Anita Kristine, and son Zachary Ailshie Carr. As well as Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins that played a large part in Nash's life. Memories & condolences may be given to the family at www.wilksfuneralhome.com
Nash L. Carr
Matthew Logan Carr
Zachary Ailshie Carr
Jim Bollinger
Alicia Jo Reese
Anita Kristine
Kristine Ailshie Carr | 2022-07-24T07:38:12Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Carr, Nash Logan | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/carr-nash-logan/article_260a7f69-25ce-57b8-814d-22d6ff79bfa8.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/carr-nash-logan/article_260a7f69-25ce-57b8-814d-22d6ff79bfa8.html |
Dunn Joyce Ann Dunn Our angel mother, Joyce Ann Elwell Dunn, 82, of McCammon, Idaho returned to her Heavenly Father and loved ones on the other side, on July 16, 2022. Joyce was born January 5, 1940 to Stewart Frank Elwell and Susan Esther Steen Elwell at Bemus Point, New York. She attended school at Cassadaga High School where she was a cheerleader and a member of the dance team. She always loved to play softball, ride horses, and be physically active. After joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, their family moved to Utah where Joyce graduated from Provo High School. She was very proud of the fact that, during her senior year, she accomplished all 4 years of seminary. She found the seminary a place of refuge, and her testimony flourished. She was ultimately asked to speak at her seminary graduation. She was married to Gerald "Jerry" William Dunn in the Idaho Falls Temple on April 11, 1958. They met in New York while Jerry was on his mission there. They built a home and raised their 4 daughters and 1 son in McCammon, Idaho. Her family was a huge part of her life. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was always ready to run to a ballgame, dance recital, choir concert, hunting trip, 4H fair, or family vacation. She treasured her little grandchildren and great grandchildren, thriving on their hugs. Joyce worked in the home and helped on their small farm. She made extra money working as an Avon lady and loved to travel her route delivering the packages to her friends. If you met Joyce, you were her friend. Joyce was very dedicated to her faith. She served in the Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society throughout her life. She spent countless hours on genealogy, researching her ancestry, recording their stories, and doing their ordinances for them. Her testimony of our Savior was deep and radiated from her. She never missed an opportunity to teach and share her love of the gospel. Serving and loving others were her gifts. Joyce is survived by her five children: Julie (Bart) Taylor, Bedford, WY ; Tammy (James) Thompson, McCammon, ID ; Valerie (Richard) Tillotson, Mackay, ID ; Amy (Mike) Myler, Moreland, ID ; Jerry (Jill) Dunn, McCammon, ID. Her siblings: Janice (Reed) Groo, Jack (Marsha) Elwell, and Jill (Blaine)Thompson. She leaves 21 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jerry Dunn. Funeral services will be conducted by Bishop Jerry Dunn at the McCammon Stake Center on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.. A viewing will be held that same day from 10:00 to 11:45. Interment will be in the Norton Cemetery in McCammon, ID. ______
Joyce Ann Elwell Dunn
Jerry Dunn
Mccammon Stake Center | 2022-07-24T07:38:18Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Dunn, Joyce Ann | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/dunn-joyce-ann/article_9a5ef343-de81-505f-beef-92d1df5e29c3.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/dunn-joyce-ann/article_9a5ef343-de81-505f-beef-92d1df5e29c3.html |
Frasure Sheri Wilson Frasure A Celebration of Life for Sheri Wilson Frasure, who passed away on May 13, 2022, will be held on Sunday, July 31, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Outback Golf Park on Pocatello Creek Road. The program, featuring family speakers and musical selections, will begin at 2:00.
Sheri Wilson Frasure
Pocatello Creek
Outback Golf Park | 2022-07-24T07:38:24Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Frasure, Sheri Wilson | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/frasure-sheri-wilson/article_2db22284-7230-5237-a305-7c33bf1a7c69.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/frasure-sheri-wilson/article_2db22284-7230-5237-a305-7c33bf1a7c69.html |
Hansen, Norman
Hansen Norman Hansen Norman Hansen passed away peacefully on July 20, 2022 with his family by his side. Norman was 92 years old. Norman was born on January 26, 1930 in Goshen, Idaho. He was the third child of Norman and Vera Maude Hansen. He had two older sisters, Elna and Shirley. He attended grade school in Goshen and graduated from Firth High School in 1949. He played basketball and also was in the AG club. He met his sweetheart Tresa in high school. They began dating their senior year and were married on November 29, 1950 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Norman and Tresa lived in Idaho Falls, Idaho; Dothan, Alabama; Weiser, Idaho and finally settled in Pocatello, Idaho. They purchased their home in 1959, and still reside there. Norman and Tresa had four children: Kevin, Randy, Scott, and Kelli. Norman treasured his entire family and loved them dearly. Family was always important to him. Norman was drafted into the Army and served honorably during the Korean War. When he returned, he went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad. He worked in the signal shop and was the sole maker of the lenses for the lights on the train tracks. He retired after 42 years of service. He loved to tinker and could fix or build anything. Norman enjoyed fishing and camping with his family, especially at Little Lost and Island park. Island Park was a special place the he and Tresa created to bring our family together. He loved and adored Tresa, his children, grandchildren and spouses and great grandchildren deeply. Norman is survived by his children Kevin (Sue), Randy (Joan), Scott (Joni), Kelli (Randall), 12 grandchildren and their spouses Chad (Lindsay), Andy (Jen), Dusty (Becca), Angie (Jay), Emily (Tyson), Nick (Kaitlin), Amanda (Britt), Taryn (Ryan), Kyrsten (Sam), Jace (Amy), Taigen (Grady), and Brittany; and 31 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Norman and Vera Maude, his wife Tresa, his son Scott, and his sisters Elna and Shirley. A Special thank you to Enhabit Hospice Care, his nurses Heather and Jenna, and the staff at Copper Summit. A special thank you to Dr. Fahim Rahim for his loving care and friendship to dad. Also a special thank you to Carl and Bertha Marler for their longtime friendship to Dad and Mom. Services will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Wilks Funeral Home located at 211 W. Chubbuck Road, Chubbuck, Idaho 83202. A viewing will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on the same day. Burial will be at Fielding Memorial Park Cemetery in Idaho Falls, Idaho following the services. | 2022-07-24T07:38:30Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Hansen, Norman | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/hansen-norman/article_2f94b7b3-5aa8-5cf4-9831-6e7c3f75e244.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/hansen-norman/article_2f94b7b3-5aa8-5cf4-9831-6e7c3f75e244.html |
Lewis Theron Lamont Lewis Theron Lamont Lewis, 87, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022, at MorningStar Reflections. Lamont was born on September 8, 1934, in Pocatello, Idaho to Henry Leo Lewis and Laura Bell Adams Lewis. He grew up in Tyhee, Idaho, and graduated from Pocatello High School in 1954. After High School, he joined the United States Army. He was stationed in Korea. On June 20, 1956, he married Vaunita Lou Fitch in Pocatello, Idaho. One year later they were sealed together in the Logan Utah Temple. To this union, 5 children were born. Upon his discharge from the Army, "Monte" began working installing furnaces for Montgomery Ward and LuxAir Heating and Air in Pocatello. The family moved to Idaho Falls and he began working for Bingham Mechanical and Marcum Mechanical. In 1984, he started Lewis Mechanical with his brother and two sons. This venture grew to be one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northwest. He retired in 2000. Lamont was a master of his craft and was well respected by those who knew him. Lamont was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was willing to serve in many callings throughout his life. He loved his community and every 4th of July along with his wife served a community breakfast. He was proud of his service in the military and loved the flag and this country. He recently donated 15 flags to the "Field of Honor Memorial" in Idaho Falls. He was very creative and built many floats throughout his life for parades. He loved old cars. He restored many, and he had a collection of die-cast cars. Art was a big part of his life, and he would create the magic of the events he was a part of. With his love for his family and get-togethers as everyone was leaving his famous last words were "We need to do this more often". He is survived by his loving wife, Vaunita Lewis of Idaho Falls, ID; his sons: Waylin (Paige) Lewis of Idaho Falls, ID and Kenyan (Barbara) Lewis of Pocatello, ID; his daughters: Heidi (Malcolm) Pope of Pocatello, ID, Kami (Dale) Kellogg of Shelley, ID, and Lauralee (Brett) Brewerton of Shelley, ID; his brother, Leland (Eileen) Lewis of Pocatello, ID; his sister, Lorna (Chad) Eskelsen of St. George, UT; 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers, and 6 sisters. In lieu of flowers, please follow in Lamont's giving nature to your local food bank. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.
Theron Lamont | 2022-07-24T07:38:49Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Lewis, Theron Lamont | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/lewis-theron-lamont/article_8c339fac-58d1-53fd-9673-6a9d98c98b1c.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/lewis-theron-lamont/article_8c339fac-58d1-53fd-9673-6a9d98c98b1c.html |
Mark Nye Nye W. Marcus Nye, known by his friends and colleagues as Mark, died surrounded by family on July 16th. He was born in New York City on August 3rd, 1945. Having been raised in Pocatello Idaho, he claimed native status and spent his whole life living in and serving the State he loved. His education, career and legislative service may have required him to temporarily leave Pocatello, but having concluded his business, he always came back to the city he called home. After graduation from Pocatello High School and serving as student body president in 1963, he boarded a train and headed to Cambridge, Massachusetts where he attended Harvard University on a scholarship graduating in 1967. Soon after graduation, Mark came home to Idaho and in 1974 earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho, College of Law, where he was a member of the board of editors of the Law Review. Home again in Pocatello, Mark joined the law firm of Racine, Huntley & Olson. His integrity, intellect and commitment to the law were immediately recognized. He soon was named a partner in the firm which later became Racine, Olsen, Nye and Budge. Which is now Racine Olsen. Mark enjoyed a long successful career, always willing to lend his energy and expertise where it was helpful. He served on the Board of Governors of the American Bar Association and was past president of the Idaho State Bar Association. Mark was president of the 6th District Bar in 1982 and served as president of the Idaho Association of Defense Council in 1983. He was a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, and a member of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association since 1980. In 1995, he boarded a plane every Friday morning for Moscow to lecture future Idaho lawyers on Products Liability at the College of Law. As Mark began to wind down his law practice of 40 years - it was not a surprise to those who knew and worked with him, that he finally answered the call to serve in the state legislature. Both Mark and his wife Eva have been longtime supporters of progressive issues in Idaho. It was a natural next step in his career to announce his candidacy for the Idaho House of Representatives where he served for one term. He then made the transition to a seat in the Idaho State Senate for three terms. While in the legislature, Mark fought endlessly to make a difference for the people of Idaho. He supported and concentrated on education and growing the economy. He was a voice for all Idahoans. He will be remembered by those he worked with at the State House as a kind and compassionate man who always had an open door and a dry wit. As a youth, Mark loved playing baseball and continued while attending Harvard. He enjoyed the outdoors, skiing, golf, and fishing. He flew his own plane and traveled with family and friends as much as time would allow. To fulfill his keen sense of curiosity, Mark consistently read: Idaho history, Native cultural studies, biographies, and politics. Gatherings of friends and family over the years created fond memories that were especially important to him and his family. Mark will be missed by his family, colleagues, and the friends he made and valued throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his mother: Nora McLaren Nye, his father Walter R. Nye, his sister Elisabeth Nye. Then, the devasting loss of son Philip in 2003. Mark will be remembered by those he loved. His wife Eva, children, Rob (Patty) Stephanie, Jennifer (Chad). Grandchildren: Meredith, Grant, Everett, and Alex. His sister Marcia Nye (Mark Badger). Nephews: Justin Freer (Jessica), Jan Marcus Noorda (Makall). Nieces: Ashley Bahney (Ben), Birch Pennycook (Will) and Claire Onyechi (Kingsley). A celebration of life is planned for September 17th at 4:00 pm at the Idaho State University Performing Arts Center. It was Mark's wish that gifts in his memory be made to the ROAR Scholarship Fund at the Idaho State University Foundation. Gifts may be made online at: isu.edu/give or by mail to: ISU FOUNDATION ROAR SCHOLORSHIP, MS 8050, Pocatello, ID 83209-8050.
Mark Badger
Nye Nye W. Marcus Nye | 2022-07-24T07:39:01Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Nye, Mark | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/nye-mark/article_b4678c9e-b660-516d-9c7a-995dc150baa1.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/nye-mark/article_b4678c9e-b660-516d-9c7a-995dc150baa1.html |
Tom Edward Peterson
POCATELLO — A 41-year-old local man faces multiple felony charges after police say he battered a 13-year-old boy and his mother before fleeing the scene while intoxicated with his 4-year-old child in the car.
Tom Edward Peterson, of Pocatello, has been charged with injury to a child, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery in the presence of a child, all felonies, as well as misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence and injury to a child.
The incident began to unfold around 9:11 p.m. on Wednesday when Pocatello police were dispatched to the 200 block of Yellowstone Avenue for the report of a physical disturbance.
Upon arrival, police came into contact with a woman who said Peterson attacked her and her 13-year-old son at their Pocatello home after consuming several alcoholic beverages, according to police reports the Idaho State Journal obtained Friday.
The woman told officers that Peterson then threw the boy down onto the ground, attempted to mount him and continued attempting to strangle him, though the woman intervened, allowing the boy to free himself and retreat inside the home, police said.
Inside the home, Peterson began battering the woman, which involved slapping her in the face numerous times, shoulder checking her and pushing her around, police said. Peterson then grabbed a wooden chair in the kitchen and began slamming it onto the floor and counter, said police, adding that he punched the microwave numerous times and attempted to tip over the refrigerator but the woman stopped him.
Eventually the woman was able to get the boy and another child out of the house and left the home in her vehicle, arriving at a nearby business on the 200 block of Yellowstone Avenue where she called the police.
The woman told police that Peterson was intoxicated and had his 4-year-old son with him and she was very concerned for the boy's safety, according to police reports.
Officers pinged Peterson’s phone and it showed he was last observed driving on Interstate 86 in the Raft River area, police said. Officers escorted the woman and her children back to her home to standby as she retrieved items from the home when Peterson arrived with the 4-year-old boy in his arms.
After placing the boy on the ground, Peterson began leaving the area on foot, shouting expletives at officers and ignoring their commands, police said. When Peterson reached inside his waistband area officers ordered him to show them his hands, police said. He ignored the commands, which resulted in officers deploying a Taser against him, police said.
Police spoke to the 4-year-old boy who confirmed he was riding around in his dad’s vehicle just prior to arriving at the Pocatello residence.
Peterson was subsequently arrested and booked into the Bannock County Jail in Pocatello. Before being booked Peterson completed a breathalyzer test and provided police with two blood alcohol content samples that were 0.152 and 0.144, both of which are close to being twice the legal limit to safely operate a motor vehicle in the state.
Peterson appeared in front of 6th District Judge Todd Garbett for an arraignment hearing Thursday, during which his bond was set at $50,000 and a no-contact order was issued between him and the victims.
Peterson is due back in court on Aug. 1 for a preliminary hearing in which prosecutors will attempt to prove there is enough evidence against him to elevate the case from the magistrate to district court level for trial.
If convicted of the three felony charges against him, Peterson faces no less than one and up to 25 years in prison and fine of up to $120,000.
Peterson is also accused of using a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony crime, which could extend any prison sentence levied against him by up to 15 years.
Todd Garbett | 2022-07-24T17:22:36Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Police: Local man battered woman and her son, then drove drunk with 4-year-old in car | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/police-local-man-battered-woman-and-her-son-then-drove-drunk-with-4-year-old/article_d16b7bcb-d943-5ca5-936e-5465967645d9.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/police-local-man-battered-woman-and-her-son-then-drove-drunk-with-4-year-old/article_d16b7bcb-d943-5ca5-936e-5465967645d9.html |
To qualify for the ballot, the Secretary of State’s Office said the group needed at least 64,945 signatures from 6 percent of voters statewide and 6 percent of voters from at least 18 different legislative districts.
To pay for the increase in education funding, the initiative would increase the corporate income tax from 6 percent to 8 percent and create a new tax bracket at 10.925 percent for individuals making more than $250,000 per year and families making more than $500,000. The initiative would not affect sales tax or property tax rates.
Today, Idaho has a slightly lower corporate income tax rate than neighboring states of Oregon (6.6 percent and 7.6 percent, depending on the bracket) and Montana (6.75 percent), according to the nonprofit Tax Foundation. If voters approve the initiative, Idaho’s corporate income tax rate would be slightly higher at 8 percent than Oregon and Montana’s rates. Of the neighboring states that charge a corporate income tax, Utah’s rate is the lowest at 4.85 percent. Washington and Nevada don’t have a corporate income tax but have a different tax called a gross receipts tax. Wyoming does not have a corporate income tax.
Reclaim Idaho is the same organization that led the successful 2018 Medicaid expansion ballot initiative, which was approved by 60.6 percent of voters and expanded Medicaid eligibility to more Idahoans.
“This is a modest and reasonable tax proposal,” he said. “It simply restores corporate income tax rates to what they used to be in Idaho, and adds no new income taxes to anyone making under $250,000 a year. All the initiative does — beyond restoring the corporate income tax rate — is it adds an individual income tax on the amount earned over a quarter-million dollars a year. So less than 1 percent of Idahoans will pay any new taxes under this initiative.” | 2022-07-25T21:11:55Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Reclaim Idaho’s education initiative certified for November election ballot | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/reclaim-idaho-s-education-initiative-certified-for-november-election-ballot/article_eb4fd437-621b-52bc-86d9-5d90e3915409.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/reclaim-idaho-s-education-initiative-certified-for-november-election-ballot/article_eb4fd437-621b-52bc-86d9-5d90e3915409.html |
U of I workshops help address family and consumer sciences teacher shortage
University of Idaho’s Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences hosts a pair of workshops akin to attending summer camp for several teachers from throughout the state.
Ten family and consumer science (FCS) teachers got a refresher on the topics of food nutrition and the culinary arts at the university’s first annual Culinary Base Camp, which was hosted on campus June 13-14. Fourteen FCS teachers participated in the university’s fifth annual Textiles Base Camp June 15-17.
The workshops, which also provide the opportunity to earn professional development credits, are among the many ways in which the school is seeking to address an extreme shortage of FCS teachers at a time when interest in FCS subjects is enjoying a renaissance.
Throughout Idaho and across the nation, school districts are restoring FCS programs that previously fell victim to the budgetary ax, while FCS teachers are retiring in droves. This has resulted in an abundance of job openings for FCS teachers both in junior high and high schools.
In addition to keeping current in their disciplines and learning new approaches to teaching, participants in the Base Camps make good friends. Some of the camps are also available virtually, enabling out-of-state FCS teachers to participate.
“I gave a lecture on microbiome and nutrition. That is a topic almost no FCS teacher learned in college because it’s a new area,” explained Shelley McGuire, director of the Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences. “In addition to being a great educational opportunity, it is a great recruiting event for the University of Idaho to be honest. These teachers had a great experience at U of I, and we hope that they’re going back to their classrooms and sharing these wonderful things about U of I with their students.”
McGuire attributes much of the rapid growth in her school’s apparel, textiles and design program over the recent years to positive experiences during past Textiles Base Camps.
The school’s enrollment declined precipitously from 2012 through 2018 before beginning an upswing in 2019. These enrollment gains correlate in large part with renewed investments in Idaho’s middle school and high school FCS programs, including those in cities such as Boise, Lewiston, Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene. In many cases, restoring FCS programs requires significant investments by school districts, such as restoring kitchens and other facilities that were previously repurposed. McGuire attributes the resurgence in FCS programs to a growing societal awareness of the importance of teaching life literacy skills, such as those related to food, nutrition, clothing, personal finance, sustainability and early childhood development.
“The programs are coming back and they’re all looking for teachers,” McGuire said, adding placement of students across all FCS disciplines is also high. “There are so many jobs. There are so many FCS teacher openings. We could place every single student we have for years to come.”
McGuire considers it fortunate that the school she heads remained intact, given that FCS disciplines have been moved under other units at many institutions. U of I’s FCS teaching program, however, was a casualty to declining enrollment and university budget cuts, until it was restored in the fall of 2021.
That’s when the school’s previous director, Sonya Meyer along with John Cannon, coordinator of career and technical education programs with U of I’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction, spearheaded the effort to resurrect the FCS teaching program as a dual major. Graduates earn both a degree in education and family and consumer sciences. They all get jobs.
Currently, about 10 students are enrolled in the program, which was officially launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. McGuire said the program’s capacity is about 60 students.
“We are at the stage now of just getting the word out that we’re doing this again,” McGuire said.
The school has also reorganized and added new majors, such as nutritional sciences and human development and family studies.
Idaho lost more than 20 FCS secondary programs between 2008 and 2012, due to the economic downturn when all districts had to make hard budget choices. Many did not replace retiring teachers according to data from the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education’s Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Services program. Program Quality Manager Theresa Golis said in addition to districts reinstating programs, new schools — including Thunder Ridge High School in the Bonneville School District and Owyhee High School in the West Ada School District — have started FCS programs.
Statewide, more than 25,000 students are enrolled in FCS middle and high school programs, and filling teaching vacancies is a constant challenge. At one point in the past year, Golis was sending emails about filling 15 FCS teacher openings, and those were just the vacancies that she knew about.
A few special programs are helping the state license new FCS teachers. Golis explained many FCS teachers are licensed through a program that allows industry professionals to obtain a career technical teaching license and teach while simultaneously engaging in teacher pedagogy coursework and mentoring. This route to certification allows these certified instructors to teach FCS pathway programs such as culinary arts, hospitality, early childhood education, and apparel and textiles. Another certification route, called CTE Alternative Authorization – Teacher to New, allows a certified teacher to obtain an FCS endorsement. A third route, called CTE Alternative Authorization – Content Specialist, enables content-knowledgeable candidates to earn the broad field FCS endorsement while working as an FCS teacher.
With the career and personal growth focus in family and consumer sciences, Idaho has placed a greater emphasis on teaching career-oriented skills to make students ready for the workforce. For example, Golis said three years ago U of I was instrumental in helping Idaho launch an occupationally based high school apparel and textiles program to prepare students for roles beyond sewing in the apparel textile industry in Idaho.
