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
Serve Idaho Says $1.1M in Grant Funds Available for Local, State Organizations
Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, a division of the labor department, said interested organizations have until Nov. 8 to submit an application for the grants.
Hagerman Hatchery Grounds to Now Close at Sunset
Vandalism and theft has prompted an earlier gate closure time at a Magic Valley fish hatchery.
Power Line Splicing in Blaine County May Cause Sounds Like Gunfire
If you live in Blaine County and think you might be hearing gunshots, you could be wrong.
UPDATE: Road Reopens After Deadly Crash in Lincoln County
Lanes that were blocked earlier today because of a crash in Lincoln County have since reopened, according to Idaho State Police.
Youth Fall Pheasant Hunt Coming Up in Idaho
Get ready to wear orange -- the color of fall. Err, at least if you're a young person who'd like to go pheasant hunting.
Lane Restrictions on Perrine Bridge Postponed Due to Windy Conditions
Mother Nature caused crews to delay work on the Perrine Bridge, which was originally scheduled to start on Tuesday.
Fire Officials: Stay Away from Croy Canyon Road Near Hailey
Authorities in Blaine County are asking people to stay away from Croy Canyon Road near Hailey due a fire that crews are working to contain this afternoon. They said evacuations may be forthcoming.
Idaho’s Unemployment Rate Remains Steady, Non-farm Job Growth Strong
There’s good news for Idaho’s job market: over-the-year non-farm job growth remains strong.
Repairs Planned for Highway 75 in Blaine County
A state highway will undergo repairs beginning soon in Blaine County.
Authorities Seek Help Locating Missing Rupert Woman and Baby
Authorities in Cassia County are asking for the public’s help locating a missing 20-year-old Rupert woman and her 1-month-old baby.
Get Help Kicking the Tobacco and Nicotine Habit with Upcoming Class
If you’re having trouble kicking the tobacco and nicotine habit, local public health folks may be able to help.
Lane Restrictions Scheduled Starting Tuesday on Perrine Bridge
Motorists using the Perrine Bridge next week and through October may run into some lane restrictions.
Magic Valley Emergency Responders Plan for Ebola Response Workshop
Later this month, emergency responders, among others, will take part in a day-two day workshop to train in the event of a disease outbreak.
First Rabid Cat Detected in Idaho Since 1992
A cat in Owyhee County has tested positive for rabies, public health officials said on Wednesday. It is the first rabid cat detected in Idaho in almost 30 years.
Several Taken to Hospital After Wednesday Morning Crashes on Interstate
Idaho State Police kept busy Wednesday morning as troopers and other emergency responders were called out to a number of crashes on Interstate 84 near Kimberly.
Clif Bar Recognized for Environmental Efforts
Clif Bar, which operates a manufacturing facility in Twin Falls, has been recognized by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality as a 2019 Pollution Prevention Champion.
Fish and Game Commissioners to Meet
Idaho Fish and Game commissioners will meet this Friday to talk about a revision to the 2019 steelhead season.
Idaho Preferred Road Show Comes to Burley
A road show featuring Idaho-grown fresh produce is coming to the Cassia community.
Fish and Game Teaches About Chronic Wasting Disease
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game said a certain disease that effects elk, deer and moose could someday change how those species are managed in the Gem State, potentially affecting hunting seasons.
College of Southern Idaho Hosting Ugly Kernel Fun Run
Are you an ugly kernel? Err, maybe you own one – that is, an ugly kernel of corn?