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 to Celebrate Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week
Keep your kids safe when traveling in vehicles. In short, that’s the message of Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, which is coming up next week. And Idaho is celebrating.
Blaine County DMV and License Office to Close for Training
The Department of Motor Vehicles and Drivers Licenses offices will close for a few days next week for training.
Proposals Sought for Upcoming Serve Idaho Conference
Nonprofit and community leaders may submit proposals for the next annual conference of Serve Idaho.
Crash Involves Six Vehicles Wednesday in Nampa
A multi-vehicle crash happened Wednesday morning in Nampa.
Gov. Little and First Lady to Travel to Europe on Diplomatic Mission
Gov. Brad Little and Idaho’s First Lady Teresa Little will be leaving on Saturday for a six-day diplomatic trip to Europe.
Overnight Traffic Pattern Near Heyburn Delayed Until Thursday Morning
Mother Nature caused an overnight detour near Heyburn, which was supposed to happen Wednesday morning, to be postponed until Thursday.
Fish and Game Urges Idahoans to Report Wildlife Crimes
Idaho Fish and Game officials are urging Idahoans to report wildlife crimes if they see them happen or have information about such crimes.
Man Arrested After High Speed Chase with Police
A man was apprehended after leading police on a high-speed chase on Sunday on Interstate 84 in Ada County.
Interstate Projects To Take Place Wednesday in Cassia County
Road crews will be keeping busy this week in Cassia County as two projects will cause detours Wednesday on the interstate.
Heyburn House Catches Fire on Sunday
A home was damaged by fire on Sunday evening in Heyburn.
Idaho WIC to Begin Electronic Benefits System
The Idaho Women, Infants & Children program – otherwise known as WIC – is switching from paper cards to an electronic benefits system, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
California Man Dies While BASE Jumping at Snake River Canyon
A 38-year-old California man who was BASE jumping at the Perrine Bridge plunged to his death on Monday after releasing his chute too late.
Nominations Open for Idaho’s ‘Brightest Star’ Awards
Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized for his or her volunteer service? Someone who contributes to the community in ways that benefit many people?
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Sun Valley Region, Others
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch in several areas of central Idaho, including the Sun Valley region, until 6 p.m. today, according to the Pocatello office.
Emmett Woman Dies in Rollover Crash on Idaho Highway
A 20-year-old Gem County woman died Thursday after rolling the vehicle she was driving on an Idaho highway in Emmett.
Let Your Voice Be Heard About Fish and Game Rules Before Next Legislative Session
If you’re an Idaho outdoorsman- or woman, you know that there’s always something going on with the Great Outdoors.
Northern Idaho Woman Sentenced for Tax Fraud
A northern Idaho woman will spend up to 14 years behind bars for two counts of grand theft and one count of state income tax evasion, according to the Idaho Tax Commission.
Ybarra Preps 2021 Budget Request for Idaho Schools
Every year, as with other organizations and agencies, the Idaho Department of Education prioritizes its budget for upcoming years.
Anglers Be Aware: Changes to Fall Chinook Fishing Rules
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) approved the Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s fall Chinook fishery permit.
Eastland Drive North, Falls Avenue East Reopens in Twin Falls
Eastland Drive North and Falls Avenue East reopened Tuesday afternoon, after construction crews finished the intersection project several weeks ahead of schedule.