BLM Schedules Public Meeting on Proposed Idaho Wind Farm
The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 25th.
Bureau of Land Management
Jerome County Commissioners Tell the Wind Farm to Blow Away
The wind projects are a bit like playing whack-a-mole.
Mustang Challenge Show in Nampa (July 1-2)
Adult and youth wild horse trainers will show off their skills this weekend in Nampa
Public Meeting on Lava Ridge Wind Project Set for July 7
A public meeting will be held in early July on a proposed large scale wind project in the Magic Valley.
BLM Advisory Council, Public to Tour Proposed Magic Valley Wind Farm
A field tour is planned for mid-June of the proposed Lava Ridge Wind Energy project east of Shoshone
Seasonal South Hills Road Closures Extended to End of March
Seasonal road closures for parts of the South Hills will remain in effect until the end of March to protect trails and roads.
Reward Offered for Information on Wild Horses Shot Near Challis
A cash reward is being offered for information regarding the shooting of two wild horses in the Challis area late last year
Seasonal South Hills Road Closures Begin Jan. 16
Five roads at the base of the South Hills will close for several months during the winter to protect wintering deer and habitat for sage-grouse.
Last Day to Comment on Proposed Lava Ridge Wind Farm Oct. 20
The final day to comment on a proposed 400 wind turbine project in the Magic Valley is October 20, Wednesday
Oct. 20 Last Day to Comment on Lava Ridge Wind Project
Another public open house will present information on the proposed Lava Ridge Wind project in the Magic Valley while the federal government has extended the time for the public to comment on the proposal
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in South Central Idaho to End Sept 1
The public will once again be able to enjoy campfires in non-designated areas as Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will end on many federal and state public lands in south central Idaho.
Comments Needed on Proposed 400 Wind Turbine Project in Magic Valley
The public can now comment on a proposed 1,000 megawatt wind energy project for the desert area east of Shoshone.
Fire Burning Northeast of Rogerson
Fire crews have been working to secure a fire line on a blaze burning northeast of Rogerson since Tuesday morning
Crews Fighting Fire Near Existing Blaze West of Twin Falls
Firefighters are working on fire lines on a fire that started at around midnight Thursday just several miles from an existing fire about 50 miles west of Twin Falls.
Crews Working on Lightning Caused Fire West of Twin Falls
Fire crews are working to contain a lightning caused fire about 50 miles west of Twin Falls
Idaho’s Jim Risch Fails to Derail Nomination of Tree Hugger
The full Senate is likely to approve.
Lightening Sparks Fire South of Oakley
Crews are building containment lines around a fire south of Oakley sparked by a thunderstorm this afternoon.
Fire Burning Southwest of Pocatello
Fire crews are responding to a wildfire just southwest of Pocatello near a rural community.
Fire Restrictions Expanded in South Idaho, Campfires Banned in North Idaho Parks
Campfires and propane-fueled devices have been banned at north Idaho State Parks while other federal agencies have expanded fire restrictions in southern Idaho as fire conditions worsen.
Burley Man Gets House Arrest and Must Pay Nearly $80k for Starting Fires on Federal Land
A Burley man is facing thousands of dollars in restitution for setting five fires on Bureau of Land Management Land