“I think the No. 1 thing that’s holding us back is people don’t understand who we are and what we do,” Golis said. “They assume we are the same home economics program they experienced when they were in middle school and high school 30 years ago. Clearly, that is not the case.” | 2022-07-25T21:11:57Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | U of I workshops help address family and consumer sciences teacher shortage | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/u-of-i-workshops-help-address-family-and-consumer-sciences-teacher-shortage/article_33d1490d-4db3-5413-9245-1a53546494e0.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/u-of-i-workshops-help-address-family-and-consumer-sciences-teacher-shortage/article_33d1490d-4db3-5413-9245-1a53546494e0.html |
Thank you to Lookout Credit Union, the city of Pocatello, Myers Anderson Architects, the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Chiefs, Starr Corp., and all those that came out last week for the groundbreaking of Lookout Point! It was an exciting morning for Historic Downtown Pocatello. There is a tremendous amount of work ahead. We are definitely looking forward to the official ribbon cutting and opening in April 2023!
Thank you to the Bengal Bridge students from Idaho State University who came Downtown last week for a service project. A hundred students, in just a little over an hour, did an amazing amount of work in our public spaces and landscape areas. Roar Bengals Roar!
Thank you to the American Solar Challenge teams, crews and staff for choosing to visit Historic Downtown Pocatello on July 15 and 16. Thank you to the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Chiefs, Intermountain Gas Company, McDonalds, the City of Pocatello, Portneuf Resource Council, Portneuf Valley Boys and Girls Club, and the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market for helping us welcome and host the American Solar Challenge and the National Park Service! Thank you to event coordinator Tabatha Butler! It was an amazing experience for our community!
Pocatello Electric is celebrating 120 years! Each week Suzi and her amazing staff are giving away awesome prizes as well as offering special promotions all leading up to their grand prize drawing and celebration. Stop in to learn more about how to win weekly prizes and the two grand prizes: a front load washer and dryer set and a queen mattress set.
Barricade, 308 E. Center St., features a retro arcade experience in a "grown up" way! Enjoy playing PacMan, Asteroids, and pinball all while drinking a beer, a glass of wine, or an energy drink! If you haven’t checked them out yet, stop in this week for an adult slushie or on Sunday for brunch. Barricade is teaming up with ChubbyZ' to host a bottomless mimosa brunch on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Specials on 10 Barrel and Cutwater Bloody Marys as well. Eat, drink, and play some games this week at Barricade!
Huddlle Device Repair located at 312 W. Center St. is an electronic device repair shop that can fix anything from phones, computers, video game consoles, soldering and more. Stop in today and let their expert look at your device and get it running like new again! They recently moved offices, so look for them towards the back of the building.
Maag Prescription & Medical Supply, 333 W. Center St., has been your locally owned, independent pharmacy for over 71 years! Maag Prescription & Medical Supply offers a full line of pharmacy products, compounds, first aid, oxygen, compression socks, and so much more! Always free delivery. They accept all insurance plans, with the same co-pays as the big box stores. Stop in and let Greg, Kathy and their staff help you get and stay healthy!
Mark your calendars! Maag’s Yearly Customer Appreciation BBQ is Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. While visiting, be sure to check out the brand-new mural on the east side of the building, created and painted by artists Paula TopSky Houtz, her daughter Taysia, Jon Hanley and Heidi Yerbich. “Mother and Sisters,” is a beautiful new piece of Downtown public art.
Revive @ 5 on Wednesday will be sponsored by Denny's Wrecker Service. The Aaron Ball Band will be live on stage from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PoDogs and Mama Inez will have delicious food available. Live music, great food, cold beverages and family fun, every Wednesday, all summer long at the Downtown Pavilion.
On Saturday, the “Creative Kids” workshop at the Pocatello Art Center, 444 N. Main St., will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids will have the opportunity to make a mandala stone and photo holder made from everyday objects. This event is intended as a family activity, so parents please plan to stay with your kids. This workshop is free. Please pre-register by calling 208-232-9270.
The Portneuf Valley Farmers Market will be open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with loads of freshly picked produce including tomatoes, onions, carrots, raspberries and squash. The Angel Tones will be performing beginning at 9:30 a.m. Don’t forget the Farmers Market accepts EBT/SNAP benefits. Come shop fresh and local at the Farmers Market!
The Crafter’s Market inside Station Square, 200 S. Main St., will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 20 vendors each week! Arepas Factory is open for breakfast, lunch and beverages.
For more information about shopping and dining specials, additional events, live music, art workshops and all of the excitement happening in Historic Downtown Pocatello, please visit us on Facebook and click on Events.
We would love to see you shopping, dining and enjoying your Downtown this week. Thank you for supporting local every way you can, every time you can! | 2022-07-26T00:50:30Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Historic Downtown Pocatello weekly update | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/historic-downtown-pocatello-weekly-update/article_11f2d4de-1d5c-50ca-9841-9449cba39d51.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/historic-downtown-pocatello-weekly-update/article_11f2d4de-1d5c-50ca-9841-9449cba39d51.html |
POCATELLO — A Bannock County jury convicted a 33-year-old local man Thursday of one count of felony lewd conduct against a child stemming from criminal charges filed against him in 2020.
Timothy David Viles, 33, of Pocatello, was initially charged with two counts of felony lewd conduct in January 2020 following a five-month Pocatello police investigation that was launched in August 2019.
Prosecutors alleged in charging documents that Viles sexually abused an 8-year-old girl and a 10-year-old girl between January 2017 and February 2019.
Both girls participated in separate forensic interviews at a local child advocacy center, during which they disclosed the abuse.
Police interviewed Viles in September 2019 and he denied ever sexually abusing the two girls and offered to take a polygraph test to clear his name, said police, adding that Viles would later schedule and then cancel the test after consulting with an attorney.
Viles was charged and arrested in January 2020. He posted a bond in February 2020 and was released from jail.
The jury trial for Viles began in front of 6th District Judge Javier Gabiola in Bannock County on Tuesday. The trial involved prosecutors calling both girls to testify as well as a relative of the girls and an employee of the local child advocacy center who spoke as a expert on child sexual abuse cases.
Also, a nurse who conducted sexual assault examaninations on both girls was also called to testify.
Viles would take the stand to testify in his own defense and also called upon two family members to testify. The trial lasted two days and the jury returned on the third day to deliberate.
The jury deliberated for about seven hours before finding him guilty of one count of felony lewd conduct against a child and acquitting him on the other, court records show. He was remanded back into the custody of the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office and incarcerated at the jail with no bond.
Viles faces up to life in prison and a fine of up to $50,000 during a sentencing hearing set for Sept. 19.
“It’s fair to say that I am disappointed he was not found guilty on both charges but I hope that justice will be served at sentencing,” Bannock County Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney handling the case Erin Tognetti said about the trial.
Timothy David Viles | 2022-07-26T00:50:57Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Jury convicts local man of sexually abusing 8-year-old girl between 2017 and 2019 | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/jury-convicts-local-man-of-sexually-abusing-8-year-old-girl-between-2017-and-2019/article_1749e32f-19b3-5770-9e7c-164f530526cb.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/jury-convicts-local-man-of-sexually-abusing-8-year-old-girl-between-2017-and-2019/article_1749e32f-19b3-5770-9e7c-164f530526cb.html |
Jennifer Ann Miller
POCATELLO — A 38-year-old local woman has been charged with felony driving under the influence after police say she drove drunk on Thursday evening.
Jennifer Ann Miller, 38, of Pocatello, was charged with felony DUI Thursday evening after having been previously convicted of a felony DUI charge in 2010.
The incident began to unfold around 10 p.m. Thursday when police came into contact with Miller on the 400 block of Randolph Avenue. Officers observed Miller had red and glossy eyes, her speech was slurred, she was stumbling and a strong odor of alcohol was emanating from her person, according to a police report the Idaho State Journal obtained Friday.
The officer administered a standardized field sobriety test, of which Miller failed, and then requested she provide two breathalyzer samples, police said. The blood alcohol content levels Miller provided both 0.198, which were over twice the legal limit to safely operate a motor vehicle in Idaho.
Miller appeared in front of 6th District Judge Scott Axline for an arraignment hearing Friday, during which she was ordered to be released from jail on her own recognizance.
Miller is due back in court on Aug. 2 for a preliminary hearing in which prosecutors will attempt to prove there is enough evidence against her to elevate the case from the magistrate to district court level for trial.
If convicted of the felony DUI charge, Miller faces no less than 30 days in jail and up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. | 2022-07-26T00:51:04Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local woman charged with felony driving under the influence | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-woman-charged-with-felony-driving-under-the-influence/article_ae383c16-20be-5498-9082-6afd566fe4aa.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-woman-charged-with-felony-driving-under-the-influence/article_ae383c16-20be-5498-9082-6afd566fe4aa.html |
Firefighters with the Pocatello Fire Department respond to a gas leak at the old Idaho Central Credit Union demolition site on East Benton Street on Monday.
Demolition crews struck a gas line, causing a gas leak on Monday at the site of the former Idaho Central Credit Union on East Benton Street in Pocatello.
Pocatello Fire Department Assistant Chief Shane Grow said firefighters responded at about 8:45 a.m. to a report of a strong gas odor in the area. The gas company came to shut off the line, and it took about three hours after the fire crew's arrival for the leak to be controlled and the scene cleared.
Grow said no one had to be evacuated from the area due to the leak, and construction continued at the site after the leak was contained.
The old ICCU building at 544 E. Benton St. is being demolished to make room for a multi-tenant building that will house a Starbucks coffee shop and two other businesses. Construction is expected to be complete by spring of 2023. | 2022-07-26T00:51:11Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Firefighters respond to gas leak at old ICCU demolition site | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/firefighters-respond-to-gas-leak-at-old-iccu-demolition-site/article_95b159f6-f9b7-50b2-865f-8ed62ddea9a4.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/firefighters-respond-to-gas-leak-at-old-iccu-demolition-site/article_95b159f6-f9b7-50b2-865f-8ed62ddea9a4.html |
U.S. Attorney's Office District of Idaho news release
POCATELLO – Melvin Misael Alcaraz-Valdez, of Declo, Idaho, was sentenced to federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit, today.
Chief U.S. District Judge David C. Nye sentenced Alcaraz-Valdez to 135 months. Alcaraz-Valdez, upon completion of his time, was ordered to serve an additional five years of supervised release.
Melvin Misael Alcaraz-valdez | 2022-07-26T04:03:15Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local man sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for meth distribution conviction | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/local-man-sentenced-to-over-11-years-in-federal-prison-for-meth-distribution-conviction/article_7f9b5d73-8bea-5fc2-b5ae-e0f5e98d773b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/local-man-sentenced-to-over-11-years-in-federal-prison-for-meth-distribution-conviction/article_7f9b5d73-8bea-5fc2-b5ae-e0f5e98d773b.html |
Kody Ray Dann, left, Sean Michael Clarke, second from left, Keisha Marie McCoy, third from left and Day Brianna Witt.
Local police arrested four Pocatello residents on felony meth charges following three seperate incidents in the Gate City area this past week.
A 29-year-old local man has been charged with felony drug possession after police say they located hundreds of used syringes in the trunk of his car that tested positive for meth and heroin.
Kody Ray Dann, of Pocatello, has been charged with two counts of felony possession of a controlled substance, one for meth and one for heroin, as well as one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop on July 17, according to police and court records the Idaho State Journal recently obtained.
Chubbuck police observed a man, later identified as Dann, operating a 2003 Ford Focus on the 5000 block of Yellowstone Avenue around 1 p.m. on July 17. When the officer ran the license plate for the vehicle, it showed the registration had been expired for more than one year.
The officer initiated a traffic stop and Dann informed police that he was aware the vehicle’s registration had expired and that he was driving without a valid driver’s license or insurance, police said.
A police K-9 officer responded to the scene and positively indicated that narcotics were located inside. Police searched the car and located a red bag with numerous unused hypodermic needles with the caps on them on the backseat floor below a baby’s carseat, police said.
In the trunk, officers located a cooler that contained bins with “hundreds of used needles in the bins,” said police, adding that they also located bongs, tooters, pipes, grinders and other drug paraphernalia.
Many of the used needles contained residue that tested positive for both meth and heroin, police said.
Dann was subsequently charged, arrested and booked into the Bannock County Jail in Pocatello.
He appeared in front of 6th District Judge David Hooste for an arraignment hearing on July 18, during which his bond was set at $10,000.
Dann is due back in court on Aug. 1 for a preliminary hearing in which prosecutors will attempt to prove there is enough evidence against him to elevate the case from the magistrate to district court level for trial.
If convicted of the two felony drug possession charges, Dann faces up to 14 years in prison and a fine of up to $30,000.
Keisha Marie McCoy, 22, of Bannock County, has been charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, meth, following a traffic stop on Friday, according to a Pocatello police report obtained by the Journal on Monday.
Pocatello police pulled over a black Hyundai Elantra on the 600 block of East Lewis Street for expired registration around 12:15 a.m. Friday and identified McCoy as the driver, police said.
While speaking with McCoy, an officer located drug paraphernalia on the passenger’s side of the car and detained McCoy while a search was conducted, according to police.
Police located a silicone container inside the car that contained a white crystalline substance that, along with residue found on the drug paraphernalia, tested positive for meth.
McCoy was arrested and booked in the Bannock County Jail on felony drug possession charges.
She was arraigned on Friday in front of 6th District Judge Scott Axline, during which she was ordered to be released on her own recognizance and to report to pretrial release services.
McCoy is due back in court for a preliminary hearing on Aug. 3.
If convicted of the felony possession of meth charge, she faces up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000.
Sean Michael Clarke, 33, and Day Brianna Witt, 22, both of Pocatello, were each charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, meth, and misdemeanor counts of possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop around 10:15 p.m. Friday, police said.
Officers initiated a traffic stop on a 2010 gray Nissan Titan near the intersection of Hawthorne and Alameda roads after the registration came back saying the vehicle was supposed to be blue, police said.
Clarke was identified as the driver of the truck and Witt was sitting in the front passenger seat. Clarke was on felony parole and his supervising officer ordered that he be detained and searched, police said.
Officers located two knives and two capped, unused hypodermic needles inside of Clarke’s pants pockets, police said.
Inside the car, officers located a bag containing a white crystalline substance in the passenger door and more inside a backpack on the rear floorboard behind the driver’s seat that tested positive for meth, said police, adding that numerous items of drug paraphernalia were also seized.
Both Clarke and Witt were charged, arrested and booked into the Bannock County Jail.
Both appeared in front of 6th District Judge Steven Thomsen for separate arraignment hearings Monday, during which Clarke’s bond was set at $20,000 and Witt was ordered to be released from jail on her own recognizance.
Both are scheduled to appear back in court on Aug. 3 for preliminary hearings.
If convicted of the felony possession of meth charges, both Clarke and Witt face up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000.
Sean Michael Clarke
Keisha Marie Mccoy
Kody Ray Dann | 2022-07-26T04:03:17Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local police arrest four Pocatello residents on meth charges in seven day span | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-police-arrest-four-pocatello-residents-on-meth-charges-in-seven-day-span/article_81e518a4-e9f7-5a83-a413-8ccc8ee06699.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-police-arrest-four-pocatello-residents-on-meth-charges-in-seven-day-span/article_81e518a4-e9f7-5a83-a413-8ccc8ee06699.html |
Isaac Cesar Reyes, left, and Terry Eugene Rademacher.
Kiana Foster
POCATELLO — Two Pocatello men were arrested and charged with felony meth trafficking in separate incidents last week in which nearly 300 grams of the illicit narcotic was seized, according to police and court records.
The incident began to unfold on Thursday when an anonymous person called Idaho State Police to report Reyes was on his way to California to pick up a large quantity of fentanyl pills, according to an Idaho State Police report obtained by the Idaho State Journal on Monday.
The caller provided a phone number for Reyes and police were able to obtain a search warrant to ping Reyes’ phone, police said.
Idaho State Police troopers pinged Reyes’ phone on Thursday and learned he was in the Los Angeles area, according to the police report. Troopers around 6 a.m. Saturday pinged the phone again and it showed Reyes was traveling northbound on Interstate 15 from Los Angeles heading toward Idaho, police said.
Around 4:23 p.m. Saturday, the ping showed that Reyes’ phone was still heading northbound and crossing the Idaho-Utah border, said police, adding that around 5:26 p.m. a trooper stopped a silver 2017 Honda Accord with a temporary California license plate for tint that was too dark near the Pocatello Creek Road exit on Interstate 15. Reyes’ phone was pinged and shown to be inside the car, police said.
Immediately upon stopping the vehicle and making contact with the occupants, officers observed a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, police said.
The trooper requested the car pull over into the parking lot of a gas station on Pocatello Creek Road and the occupants were ordered out of the car. Reyes was identified as a back passenger in the vehicle and Foster was sitting in the front passenger seat, police said.
Reyes was placed into handcuffs and detained for an outstanding warrant in Bingham County and officers searched the car, according to the police report.
As a result of the search, officers located a large plastic bag with rubber bands around it that contained 201.5 grams of meth, of which Reyes admitted the bag belonged to him, police said.
Police also located a pink and white beach bag that contained a coin purse. Inside the purse, officers located another 15.3 grams of meth and drug paraphernalia and Foster admitted the beach bag was hers, police added.
Both Reyes and Foster were arrested, charged and booked into the Bannock County Jail in Pocatello.
Reyes and Foster both appeared in front of 6th District Judge Steven Thomsen for separate arraignment hearings Monday, during which Reyes’ bond was set at $75,000 and Foster’s bond was set at $15,000.
Foster is due back in court on Aug. 3 and Reyes is due back on Aug. 4 for separate preliminary hearings in which prosecutors will attempt to prove there is enough evidence against them to elevate the cases from the magistrate to district court level for trial.
If convicted of the felony meth trafficking charge, Reyes faces a mandatory minimum of five years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000 and a maximum penalty of up to life in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.
Foster faces up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000 if convicted of the felony meth possession charge.
Terry Eugene Rademacher, 41, Pocatello, has been charged with trafficking meth after Pocatello police officers say they located 65 grams of the substance in his car following a traffic stop on Thursday.
Pocatello police officers observed around 11:48 p.m. Thursday a green Chevrolet Malibu operating in the area of East Clark Street and North 11th Avenue without any working tail lights and initiated a traffic stop, police said.
Officers identified Rademacher as the driver of the vehicle and observed a silicone container in the center console that is commonly used to store illegal narcotics, according to the police report.
Rademacher told officers he stored CBD oil inside the container and declined the officer’s request to see inside, police said.
A K-9 unit was dispatched to the scene and positively indicated that illegal narcotics were located inside, resulting in police searching the car, according to the report. Police located a collapsible baton and a fixed-blade knife on Rademacher’s person when he was ordered out of the car.
Inside the car, officers located a loaded 9mm pistol, several bags of meth and items of drug paraphernalia.
Police arrested Rademacher and weighed the suspected meth at the police station, which weighed a total of 65.52 grams, police said.
Rademacher’s bond was set at $75,000 during a Friday arraignment hearing in front of 6th District Judge Scott Axline.
If convicted of the felony meth trafficking charge, Rademacher faces a mandatory minimum of three years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 and a maximum penalty of up to life in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.
Isaac Cesar Reyes
Terry Eugene Rademacher | 2022-07-26T04:03:18Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Police: Separate drug busts result in two dealers arrested, nearly 300 grams of meth confiscated | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/police-separate-drug-busts-result-in-two-dealers-arrested-nearly-300-grams-of-meth-confiscated/article_e28723d1-cc98-5c7f-9d36-796295186831.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/police-separate-drug-busts-result-in-two-dealers-arrested-nearly-300-grams-of-meth-confiscated/article_e28723d1-cc98-5c7f-9d36-796295186831.html |
Runnin' Rebels center fielder Mack Evans makes contact with a pitch during a game earlier this season.
The Runnin' Rebels dropped their AA state tournament fourth-round game on Monday, falling to Coeur d'Alene in an 11-3 affair, but they're moving on to Tuesday's state championship game.
Because the Runnin' Rebels had advanced to this stage of the tournament without a loss, this game's real purpose was to determine how many times the team's championship-game opponent would need to beat them. Whoever the Rebels face on Tuesday, either Coeur d'Alene or Idaho Falls, there will be just one game. Since all three teams have one loss, the winner captures the AA state title.
In Monday's game, Jayce Vaughan and Brody Burch turned in two-hit outings and the Runnin' Rebels got RBIs from Gunner Wilhelm, Colton Sneddon and JD Gunderson, but that wasn't enough to come back. The Lumbermen tallied three runs in the second inning and five in the third, so even though the Rebels responded with runs in the fourth, sixth and seventh innings, they couldn't scale the deficit.
Either way, that sets the stage for an intriguing championship game. The Runnin' Rebels could get a chance to play Idaho Falls, which has won two straight Idaho state tournaments, plus two straight American Legion World Series. Or they could get a rematch with Coeur d'Alene. Only time will tell. | 2022-07-26T04:03:47Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Runnin' Rebels fall to Coeur d'Alene — but move on to state title game | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-fall-to-coeur-dalene-but-move-on-to-state-title-game/article_750354f1-6fbd-59ae-b765-2a60fc368a75.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-fall-to-coeur-dalene-but-move-on-to-state-title-game/article_750354f1-6fbd-59ae-b765-2a60fc368a75.html |
During times of social distancing, people traded their movie tickets for TV remotes. Big name movies, such as Academy Award winner for Best Picture “CODA”, were exclusively released on streaming platforms. Others, such as Marvel’s “Black Widow,” opted for a mixed theatrical-streaming release. But with recent blockbuster releases, movie attendance numbers are rising in the region.
“Our numbers are a little better. They are a lot closer to how it used to be (before COVID),” said Jaden Shultz, assistant manager at Regal Edwards Grand Teton Theater.
