Thanks for reading my work. So you know a little about me, I’ve spent most of my career in the newspaper and magazine arenas. I do a lot of writing now for our radio’s news site and its sister station sites, but I also co-host a community issues broadcast. When I’m not behind a keyboard or microphone I like to hit the trails and visit the region’s rivers, lakes and reservoirs. In the office I share with a news buddy is a 6-foot tall cardboard cutout of Darth Vader. Multiple Yoda figures share the office too, and I think there might even be some small stormtroopers and R2-D2 figures around here somewhere.
Andrew Weeks
Idaho SAT Scores Show Slight Decline from Last Year
The SAT scores of high school juniors are slightly down from last year in the Gem State, according to education officials.
Boil Water Advisory Lifted in Hazelton
The boil water advisory that went into effect last week in Hazelton has been lifted, City Clerk Ange Black said on Monday morning.
Ybarra Names New Director to Lead Student Engagement, Safety Efforts
A man who started his career at the College of Southern Idaho has been named director of the state's student engagement and safety efforts.
Wildlife Officials: No Chinook Fishing on South Fork of the Salmon
Anglers who had plans to visit the South Fork of the Salmon River for Chinook fishing this summer will have to make other plans.
Swap Meet and Car Show This Saturday in Twin Falls
A swap meet and car show is planned for Saturday at City Park in Twin Falls.
Hazelton Issues Another Boil Water Advisory
Hazelton has issued another boil water advisory, which the city says is in effect until further notice.
Idaho Man Injured in Motorcycle Crash in Nampa
A two-vehicle crash sent a motorcyclist to the hospital on Wednesday, police said.
Idaho Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Drug and Gun Crimes
A 33-year-old Idaho man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for drug and gun crimes.
Wildlife Officials Urge Caution After Grizzly Bear Spotted in Odd Location
Wildlife officials are urging hunters to use caution in a couple of hunting units due to grizzly bear activity in the area, a place where grizzly bears are not usually located.
Wine and Jazz Events Planned for Next Week in Twin Falls
A couple of events are coming up near the end of month for people who like wine and music.
Train Derails Near Wells, Nev.
A freight train derailed on Wednesday morning near Interstate 80 about three miles east of Well, Nev., according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
Idaho WIC Adjusts Income Guidelines
New income guidelines for Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will take effect July 1.
West Nile Virus Found in Canyon County Mosquitoes
Public health officials say West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Canyon County, the first collection of mosquitoes detected with the virus this year in the Gem State.
Garden City Woman Sentenced for Drug and Gun Crimes
A woman from Garden City has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug and gun crimes, according to a United States attorney.
Comment Period Extended for Idaho Deer Management Plan
(KLIX) – Idaho Fish and Game officials have extended the public comment period on statewide deer management plans.
The comment period has been extended to June 28.
The department scheduled open houses throughout the month, with Magic Valley region’s being held on last Wednesday...
Motorcycle Crash Causes Fatality in Blaine County
A 23-year-old man lost his life after a motorcycle crash Sunday night in Blaine County.
Twin Falls County Cracks Down on Parking Violations at Centennial Park
Visitors who park in the long parking stalls without a boat or trailer at Centennial Waterfront Park may now be fined a hundred bucks.
Rainbow Trout Increase Reported at Section of Henry’s Fork
Nearly 5,000 rainbow trout exist per square mile on a section of Henry’s Fork River, according to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.
Magic, Wood River Students Among Governor’s Scholarship Recipients
Several Magic and Wood River valley students are among more than 30 students who recently received scholarships from Idaho’s governor.
Twin Falls Woman Sentenced for DUI
A Twin Falls County woman has been sentenced for driving under the influence.