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
Emergency Crews Respond to Crash Near Declo
Idaho State Police said officers responded Thursday afternoon to a crash reported on Interstate 84 east of Declo.
Fire Authorities Plan Prescribed Forest Burn
It’s not just summer, it is fire season. Thankfully this blaze is a controlled burn, but the smoke may be visible for some time to come.
Another Crash Reported at Dangerous Blaine County Intersection
Blaine County Sheriff Steve Harkins said the intersection has been a trouble spot for a while, with a number of reported crashed at the site.
Idaho Lottery Make It in Guinness World Records
Nearly 500 people scratched cards during the lottery’s 30th Anniversary celebration in an effort to break the previous Guinness World Records title
Geothermal Fire Reported South of Malta
Fire crews responded Tuesday afternoon to a blaze about 13 miles south of Malta.
Idaho’s Statewide Report Card Touts School Achievements
Education officials say a revamped K-12 report card, unveiled by the State Department of Education in December, has been updated.
Ketchum Police Seek Info About Parking Lot Crash
Authorities in Blaine County are seeking information about a hit-and-run crash that happened in a parking lot on Sunday in Ketchum.
Fish and Game Seeks Help with Poaching Case Near Stanley
A reward is being offered for information about a poaching case near Stanley.
Inmate Charged for Damaging Blaine County Sheriff’s Vehicle
A Blaine County inmate who was being taken from a detention center to jail is now facing additional charges after damaging a sheriff’s vehicle.
Overnight Detour Coming Up Again on I-84
An overnight detour is once again planned on Interstate 84. The temporary traffic pattern happens in the early morning hours on Wednesday.
Magic Valley Hatcheries Lead Steelhead Production
The Snake River Canyon, Perrine Bridge, Shoshone Falls – just a few of the things for which the Magic Valley is known. Something else: steelhead.
Two Cases of West Nile Virus Confirmed in Idaho
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare said two cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in the Gem State.
Idaho Ramps Up Efforts to Get Drunk Drivers Off the Roads
A statewide campaign to get drunk drivers off Idaho roads begins on Friday.
Idaho’s Attorney General Warns of Impostor Social Security Scam
Idaho’s attorney general says there have been an increased number of consumer complaints this summer about a social security impostor scam.
Multi-vehicle Crash Injures One on I-84 in Ada County
Police are still investigating a multi-vehicle crash that happened Thursday morning on Interstate 84 in Ada County.
Hagerman High School Receives $25,000 Grant
Hagerman High School has received a $25,000 grant from America’s Farmer Grow Rural Education.
Idaho Fish and Game to Have New Headquarters
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will, within the next few years, have new headquarters.
Lane Restrictions to Take Place Sunday on Perrine Bridge
Drivers who use the Perrine Bridge may encounter delays as lane restrictions will be in place on Sunday, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.
Public Health Officials Issue Advisory for Hells Canyon Reservoir
If you’re planning a trip to Hells Canyon anytime soon, be aware that a health advisory has been issued for the reservoir.
Two Magic Valley Cities Win in ‘Operation Facelift’
A couple of Magic Valley cities have won in a region-wide community revitalization contest.