Shultz believes that the return to theaters began with “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” Domestically, the Tom Holland hit brought in $260.1 million in its opening weekend. Big hit movies were still few and far between at the end of 2021 and the beginning of 2022. In March, hope for the return of the theater experience rose with “The Batman”, which earned $134 million its opening weekend.
“Our numbers had been touch and go for a while,” Shultz said. “It really depended on what was out. But Marvel always brings the most people.”
“We expected ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ to do well, but it was bigger and better than we expected. Unlike ‘Morbius,’ which we thought would do well, and it flopped hard,” Shultz said.
Consistent, successful releases followed “Top Gun: Maverick”, which pushed back its release date for almost three years because of the pandemic. Hits such as “Jurassic World: Dominion,” “Elvis” and “Thor: Love and Thunder” ended the sporadic box office success streak.
“’Top Gun’ was really the film of the summer. We only have four screens, so it is not common for a movie to still be shown in its sixth, seventh or eighth week. ‘Top Gun’ is showing for its ninth week here,” Royal Theaters owner Brandon Lott said.
“We are committed to the moviegoing experience. We love theaters, and this business is what puts food on my table,” Lott said. “Once we were given the greenlight (to open), we did. We are locally owned and operated so we have less corporate hoops to jump through.”
“I think our remodel has helped our attendance. We are able to show movies as they open and offer them at a discounted rate,” Lott said.
The Paramount offers matinee tickets for $5 and later movie times for $7, compared to Edward’s $11.20 ticket price.
Lott said there weren’t a lot of quality movies in 2021, but recent releases have helped increase their numbers close to pre-pandemic levels.
“Going to the movies has definitely changed. But I don’t think it’s going to go away,” Lott said. “There’s nothing like going to see a movie on opening weekend with everyone. We as a culture and as a people enjoy going to the movies.”
“Around here, as long as there’s good product, people are going to come to the movies. People use it as a sort of staycation. It’s a way to get out of the house,” Lott said.
Idaho Falls moviegoer, Angie Gomez, had similar reasons to Lott for returning to the theaters. Gomez mentioned that the last few years there hadn’t been many releases drawing her to the theater. However, Gomez was on her way to watch “Where the Crawdads Sing” at Edwards Theater on Friday night. Gomez said she hasn’t been to the theaters this much in years, but is happy to return to the in-person movie experience.
“The movies are a place where you can escape society and just sit in tune with the action,” Gomez said. “When you watch a movie in the theater, it makes you feel like you are actually a part of the movie.”
When asked what the difference was between seeing a movie in the theater versus a home TV screen, Gomez said, “It’s just more of an experience. You’re going out, buying a ticket, buying popcorn and a drink. You’re going with friends.
“At home, you don’t feel the movie.”
Angie Gomez
Brandon Lott
Jaden Shultz
Edwards Theater | 2022-07-26T06:56:24Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local theaters approach pre-pandemic attendance numbers | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/local-theaters-approach-pre-pandemic-attendance-numbers/article_772d7940-c714-5e5d-878b-9deb12867626.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/local-theaters-approach-pre-pandemic-attendance-numbers/article_772d7940-c714-5e5d-878b-9deb12867626.html |
Orr, Daniel Haynes
Daniel Orr Haynes Orr Daniel Haynes Orr was the perfect March baby: he could roar like a lion and yet be as kind and gentle as the proverbial lamb. Born March 4, 1976 in Pocatello, Idaho, he was the fourth son born to Bill and Linda Orr, and in the next few years he would be the middle child of six. As Daniel grew, he was a strong, active young man always looking for something fun to do. Daniel had great friends in the neighborhood, and all together they could think up lots of fun activities on a summer afternoon. But as he was learning to play and then to work, he also learned how to be kind to others especially those needing a little extra kindness that day. This trait was one that he magnified throughout his life. He graduated from Highland High School and enjoyed football, baseball, biking, and all kinds of individual sports. After completing a semester at ISU he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Munich, Germany. Upon return, he completed his degree at ISU, started working as a bank loan officer and continued until the present. He met Chrystie Boyd while working in Oklahoma. Later they married, returned to Idaho and eventually had four children. They moved to Lander, Wyoming, where Daniel continued his work. Later they were divorced. Daniel's role as Dad was his greatest. He was at his best when he was with his children and when he wasn't, he was planning his next visit to them. When they were all together, oh how they played! He called them every night when he was away from them and often read them stories over the phone. Daniel was preceded in death by his baby son, Griffin. He is survived by his daughter Hayden and sons Cohen and Colin; his parents, Bill and Linda Orr; brothers David (Alisa), John (Staci), Aaron (DiDi), Nicholas (Chrissy), and his sister Allison (Curtis) and numerous nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles. Daniel's funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 12146 W. Tyhee Road in Pocatello. Family will receive friends at a visitation one hour prior to services from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at wilksfuneralhome.com
Daniel Orr Haynes Orr Daniel Haynes Orr
Linda Orr | 2022-07-26T09:33:33Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Orr, Daniel Haynes | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/orr-daniel-haynes/article_e3498e21-d17d-5208-bf59-973c8e8a8efb.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/orr-daniel-haynes/article_e3498e21-d17d-5208-bf59-973c8e8a8efb.html |
Alex Bolinger
By Alex Bolinger
For instance, only blocks from my home was the Logtown neighborhood, 5 miles north of the famous Mason-Dixon line. Logtown was founded by former Revolutionary War troops who hastily retreated from the British’s victory in the Battle of Brandywine, abandoned their military posts and settled on farms in log cabins with their families (hence the name).
Fast-forwarding a century, one of the underrated historical gems in the area is the Honeycomb Union AME Church. Built in 1852, the church became an important “stop” on the Underground Railroad until the beginning of the American Civil War in 1861. Hidden away in the attic of the church were secret records of escaped slaves who sought shelter in the church on their journey northward toward freedom.
Living in that region piqued my curiosity, but information about the Underground Railroad is sometimes difficult to come by. Therefore, it was a treat to read “Gateway to Freedom: The Hidden History of the Underground Railroad,” written by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Eric Foner. From the perspective of someone who studies organizations, I was particularly struck by two insights:
1. Positive impact despite imperfect organizing. A primary purpose of Foner’s book was to dispel the mythology that has arisen over the past century and a half that the Underground Railroad was a formal, well-funded and cohesive operation. To the contrary, for most of the half-century leading up to the Civil War, the Underground Railroad was largely an informal network of individuals, churches and civic organizations that sought out opportunities to aid former slaves as they escaped from the South. Leading abolitionist organizations such as the American Anti-Slavery Society were run on a shoestring budget, relying on ad-hoc and in-kind donations yet never having enough funding to meet every need.
Further undermining the image of a unified organization, the individuals and organizations associated with the Underground Railroad were in constant conflict. As Foner wrote, “The heated exchanges among people deeply committed to the same goal of ending slavery … exemplify what Sigmund Freud later called, ‘the narcissism of small differences.’”
The question, then, is how did such a decentralized, poorly funded and even somewhat dysfunctional organization succeed in helping thousands upon thousands of former slaves attain their freedom? I think it is fair to say that the Underground Railroad is an inspiring example of how a flawed organization, navigating incredibly adverse and divisive circumstances, can still make a positive difference. Which brings me to the second important insight:
2. The strength of the Underground Railroad came from its creative, entrepreneurial spirit. Time and again, those associated with the Underground Railroad used remarkable ingenuity and courage to find innovative solutions to intimidating obstacles. Primary among them was Harriet Tubman, who made many of her daring raids to guide slaves to freedom in winter, when the cold, dark nights provided greater cover for escape. William Still in Philadelphia and Sydney Howard Gay in New York City worked tirelessly to coordinate the transit of escaping slaves through those cities and frequently paid for expenses out of their own pockets.
Others affiliated with the Underground Railroad included Thomas Garrett (of Wilmington, Delaware), who openly flouted the laws of his state by harboring escaping slaves in his home at the consequence of substantial fines and threats of imprisonment. Both the son and grandson of John Jay, one of the framers of the U.S. Constitution and the first chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, used their legal training to defend scores of escaped slaves who were in danger of being sold back into slavery.
The adversity that organizations face today, of course, is very different but also quite daunting. The difficulties of hiring (in the midst of today’s “Great Resignation”) and solidifying culture in the return to work after the pandemic are unprecedented in recent memory. If you are an entrepreneur or manager who is disheartened by today’s challenging economic environment and shortcomings in your organization, let me offer you this encouragement. Despite its imperfections, the success of the Underground Railroad reveals that the creative, courageous and collaborative actions of a network of committed individuals can beat almost unthinkable odds and make a positive difference.
Alex Bolinger is the ICCU endowed professor of management in the Idaho State University College of Business. He studies the dynamics of groups and teams in organizations and he teaches courses in leadership, decision-making and negotiation, and entrepreneurship. | 2022-07-26T15:31:09Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | How imperfect organizing can still make a positive difference | Commentary | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/how-imperfect-organizing-can-still-make-a-positive-difference/article_43e6b328-c426-5acf-be35-adbb3667f003.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/how-imperfect-organizing-can-still-make-a-positive-difference/article_43e6b328-c426-5acf-be35-adbb3667f003.html |
Kevin C. King
By Kevin C. King
2. When asked if they want to live to 100, nearly 70 percent of the respondents said “yes.” The main reason for this desire for a long life? To spend more years with their family and friends.
• Save and invest early and often: This may be the oldest piece of financial advice, but it’s still valid. The earlier you start saving and investing for your retirement, the greater your potential accumulation. Consider this: If you began saving just $5,000 per year at age 25, and earned a hypothetical 6.5 percent annual rate of return, and didn’t take any early withdrawals, you’d end up with $935,000 by the time you reached 65. But if you waited until 35 to start saving and investing, and you earned the same hypothetical 6.5 percent return — again with no early withdrawals — you’d only end up with $460,000. And if you didn’t start saving until 45, you’d end up with just over $200,000, again given the same 6.5 percent return.
• Be mindful of debt: You may not want to be burdened with certain debts when you enter retirement. So, while you’re still working, try to reduce unwanted debts, particularly those that don’t offer the financial benefits of tax-deductible interest payments. The lower your debt load, the more you can save and invest for the future.
• Keep reviewing your progress: It’s important to monitor the progress you need to make toward achieving your goal of a comfortable retirement. Over the short term, your investment balances may fluctuate, especially in volatile financial markets such as we’ve seen in the early part of this year. But you’ll get a clearer picture of your situation if you look at long-term results. For example, have your accounts grown over the past 10 years as much as you had planned? And going forward, do you think you’re in good shape, or will you need to make some changes to your investment strategy? Keep in mind that if you’re 50 or older, you can make “catch-up” contributions to your IRA and 401(k) that allow you to exceed the regular limits. You may also want to adjust your investment mix as you near retirement to potentially lower your risk exposure.
Kevin C. King, CFP®, is a financial adviser with Edward Jones. He can be reached at 208-524-5296 or edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/Kevin-King. His office is at 1610 Elk Creek Drive in Idaho Falls. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial adviser. Edward Jones, Member SIPC. | 2022-07-26T15:31:21Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Prepare yourself for a long retirement | Commentary | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/prepare-yourself-for-a-long-retirement/article_825a0ca3-d93d-50eb-b482-8d80f952c951.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/prepare-yourself-for-a-long-retirement/article_825a0ca3-d93d-50eb-b482-8d80f952c951.html |
Kyle Jensen
SBA loans: A difference-maker for growing companies
By Kyle Jensen
If you’re a small business owner, you keenly understand the importance of capital. Because of rising costs and the highest inflation in decades, it’s critical to obtain the right financing that can help your business develop resiliency in uncertain economic times.
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans are a valuable financing option for entrepreneurs. According to the SBA, more than 60,000 SBA 7(a) and 504 loans worth more than $44 billion were provided to small businesses in fiscal year 2021.
If you’re looking for access to capital to grow your business, it’s important to understand SBA loans and assess if they’re a good fit for you.
Overview of SBA loans
The SBA offers many types of loan programs and the 7(a) loan is among the most popular because of its versatility. Because the SBA guarantees a portion of each 7(a) loan, banks can mitigate some of the lending risk, allowing more businesses to qualify for funding.
SBA loans are typically used for business acquisitions, expansions and startups. They can also be used to fund an owner-occupied real estate purchase, construction or improvements, as well as inventory, tenant/leaseholder improvements, debt refinance, or to provide working capital. SBA loans are subject to credit and SBA approval — so being creditworthy makes it more likely that your loan will be approved.
Industries that benefit from SBA loans
Some industries qualify for more overall funding based on criteria from the SBA and the financial institutions that provide the loans. If you operate a business in a profitable industry that’s considered low risk, you’re more likely to obtain a large amount of funding.
For example, consider how SBA loans support the following industries:
• Restaurants: SBA 7(a) loans are often used to purchase new units or remodel existing ones. They’re an attractive option because SBA loans typically allow smaller down payments — as low as 10 percent compared to 20 to 25 percent for other types of financing. If the requested loan amount is less than $5 million, even larger franchisees could benefit from SBA financing.
• Self-storage: Under SBA guidelines, up to 90 percent financing is possible if you’re an entrepreneur seeking to build, acquire or refinance a self-storage facility. Keep in mind that the best financial terms require you to have relevant business experience and other strengths such as good credit. But if you have past industry experience and a strong track record of success, you might be surprised by how far an SBA loan can take you.
• Car washes. Owners of a car wash typically use SBA financing for equipment, new construction, working capital, refinancing debt or purchasing an existing facility. It’s noteworthy that the SBA can guarantee a car wash company loan based on projected income, rather than requiring a documented track record.
These are only a handful of industries that have a proven track record of benefiting from SBA lending. But regardless of your industry, the SBA program can provide unique financing benefits you can’t obtain anywhere else. In uncertain economic times, it’s important to be aware of the financing options for your business. An experienced banker can help you evaluate the opportunities and obtain funding that will help position your business for future success.
Kyle Jensen is a Community Banking relationship manager for Zions Bank and can be contacted at 208-523-5585 or kyle.jensen@zionsbank.com. Zions Bank is a division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Member FDIC. NMLS #467014. Zions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender. | 2022-07-26T15:31:28Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | SBA loans: A difference-maker for growing companies | Commentary | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/sba-loans-a-difference-maker-for-growing-companies/article_7322f355-3ee6-54fd-bea6-b85f464f1d96.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/commentary/sba-loans-a-difference-maker-for-growing-companies/article_7322f355-3ee6-54fd-bea6-b85f464f1d96.html |
This geodesic dome is available as a vacation rental near Downey.
Photo courtesy of Jackie Howe
A Bannock County family built the dome from the ground up and they hope it will be a relaxing place for people to come check out.
By Danae Lenz dlenz@journalnet.com
Jackie Howe and her family own a little slice of heaven in Bannock County, and now they’ve opened a unique vacation rental on the property so others can experience a bit of that paradise as well.
The off-grid geodesic dome is nestled in the trees on private property west of Downey. A creek babbles nearby. During the day, visitors can enjoy the scenery while sitting in an outdoor swing or playing cornhole. At night, they can get cozy around the propane fire pit and enjoy the stars.
“We have about a thousand acres of farm ground that we didn’t know what to do with,” Howe said. “We had been camping at this particular spot that has 160 acres on it. It’s super nice right there, so we just thought that a way to add income was to build this or if we didn’t decide to do that, we'd just have it for ourselves.”
While geodesic domes are fairly popular in the vacation rental scene, Howe’s dome is the first of its kind in the area.
They welcomed their first visitors in mid-June, and since then, Howe says the response has been phenomenal. Every weekend through the end of August has been booked, and reviewers are raving.
One recent reviewer wrote: “Was an amazing experience! It is off grid, so if you are looking for a 5 star hotel experience (you’re) in the wrong category. This is however a 5 star off grid glamping experience.”
Another said, “We sat around the fire pit at night and enjoyed the sounds from the water flowing by. And then we enjoyed the sunrise from the swing while we watched the butterflies, birds and dragonflies dance through the air. It was peaceful and lovely.”
Howe and her family built the dome from the ground up. The process was made easier because of help from a man who operates a group of geodesic domes in Monticello, Utah, who was willing to answer their questions and give them advice.
“We’ve learned from him and he’s given us suggestions to make it better,” Howe said. “Actually when we first built it, we had poured the concrete and everything, and we weren’t planning to put a bathroom in — we were planning to do a separate bathhouse — and then he was like, ‘No, you should probably put a bathroom in it.’ So then we had to dig up concrete and plumb it, so we kind of did it backwards.”
Howe said that the actual assembly of the dome after the concrete was poured was pretty simple and took place over one weekend.
“It was intimidating because it’s not something that’s around here. It’s not just a normal house you build,” Howe said. “It comes in this giant box and we let it sit at the house for like six months. Part of it’s that all my kids play sports and we had like one weekend off until like August or September. Really, start to finish, it was pretty simple.”
The rental isn’t suitable for children, but Howe says it’s the perfect getaway for couples or individuals to use as a place to escape their day-to-day lives.
“What I expect people to do is just come and relax,” she said.
The dome is located within easy access of Lava Hot Springs and Downata Hot Springs, as well as Devil’s Creek Reservoir, Malad and lots of outdoor activities. The dome will be open year-round, so it will be a central location for a lot of winter activities as well.
“If you’re outdoorsy, it’s got private access to the Forest Service trails, so you can hike,” How said. “If I were to stay, I’d like to stay in the winter because you can snowshoe or snowmobile.”
The inside of the dome offers everything a glamper would want, including a queen-sized bed and a full bathroom with hot water, which isn’t a given with similar rentals. Howe said there is space for an air mattress if more than just two people want to rent the place.
There is also a microwave, mini-fridge and a coffee maker with coffee. Just make sure to bring your own dishes.
“It does have all the amenities,” Howe said. “I leave little shampoo (bottles) and body wash and soap and toothbrush and things like that.”
While the microwave is the only place to cook, Howe said people are welcome to bring their own propane stoves or there are places to eat in the towns nearby.
There is no Wi-Fi, but Howe says there’s plenty of cell service, which is part of the reason they picked the spot they did for the dome. Additionally, Howe said that they’ve set up a swamp cooler but the dome still gets hot this time of year.
Howe urges guests to be aware of their surroundings while visiting as there can be wildlife, insects and pests nearby.
According to Howe and reviewers on Airbnb, one of the biggest perks of the property is its privacy.
“It’s nice to go (to Lava) and eat and float the river, do some of the things, but then come back here and have your own quiet place without the traffic,” she said.
To book your stay, visit tinyurl.com/downeydomehouse. Rates per night vary. | 2022-07-26T15:31:34Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | 'Your own quiet place': Come relax at new geodesic dome vacation rental in Bannock County | East Idaho | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/east_idaho/your-own-quiet-place-come-relax-at-new-geodesic-dome-vacation-rental-in-bannock-county/article_bb14261b-e770-541d-b71f-c914c29e98be.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/east_idaho/your-own-quiet-place-come-relax-at-new-geodesic-dome-vacation-rental-in-bannock-county/article_bb14261b-e770-541d-b71f-c914c29e98be.html |
LOGAN, Utah — The highly anticipated Prodigy Brewing Co. opened its doors in July, becoming the first ever brewpub to open in northern Utah's Cache Valley.
At lunchtime on opening day, the transformed 122-year-old building at 25 W. Center St. in Logan, Utah, was filled with people of all ages to experience the food, beer and atmosphere of Prodigy.
Farrelly was also impressed with the layout of the brewery and the big open space it has.
The portion of the building devoted to Prodigy, previously home to The Crepery, has two stories and outdoor seating in the front and back of the pub. Brewing equipment is set up downstairs, where patrons can see the whole process of making beer.
Macy Gustavus, who moved to Logan for school, took a tour of Prodigy on opening day and was very excited to be able to see this process. | 2022-07-26T15:31:40Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Logan, Utah, gets its first ever brewpub | Regional | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/regional/logan-utah-gets-its-first-ever-brewpub/article_3ae93cca-ef32-5983-bc83-6691089aeb0a.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/regional/logan-utah-gets-its-first-ever-brewpub/article_3ae93cca-ef32-5983-bc83-6691089aeb0a.html |
Mountain Harvest Community Market is a healthy foods store based in Salmon, Idaho since 2020.
Photo courtesy of Mountain Harvest Community Market
The Mountain Harvest Community Market will receive nearly $105,000 in grant funding to improve access to healthy foods in Salmon, Idaho, the Idaho USDA Rural Development office announced recently.
The grant was made on behalf of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Healthy Food and Financing Initiative.
“The Healthy Food Financing Initiative aims to improve access to healthy foods in underserved areas, to create and preserve quality jobs and to revitalize low-income communities,” the USDA Rural Development website said. “The program aims to build a more equitable food system that supports the health and economic vibrancy of all Americans.”
With a population of a little over 3,000 people, Salmon residents enjoy the town’s mountainous landscape and rivers. However, the town’s rural location limits the kinds of foods that reach the community.
The grant is one of many efforts to improve access to healthy foods, especially in places with lower incomes and few grocery stores — places often called “food deserts.”
One of the three census tracts in Lemhi County, where Salmon is located, has a population that is both low-income and at least a 10-mile drive from the nearest supermarket, according to the USDA’s Food Access Research Atlas.
Jessica Henroid, the owner of Mountain Harvest Community Market and recipient of the grant, said that Salmon residents have to drive long distances at times to find healthy food options.
“It costs a lot of money to ship goods to Salmon,” Henroid said. “We try to buy local as much as possible since we are two and a half hours from bigger towns like Idaho Falls and Missoula (Montana).”
Henroid and her husband moved to Salmon from Missouri with the goal to start a healthy foods store. The couple partnered with Swift River Farm — an organic vegetable farm — to provide locally grown fruits and vegetables to Salmon residents.
The Mountain Harvest Community Market opened its doors in June 2020 and has since then fostered a close-knit relationship with residents.
As owners of the market, Henroid and her husband hope to use the grant to ease the financial burden residents face trying to find healthy foods.
“You have to pay more money for healthy foods, so we are going to use the grant to lower our prices to make it more affordable to customers,” she said. “We’re also wanting to expand our store and add more coolers and air conditioners.”
