East Idaho News

11/08/2025

The Grace Grizzlies earned their spot in the 2A semifinals with a dominant showing against the Prairie Pirates.

POCATELLO — The Grace Grizzlies flexed their muscles Friday night at the ICCU Dome, dominating the Prairie Pirates from start to finish en route to a 40-16 2A quarterfinals victory. The No. 4 Grizzlies (9-1) used their explosive offense and ball-hawking defense to cruise past the No. 5 Pirates (7-...

11/08/2025

Grizz use a big third to top a game Sandpoint squad.

POCATELLO — The Sandpoint Bulldogs seemed happy to stand in the middle of the proverbial ring and trade haymakers with the Skyline Grizzlies. And for 35 minutes, they seemed capable of doing so. The No. 3 Grizz (9-2) led at halftime, but No. 11 Sandpoint (8-3) was within striking distance, down 23...

11/08/2025

Franklin turned 100 years old a few weeks ago!

11/08/2025

William Hulet served in World War II, the Korean War and is the father of seven children.

11/08/2025

Stella's serves up the scoops!

IDAHO FALLS — If you’ve been searching for your next sweet obsession, look no further than Stella’s Ice Cream. Owners James and Mary Peterson opened their shop last month and Stella’s has already become a local favorite thanks to its rich, handcrafted flavors and a tasting experience unlike ...

11/07/2025

Despite the surge in executions this year in the U.S., the number of new death sentences imposed on convicted murderers continues to fall amid concerns about how executions are carried out, and because prosecutors are seeking the punishment less often.

WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — States are moving in sharply different directions on the death penalty, with some looking to broaden when and how executions occur while others try to scale them back or end them entirely. Lawmakers in more than half of the states have introduced over 100 bills this ...

11/07/2025

When Troy was 11 years old, his world changed in an instant.

11/07/2025

Bingham County Sheriff's Office just launched a program inside the jail that’s already changed lives in other states — helping inmates earn GEDs, learn new skills and step out with real hope. Leaders say it could make a huge difference here, too.
Read More: https://www.eastidahonews.com/2025/11/instilling-hope-bingham-county-launches-jail-program-to-ignite-hope-and-help-inmates/

11/07/2025

An investigation is underway.

WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (KSL.com) — Police are investigating the death of a 3-month-old infant at a West Valley City day care on Friday. Officers were called out to an in-home daycare in the area of 2800 S. Saris Circle about 1:30 p.m., West Valley police reported on social media. “The day care o...

11/07/2025

The perfect recipe for a chilly weekend.

Reminiscent of an Irish beef stew, this traditional beef stew recipe makes a hearty comfort food dish that’s overloaded with tender meat and vegetables … and not a tomato in sight. Ingredients 1 cup flour 1/2 cup Dales sauce 1 tablespoon thyme or Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon black pepper 32 ounc...

11/07/2025

Eastern Idaho is about to see major changes in city leadership. Of the 16 mayoral races we followed, most didn’t include an incumbent — and in the ones that did, several sitting mayors were voted out. Now, 13 cities are gearing up for a rare transition as new mayors prepare to step in come January.
Read More: https://www.eastidahonews.com/2025/11/twelve-eastern-idaho-cities-will-see-new-mayors-take-office/

11/07/2025

The IGNITE program helps inmates get certificates and degrees. This lowers recidivism rates. Bingham County has just launched the program, modeling it after what Bonneville County has done since 2023.

BLACKFOOT — Two years after the IGNITE program was introduced to the Gem State at the Bonneville County Jail in Idaho Falls, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office has become the second facility to host the educational program for inmates. IGNITE, Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally Through E...