The Mountain Harvest Community Market is the first organization to receive a grant from the Healthy Food and Financing Initiative in the state of Idaho.
“This program has funded millions of dollars in many states throughout the country. Up until now Idaho was not one of them, but we have so much need here. Hopefully this is the first of many rural communities in Idaho that will continue to benefit from public-private partnerships,” USDA Rural Development State Director Rudy Soto said.
Henroid said Idaho businesses thinking of applying for the grant should consider the importance of helping a community improve.
“Don’t be scared of the grant process,” she said. “It’s a lot of time and work, but it’s completely worth it. It’s so important to do what we can to lower prices and bring more variety to customers. I think people should just apply and take advantage of this opportunity to make their town and community better, because I’m so glad that we did.”
Jessica Henroid | 2022-07-26T15:31:50Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Salmon store is Idaho’s first recipient of Healthy Food and Financing Initiative | Retail | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/retail/salmon-store-is-idaho-s-first-recipient-of-healthy-food-and-financing-initiative/article_e23f478d-e1cc-5014-9896-cd54e7930d8b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/retail/salmon-store-is-idaho-s-first-recipient-of-healthy-food-and-financing-initiative/article_e23f478d-e1cc-5014-9896-cd54e7930d8b.html |
John Denver tribute to perform at BYU-Idaho
By Brigham Young University-Idaho
REXBURG — Brigham Young University-Idaho Center Stage is pleased to present “Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver Starring Jim Curry” on Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Hart Auditorium.
Come enjoy the ultimate tribute experience as Jim Curry sings multi-platinum hits, such as “Rocky Mountain High,” “Annie’s Song” and “Country Roads.” Superimposed with multi-media images of wildlife photos and videos, this is a show that encapsulates everything fans have loved about John Denver for generations.
As the first full-length John Denver tribute to headline in Las Vegas, Jim Curry has been celebrated nationally and internationally. Curry has been performing the works of John Denver for more than two decades, starting in 2000 with the CBS TV special, "Take Me Home: The John Denver Story."
This isn’t the first time the music of John Denver has been featured in Rexburg. Dale Hillier, Center Stage coordinator, said some locals remember when a pre-fame John Denver performed at Ricks College in the early 1970s.
“Jim Curry will now be performing his music on the very stage on which John Denver performed just over 50 years ago,” Hillier said. “We’ve now come full circle.”
Tickets are available online at byui.edu/tickets or the ticket office counter inside the university store. Ticket prices are $10 for students, Education Summit participants and the general public. Tickets will also be sold at the door in the BYU-Idaho Center Ticket Office prior to the performance.
Dale Hillier
Me Home | 2022-07-26T18:39:09Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | John Denver tribute to perform at BYU-Idaho | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/john-denver-tribute-to-perform-at-byu-idaho/article_d58db2d8-9569-5254-8376-8917e3bd59aa.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/john-denver-tribute-to-perform-at-byu-idaho/article_d58db2d8-9569-5254-8376-8917e3bd59aa.html |
Fish salvage order issued for the Big Wood River below Magic Dam
By Terry Thompson Idaho Fish and Game
Effective July 28, 2022, and continuing until Oct. 1, 2022, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission has ordered that bag and possession limits be removed on portions of the Big Wood River below the dam, from a point beginning at the railroad trestle, approximately 1.25 miles downstream of the dam, extending to the State Highway 75 Bridge. The order also includes the Richfield Canal from the upstream point of diversion from the Big Wood River to its confluence with the Little Wood River near Richfield, Idaho.
If you have questions, contact the Magic Valley Regional Office at 208-324-4359.
Big Wood River Basin | 2022-07-26T18:39:49Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Fish salvage order issued for the Big Wood River below Magic Dam | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/fish-salvage-order-issued-for-the-big-wood-river-below-magic-dam/article_c0718dcf-9ab1-51db-9686-7d1bc76053e4.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/fish-salvage-order-issued-for-the-big-wood-river-below-magic-dam/article_c0718dcf-9ab1-51db-9686-7d1bc76053e4.html |
Jesse Wright competes in the saddle bronc event at That Famous Preston Night Rodeo in 2021. The rodeo returns this week with events being held Thursday through Saturday.
The Chubbuck Farmers Market takes place from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the City Hall parking lot, 290 E. Linden Ave. in Chubbuck.
Healthy City, USA, hosts their weekly Wednesday night dog walks around the Portneuf Wellness Complex at 5:30 p.m. Meet at Pavilion 2 by the concessions stand and remember dogs must be on a leash.
The Bengal Theater at the ISU Pond Student Union is showing “The Lost City” at 5 and 7:30 pm. All summer movies are $1 admission.
Revive @ 5 features Aaron Ball Band from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Downtown Pavilion.
That Famous Preston Night Rodeo will be at the Franklin County Fairgrounds with carnival rides, rodeo events and the Rodeo Days Parade. Visit prestonrodeo.com for more information.
The Stump, Pocatello's newest outdoor food truck and live music venue, will host its grand opening from 4 to 8 p.m. in the alley at 510 N. Main St. There will be a ribbon cutting, music, food, beverages, popsicles and more.
Eve 6 will be performing live in the Summer Concert Series at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre from 6 to 10 p.m.
The Bear Lake Car Show will be in Montpelier at Stock Park. The event starts at 7 p.m. with ice cream in the park and a cornhole tournament.
Jim Curry is performing a John Denver Tribute at BYU-Idaho Hart Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or at byui.edu/tickets.
Movies in the Park presented by the city of Chubbuck will play Disney Pixar’s “Luca.” The movie begins at dusk at Stuart Park. To see the movie schedule, visit the City of Chubbuck Facebook page.
Old Town Actors Studio, 427 N. Main St., Suite G, in Pocatello, will host island-themed improv shows this weekend. On Friday, watch “The Island: A Survivor Improv Show” as improvisers will enter the island but only one will win. On Saturday, see two crazy dreamers try to make it out of “TNT: The Deserted Island Edition” alive. Both shows are at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at oldtownactorsstudio.net.
Pocatello Art Center is hosting a “Creative Kids” workshop where kids can create a mandala stone or phone case. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and kids should pre-register at 208-232-9270.
Idaho Fish and Game’s Take Me Fishing Trailer is headed to its final spot for the summer. It will be at Upper Kelly Park Pond in Soda Springs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tenille Arts will be performing in the Country Concert Series at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre in Pocatello from 5:30 to 10 p.m.
The Pocatello Municipal Band will present the fifth concert of the 2022 season of Concert in the Park on July 24 at 7 p.m. in the Guy Gates Memorial bandshell at Ross Park.
Retro arcade and drink store Barricade is hosting a bottomless mimosa brunch with ChubbyZ from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
ImPressed Coffee Co. is celebrating their one-year anniversary with live music, poetry, free 20-ounce drinks and a raffle. The celebration starts at 5 p.m.
The Mavericks will be performing live in the Summer Concert Series at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre from 6 to 10 p.m.
Monday-Aug.6
The Caribou County Fair and Rodeo starts in Grace at the Caribou County Fairgrounds. The event will last all week with parades, food, vendors, competition and motorsports. Visit cariboucountyfair.com for more information and a schedule of events.
The Bannock County Fair and Rodeo will be in Downey at the Bannock County Fairgrounds. The event runs all week and features live music, horse pulls, exhibits and more. Visit www.bannockcounty.us/fairgrounds for more information and a schedule of events. | 2022-07-26T21:25:52Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | What to do this week in East Idaho | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/what-to-do-this-week-in-east-idaho/article_da48cdc5-77a5-575c-8599-c4a799e110a6.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/what-to-do-this-week-in-east-idaho/article_da48cdc5-77a5-575c-8599-c4a799e110a6.html |
Idaho State quarterback Tyler Vander Waal drops back for a pass during Saturday’s scrimmages.
It’s a new era.
We’re turning over a new leaf.
In fairness to the Bengals, they have to say these things. First-year head coach Charlie Ragle and the team hasn’t yet started this new season, which begins Aug. 27 with a road matchup against UNLV, so for now, they have to ask you to trust them. They want to put last season’s one-win campaign — and the previous years of forgettable football — in the rearview mirror and zoom into a new age like Marty McFly in Back to the Future.
But around the Big Sky Conference, do their peers think they’re driving the iconic DeLorean, or the starter sedan you get when you turn 16? Do they think the Bengals are on the right track? At Monday’s media availability at the Big Sky Kickoff, the Journal set to find out.
We chatted with head coaches at schools around the conference about Idaho State and whether they think the Bengals are headed in the right direction. Here are their answers.
Question: What is your perception of ISU’s team?
Jay Hill, Weber State: I think everybody's perception of Idaho State is you better be ready to play when you play. And I loved Rob Phenicie. I thought Phenicie did a great job. And you better be ready defensively when you played his offense. I think Charlie Ragle will be the exact same way. He will play great special teams, he'll play great defense. He’ll have offensive intelligence.
They have enough talent. And they've had good coaching. And so it's not like you're going into a game where you think that they're going to be unsound. When you play against them, they've had good coaching, they will continue to have good coaches.
Brent Vigen, Montana State: As far as teams that came out and competed, I thought last year on that Saturday, in Bozeman, they came out and did just that. And being able to do that through the season that they had last year speaks to those kids, their willingness to continue to fight, and I'm sure they've turned the corner with the new staff, and there's a new excitement and hunger there.
Aaron Best, Eastern Washington: I think it's one of the toughest places to play on the road, number one. I think a lot of coaches would echo that…. They've always had good players. It's just like you mentioned — just kind of collectively putting that together.
Troy Taylor, Sacramento State: They've got good players and Charlie will do a great job. They're brought in a good staff. I think they're gonna do a great job. You know, it's a tough conference, in terms of week-to-week, anybody can beat you. So that's the hard part of it in the Big Sky — you gotta take them one at one at a time. But they'll do a good job. They’ve got everything they need there to be successful.”
Bruce Barnham, Portland State: It's getting better. I think they have some great pieces there. And honestly, I think you can still do it… But we used to recruit because of the people at that place. Great people in that area.
Question: Do you think ISU is on the right track? What will it take to get there?
Barnham: Yes, I think so… You have people that give a damn. You have people that are investigating. So that's what you need. That's what you have to have. If you don't have the support, I don't care who you are. When I played, Montana was like, ‘Oh, it’s Montana.’ But then all of the sudden, they put money in goods and facilities, and now look where they're at. Now they're doing it.
You know, people probably love (athletic director Pauline Thiros) or hate her, but Pauline is (freaking) smart. Pauline is one of the smartest (freaking) people I know. So with her guidance, she knows what’s going on and what she needs to do. She made a great decision — she didn’t hire me.
Hill: I mean, people talk about turning things around, and the reality is the league is brutal, and you’ve gotta be really good. And you’ve gotta have good talent, and you’ve gotta have things to recruit to. So I put it as much as anything on the administration. You have to invest in facilities. You have to invest in infrastructure such that you can recruit to, because ultimately it comes down to having great players. And I will say this: I don't think it had much to do with the coaching. I thought Phenicie did a great job, and I think Coach Ragle will do a great job. They have to invest in the infrastructure of the program.
Vigen: That'll be something that we’ll witness through the course of this season. Any time you’ve got a group of guys that endure what they did last year, go through a coaching change — a coaching change isn't easy to go through. I've been a part of it as a player, and as a coach, and you get on the other side, you do have a renewed energy. So being successful is about momentum. It's certainly about having talent. And I would suspect that they have a little bit of both of those. It'll be interesting how it develops for the fall.
Best: I mean, (Ragle) was a Pac-12 assistant coach that wanted the opportunity to be a head coach. And I think he's excited about the opportunity. It makes our league better if they're better. So I love competitiveness. I love challenges. We don't play them this year, but I know in the past, it's been a very difficult place to play for a lot of reasons.
Taylor: Absolutely. I think there's a lot of excitement. And like I said, (last season) was my first time up. I had never been to Pocatello. It was a very nice place. I love the dome. It's definitely an advantage playing in a dome, I think. And once you get that thing filled up, it'll be a tough place to play." | 2022-07-26T21:26:35Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | ISU football claims a new era has arrived. Do the Bengals' peers agree? | Sports | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/isu-football-claims-a-new-era-has-arrived-do-the-bengals-peers-agree/article_28f937f5-4b07-57b1-8508-160179703d37.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/isu-football-claims-a-new-era-has-arrived-do-the-bengals-peers-agree/article_28f937f5-4b07-57b1-8508-160179703d37.html |
Runnin' Rebels players chat with each other during a game against Upper Valley.
That’s because even after his Runnin’ Rebels’ loss to Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon, dropping a 9-1 decision in the AA American Legion state championship game, he felt at peace. The Bandits are a powerhouse. They’re angling for a third straight American Legion World Series title, which nobody has ever captured.
Translation: Sorrell and the Runnin’ Rebels are hardly fine with losing Tuesday’s game. It’s just that there are worse situations to be in than dropping a title game against a perennial national contender.
“That’s what makes this one, I don’t know, easier to swallow,” Sorrell said. “It’s one of those things where it’s hard to beat a time like that once, then try to beat them again. That’s the hard part. They’re so well-coached. They have great players everywhere, at every position. They’re deep. They’ve got that experience. They know how to win.”
The Runnin’ Rebels learned that the hard way on Tuesday afternoon in Nampa. In four innings, they managed just one run on Bandits starter Davin Luce, who yielded just two hits and struck out two. He did issue three walks, but the Rebels couldn’t take advantage.
That’s the thing about the Rebels’ outing at the plate, though, according to Sorrell. It’s not like his team was flustered at the plate. His guys barreled up balls. They just ended up in the gloves of the Bandits.
“They did a good job of keeping us off-balance. They kinda pitched us backwards,” Sorrell said. “But we squared up some baseballs, but they were just in the right spots. Things just didn’t fall. Then you look at them, whenever they had an opportunity to score runners, they put it where we weren’t. That’s just the story of the game.”
That reality hurt the Runnin’ Rebels worst in the seventh and final frame. Headed into the inning, the Bandits held a 4-1 lead — a difficult task to come back from, but far from impossible. Sorrell liked where his guys were. Except that’s when the Bandits poured it on, plating five runs and putting the game out of reach. In the bottom of the inning, the Rebels accepted a pair of walks, but that’s all the action they forced.
All told, the Runnin’ Rebels posted just two hits, one from Gunner Wilhelm and one from Kaden Knowles. That made it hard for them to score, let alone enough to keep up with the Bandits’ barrage.
In the end, the loss forced Sorrell to face a difficult reality: The season is over. The Rebels posted a 29-15 record. They advanced to the state title game for the second time since 2020 — when they won — and just the third time since 2012, when they fell.
Still, they lost to a worthy opponent. For Sorrell, that makes things a tad easier to stomach.
“Not a lot of people outside of our circle that we have expected us to be in this, and have that opportunity to play for a state title,” Sorrell said. “There’s not a lot of teams that get to play for a state title. So you look back and everything these kids have done and how much they’ve grown over the past 44 games in two months, I couldn’t be prouder. Just to see the growth they’ve had, to have that chance, to gain that experience that they’ll never forget.” | 2022-07-27T02:19:16Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Runnin' Rebels fall in AA state title game with 9-1 loss to Idaho Falls | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-fall-in-aa-state-title-game-with-9-1-loss-to-idaho-falls/article_b1e71dfc-fb46-534b-9915-8f4f1291484c.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/runnin-rebels-fall-in-aa-state-title-game-with-9-1-loss-to-idaho-falls/article_b1e71dfc-fb46-534b-9915-8f4f1291484c.html |
Frances "Frankie" Thompson
Frances “Frankie” Thompson celebrates 90th birthday
Frances K. McCormack Thompson, known as “Frankie” will celebrate her 90th birthday on Aug. 6.
Frances was born in Pocatello, graduating from Pocatello High School in 1951. She was the oldest of three children born to William and Effie McCormack.
On March 23, 1951, she married Thomas (Tumbleweed Tom) Thompson. Tom passed away on June 10, 2006.
Tom and Frances had two children, Pamela (Forest) Holmes and Thomas Galen. She has four grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews who are very dear to her.
Frances worked for School District 25 for 23 years, retiring in 2010. She enjoyed bowling for many years, bringing home many bowling awards and trophies.
She and Tom enjoyed camping and traveling until Tom’s health declined. Frances continued to work and care for Tom.
Frances is still as active as she can be in spite of a few health setbacks. She loves watching TV, visiting with friends and family, sitting with her dog and going shopping. Prior to the pandemic, Frances enjoyed being a member of New Knowledge Adventures at Idaho State University, sometimes taking up to 35 classes in one semester.
A 90th birthday celebration will be held on Aug. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Portneuf Wellness Complex Pavlion 2, 2375 Olympus Drive in Pocatello. Please stop by to visit and share some birthday cake. No gifts please, just sharing of conversation.
For more information, please contact Pam at 208-241-6994.
Frances K. Mccormack Thompson
Thomas Galen | 2022-07-27T19:16:19Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Frances “Frankie” Thompson celebrates 90th birthday | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/frances-frankie-thompson-celebrates-90th-birthday/article_192e4a04-9c96-5a37-892d-ab2f59968e42.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/frances-frankie-thompson-celebrates-90th-birthday/article_192e4a04-9c96-5a37-892d-ab2f59968e42.html |
The Purpose of Life mural featured at the 1964 New York World Fair is on display at the I-Center.
Courtesy photo BYU-Idaho
Two famous murals depicting the “Purpose of Life” from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ perspective are now on permanent display at Brigham Young University-Idaho’s I-Center.
“An estimated 12.5 million visitors saw the murals at both the New York World Fair and the Osaka Japan World Expo,” it said.
At the time the murals were created, the church was considered to be “The Utah Church,” said Kyoung DaBell, BYU-Idaho Jacob Spori Art Gallery’s Curator.
“When you’re dealing with deep and sacred topics that honestly have an eternal meaning, you can tell people (about it) but showing them is just as important. These murals show people that we come from somewhere, and that we’re going somewhere too,” he said.
“They worked for several months to research the development behind these murals as well as the pavilions where they were at, at the World’s Fair and the Expo. They tracked down missionaries who served there,” he said.
The webpage reported that in the 1960s, future church prophet and then Apostle Harold B. Lee, asked church filmmakers to answer questions about where souls come from, the reason for being on earth and what happens after death, it said. | 2022-07-27T19:16:35Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | New York and Japan 'Purpose of Life' murals displayed at BYU-Idaho | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/new-york-and-japan-purpose-of-life-murals-displayed-at-byu-idaho/article_39e2fc3c-9bae-520d-b09a-f78b191bd488.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/new-york-and-japan-purpose-of-life-murals-displayed-at-byu-idaho/article_39e2fc3c-9bae-520d-b09a-f78b191bd488.html |
Idaho State forward Callie Bourne dribbles up the court in a game last season against Idaho.
ISU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Idaho State WBB reveals full 2022-23 schedule
Idaho State women’s basketball has announced its 2022-23 schedule, which includes 12 non-conference games and a conference slate that kicks off on Dec. 29.
After they host an exhibition game on Nov. 4 against Black Hills State, on Nov. 7, the Bengals will host Westminster to open the season. After that, ISU travels to California to play USC and UCSCB on Nov. 12 and 15, respectively. The Bengals will follow that with a trip to Seattle to face Washington.
Following a Nov. 22 home matchup with Montana Tech, Idaho State will visit San Diego, facing off against San Diego and Cal Baptist in the USD women’s basketball Thanksgiving tournament.
After that holiday, the Bengals host St. Thomas in Reed Gym on Dec. 3. They will heat to Orem, Utah, to play Utah Valley on Dec. 7. The Bengals' final non-conference tournament is set for Dec. 20-21 in Orlando, Florida, where they will take on UCF, Elon and Loyola-Chicago.
Then, after the holiday break, ISU opens Big Sky play with a road test against NAU on Dec. 29 in Flagstaff, Arizona.
For Idaho State, Big Sky play continues through Feb. 27. The Bengals will get a week of rest before opening the 2023 Big Sky tournament, which is slated for March 4-8 in Boise. | 2022-07-27T19:16:48Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho State WBB reveals full 2022-23 schedule | Sports | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/idaho-state-wbb-reveals-full-2022-23-schedule/article_8c13d446-4f8a-5a2b-8f5f-2081b588267c.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/idaho-state-wbb-reveals-full-2022-23-schedule/article_8c13d446-4f8a-5a2b-8f5f-2081b588267c.html |
The fair, which will be held at 156 North 2nd West in Downey, draws thousands of individuals each year from all over the area, says Bannock Fair Board Chairman Sheldon Barfuss, and will run Aug. 1-6.
“The purpose of the fair is to bring people together to have a good time,” said Barfuss. “Everyone comes and it’s huge for a small (area). But it’s for the people of Bannock County … and everyone in the surrounding areas. We’re very well supported.”
The band Rockland Road will be kicking off the event-filled week with a performance at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, followed by a free potato bar at 6 p.m. and Chris Mabrey’s hypnotist show at 8:30 p.m.. After this, a street dance will follow at 9:30 p.m. at the tennis courts.
On Tuesday, magician Keith Raymond will hold shows at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., with Mabrey performing at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Thursday will include a cornhole tournament from 3-7 p.m., performances from magicians Trevor & Lorena from 4-6 p.m., followed by the Bannock County Fair Rodeo at 7:30 p.m. and musical performer Jessie Leigh at 9:30 p.m.
Jumpstarting Friday will be a free breakfast provided by the Bannock County Farm Bureau Federation and a scavenger hunt from 8-10 a.m. The rodeo will continue at 7:30 p.m., and musical performances from Kenadi Dodds and Eagles tribute band The Long Run will be performing at 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., respectively. | 2022-07-27T22:32:48Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho Pride Country Wide: Bannock County Fair kicks off on Monday | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/idaho-pride-country-wide-bannock-county-fair-kicks-off-on-monday/article_36dc16a4-c33a-561d-93a5-2ee7eb9209a4.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/idaho-pride-country-wide-bannock-county-fair-kicks-off-on-monday/article_36dc16a4-c33a-561d-93a5-2ee7eb9209a4.html |
From left is Aero Smith, 11, Boston Smith, 4, and Presley Smith, 8, who were last seen on June 26, 2021.
Photos courtesy of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
POCATELLO — The Pocatello Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating three children last seen in the Pocatello area in June 2021.
The children’s mother is described as being 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes.
Missing children profiles for each child have been added to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, or NCMEC.
Anyone with information about the missing children or the whereabouts of Smith is encouraged to contact the Pocatello Police Department at 208-234-6100, the 24-hour NCMEC hotline at 1-800-843-5678 or 911. | 2022-07-27T22:32:49Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello police asking for public's help finding three missing children | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-asking-for-publics-help-finding-three-missing-children/article_6e320185-6b93-5bd8-8950-df6e6b87f338.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-asking-for-publics-help-finding-three-missing-children/article_6e320185-6b93-5bd8-8950-df6e6b87f338.html |
After every game they play at Halliwell Park, the Pocatello Rebels clean up the field. They water the infield and outfield, make sure the bases are secure and generally make things look tidy. There’s always another team playing, another practice coming up, another organization using the field soon. Rarely do they miss a spot.
The one they missed — or somebody did — may have saved the Rebels’ season.
In the bottom of the eighth inning of the Rebels’ single-A state tournament opener on Wednesday afternoon, against Ridgevue, the hosts found themselves in trouble: Tie game, two outs, a runner on first.
The runner, Dominic Schmittel, moved up on a passed ball. Then, when the next Warhawk batter hit a grounder up the middle, Rebels second baseman Evan Geisbrect had trouble fielding the ball. He realized he didn’t have time to make the play at first, but Schmittel was rounding third, bolting for home. So he decided to throw home. Except the throw came much too late.
But halfway down the baseline, Schmittel slipped and fell. That gave the Rebels time to get him in a rundown and pick him off. Ridgevue failed to score.
“So maybe the baseball gods were looking at us,” Rebels coach Chris Seckel said.
In their 7-5, 10-inning win over Ridgevue, good for a spot in Thursday’s second round, the Rebels had more to thank than the baseball gods. In the top of the 10th, third baseman Gavin Flynn recorded a go-ahead RBI groundout. Geisbrect followed with a sacrifice bunt that scored another run. That was all the cushion the Rebels needed to secure a win and move on in the state tournament — their first in program history.
With the win, the Rebels will play again at 7 p.m. Thursday, facing either the Razorbacks or the Nampa Braves. That game is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday.
For Pocatello, it amounted to a marathon win. The Rebels overcame four errors, survived a four-inning scoring drought and got six innings of work from reliever Cody Mortenson, who held the Warhawks to three runs (two earned) and fanned a pair of batters. The game lasted some two and a half hours. The Rebels needed every minute.
“That was such a relief,” Flynn said. “That's probably the longest game I've ever played.”
If it felt that way, it’s because of how the middle innings dragged on. After six innings, the Rebels held a 5-4 lead, thanks to an RBI single from Mortenson, a sacrifice fly from Rafael Avalos and alert baserunning from Kache Stucki, Preston Foltz and Mortenson. That’s when the drought started. The Rebels failed to score from the sixth to the ninth inning. They had chances. They could not cash in.
That ended in the 10th frame, when Flynn grounded out and the Rebels took the lead — for good.
“Some of the stuff they've done in the last week and a half, two weeks, it's just been amazing,” Seckel said. “So I just kinda gotta have the faith in them and let them do what they do.”
Seckel was referencing the Rebels’ run in the postseason. Here’s how that has unfolded: The team dropped its first game of the single-A district tournament, putting them in danger of exiting early. But they followed with five straight wins, securing the district crown and moving on to this state tournament.
It prompts a question: How has that happened? What has fueled the team’s run to get here?
“The thing is, they're hitting,” Seckel said. “They’ve really started hitting the ball in the last five, six games, and putting the ball in play. Errors have gone down a little bit. So they're just growing up, is what it is. They're just deciding they want to play baseball and they don't want it to quit. They don't want it to end. They're doing the things they need to do to get to where they need to be.”
Evan Geisbrect
Dominic Schmittel | 2022-07-28T01:27:32Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | How the Pocatello Rebels edged Ridgevue and moved on in the single-A state tournament | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/how-the-pocatello-rebels-edged-ridgevue-and-moved-on-in-the-single-a-state-tournament/article_554a8616-ddd4-5f28-b6e7-af6bc3dbc259.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/how-the-pocatello-rebels-edged-ridgevue-and-moved-on-in-the-single-a-state-tournament/article_554a8616-ddd4-5f28-b6e7-af6bc3dbc259.html |
Military Women
Senator Jim Risch and his staff have proposed legislation that would block armed forces women from reproductive medical care at US military bases. His argument parrots and focuses on the SCOTUS decision that removes privacy and care for pregnant women. The Risch anti-woman legislation is particularly troubling because women are now a significant part of the nation’s all volunteer military at a time when military recruiting faces strong difficulties. Today’s modern military needs a wide range of scientific, engineering, human, organization and functional knowledge, skills and abilities. People with these skill sets are in demand by a wide range of commercial businesses and government agencies. We know that sexual harassment and assault is a problem in all military services. Some of these assaults result in unwanted pregnancies. The Risch legislation sends a signal that Republicans do not want women patriots in the armed forces.
Captain US Navy (Retired), | 2022-07-28T16:40:34Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Military Women | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/military-women/article_a25b0f3d-a305-57ff-a9bf-806e22cf018f.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/military-women/article_a25b0f3d-a305-57ff-a9bf-806e22cf018f.html |
Right to freedom
The second amendment of the U.S. Constitution of the United States prohibits infringement on U.S. citizens to own guns. Further, gun owners embracing the second amendment are now allowed by the U.S. Supreme Court that their right extends to personal carry outside the home. Further, by lack of Congressional action in passage of the latest gun law, it allows one to carry even high-powered weapons with high capacity magazines and further that these weapons can be either concealed or open carry. High powered automatic weapons are not typically intended for personal protection but rather by the military as in war or by inflicting intimidation and abuse through mass hysteria. Unfortunately, as a result of the increasing gun violence and especially the increasing number of mass killings an increasing number of citizens have become traumatized and have actually lost their freedom to feel safe accessing their communities by leaving their front door. | 2022-07-28T16:40:35Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Right to freedom | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/right-to-freedom/article_92a6919c-378e-53b0-af17-f72f8e381b9d.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/right-to-freedom/article_92a6919c-378e-53b0-af17-f72f8e381b9d.html |
Also, considering the partial city block location, the Porter/Bangs buildings should be demolished and that area would provide space for a splash pad thereby affording more play area for children and adults. It would do well to visit the Beaverton, Oregon website to view their new splash pad in their city park. Not only is the park several square blocks , the splash pad is a state of the art facility with a synchronized, several minute presentation.
The buildings on the Lookout Point site visually and spatially chop the area up detracting from the whole. there is already one quarter of the block lost due to the apartment building. There is, and never will be, enough parking in that area for crowds as large as for the farmers market which is already handily accommodated by the parking lots by the existing pavilion. If there is not enough space at the Old Town Pavilion the current office structure could be demolished to expand the area. Or the farmers market could be held on a temporarily closed Main Street. Residents and visitors have expressed an appreciation when it was held there in the past. The current office could be moved into the City hall which, if the web plan is to be believed, in either the old Federal Building or Valentine Building.
Pocatello reminds me of that perpetual college student who is so fearful of launching out into the world they take yet another major to avoid the unknown. As a city Pocatello needs to get off dead center and get going without waiting for "corporate funds" to bail us out. We do not need yet another study, 20 year plan, and plans for plans. They are a waste of money and time, and probably will be ignored after the presentations. Those presentations should be public, and citizens should be a vocal part of them. The public should be listened to and ideas should be voted on by all the residents, not just a few.
There are many buildings empty in down town. There is a narrow( to the extreme) shopping opportunity. Both variety and action are needed and agreed upon by all citizens.
Emily Bennett, | 2022-07-28T16:41:16Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | To Pocatello Citizens, City Council, and Mayor | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/to-pocatello-citizens-city-council-and-mayor/article_1857fec6-9ffb-5cc7-af28-3b1680b666f0.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/to-pocatello-citizens-city-council-and-mayor/article_1857fec6-9ffb-5cc7-af28-3b1680b666f0.html |
A group of guests listen to live music at ImPressed Coffee Co. in Chubbuck.
Photo courtesy of Ric Boyce
ImPressed Coffee Co. to celebrate one-year anniversary Sunday
By Maddy Long mlong@journalnet.com
CHUBBUCK — ImPressed Coffee Co. in Chubbuck will celebrate its one year anniversary this weekend.
Ric Boyce, one of the owners, said that the celebration will be held on Sunday, July 31. For the whole day, the outdoor café will give away free 20-ounce drinks.
"At 5 p.m. we're going to be doing live music and poetry reading on our patio," he said.
Danika Jarvis, the cafe's general manager and part owner, explained that in addition to the music and poetry, there will also be free cake, a raffle and arts and crafts, in which participants will be able to help create a commemorative one-year mosaic.
"Customers will become a permanent part of the structure," she said.
Boyce and Jarvis explain that they both love being part of the community and the creative energy that comes from running their business.
"I love making people smile and inspiring creativity," Jarvis said.
Boyce said that ImPressed Coffee Co. should have something that will appeal to anyone. In addition to coffee, they offer gourmet sodas and smoothies. Food items include desserts such as brownies, cookies and cakes and breakfast options such as waffles, muffins and oatmeal.
"Anyone from the community is welcome," he said.
The celebration will be held at the café, which is located at 127 W. Burnside Avenue. More information about ImPressed Coffee Co. can be found at facebook.com/impressedcoffee.
Ric Boyce
Danika Jarvis | 2022-07-28T21:07:09Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | ImPressed Coffee Co. to celebrate one-year anniversary Sunday | East Idaho | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/east_idaho/impressed-coffee-co-to-celebrate-one-year-anniversary-sunday/article_cc21587a-a71d-51cc-ba0c-c7831d685530.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/business_journal/east_idaho/impressed-coffee-co-to-celebrate-one-year-anniversary-sunday/article_cc21587a-a71d-51cc-ba0c-c7831d685530.html |
"The Purpose of Life" mural featured at the 1964 New York World Fair is on display at the I-Center in Rexburg.
Photo courtesy of BYU-Idaho
The BYU-Idaho I-Center is also displaying the Japanese version of “The Purpose of Life” mural. This mural was displayed during the 1970 Osaka, Japan, World Expo.
New York and Japan 'Purpose of Life' murals on display at BYU-Idaho
By LISA SMITH Rexburg Standard Journal
REXBURG — Two famous murals depicting the “Purpose of Life” from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ perspective are now on permanent display at Brigham Young University-Idaho’s I-Center.
“An estimated 12.5 million visitors saw the murals at both the New York World Fair and the Osaka Japan World Expo,” the release said.
At the time the murals were created, the church was considered to be “The Utah Church,” said Kyoung DaBell, BYU-Idaho Jacob Spori Art Gallery curator.
“When you’re dealing with deep and sacred topics that honestly have an eternal meaning, you can tell people (about it) but showing them is just as important,” he said. “These murals show people that we come from somewhere, and that we’re going somewhere too.”
“They worked for several months to research the development behind these murals as well as the pavilions where they were at, at the World’s Fair and the Expo,” he said. “They tracked down missionaries who served there.”
The webpage reported that in the 1960s, future church prophet and then-Apostle Harold B. Lee, asked church filmmakers to answer questions about where souls come from, the reason for being on earth and what happens after death.”
Osaka Japan World Expo | 2022-07-28T21:07:14Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | New York and Japan 'Purpose of Life' murals on display at BYU-Idaho | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/new-york-and-japan-purpose-of-life-murals-on-display-at-byu-idaho/article_39e2fc3c-9bae-520d-b09a-f78b191bd488.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/new-york-and-japan-purpose-of-life-murals-on-display-at-byu-idaho/article_39e2fc3c-9bae-520d-b09a-f78b191bd488.html |
Pictured is the car show from 2021.
By Andy Guerra
POCATELLO — The Pocatello Senior Activity Center and Historic Downtown Pocatello invites the public to the annual oldies car fundraiser Aug. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 100 block of South Union Pacific Square Park.
See and talk to the owners of classic cars and trucks on display and enjoy a free pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. sponsored by a $5,000 grant from Project Neighborly of Idaho.
Baby boomers are telling us they are hoping to see a “Little Deuce Coupe” the Beach Boys raved and sang about in 1963 or the wonders of the“409” car in their 1962 song.
Dress in ’50s, '60s, '70s and '80s clothes and have friends take pictures of you just like when you were back in high school. Pre-recorded '50s and '60s music will be playing.
This year the Center will include family-oriented activities that children to grandparents can enjoy, such as a pet petting zoo. Snake River Doodle’s Therapy animals and Petting Zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a parent or relative must accompany children.
Miki’s Party business owner Miki Marcelin will distribute free popcorn and snow cones. Volunteers will pass out free water bottles. Sodas will be sold for $1.
Vehicles will be judged from 7 to 9 a.m. and announced at 2:30 p.m., followed by raffle drawing winners.
Twenty-eight car owners will receive first and second place in categories from mayor’s choice, best custom, classic, antique, street cars and trucks. Other awards include best muscle, vintage, interior and painting to best-modified custom car/truck to best original stock greaser car.
During the car award show, first place for a Just For Fun vehicle winner will also be announced. A special award voted by the public and fans will go to a truck or car owner.
Last year 69 cars and trucks entered the car show, and over 300 spectators looked, peeked inside open windows, and "ooh'd" and "aah'd" at paint jobs at local entries, to several from the Boise area to one from Nebraska.
Car owners can contact the Center at 208-233-1212 or senioractivities@ida.net for car registration applications Monday to Friday until 5 p.m. Each car registration includes a free raffle ticket and a car show T-shirt.
Raffle tickets are being sold for $1 each or six for $5, with prizes donated from Pocatello Community businesses and individual donors. Tickets can be purchased at the Center Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and at the car show until 2 p.m. Prize drawings will be at 2:45 p.m.
All fundraiser proceeds will be used to defray “increasing costs of food we purchase to provide free nutritional meals at the Center for anyone 60 years and older Tuesday through Friday from (noon) to 1 p.m.,” said Center Director Anita Valladolid.
Project Neighborly Idaho is part of the Idaho Community Foundation mission whose goals for the past 30 years are to strengthen statewide non-profits, schools and communities. For more information, visit www.idahocf.org.
Miki Marcelin | 2022-07-28T21:07:16Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello Senior Activity Center Oldies Rod and Custom Car Show set for Aug. 6 | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/pocatello-senior-activity-center-oldies-rod-and-custom-car-show-set-for-aug-6/article_5531c699-8dfe-52a3-8eb5-ef52c9a17f9b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/pocatello-senior-activity-center-oldies-rod-and-custom-car-show-set-for-aug-6/article_5531c699-8dfe-52a3-8eb5-ef52c9a17f9b.html |
United Way of Southeastern Idaho community investment panel volunteers meet with Our Gathering Place in Pocatello during a site visit this spring.
United Way Of Southeastern Idaho awards $308k to local nonprofit programs
By United Way Of Southeastern Idaho
POCATELLO — The United Way of Southeastern Idaho has awarded $307,651 to local nonprofits through their annual competitive grant process. These grants fund programs across Southeastern Idaho that address housing stability and shelter, food insecurity, access to primary and mental health care and improving educational outcomes.
“Forty-four percent of Southeastern Idaho falls into the category of people who are working but do not make enough to make ends meet,” said Molly Olson, director of community Investments at United Way. “This funding directly supports nonprofit programs in our community that are set up to provide the biggest impact in the lives of these local families.”
United Way invested in 27 high-impact programs in Southeastern Idaho that provide solutions to our region’s biggest challenges, and the funding provided is vital for these programs in the community.
Eighteen local community volunteers served on panels that reviewed each application to ensure that the funded programs deliver results, meet a need in our community and are fiscally responsible.
"Serving on one of the United Way Community Investment Panels was one of the best volunteer experiences of my life,” said Shane Hunt, dean of the Idaho State University College of Business and president-elect to the United Way’s board of directors. “Being able to see first-hand how the money we give is providing opportunities and making the lives of people better throughout Southeastern Idaho made me extraordinarily proud to be a donor to the United Way."
To view the organizations that received grants for one or more programs, visit https://www.unitedwaysei.org/funded-partners.
In addition to the $307,651 in targeted grant investments, United Way of Southeastern Idaho anticipates distributing an additional $119,400 in donor-directed designations to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
“United Way is so proud to invest in these crucial local community programs that help our neighbors who are struggling,” said Shantay Bloxham, CEO of United Way of Southeastern Idaho. “We strive to improve outcomes for children, families and individuals in need, and this is a significant way that we focus on creating a healthier, more financially stable and educated Southeastern Idaho.”
Applications for nonprofits to apply will open again in January 2023. Please visit the United Way website to learn more about the Community Investment Grants process.
Shane Hunt | 2022-07-28T21:07:29Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | United Way Of Southeastern Idaho awards $308k to local nonprofit programs | Community | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/united-way-of-southeastern-idaho-awards-308k-to-local-nonprofit-programs/article_de8f0e92-5f95-59d6-b3ff-a790f5f5e057.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/community/united-way-of-southeastern-idaho-awards-308k-to-local-nonprofit-programs/article_de8f0e92-5f95-59d6-b3ff-a790f5f5e057.html |
Top row from left: Clara Meyer, Brenton Meyer and Leah Meyer. Bottom row from left: Aero Smith, Presley Smith and Boston Smith.
Photos courtesy of National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
POCATELLO — The Pocatello Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating six young children reported missing in two separate incidents.
The first incident involves children who were last seen in the Pocatello area in June 2021.
Smith is described as being 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes.
Missing children profiles for each child have been added to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, or NCMEC, database.
The second incident involves three children last seen by their Pocatello father this past June.
Clara Meyer, 8, Brenton Meyer, 5, and Leah Meyer, 2, were reported missing to Pocatello Police on June 16. Leah was last seen on June 10 while Brenton and Clara were last seen on June 12. All children were last seen in the Idaho Falls area.
The children are believed to be with their mother, Emily S. Hunt, 41, of Idaho Falls.
Clara is described as being 4 feet, 6 inches tall and weighing 60 pounds. She has brown hair and green eyes.
Brenton is described as being 3 feet, 9 inches tall and weighing 40 pounds. He has blonde hair and brown eyes.
Leah is described as being 3 feet, 3 inches tall and weighing 30 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes.
Hunt is described as being 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighing 180 pounds. She has brown hair and blue eyes.
Missing children profiles for each child have been added to the NCMEC database.
Hunt is likely driving a black 2004 Lexus RX3 with Idaho 1B3596U license plates, according to Pocatello police. Hunt has known associations in North Carolina and Maine and may be in one of those states, police said.
Anyone with information about any of the missing children or the whereabouts of their mothers is encouraged to contact the Pocatello Police Department at 208-234-6100, the 24-hour NCMEC hotline at 1-800-843-5678 or 911.
Emily S. Hunt
Leah Meyer
Clara Meyer | 2022-07-28T21:07:41Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello police searching for six young missing children in two separate incidents | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-searching-for-six-young-missing-children-in-two-separate-incidents/article_6e320185-6b93-5bd8-8950-df6e6b87f338.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-searching-for-six-young-missing-children-in-two-separate-incidents/article_6e320185-6b93-5bd8-8950-df6e6b87f338.html |
Idaho Falls Fire Department employees train in a department photo. The department's traumatic response team was nominated for two national awards in the emergency medical services field.
Mike Scadden.
City of Idaho Falls news release
Local trauma responders nominated for two national awards
Both awards programs recognize achievements and innovation for emergency medical services. The EMS World program is the "gold standard of accomplishment in the profession" and award winners will be presented the week of Oct. 10 in Orlando, Florida, the release said.
Mike Scadden, a trauma response team member, represented the team during the Hooley Awards dinner in St. Paul, Minnesota, on July 20. The winner of the Hooley Award in Service was Tim Seplaki of the New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services. | 2022-07-28T21:07:55Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local trauma responders nominated for two national awards | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/local-trauma-responders-nominated-for-two-national-awards/article_1a1df578-00a8-5e7a-855d-33e948a9d36f.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/local-trauma-responders-nominated-for-two-national-awards/article_1a1df578-00a8-5e7a-855d-33e948a9d36f.html |
As of Friday, the Idaho Department of Lands and Timber Protective Association have sent 221 employees to other Western states to assist fighting fires in the field, according to a press release from IDL.
Firefighters have been deployed to New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Alaska, California, Washington, Arizona, Montana and Wyoming. They’re also assisting the U.S. Forest Service and the Nez Perce Tribe.
The slow start to Idaho’s fire season has made it possible to send firefighters away to gain experience and training while building relationships with the surrounding states, according to the release.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little said in the release that this was an opportunity for firefighters to gain experience on the dime of other states and the federal government, which gives Idaho taxpayers a bit of a break. The Department of Lands will be reimbursed by the other jurisdictions for the wages and expenses incurred by Idaho firefighters while they are on off-district assignments.
During the 2021 fire season, President Joe Biden increased the federal minimum wage for firefighters to $15 per hour. New firefighters in Idaho are paid $15 per hour to start.
The Idaho Legislature approved a budget that includes the Department of Lands spending over $1 million to make fire-billing, reporting, invoicing, accounting and cost-sharing more efficient by switching from a paper system to the electronic Gold’s Business System. This system is being universally adopted by the Western states, according to the release, and reimbursement from the federal government is typically seen in less than a year rather than up to five years it takes to see it with the current system. | 2022-07-28T21:08:02Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Over 200 Idaho firefighters sent across the West this wildfire season | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/over-200-idaho-firefighters-sent-across-the-west-this-wildfire-season/article_456c4f9f-eb0f-57c8-a263-1bb835a66828.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/over-200-idaho-firefighters-sent-across-the-west-this-wildfire-season/article_456c4f9f-eb0f-57c8-a263-1bb835a66828.html |
Ridge Alban Parsons, was sentenced in connection to one count of grand theft and one count of burglary, both felonies, stemming from an incident on March 6 in which he forced his way into a local man’s home, held him at gunpoint with a stolen pistol and stole his motorcycle and tools, the Idaho State Journal reported earlier this year.
Parsons received the sentence after reaching a plea agreement with local prosecutors on May 6 and pleading guilty to the charges on May 16. Of the 10-year prison sentence, Parsons must serve at least four years incarcerated before being eligible for parole.
Parsons also received a five-year felony probation sentence after pleading guilty to two counts of felony possession of a stolen bank card pursuant to the plea agreement, which were filed as a result of evidence seized during the arrest and search of Parsons home on March 11. | 2022-07-29T00:59:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local man sentenced to prison for armed home invasion, theft of motorcycle | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-armed-home-invasion-theft-of-motorcycle/article_e32374f7-036e-5325-8771-1ca5f01bc401.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-armed-home-invasion-theft-of-motorcycle/article_e32374f7-036e-5325-8771-1ca5f01bc401.html |
Thanks A Brunch food truck won in several categories during the Idaho State Journal 2022 Readers' Choice Awards event on Wednesday.
The Idaho State Journal 2022 Readers' Choice Awards event on Wednesday evening recognized hundreds of local businesses for their success.
This year's annual event was held at the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel in Fort Hall to honor businesses in the Pocatello area, from the food service sector to education, auto, banking and everything in between. More than 90 businesses won awards in about 125 categories, and dozens more were noted as finalists.
Thanks A Brunch, a food truck that serves its take on delicious brunch food, took home awards in six of the 26 food categories. This wasn't TAB's first time being recognized by Readers' Choice for its cuisine, but it's the greatest number of nominations and wins the food truck has had since it opened in 2017.
"We have a very loyal and intense group of followers," said Haiden Siepert, who co-owns TAB with her husband, Nate Slagowski. "We work our butts off, so it's nice to reap the benefits of that. When we get these awards, it's also just nice to see that other people acknowledge our hard work outside of just the 10 of us (from TAB) that were there last night, so it's very motivating."
Other multiple-category winners included Health West, Sumisu Asian Fusion & Sushi, Jim Dandy Brewing, Bliss Beauty Lounge, and Idaho Central Credit Union.
Kelly Martinez, outreach manager at Health West, said it's "humbling" for him and the more than 190 Health West associates to be recognized by the community as the best in so many categories. Health West won best medical clinic, urgent care, doctor, dentist and pediatrician, among other categories.
"You're always humbled because there are so many great health care providers and so to be up there named the best of what you do it's amazing. It's fantastic, and we couldn't do without the support of the community," Martinez said. "We strive to provide the best health care, but you can only do that if you have the best of the best patients and people that believe in what you're doing enough to make you their health care providers, so it's pretty awesome."
The awards handed out on Wednesday evening were the result of 111,612 votes by 5,633 readers who participated in the 2022 Readers' Choice contest.
Travis Quast, president and publisher of Adams Publishing Group - East Idaho & Utah, said the annual Readers' Choice Awards is the biggest event the Idaho State Journal hosts every year. Its success is attributable to the voting readers, and to its sponsors, who this year were Idaho Central Credit Union, Pony Express Carwash, Pocatello Electric and L & K Carpet One Floor and Home. | 2022-07-29T00:59:18Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | ISJ hosts successful 2022 Readers' Choice Awards | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/isj-hosts-successful-2022-readers-choice-awards/article_914c42a6-f3d6-5c1e-a1b3-870c3d286579.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/isj-hosts-successful-2022-readers-choice-awards/article_914c42a6-f3d6-5c1e-a1b3-870c3d286579.html |
“Sometimes if I don't come in there for one day or two days, a couple of coaches will ask me, when are you coming back to watch film?” Alford says. “That's just one of my hobbies. That's how I am as a player. I like to get ahead mentally.”
For Alford, doing so entails several things: Knowing your opponent. Knowing their game plan. Knowing his own team, what weaknesses the Bengals need to shore up. Knowing whether he’s blitzing, knowing whether covering a run play, knowing in general what the opposing offense is trying to do. “That's how you become the most instinctual, the most dialed in, smartest defensive player on the field,” Alford says.
“You got all these guys on defense, basically calling out what you're running, and Josh is definitely one of those guys who's doing it,” Clemons said. “I was talking to him yesterday. He said he knows our offensive before it’s coming most of the time. It gets pretty difficult sometimes, but it’s good.”
“I think my growth as a leader, it's never going to be complete,” Alford says. “I think there's always a way I can improve as a leader and keep growing. Every day, I think I'm earning the respect of my teammates and my peers. So I'm just going to keep on leading, keep on being that leader that they need, with all the game experience I have. Just trying to help lead this program to bigger heights.”
Tyler Clemons | 2022-07-29T00:59:36Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Inside ISU DB Josh Alford's transformation into a leader — and the smartest guy on the team | Sports | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/inside-isu-db-josh-alfords-transformation-into-a-leader-and-the-smartest-guy-on-the/article_3bc29a64-c38e-5102-957a-ba8966a3cea8.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/inside-isu-db-josh-alfords-transformation-into-a-leader-and-the-smartest-guy-on-the/article_3bc29a64-c38e-5102-957a-ba8966a3cea8.html |
"Don't they know it's the end of the world..." — Skeeter Davis, 1962
Biden's hyperbole when it comes to end-of-the-world prophecies follows many similar predictions that failed to materialize. According to the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), a center-right Washington, D.C.-based think tank that researches government, politics, economics and social welfare, none of the climate change prophecies made by climate alarmists over the last 50-plus years have come true, not even close.
View the rest at tinyurl.com/3aexvjnb. These do not include more recent and contradictory statements by climate czar John Kerry and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, among others in politics and the media, who have variously said we have only weeks, months, or a few years to stymie Earth's extinction. | 2022-07-29T16:16:09Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Joe's dubious oil slick | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/joes-dubious-oil-slick/article_51703030-ad03-5361-b397-ed1db16663b4.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/joes-dubious-oil-slick/article_51703030-ad03-5361-b397-ed1db16663b4.html |
There is hope that the state of Idaho can have a competent family lawyer
Tom grew up on the Arkoosh family livestock operation near Gooding, graduated from Harvard in 1974 and got his law degree from the University of Idaho in 1978. He has practiced law in the state for 44 years. Tom has wide-ranging experience in the law, which is essential for running the largest law office in Idaho. The attorney general is responsible for managing 125 lawyers, together with investigators, paralegals and support staff. Electing an inexperienced lawyer, like his opponent, to that office is asking for trouble. | 2022-07-29T19:33:52Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | There is hope that the state of Idaho can have a competent family lawyer | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/there-is-hope-that-the-state-of-idaho-can-have-a-competent-family-lawyer/article_7fb04dab-8082-5a18-adca-023dc2342064.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/there-is-hope-that-the-state-of-idaho-can-have-a-competent-family-lawyer/article_7fb04dab-8082-5a18-adca-023dc2342064.html |
Time for the animal agriculture industry to take responsibility
I drove my granddaughters to the park today. I buckled Norah into her car seat, something I’ve been doing for the past three years, but I’ve never ventured out with 3-month-old Daphne before. Her seat was like something out of Architectural Digest. I was so confused by the myriad of red and black buttons and straps on her baby seat that I had to FaceTime my son, Joe, to walk me through the ordeal of securing his daughter safely in the car.
I think back to the 1980s when my sons were toddlers. Car seats were nothing more than a couple of straps and clips. Seatbelts didn’t even come into existence until the late ’60s, long after I was an infant. But then the automobile industry recognized its responsibility in preventing the rising number of injuries and deaths sustained by drivers and passengers. Today, seat belt use doubles your chances of surviving an accident, and the likelihood of dying in a car crash is almost half of what it was half a century ago.
The automobile industry knew that it was doomed if it didn’t meet consumer demands for safety behind the wheel. However, with regard to factory farming, the situation is reversed. After decades of exponential, largely unchecked growth, the animal agriculture industry has given rise to some of the worst environmental catastrophes ever seen on Earth. The future of our planet is at risk.
Ninety-nine percent of animals raised for human consumption live on factory farms, which account for 37 percent of the nation’s methane emissions. According to a study released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, cattle (raised for beef and milk) account for nearly 15 percent of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions produced by human activity. In June of this year, 2000 cattle in Kansas died due to high temperatures and humidity resulting from global warming and were unable to cool down at night because temperatures remained too high. An acre of the Amazon rainforest is cut down every six seconds to raise food for cattle. Annually, 260 million acres of forest in the U.S. are cleared to grow crops to feed animals raised for food.
Factory farms are responsible for more water pollution than all industrial sources combined. The USDA estimates that 450 million tons of manure a year come from confined industrial-farmed animals, three times the amount of sewage generated by humans. Waste lagoons pollute and deplete our groundwater at staggering levels.
Ten billion land animals are slaughtered in America every year and suffer unimaginable horrors on factory farms, or CAFOs: Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. A CAFO can house anywhere from hundreds to millions of animals, mostly dairy cows, cows raised for beef, pigs, turkeys or chickens. On dairy CAFOs, baby calves are taken from their mothers within hours of birth. Calves raised for veal are confined to wooden crates and live in semi-darkness, unable even to turn around, until they are slaughtered at 16 weeks. Cows raised for beef spend the last few months of their lives at feedlots where they are fed enough grains and high energy products to gain up to 400 pounds, subsisting in piles of manure and urine. Mother pigs (sows) spend most of their lives in gestation crates too small to stand up or turn around in. After giving birth, the sows are moved to farrowing crates where they nurse their babies for 10 days, at which time the piglets are removed from them, and they are impregnated again. Turkeys’ and broiler chickens’ beaks are burned off with a hot blade and are bred to grow so quickly that they often become immobilized under their own weight and slaughtered at 18 weeks (turkeys) and 5 to 7 weeks (chickens) of age. Laying chicks come from hatcheries where males are ground alive and used for fertilizer and pet food. Laying hens are genetically modified to produce 300 eggs per year and are asphyxiated at 18 months old when they are no longer useful to the industry.
These sentient beings don’t ask to be born into the horrendous animal agriculture industry. They are innocent victims and are suffering in an inhumane, cruel system. Joseph Poore, a researcher at the University of Oxford found that avoiding meat and dairy is the single biggest way to reduce your environmental impact, not just on greenhouse gas emissions, but on land use, biodiversity loss, water pollution, and pesticide and antibiotic use.
In 1960, the year I was born, there were 187 million people living in the United States. Today, that number has skyrocketed to over 332 million. Factory farming is expected to double by the year 2050. Every individual’s commitment to a plant-based diet makes a difference. It’s time for the animal agriculture industry to take responsibility for the environmental devastation and horrific animal abuse it has created. Please, send a strong message to the industry and consider making more compassionate choices by eating less meat, eggs and dairy foods or breaking your dependency on animal products completely. | 2022-07-29T19:33:58Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Time for the animal agriculture industry to take responsibility | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/time-for-the-animal-agriculture-industry-to-take-responsibility/article_14376532-a6d0-50bb-8d42-96f30eaa401d.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/time-for-the-animal-agriculture-industry-to-take-responsibility/article_14376532-a6d0-50bb-8d42-96f30eaa401d.html |
Editor's Note: The original version of this story incorrectly stated sentencing information for Ridge Alban Parsons. His prison sentence was suspended.
However, 6th District Judge Robert C. Naftz suspended the prison term against Ridge Alban Parsons, and instead placed him on felony probation for five years.
Parsons was sentenced in connection to two counts of possession of a stolen bank card, one count of grand theft and one count of burglary, all felonies, stemming from an incident on March 6 in which he forced his way into a local man’s home, held him at gunpoint with a stolen pistol and stole his motorcycle and tools.
Parsons received the sentence after reaching a plea agreement with local prosecutors on May 6 and pleading guilty to the charges on May 16. | 2022-07-29T19:34:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Local man sentenced to probation for armed home invasion, theft of motorcycle | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-man-sentenced-to-probation-for-armed-home-invasion-theft-of-motorcycle/article_e32374f7-036e-5325-8771-1ca5f01bc401.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/local-man-sentenced-to-probation-for-armed-home-invasion-theft-of-motorcycle/article_e32374f7-036e-5325-8771-1ca5f01bc401.html |
Cherishing local wildlife
The focus of these articles has always been and will always be about the animals who enrich our lives. I also try to focus on ways to take better care of them and highlight ways they take care of us. Animals bring such great joy into our lives from the first day they come into our lives, to the immense pain of the dark days when we have to say goodbye and send them over the rainbow bridge.
I’ve been fortunate to have been born and raised in the Pocatello area and have been even more blessed to be able to return here for my retirement years. Many folks of “advancing age,” like me, look back fondly to their early life and struggle with all the changes that have come about over the years — what is reality now is a far cry from the perceptions of my youth. However, one thing that remains constant in my mind about Pocatello is the ever-present wildlife (birds, squirrels, rabbis, deer, etc.) How lucky we are!
Regardless of what you think of our local politics or how you are affected by the current economic issues, we cannot deny how truly fortunate we are in the Pocatello area with the presence of local wildlife. This, along with vivid memories such as waking up in my grandmother’s house on South 14th Avenue to the song of a robin, gives me comfort that my wildlife friends are still here.
Because of their consistent presence in our area, many people take the existence of birds for granted. One primary benefit is that birds provide a free method of pest control not only for farmers, but also for areas around our homes.
Also, many folks dislike squirrels, believing them to be pests much like opossums or moles. One of my friends even refers to squirrels as "big rats with fluffy tails."
Sure, sometimes the furry critters may snatch seeds from the bird feeder in your backyard. They might even dash out suddenly in front of your car. But the more I have learned about squirrels, the more I realize that they are seriously misunderstood creatures. Contrary to popular belief, they are actually extremely intelligent. On top of that, they are very friendly and adorable animals that deserve to be loved by all humans.
Each spring, one of my initial yard duties is to clean up, or at least attempt to dissolve into the soil, the turkey scat that has littered the areas around my house. Even though we enjoy their presence, turkeys follow a strict pecking order and are known to attack birds and even people they deem subordinate. This seems to be particularly common during the spring mating season. People who have suffered turkey attacks recommend not looking the birds in the eye. Yikes!
To help us better enjoy and support our area wildlife, Pocatello city officials have wisely provided guidance through city codes:
6.04.260: FEEDING/ATTRACTING WILDLIFE PROHIBITION: It is unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly feed or attract wildlife (wild or habituated) except those birds and squirrels as allowed in section 6.04.260.C. by placing, depositing, distributing, storing, or scattering food, edible material, garbage, or other attractant, with the intent to lure, attract, entice, or feed wildlife.
6.04.010: DEFINITIONS: WILDLIFE: Any species of non-domesticated animals, such as: deer, moose, elk, pronghorn, black bear, mountain lion, wolf, coyote, fox, raccoon, skunk, wild turkey, waterfowl, etc. Birds (other than Wild Turkeys and Waterfowl) and tree squirrels are not considered wildlife under the definitions of this chapter. (Ord. 3059, 2020; Ord. 2975, 2016: Ord. 2963, 2015: Ord. 2908, 2012: Ord. 2884, 2010: Ord. 2667 § 2, 2001)
As we watch the birds, squirrels, deer and assorted wild furry critters frolic around our houses, let’s not forget that the law of nature also applies. Just as the seeds and grasses nourish these guys, they themselves are a food source for other wildlife. Part of the majestic beauty of our local natural wildlife also include eagles, hawks, falcons and mountain lions.
Living on the west bench of Pocatello and seeing the occasional mountain lion reminds me that, like all my other animal friends, I’m not necessarily on top of the food chain.
A Summer Block Pawty will be held by the Aiding 2 Adoption (A2A) folks on Aug. 12 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Historic Downtown Pocatello Pavilion. There will be bands, food trucks, crafters along with some wonderful cats, kittens, dogs and puppies.
The Portneuf Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has low cost spay neuter certificates available to anyone every Saturday between 1 and 2 p.m. at Tractor Supply in Pocatello. For more information, call PAWS at 208-406-2970.
The Bannock Humane Society (BHS) also has low cost spay neuter certificates available to anyone every Wednesday between 7 and 8 p.m. at the BHS offices on 850 Barton Road. | 2022-07-29T19:34:11Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Cherishing local wildlife | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/cherishing-local-wildlife/article_1d36ea6a-200c-512b-a15c-7a8a2f71e525.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/cherishing-local-wildlife/article_1d36ea6a-200c-512b-a15c-7a8a2f71e525.html |
Some describe Him (or Her, or It, or The Great Cloud, River, Circle, etc. — but for the sake of space, I’m sticking with Him) as being somewhat stern and dour. Judgmental. But personally, I think He’ll be more on the compassionate side, and at least somewhat understanding of the fact that here on Earth our intentions only occasionally match up with our actions.
Quick sidebar: I’m going to go out on a limb and suggest that in the next realm of our existence, I think time won’t be the steady tick-tocking, one-size-fits-all linear time we have right now, but will be more like Silly Putty — you can stretch it out to be as long as you need it to be, without impacting how others are experiencing it.
“I get the idea that faith means we don’t get all our questions answered right away, and that sometimes we watch others receiving miracles that pass us by. But don’t You realize how utterly devastating that is? And sure, patient faith is a great concept in theory. But all the day-to-day anguish of human life, the suffering, the misery, was all that really necessary? Don’t get me wrong — I had a pretty great life. My true suffering was minimal. But my God — sorry, it’s just a phrase — what about the poverty, the stupidity, the starvation, the death camps, the diseases, the deliberate insensitivity, the mindless cruelties. Did it have to all be that bad?
“And I get that it’s a fallen world, and that we’ve brought about 90 percent of our misery on ourselves, but back in the beginning couldn’t You have designed the Fall so that we would be just slightly less awful than we’ve turned out to be?
“And since we’re on a roll here, I have one more question to ask. This business of humans maturing sexually before maturing emotionally — that had to be a mistake, right? Some wires got crossed, someone missed the memo, or something, because that one has caused more life-damaging, opportunity-limiting problems than just about anything else. A simple tweak and it could have been fixed. I know I sound flippant — and I’m guessing You’re not a fan of flippancy — but still, what the what?”
And He’ll explain it, all about our inviolate right to freedom of choice, and how suffering can bring us closer to Him (though it also drives some away) and how mortal life is just an eyeblink in the vision of eternity, and how with our new understanding we’ll see that everything will all be alright — better than alright, in fact. He’ll explain it to us and it will all make sense.
But for now — it’s a hard rain fallin’. That’s all I’m saying. | 2022-07-29T19:34:17Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Finding My Way: It’s a hard rain | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/finding-my-way-it-s-a-hard-rain/article_6e0fb2b5-5173-5c20-9059-350f7965c16b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/finding-my-way-it-s-a-hard-rain/article_6e0fb2b5-5173-5c20-9059-350f7965c16b.html |
Hence, the recourse to Merriam-Webster, where we learn that fascism is, in fact, "a political philosophy, movement, or regime ... that exalts nation and often race above the individual and that stands for a centralized autocratic government headed by a dictatorial leader ... and forcible suppression of opposition."
So let's parse that, shall we? Who do we know who exalts nation ("I am a nationalist, OK?") and race ("I want (President Obama) to show his birth certificate.")? Who can we think of who admires centralized, autocratic government ("(Kim Jong-un) is the head of a country, and I mean, he is the strong head. He speaks and his people sit up at attention. I want my people to do the same.") What recent president so believes in forcible suppression of the opposition that protesters in Washington were gassed and beaten so he could walk through Lafayette Square, while those in Portland were dumped into unmarked vans for unstated reasons by unidentified federal agents? | 2022-07-29T19:34:30Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Let's talk about the Nazis | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/lets-talk-about-the-nazis/article_3f16bf17-9070-5214-b8c2-26d760aab355.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/lets-talk-about-the-nazis/article_3f16bf17-9070-5214-b8c2-26d760aab355.html |
Presence versus absence
I have read that if your presence in someone’s life is not noticed, then neither will be your absence. This is probably true in many cases. We all give rent-free space in our head to people or things that take no notice of us. It is a hard task to evict them, but once we do, we are better off. I know that I am guilty of that concept. I tend to be an overthinker, and it really dams my progress at times. But I would like to offer scenarios where the absence of an inspirational figure can continue having a positive effect on us, instead of a negative one.
If you have read any of my columns, you know already that I am going to put my parents on that list. Please excuse my obsession with them. My mental list of people who were once strongly present in my life but are now gone includes a wide variety of individuals.
Those who know me, know of my passion for music. Music is one of the reasons I want to stay on this earth. I worry I may not have access to the music I want after I die. I am not sure I have been good enough to go to Heaven, and Hell is probably afraid I will take over, so… my headphones and Spotify app might not be available in either place.
Most of my heroes come from that genre of life. A lot of my lazy time at the end of the day and even during the work day as I drive from patient to patient is spent with music. I love to dissect the songs into the bass parts, guitar riffs, drum solos, etc. I am the guy you pull up next to at the stoplight and see me playing air guitar or drumming on the steering wheel. I study and copy down lyrics trying to interpret their meanings. Music has a beneficial effect on my mental health. If I come in the door from work and immediately put on my headphones, recline in my chair and close my eyes, you know that I need to debrief and unwind from the day. If you accompany me on a long car trip, do not expect much conversation. I want either complete silence to think or my music to jam. That is why I wrote the “Playlist for Putin” column (published in ISJ on April 15, 2022) in the hopes that music may help him back down from whatever is driving his evil actions. It does not appear he read it, at this point.
Layne Staley from Alice in Chains, Scott Weyland from Stone Temple Pilots, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison from the Doors, Kurt Cobain from Nirvana — and the man in a class all his own Chris Cornell from Soundgarden/Audioslave. Shoot — I would give up sushi and sell my kids to the circus to have pipes and stage presence like Chris. Take a listen to the Soundgarden song titled “New Damage” and you will hear what I mean. This is just a partial list of my musical heroes who inspired me when alive and continue to do so in their absence.
It isn't just the musical beats, rhythms and energy of their music, but it is their lyrics that run through my mind daily. Despite the habits that led to their deaths, there had to be something genius in their minds that gave them the ability to write about life, love, pain, happiness and disappointment. I have come to the conclusion that such a level of creativity must come with demons. I find myself lusting after ownership of that same creativity but am suspicious of the demons. It is extremely sad to me to not have them with us any longer. They must have had a purpose here on earth, at least for me they did. Much like my parents’ words and coins, their thoughts and deep felt emotions continue to inspire me and lift my spirits. Some of you may use other forms of music or art to spur you to keep rowing. And I applaud your efforts. Please keep “searching with your good eye open” (Chris Cornell). Don’t cheat life by not pulling hard on those oars.
To all my musical heroes, some gone, some still here, I say, “Job well done!” | 2022-07-29T19:34:36Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Presence versus absence | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/presence-versus-absence/article_ef650950-1dc2-5c38-b626-cd80cf6e6c5d.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/presence-versus-absence/article_ef650950-1dc2-5c38-b626-cd80cf6e6c5d.html |
Sales education is for everyone
A mentor once told me, “No matter what you do, you're in sales.” Nurturing abilities in sales will help develop qualities that promote success in any area of life. Regardless of industry or occupation, sales is one of the few skill sets found in all successful people. If you want to get ahead in life, you have to sell yourself and what you add to the world on a regular basis. Whether you’re asking for a promotion or trying to get your family to adopt a new streaming subscription, the process is technically a sale.
The title of the text, “Professional Selling,” by Shane C. Hunt, dean of the Idaho State University College of Business, indicates two things: “First, selling is a profession that requires skills that can be learned, practiced, and perfected. Second, the more that salespeople know and practice sales techniques and skills, the more effective and successful — the more “professional” — they become.” The first chapter is titled “Everyone Is In Sales.” Hunt continues, “Sales as a profession has great appeal for many. But whether or not you choose sales as your profession, as you move forward in your career, developing personal selling skills will benefit you in countless ways.”
My career has spanned more than three decades in education, sales and marketing. Developing an aptitude for sales has added tremendous value to my life. It has helped me become more outgoing in social situations and improved my entrepreneurial mindset. Over the years I’ve asked multiple business owners and CEOs to name the one skill they feel contributes the most to their success. Every one of them named sales. They all felt success in any field is almost impossible without knowing how to sell. But to many people, the word selling implies manipulating, pressuring, cajoling. They think of all the high-pressure-salesperson stereotypes. Actually, selling is explaining the logic and benefits of a decision.
Sales ranks among the best frameworks to turn yourself into an effective communicator. Every human endeavor involves negotiating. Salespeople learn to listen, evaluate variables and identify key motivational factors. They overcome objections and find ways to reach agreement, without burning bridges. For many, asking for what you want is difficult. Persuading people to agree with you and take your direction is both an art and science, best cultivated in teams that train under seasoned mentors.
Step forward with self-assurance. Stand tall in times of crisis and duress. Build self-confidence. Learning sales is the perfect cure for shyness. It helps you create scenarios in which both parties win. In every situation, you will be able to connect the mental dots between performance and reward. Leaders must be able to close deals. Salespeople constantly hear the word no. With personal growth in this arena, you will start to see “no” as a challenge instead of a rejection. You'll develop roadmaps for getting to “yes.”
Learn how to sell. Your investment will pay dividends forever. For more about opportunities to develop your inner sales representative, go to cetrain.isu.edu/enrollment/course/professional-selling-masterclass.
Shane C. Hunt | 2022-07-29T19:34:42Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Sales education is for everyone | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/sales-education-is-for-everyone/article_8e29dd1b-197d-508e-ae8a-d22209edb0d9.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/sales-education-is-for-everyone/article_8e29dd1b-197d-508e-ae8a-d22209edb0d9.html |
Are there benefits to being stressed out?
As a culture, we have determined that stress is bad. Its negative effects, however, should depend on the degree and the situation.
I know I spend a lot of time in my clinic helping people with stress-related issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, even autoimmune disease (it is a long list…).
A study recently published in Psychiatry Research found that low to moderate levels of stress, such as a deadline at work or an upcoming wedding for your little girl, can help individuals develop resilience and reduce the risk of developing mental health disorders. Low to moderate stress can also help individuals to cope with future stressful encounters.
I think it’s wrong that we all, myself in the past included, try to eliminate all stress or help our bodies deal with it using adaptogens, techniques, modalities, etc. Maybe we need to be more thoughtful about the degree, situation and reason for the stress, rather than trying to eliminate it to a state of Nirvana? That stress could potentially make you a better person.
Of course, the ability to tolerate stress and adversity varies greatly according to the individual. Age, background, genetics and social support all play a role.
Stress can be incredibly toxic, and it can severely affect people predisposed to too much of it. But it can also be of benefit, as this study has shown. Exercise is a positive stress. A challenging chess game with your 12-year-old grandson is a positive stress. Deadlines at work can be a positive stress.
In the age of modern psychiatric diagnoses that seem to include just about everything considered normal 50, even 20, years ago, we need to accept the fact that life is not easy. No one has it as good as their social media posts say they do. Good parents teach their kids that life is hard — roll with it. Maybe a lesson we need as adults? | 2022-07-29T22:27:40Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Are there benefits to being stressed out? | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/are-there-benefits-to-being-stressed-out/article_241e0402-9dd1-5fc2-89cd-d5d2b9f2bfad.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/are-there-benefits-to-being-stressed-out/article_241e0402-9dd1-5fc2-89cd-d5d2b9f2bfad.html |
Vitamin D tablets and pills are displayed on Nov. 9, 2016, in New York.
The bigger question was whether more than that recommended amount might be better, to prevent fractures or maybe other disorders, too. To address conflicting scientific reports, Brigham and Women's preventive medicine chief Dr. JoAnn Manson started the largest study of its type to track a variety of health outcomes in nearly 26,000 generally healthy Americans in their 50s or older. The latest results compare bone fractures in those who took either a high dose — 2,000 international units of the most active form of vitamin D, called D-3 — or dummy pills every day for five years.
The supplements didn't reduce the risk of broken hips or other bones, LeBoff reported in the New England Journal of Medicine. While vitamin D and calcium work best together, she said even the 20 percent of study participants who also took a calcium supplement didn't benefit. Nor did the small number of study participants who had low blood levels of vitamin D. | 2022-07-29T22:27:46Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Study casts more doubt on use of high-dose vitamin D pills | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/study-casts-more-doubt-on-use-of-high-dose-vitamin-d-pills/article_e72b3a7d-487b-5050-b7c8-ccdf8647e390.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/study-casts-more-doubt-on-use-of-high-dose-vitamin-d-pills/article_e72b3a7d-487b-5050-b7c8-ccdf8647e390.html |
Inmates move around the yard at the Idaho State Correctional Institution in Ada County near Kuna.
Photo courtesy of the Idaho Department of Correction
An Idaho Department of Correction program that started in 2016 has been proving its value in helping inmates re-enter the community, says Jeff Kirkman, the program manager of the department’s Free2Succeed mentor program.
Providing mentors for former prisoners returning to society helps them get through critical and difficult times and will help provide needed guidance and support for them, he said.
It can also possibly provide benefits for their loved ones, according to information from the Idaho Department of Correction.
Kirkman said the mentors are typically unpaid former prisoners who work with offenders that are about 30 to 90 days from being released as well as those who are already on community supervision.
He says mentors have helped reduce the recidivism rate and are making a significant positive impact.
Overall, the mentoring program has helped reduce the recidivism, or the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend, rate by about 10 percent, he said.
And he adds they want to keep getting that number even lower.
“We’re focusing on recidivism and focusing on people changing behavior, connecting to the community and (finding) positive resources,” Kirkman said. “We can see in the numbers that it’s working and we can see in the people that it’s working.”
Mentors can help with things like how to cope with challenges and provide guidance and advice for how the recovering offender should treat his prior friendships, many of which may not be the most positive influences.
That is something for which mentors have really had a positive impact for the people in the program, Kirkham said.
The program hopes to make further inroads in bringing down the rate that released prisoners reoffend in the state of Idaho.
“We want to keep getting it lower and focusing on people changing behavior,” Kirkman said.
He says there’s high level data that shows the mentor program is having an effect in that direction.
And the mentors are continuing to play significant roles in those changes.
He says there are many things mentors can do that the Idaho Department of Correction can’t do just because of the nature of the job.
Mentors come from all walks of life, all ages and a variety of backgrounds, according to Idaho Department of Correction information.
They can provide opportunities for offenders to change and provide comfort and encouragement through difficult and stressful times. Because many of the mentors are former convicts themselves, they can speak from experience and communicate in ways that better resonate with those hopeful to positively re-integrate with society.
They can also ensure the offender attends and completes required programs.
And they can help them seek positive and edifying activities to develop their social and problem-solving skills.
Further, they can also help the released former offenders look for appropriate housing.
Mentors also help fulfill the department’s mission of protecting the public by being a part of the offender's support system and ensuring a successful transition into Idaho’s communities, according to department information.
And the IDOC has also partnered with the AmeriCorps VISTA program, which involves placing an AmeriCorps VISTA member in each of the seven probation and parole district offices throughout the state to help in building capacity and sustainability with the Free2Succeed program.
Jeff Kirkman | 2022-07-29T22:27:58Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho mentor program benefiting inmates preparing for community re-entry | Crimes & Court | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/idaho-mentor-program-benefiting-inmates-preparing-for-community-re-entry/article_50aff4c3-3781-5816-8cd6-c5933a12875f.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/idaho-mentor-program-benefiting-inmates-preparing-for-community-re-entry/article_50aff4c3-3781-5816-8cd6-c5933a12875f.html |
Family helps supply body armor, medical aid to Ukrainians
MILLVILLE, Utah — As the Russo-Ukrainian conflict continues, one family sought to help Ukrainians earlier this summer.
The Milligans of Millville, a town near the Idaho-Utah border, flew to Poland to donate supplies to those engaging in the conflict on the Ukrainian side of the border. After collecting medical supplies and body armor as well as donations from Cache Valley residents, the trio traveled to Poland on June 22. | 2022-07-29T22:28:17Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Family helps supply body armor, medical aid to Ukrainians | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/family-helps-supply-body-armor-medical-aid-to-ukrainians/article_98d71096-162c-5331-ba5c-d757da7ec8f9.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/family-helps-supply-body-armor-medical-aid-to-ukrainians/article_98d71096-162c-5331-ba5c-d757da7ec8f9.html |
However, the movement is not likely to succeed, according to an expert quoted in the show and David Adler, president of The Alturas Institute.
“It's highly unlikely,” said Adler, a constitutional scholar.
Even if a merger were to occur, there would be many factors to balance. It could harm or help federal funding, revenue sources and employment rates in both states.
“Those are the kinds of practical concerns, but it would be difficult to identify any reason why the respective state legislatures would agree to this kind of a merger,” Adler said.
Idaho Press Reporter Haadiya Tariq contributed reporting. | 2022-07-29T22:28:29Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | The Daily Show visits Boise | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/the-daily-show-visits-boise/article_57576734-a01a-50ca-ae9e-e1ad9f76d883.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/the-daily-show-visits-boise/article_57576734-a01a-50ca-ae9e-e1ad9f76d883.html |
Judging by the reports in the ISJ, I find the brouhaha regarding Mr. Bray’s remarks rather puzzling. Not that I can’t grasp the objections of the police and fire departments to his position, for Bray was arguing, in effect, that the city might not be in need of more policemen, and the firemen supported the policemen’s position. (In light of reactions to Mr. Brays’ statements, I think I should avoid misunderstanding by explaining that I use those two collective nouns with no intention of conveying a misogynistic, anti-diversity view regarding the gender makeup of city employee groups.)
It’s hardly a surprise to anyone that city departments want to get bigger — it’s a natural tendency of departments — but the question for administration always is: how convincingly have departments justified their requests for more positions? How persuasive is the claim that Pocatello needs more police?
Obviously, since we citizens of Pocatello pay for fire and police services, we expect the mayor and City Council to provide us with appropriately sized staffs for the tasks entailed, and it was therefore entirely proper for Bray to raise the issue of what Pocatello, in its current condition, actually needs by way of police. And it was also sensible of him to suggest that the city’s population size may not be the only relevant factor in determining what those needs are.
Does anyone actually dispute Mr. Bray’s suggestion that a highly diverse city is likely to require more police? Or disagree with him that Pocatello is not such a city?
With regard to the latter question, and without consulting census data, I can only resort to my sense of how diverse this city is, having lived here for 37 years: Bray is right to point out that a population’s “diversity” refers to a great number of characteristics: not just race, but ethnicity, country of origin, educational achievements, sexual preferences, wealth, religious beliefs, political affiliations, health status, occupation and so forth.
I’ve lived in small cities of various types, as well as in Los Angeles and San Diego; Pocatello is not a city with a high level of diversity. It has some degree of diversity, like any small city, but does it have an Italian neighborhood, an immigrant community, an Asian quarter, a Black enclave, a Jewish sector? Does it have a greater than average proportion of rich to poor? Does it have an aggressive and confrontational gay population, activist radical student clubs, an unusually high population of vagrants? No. While I am quite aware that there is a sizable Hispanic population here, my overall judgment is that Pocatello is a city largely composed of Christian white folks with average incomes and pretty average life-styles.
As for the consequences of diversity, is it true, as Bray claims, that it tends to bring with it discord, and hence a greater need for city services that deal with conflict and unrest? Yes. However sad it might seem, it’s surely true that cities with high diversity tend to experience just such problems. As Bray says, “We, as humans, tend to feel more comfortable with those we perceive to be ‘like us.’”
As Mr. Bray reminds us, look what happened in Pocatello when, a few years back, we had a large number of Muslim students attending ISU. Many Pocatellans resented them, in part because they seemed to be wealthy; in part because they were non-Christians in our midst. And there was trouble; not riots or mob attacks, but there was tension, friction, and cause for concern.
A final comment: The call for Bray to resign is ridiculous. Setting aside the hostility of the police department that he offended by questioning its proposed budgets, he has done nothing illegal, or shameful, or even offensive. Is that call for resignation some sort of liberal (or right-wing), knee-jerk reaction to his mentioning “diversity” as a potential cause of problems? Bray didn’t say he was against diversity, he didn’t say that Pocatello shouldn’t become more diverse, and he certainly wasn’t out to “divide” the community, as the Pocatello Education Association alleges. He simply called attention to a relevant factor in deciding how big the city’s police force needed to be. He was doing his job as a councilman.
Leonard Hitchcock of Pocatello taught philosophy in California and Arizona for 15 years. In 1985, he was hired by Idaho State University. He retired from ISU’s Oboler Library in 2006. | 2022-07-29T22:28:48Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Bray and his critics | Columns | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/bray-and-his-critics/article_804457e5-7406-5b70-b9bd-4b35e99b5a91.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/opinion/columns/bray-and-his-critics/article_804457e5-7406-5b70-b9bd-4b35e99b5a91.html |
The scene of Friday's house fire on Darby Road in south Pocatello.
POCATELLO — A fire gutted a home in south Pocatello on Friday afternoon and was still smoldering as of Friday evening.
The blaze on Darby Road southeast of the Bannock County Jail ignited shortly after 3 p.m. and the flames destroyed the home as well as an adjacent car, camper and horse trailer, the Pocatello Valley Fire Department reported.
The fire consumed the one-story house and caused it to partially collapse before firefighters knocked down most of the flames by around 6 p.m., authorities said.
There were no injuries but firefighters were still on the scene as of 8:30 p.m. extinguishing hot spots.
The flames ignited multiple small grass fires, which were extinguished before they could spread to other nearby structures.
Once the fire at the home is completely out, Bannock County Sheriff's Office investigators will attempt to determine the cause of the blaze, authorities said.
Authorities did not know if the people and canine displaced by the fire had found a place to stay following the destruction of their home.
Camper Trailer | 2022-07-30T03:28:42Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Fire destroys home, car, camper and horse trailer in south Pocatello | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/fire-destroys-home-car-camper-and-horse-trailer-in-south-pocatello/article_45fd3d25-2f05-5b05-b255-d9cb2d04b334.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/fire-destroys-home-car-camper-and-horse-trailer-in-south-pocatello/article_45fd3d25-2f05-5b05-b255-d9cb2d04b334.html |
Idaho State Police photo
Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred on July 29, 2022, at approximately 1:20 P.M. on westbound US Highway 30 near Batiste Road in Bannock County.
A 40-year-old male from American Falls was driving a 2012 Land Rover SUV westbound on US30 near Batiste Road.
A 43-year-old male from Pocatello was driving a cement truck eastbound on US30.
The Land Rover crossed the center line and the vehicles collided.
The drivers of both vehicles were wearing their seatbelts.
Traffic on US30 was impacted for approximately one hour to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. | 2022-07-30T03:28:48Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Police: Alcohol may have been factor in collision between SUV and cement truck near Pocatello | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/police-alcohol-may-have-been-factor-in-collision-between-suv-and-cement-truck-near-pocatello/article_94ffe034-c2c8-5c66-9855-9f3f48bc4521.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/police-alcohol-may-have-been-factor-in-collision-between-suv-and-cement-truck-near-pocatello/article_94ffe034-c2c8-5c66-9855-9f3f48bc4521.html |
Pocatello Rebels' Lana Alvarico makes contact with a pitch during Wednesday's game against Ridgevue.
Pocatello Rebels' Gavin Flynn makes a throw to second during Wednesday's game against Ridgevue.
Daxton Poulson was in the middle of chatting about his hair, recently bleached light blonde, when he spotted a teammate outside the Halliwell Park clubhouse. Poulson was explaining how this all came together, how he and the Pocatello Rebels decided to dye their hair blonde for the state tournament, and he saw the perfect way to illustrate his point.
“And then Preston did it,” Poulson said, pointing to his teammate standing a few feet away.
Wait. He had to correct himself.
“Er, that’s Gavin,” Poulson said, smiling.
In the moment, Poulson mistook one teammate for another. He couldn’t tell them apart because they both sported blonde hair. Which is exactly the point. They all look alike, walking around with light blonde hair like they’re part of some cult, and to hear them tell it, it’s made real differences on the field.
“It kinda helped us in that game, to stay together as a team,” Poulson said.
“It’s bonded us together because we all look alike,” Alvarico said.
“I guess it makes us more related,” Flynn said.
The Rebels all bleached their hair blonde headed into this single-A state tournament because for this program, advancing to state amounts to a significant accomplishment. Since the club formed some 15 years ago, this is the Rebels’ first trip to state — ever. This is a big deal. So they’re treating it like one.
The idea came courtesy of Alvarico, a rising sophomore at Highland. When the Rebels secured a spot at the state tournament, he understood the gravity of the feat, so he knew the team needed to make some sort of statement with their hair. He considered a buzzcut. Then he decided on blonde hair.
For awhile, he had trouble convincing his teammates to get on board. He texted the Rebels’ group chat, encouraging everyone to dye their hair, but he had little luck. None of them wanted to be the first one to do it — what if nobody else joins? Then Alvarico made up his mind. He got his hair dyed, snapped a picture and sent it to the group chat.
“Then they were like, let's just do it,” Alvarico said.
That’s when the dominoes began falling. Poulson, Alvarico and Preston Foltz got their hair dyed at Poulson’s family’s home. It was becoming a trend, and if there’s one thing teenagers know how to do, it’s keep up with trends. The rest of their teammates wanted in, so they decided to meet up at the Portneuf Wellness Center in Pocatello, where almost everyone else got their hair done. The work fell to Poulson’s mother, Melissa Suru, who isn’t even a hairdresser. Years ago, she dyed Daxton and his brothers’ hair. That’s all the experience she needed.
The process unfolded like this: With seven or eight of the boys gathered together, Suru put dye on each of the boys’ hair, making sure to cover every part of their heads. Next, each boy got a plastic bag on their head, which allowed the dye to sit. That lasted an hour or two. Then Suru applied toner to the boys’ hair, which gave it the light color — otherwise, it would have yellow and gold. “We wanted it white,” Poulson said.
So at the end of the process, almost all the Rebels had light blonde hair, just in time to kick off the single-A state tournament.
“I think it looks pretty good,” Flynn said. “We got made fun of it by other teams, but I think we're just kinda starting to embrace it.”
Their coach didn’t know what to think at first. Chris Seckel isn’t exactly in his players’ group chat, so he had no idea. When the Rebels met for batting practice ahead of the state tournament, he rolled up like usual, expecting a normal practice. Then he noticed something a little… off.
“I walked in and half of them had their hair blonde,” Seckel laughed. “I was like, what are you guys doing? And they said, oh, we're doing it. So we showed up to the banquet last night, and the rest of them were all blonde. So yeah, whatever works, make them come together.”
“At the banquet (Tuesday) they were all kinda embarrassed,” Alvarico said. “I was like, just embrace it, guys. You only live once. And I think now they're loving it.”
For awhile, it felt like the Rebels’ blonde hair was about to propel them a ways in the state tournament. In the first round, they survived a late-inning scare against Ridgevue, took the game into extra innings and prevailed in the 10th frame, when Flynn supplied an RBI groundout and Evan Geisbrect drove in an insurance run with a sacrifice bunt.
Then their luck changed. On Thursday night, the Rebels ran into the Razorbacks, Pocatello’s other single-A Legion team, which operates one step higher. The Rebels tied things up with a three-run seventh inning, but an error cost them in the bottom of the inning, sealing the Razorbacks’ 6-5 win.
One day later, on Friday, the Rebels bowed out of the tournament with a 10-6 loss to Lewis and Clark. At their first state tournament in program history, they went 1-2. Not what they wanted, but also nothing to be ashamed of, considering the meaningful making state was in the first place. Whether they went two-and-out or won the whole thing, one thing was always going to be for sure: They all looked the same doing it.
Melissa Suru | 2022-07-30T03:29:13Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | 'We all look alike': Why the Pocatello Rebels got blonde hair for the state tournament | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/we-all-look-alike-why-the-pocatello-rebels-got-blonde-hair-for-the-state-tournament/article_979fcde5-15db-5477-80cf-acc13bb892c1.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/we-all-look-alike-why-the-pocatello-rebels-got-blonde-hair-for-the-state-tournament/article_979fcde5-15db-5477-80cf-acc13bb892c1.html |
Razorbacks' Garrett Keller fires a pitch during Friday's game against Minico.
Razorbacks' Hudson John tries to track down a ball after an errant throw during Friday's game against Minico.
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“And obviously, when there's an injury, you gotta change some things up,” Blackhawk said.
Combine that absence with the Razorbacks’ array of errors and you end up with their result Friday night: A 10-8 loss. That means they will play Marsh Valley at 4 p.m. Saturday. Lose and they’re out. Win and they remain alive, moving on to Sunday’s state championship game.
“Our issue was, it's been the strength of us all year, our pitching,” Blackhawk said. “We’ve got kids in a moment, and sometimes the moment’s a little bit bigger than what they can handle. Come out and throw strikes. We've talked about that before. So throw strikes. We’ve got a short string with them right now, so if you're not gonna throw strikes, we're gonna go to the next guy.”
“We pride our program on defense,” Blackhawk said. “And up until tonight, we just had some bad decisions, out of place. We had some hard-hit balls to our guys on the corner that chested them up and I'm good with that. Ball’s coming at you 100 miles an hour.”
Do themes like that tend to factor into games like these
“Yeah, it does. It's definitely tough,” Blackhawk said. “The kids know that and we try not to let the kids know what's going on as far as stuff like that goes. I just want the kids to show up and play. Leave it on the field and we'll let the chips fall where they may. If we win, great. If not, we'll look back at it and fix our mistakes and move on.” | 2022-07-30T07:41:59Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Errors catch up to Razorbacks in 10-8 state tournament loss to Minico | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/errors-catch-up-to-razorbacks-in-10-8-state-tournament-loss-to-minico/article_1a980d5c-cdd5-527a-8e24-a22b20a9cc4d.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/errors-catch-up-to-razorbacks-in-10-8-state-tournament-loss-to-minico/article_1a980d5c-cdd5-527a-8e24-a22b20a9cc4d.html |
Gino Mariani celebration scheduled
An event to honor outgoing Highland High School football coach Gino Mariani will be held Saturday, Aug. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Portneuf Wellness Complex, Pavilion #4.
Hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided. All former players, parents and friends of Mariani are invited to attend and show their appreciation for his dedication and service to the youth of community. Mariani coached at Pocatello High School from 1990 to 2000, and at Highland from 2000 until earlier this summer, leading the Rams to four state championships.
For more information, contact Don Neves at (208) 406-3957. | 2022-07-31T05:19:00Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Gino Mariani celebration scheduled | Preps | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/gino-mariani-celebration-scheduled/article_32887b09-5e59-51d0-ba7e-9044ee99f845.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/preps/gino-mariani-celebration-scheduled/article_32887b09-5e59-51d0-ba7e-9044ee99f845.html |
Butler Pamela Jean Paige Butler Pamela Butler, 68, passed away on July 13, 2022, surrounded by family. Pamela Jean Paige was born on October 10, 1953, in Pocatello, Idaho to Eldon Lloyd Paige and Mary Berry Paige. She attended Highland High School, where she was a page editor and reporter for the high school newspaper, the RamPage. After graduating in 1971, Pam studied pharmacy at Idaho State University. She married Paul Butler on August 16, 1974. In 1978, Pam earned her BS in Pharmacy and passed the pharmacy board exams for California and Nevada. To celebrate, she and Paul took a six-week camping trip around the US. They moved to Los Angeles, CA, where Pam worked as a pharmacist. In 1980, Paul's job took them to Albuquerque, NM, where they had three children. In addition to raising her children, over the years Pam served as the editor for the New Mexico Art League, was the leader of two Girl Scout Troops, and volunteered at the Lavender Festival in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. She earned an MBA from the Anderson School of Business at the University of New Mexico in 2001, and later went on to study natural medicine. Pam was an enthusiastic historian. She was a member of the Richard III Society, served four years as membership chair and listserv moderator, designed historical tours of England, and completed scholarly research to write articles for the society's multiple publications. She used her sewing skills to make and alter medieval clothing for the annual meetings. Her other hobbies included painting, screenplay writing, and reading. Pam was an expert traveler, instilling in all of her children a love for exploring. The family took summer trips around the US, and in 1992, she visited Europe for the first time. In the autumn of 2014, she fulfilled one of her lifelong goals, which was to travel for a month with her sister, seeing many historical places in England, Wales and Scotland. In 2017, Pam suffered a stroke, and in 2019, she moved to Vancouver, WA, to be near her younger daughter Lisa. Pam is predeceased by her parents and her sister, Carol Sue Mecham. Pam is survived by her ex-husband, Paul Butler, her three children, Craig A. Butler, Kelly E. Butler Urgan, and Lisa A. Butler Dempsey-Scott, her brothers Robert and John Paige, and two nieces, two nephews, and several grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery, Section 53 West, in Pocatello, Idaho. Services have not yet been scheduled.
Pamela Jean Paige
Lisa A. Butler Dempsey-scott | 2022-07-31T09:27:54Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Butler, Pamela Jean Paige | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/butler-pamela-jean-paige/article_8d0c4448-6dab-5b19-a115-da80cbb9a52d.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/butler-pamela-jean-paige/article_8d0c4448-6dab-5b19-a115-da80cbb9a52d.html |
Beverly Higgins Jean Higgins Beverly Jean Higgins, 73, passed away on July 28, 2022 at a care center in Blackfoot, ID. A viewing will be held on Monday, August 1, 2022 from 6-8 pm at Colonial Chapel, 2005 S. 4th Ave. Pocatello, ID. Graveside services will be on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 10 am at Mountain View Cemetery, 1520 S. 5th Ave. Pocatello, ID. Memories and condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilkscolonialchapel.com 208-233-1500
Jean Higgins Beverly Jean Higgins | 2022-07-31T09:28:00Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Higgins, Beverly Jean | Obituaries | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/higgins-beverly-jean/article_444a084c-00cf-58b6-9654-87d538c8641e.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/obituaries/higgins-beverly-jean/article_444a084c-00cf-58b6-9654-87d538c8641e.html |
SPOKANE, Wash. — The list of narratives surrounding Charlie Ragle’s first year at Idaho State might not fit on a long receipt from the grocery store.
Nobody wins at Idaho State.
They don’t have the facilities.
You can’t recruit to Pocatello.
“Sometimes that can be daunting,” Ragle said, “the challenges that you have to face in rebuilding and building a program. So I think that’s the biggest takeaway, that there’s just so much more to do that doesn’t deal with football — which is not a surprise. But it does require a lot of attention, and a lot of work.”
That’s the thing about Ragle: He isn’t just a first-time head coach. He’s a first-time head coach staring up at Mount Everest, wondering how on earth he’s supposed to scale the summit. He’s had to learn a lot, had to juggle a lot, had to handle an assistant coach getting arrested and extradited to Arizona, where he kicked off the coaching career that has led him here.
Like any respectable coach, Ragle likes to talk in phrases: You gotta go to work. You gotta create momentum. You gotta know your why. To the untrained ear, it might register as gibberish, but listen between the lines and you begin to understand how Ragle has handled his first seven months on the ISU job.
Idaho State coach Charlie Ragle: "Is there complete buy-in now? No, we've only been here six months. We haven't played a season yet. Over time... it will continue to grow and get better." pic.twitter.com/gJKJb37W46
It begins with what he mentioned above: This gig involves a lot more than football, which is mostly what he had to worry about at his previous stop, Cal’s special teams coordinator. Now he has to handle a million different things: How’s fundraising going? Should we offer this kid, visit this one? How do we build better connections in the community? How do we convince people in Pocatello that things will be different this time around?
The short answer to that last question is simple: Win games. The long one shows that Ragle understands the way the Gate City views his program.
“The fans are kinda like the dog that’s been kicked — still wants to come up and lick you and love you, and it wants you to pet it,” Ragle said. “But it’s apprehensive that you might just kick it. And these fans have been kicked one too many times. So we’ve gotta instill a trust in them, that we’re going to get accomplished what we say we’re going to get accomplished.
“And that doesn’t happen overnight. At the end of the day, we gotta go win some football games. It’s been a nice six-month honeymoon — the new coach and all that gets people giddy with change. But that doesn’t mean you-know-what. We have to produce on the field, and nobody’s more aware of that than me. I certainly have goals of myself and what my expectations are, but we have to go achieve them on the field.”
This summer, Ragle and his coaching staff have spent an inordinate amount of time recruiting — his word choice. Since spring ball ended, the Bengals signed 11 new players and welcomed back a few more who returned from LDS missions, meaning the team that took the Holt Arena practice field for a spring scrimmage in April will look different than the one that takes the field in September. Because of low numbers, the Bengals have hit the recruiting trail hard, bringing in more offensive linemen and a few DBs, if nothing else adding bodies to fill out the roster.
So with those players in place, Ragle’s summer days looked a little like this: Get to the Holt Arena offices around 7:30 a.m. to watch the players work in the weight room, make sure they’re taking care of business on that front. Check out the practice field, where some are working on conditioning drills. Then get out and recruit: In person, around the area, and on the phone, checking in with targets, seeing where their offers stand.
Except on Saturday, ISU kicked off fall camp. The Bengals will practice for a few weeks before they head down to Las Vegas to collect a check and play UNLV at Allegiant Stadium. That means the beginning of the Ragle era, which for the man himself, means a few things: He wants to win, but he’s realistic. He knows what he’s up against, how grueling the conference can be, how this might take a year or two.
He also understands the reality of his situation: Get back to winning… or find another gig.
“My timeline in Pocatello is much different than most of the people,” Ragle said. “I’ve got a contract that says five years. If you don’t win, you get fired. That’s the reality of it. So I don’t have time to wait three or four years for this or that, you know what I mean? There’s things I need to get done, and I want to get done. Unfortunately, I don’t have control of all those things. So you have to empower and teach people how to win, and believe in what we’re doing so that they can help you ascertain those goals.”
The funny part is this: Ragle admits this challenge is daunting, but he won’t admit to feeling stressed out about it.
Here, we let him take it away.
“I’ve been fooling people for 23 years,” Ragle said. “I show up and coach football, and I get paid to do it. Are you kidding me? Joke’s on them. I haven’t worked a day in my life. I’m chasing my passion, my dream. The stress comes from the pressure that you put on yourself to be great. We’re chasing greatness, and that’s what we’re about. So that’s an internal pressure.
“I mean, you’re talking to a guy that coached at Cal and was competing against some of the elite teams in the country… You’re talking to a guy that went and played Stanford in the pandemic, and didn’t have five offensive linemen and got extra point blocked that basically lost us the game. That’s pressure, when people are texting you to drive off the Bay Bridge. That comes with the territory.” | 2022-07-31T11:43:29Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | As ISU begins fall camp, Ragle shares what he’s learned about being a head coach | Sports | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/as-isu-begins-fall-camp-ragle-shares-what-he-s-learned-about-being-a-head/article_fc1dfacb-099b-565a-9be2-0f7a1e9239d6.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/sports/as-isu-begins-fall-camp-ragle-shares-what-he-s-learned-about-being-a-head/article_fc1dfacb-099b-565a-9be2-0f7a1e9239d6.html |
The 48-year-old man, driving a Suzuki King Quad, was northbound on 100 West when he failed to yield at a stop sign at 800 North, the Idaho State Police said in an email. The man, who was not wearing a helmet, was struck by an eastbound Ford F-150 driven by an 18-year-old Burley man.
The ISP has not released the identity of Murtaugh man and the Minidoka County coroner did not return calls from the Times-News on Friday.
ISP is investigating the crash and was assisted by the Minidoka County Sheriff’s Office, the Minidoka Fire Department, Emergency Response Ambulance and the Minidoka County coroner. | 2022-07-31T22:34:00Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | One dead when ATV and pickup truck collide at rural intersection | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/one-dead-when-atv-and-pickup-truck-collide-at-rural-intersection/article_73435fff-f734-5fcc-b0af-25b543484846.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/one-dead-when-atv-and-pickup-truck-collide-at-rural-intersection/article_73435fff-f734-5fcc-b0af-25b543484846.html |
Pocatello police investigating woman's 'suspicious' death
POCATELLO — Police are investigating the death of a woman whose body was discovered at a Pocatello home on Sunday afternoon.
Police said a family member found the deceased woman at her home in the 900 block of North 10th Avenue around 2:15 p.m. The family member then contacted Pocatello police who responded and began investigating.
Police are calling the woman's death "suspicious" and said they are requesting that an autopsy be performed on her body to determine how she died.
The woman's name has not been released. It's believed that she recently died, authorities said.
Police said this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.
No one has been taken into police custody in connection with the woman's death, authorities said. | 2022-08-01T00:53:57Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello police investigating woman's 'suspicious' death | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-investigating-womans-suspicious-death/article_05213c6e-3062-5a02-9359-66049b45aa9e.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-investigating-womans-suspicious-death/article_05213c6e-3062-5a02-9359-66049b45aa9e.html |
POCATELLO — Police are investigating the death of a woman whose body was discovered at a Pocatello home on Sunday afternoon.
Police said a family member found the deceased woman at her home in the 900 block of North 10th Avenue around 2:15 p.m. The family member then contacted Pocatello police who responded and began investigating.
Police are calling the woman's death "suspicious" and said they are requesting that an autopsy be performed on her body to determine how she died.
The woman's name has not been released. It's believed that she recently died, authorities said.
Police said this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.
No one has been taken into police custody in connection with the woman's death, authorities said.
Bannock County Fair kicks off on Monday | 2022-08-01T15:09:33Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Pocatello police investigating 'suspicious' death of local woman | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-investigating-suspicious-death-of-local-woman/article_05213c6e-3062-5a02-9359-66049b45aa9e.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/pocatello-police-investigating-suspicious-death-of-local-woman/article_05213c6e-3062-5a02-9359-66049b45aa9e.html |
Congressman Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, submitted 15 projects for funding consideration through Congress’ community funding project requests, including a $5.7 million proposal for improvements to Pocatello’s Center Street underpass, which needs repairs and upgrades. Thirteen of the projects made the cut, including the Center Street bridge effort.
Photo courtesy of the city of Pocatello
This is the current fire station for the community of McCammon. Thanks to congressional funding, the city will soon get a new fire station.
Photo courtesy of the city of McCammon
This project will replace the walls of the channel, which was constructed in the 1930s, that flows through the city of Gooding in south central Idaho. Many sections of the wall have failed, leading to an increase in localized flood risk and threats to adjacent public infrastructure and private property. It is also leading to public road damage along the corridor from subsurface erosion.Gooding Public Works Director Larry Bybee said in a statement that the city is grateful to Simpson for his help approving the funding.“The project has been delayed for decades due to escalating costs, and the failing wall is now undermining roadways and poses a greater risk of flooding every year. Thank you, Congressman Simpson, from the citizens of Gooding,” Bybee said.
Two projects of the 15 were not part of the overall funding package. The first was a $7.08 funding request for rehabilitation of Mackay Dam, a 100-year-old structure that is aging and degraded to the point of critical condition. The second project was a $1.54 million funding request for an emergency services infrastructure project with a helipad and four-unit ambulance bay attached to the new Family Health Services Community Health Center in Shoshone. It’s unclear why those two projects were not approved. | 2022-08-01T21:56:03Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho’s Rep. Simpson made 15 funding requests for state projects — then voted against them | Local | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/idaho-s-rep-simpson-made-15-funding-requests-for-state-projects-then-voted-against-them/article_d2aa7e2c-164c-55c0-940e-a8a11e92fd47.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/idaho-s-rep-simpson-made-15-funding-requests-for-state-projects-then-voted-against-them/article_d2aa7e2c-164c-55c0-940e-a8a11e92fd47.html |
On Monday, July 25, Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region received a report of a black bear incident in a residential area in East Fork, south of Ketchum. Conservation officers who investigated the report found that on Friday, July 22, a woman was walking her Great Pyrenees near her home when she and the dog encountered a black bear at close proximity on the trail. It was estimated to be 120 pounds by the woman, who noted the bear was approximately the same size as her dog.
Once encountered, the woman began to walk backwards while talking to the bear. Her dog, who was off trail came back and the bear engaged with the dog. The bear and dog scuffled. The dog suffered multiple bite puncture wounds and was treated by a local veterinarian. It is currently recovering from its wounds at home. The bear left the area and it is unknown if it suffered any injuries.
Officers could not determine the age or gender of the bear. They also report that this incident does not appear to be the result of unsecured garbage in the neighborhoods, but rather a bear living in its natural habitat in close proximity to rural residential development.
No efforts to trap the bear will be taken by Fish and Game.
Other residents in the East Fork neighborhood reported seeing a bear and cubs in the area.
Residents are encouraged to be vigilant while outdoors to avoid any surprise encounters with bears.
“When a bear or any wildlife has direct contact with an unleashed pet in wildlands we tend to not take management actions against wildlife” according to Mike McDonald, Regional Wildlife Manager, “in many situations, wildlife and pets, especially dogs, don’t mix, and can actually make an encounter rise to an attack or fight between the two. We don’t want that to happen. Dog owners should be aware that they are responsible for their pets and their actions when recreating on public land.”
While pet owners can be confident that they have voice control of their pets, often, when wildlife is encountered voice control can be lost as their pets follow their natural instincts to pursue other animals.
Human-wildlife conflicts with black bears have been occurring in the Wood River Valley since May. Most of the conflicts have been directly associated with bears becoming food-conditioned from eating food in unsecured residential garbage carts or food left unattended in campgrounds.
This summer, to protect public safety, Fish and Game has attempted to trap two bears, one in the North Fork area of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area that was raiding campsites, and the other in west Ketchum after an aggressive black bear charged a homeowner on two occasions during an attempt to scare a garbage habituated bear out of her yard. No bears were trapped in these two situations.
In the early morning hours of July 18, 2022, what is thought to be the same bear from the incident the week before in Ketchum became aggressive when a homeowner tried to get the bear out of a nearby garbage cart. The sow died during capture efforts. Two young-of-the-year cubs were taken to Snowden Wildlife Sanctuary in McCall for rehabilitation and hopeful release back into the wild at a later date.
Residents are encouraged to notify Magic Valley Region Fish and Game biologists if they encounter a bear in or near town at (208) 324-4359, or your nearest Fish and Game office, or if after-hours or on weekends, reports can be made to your local sheriff office. | 2022-08-02T00:46:05Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Conflicts continue with black bears in Idaho's Wood River Valley | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/conflicts-continue-with-black-bears-in-idahos-wood-river-valley/article_9af8d3a1-7467-5f57-b83e-00fa1c5e1d6a.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/conflicts-continue-with-black-bears-in-idahos-wood-river-valley/article_9af8d3a1-7467-5f57-b83e-00fa1c5e1d6a.html |
A biocube placed on the Tamae Reef off the Pacific island of Mo’orea.
Photo courtesy of David Liittschwager
A selection of creatures revealed through inventorying one cubic foot from Hallett Nature Sanctuary in Central Park, New York City.
POCATELLO — The Idaho Museum of Natural History on Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus will open a temporary exhibition, “Life in One Cubic Foot,” on Aug. 19.
The exhibition follows the research of Smithsonian scientists and photographer David Liittschwager as they discover what a cubic foot of land or water — a biocube — reveals about the diversity of life on the planet. “Life in One Cubic Foot” will be on view Aug. 19 through Nov. 13. The exhibition is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.
A biocube — the tool at the heart of the exhibition — is a 1-by-1-by-1-foot framed cube that organisms from the surrounding environment can enter and pass through. Biocubes featured in the exhibition were placed in environments across the globe to learn what forms of life, both known and unknown, could be found in the cube during a 24-hour period. In addition to exploring life through the exhibition, visitors are also invited to participate in citizen science and uncover the biodiversity in their backyard by creating and monitoring their own biocube.
“Life in One Cubic Foot” explores life from exotic environments, like the coral reefs of French Polynesia and the alien mid-water ocean off the coast of California to the more familiar locales, like New York City’s Central Park. Hundreds of different organisms ranging in size from the head of a pin to the full size of the biocube are featured in the exhibition through collages of photographs, models, interactive elements and exhibition videos.
Biocubes in the exhibition were not only used by scientists to explore what is already known about life on Earth but also to spotlight how much biodiversity remains for aspiring scientists to discover. Scientists estimate that there are more than 1 million species still unknown or unnamed by scientists. Environmental changes, like climate change and other man-made forces, are taking their toll on life around the world, both discovered and unidentified. Global efforts to understand the impact of these changes and answer questions about how to manage the complex dynamics of wildlife and natural resources will be improved as gaps in the tree of life are filled.
After seeing how scientists use the concept of one cubic foot to understand the diversity of life in the field, visitors can learn how biocubes can be used to uncover life in more familiar places. They are invited to build their own biocube and contribute to citizen science by studying and sharing discoveries from their neighborhood habitats. Visitors can explore the National Museum of Natural History’s website to watch a video about biocubes and learn how to build, deploy and study their own biocube. They may also share their findings with the greater scientific community.
Life In One Cubic Foot
Traveling Exhibition Service | 2022-08-02T00:46:11Z | www.idahostatejournal.com | Idaho Museum of Natural History to feature Smithsonian exhibition 'Life in One Cubic Foot' | Freeaccess | idahostatejournal.com | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/idaho-museum-of-natural-history-to-feature-smithsonian-exhibition-life-in-one-cubic-foot/article_8f9e7f06-7a76-5073-99f6-e0e10970544b.html | https://www.idahostatejournal.com/freeaccess/idaho-museum-of-natural-history-to-feature-smithsonian-exhibition-life-in-one-cubic-foot/article_8f9e7f06-7a76-5073-99f6-e0e10970544b.html |
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