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What would you do in your final moments?

by Neal Larson on September 8, 2010

I’ve always been a sucker for mega-destruction movies. Even badly done ones. 2012. Deep Impact. Armageddon. You know the kind of movie I’m talking about. Humanity is at stake and the President has to wrestle with the moral dilemma of if he should tell the world what’s coming. In some of the movies the cataclysm [...]

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Are we “windmilled” out?

by Neal Larson on August 26, 2010

You probably heard the news. Bonneville County planning and zoning commissioners decided last night not to approve Ridgeline Energy’s latest request to build 75 more wind generators in the hills east of Idaho Falls. Apparently several tie votes kept the discussion going late into the night, but they finally decided against the proposal. Their reasoning [...]

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AREVA, friend or foe?

by Neal Larson August 17, 2010

OK, I have two purposes for posting this. I’ll disclose the most self-serving first. On my radio show today (Tuesday, 8/17) We’ll be talking all about AREVA coming to East Idaho, and in fact will have a live debate between Andrea Shipley of the Snake River Alliance and Sam Shacker, the president of AREVA’s enrichment [...]

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My personal time is MINE.

by Alice August 12, 2010

About a week ago, we were sitting down to dinner and a teenager came to the door. My boyfriend answered the door, listened politely to her long-winded speech, and declined her offer of assorted magazine subscriptions, all this time his dinner getting colder. Last week I was meandering through Walmart, taking my time with my [...]

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Time for the defibrillator…

by Neal Larson August 12, 2010

OK, somebody just mentioned a couple of comments ago in the shoutbox about the projected time of death for this site. Once a rather bustling center for spirited comment and debate, IdahoFallsToday.com has lanquished into something more of an occasionally-visited ghost town. To add another layer of analogy, its pulse is weak and its breath [...]

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What type of pride is acceptable?

by Alice August 2, 2010

I have sold rubber gay-pride bracelets at my store for years, never thought much about it. One day my son asked why we don’t have straight-pride bracelets. Sounded like a legitimate question, so I figured I’d see if there was such a thing. I couldn’t find any, and I was very curious what the reaction [...]

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Voters now speaking from the grave!

by Guest Writer July 15, 2010

Democrats are sweating the upcoming election this year. Voters are angry from all sides. Democrat supporters are don’t think their elected officials in office are doing enough, conservative minded are furious with the rush passing of Obama’s health care bill, and just about everyone is in shock over the rampant spending taking place. And now [...]

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Grand Targhee Resort To Open Downhill Mountain Bike Trails

by Joe Eagle July 7, 2010

Staggered Opening of Lift Service DH MTB Trails to Begin Today Grand Targhee Resort will begin opening partial sections of their lift-serviced downhill mountain bike trails today, and plans to be close to 100% open by the weekend. “The abundance of late season snow and variable weather throughout the spring delayed us a bit this [...]

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Parks & Rec proposes solutions to its budget challenges

by CalderaNews July 7, 2010

ISLAND PARK — Idaho’s Parks and Recreation Department (IDPR) may not be eliminated, state officials said Tuesday, because IDPR’s director, Nancy Merrill, is finding ways to cut the agency’s budget and attract more revenue. It’s a “may” with a capital “M,” however. Jennifer Wernex, IPPR communications manager, said Wednesday (January 20) that nothing is set [...]

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Watch your receipt at Texas Roadhouse Grill

by Nancy July 7, 2010

I took my husband to the Texas Roadhouse grill for his birthday. Excellent meal. Service was decent. When my charge showed up on my credit card is when there was a problem. The meal was 36.00 I tipped the waiter 5.00. Should have been a 41.00 charge. The charge was51.00. I guess the waiter decided [...]

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Body Disposal and Fantastic Service at Home Depot!

by Nikola Tesla July 6, 2010

Last Friday I was having a bad day; and by 19:00 my two roommates were proving without a doubt that they just weren’t pulling their own weight anymore. So I loaded them up in my pickup and proceeded to the nearest hardware store. Since moving to the Southeast part of town this happens to be [...]

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Disappointing turn-out for the “Citizens” 4th of July fireworks.

by racquelm July 6, 2010

After hours of preparation and thousands of dollars spent, only a few hundred people ended up showing up to the small Fourth of July event. Looking around the baseball stadium just before the show where the fireworks show was to take place, it felt like less than half the seats were filled. The show seemed [...]

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Confusing Icons, Lost Meanings

by untwisted July 2, 2010

The mail man delivered a confusing Shopko flier to our home last night. There were 22 people of all ages on the cover, all having a grand old time, all wearing the same red theme t- shirt. The shirts bore an American Flag which was framed and covered by a classic white peace sign. Th [...]

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To Spice or Not To Spice…

by Alice July 2, 2010

Whatever you want to call it; Spice, Black Mamba, JWH-018, or any of the other names attributed to the newest craze, it seems to be a very popular new kid in town. I’m curious what your opinions are on this new phenomenon. I’ve chosen not to sell this in my store for my own personal, [...]

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Glenn Beck Coming to Southeast Idaho This 4th of July – Not everyone is excited – especially not local newspaper commentator Tom Walsh

by lester July 1, 2010

Conservatives love him, liberals despise him, but one thing is for sure – Fox News host and radio news celebrity Glenn Beck can draw a crowd, and he’s coming to Southeast Idaho. Glen will be on location in Driggs this 4th of July. But some people aren’t excited about him being here. Tom Walsh, who [...]

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LIST OF LOCAL EVENTS: Celebrating Our Nation’s Independence in Southeast Idaho

by Guest Writer July 1, 2010

This was just submitted. Joe, Local news 8 just posted on their website a list of the events taking place here in Southeast Idaho here: (http://www.localnews8.com/news/24072017/detail.html ). I thought people might want to know what events were happening by day so they can plan the holiday more efficiently. I’ve added a few that they missed [...]

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Where to find “GOOD” fireworks in Southeast Idaho

by Guest Writer June 30, 2010

Do you want some great personal fireworks? Fun ones? Something other than a sparkler? For years I’ve known of people who’d drive to Wyoming to pick up fire crackers, bottle rockets, roman candles and bring them back here to have a personal, private family event. Well, for those of you who aren’t aware, there’s a [...]

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Mr. Mayor fix our streets…

by Thomas Walsh June 29, 2010

I arrived in Idaho Falls by the end of February of this year. The City of Idaho Falls was still covered in snow of course and the deplorable condition of the city’s infrastructure was also obviously concealed. As the snow melted away it became apparent that the City of Idaho Falls is lacking seriously in the department [...]

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You Can Pick Your Senator…

by Neal Larson June 29, 2010

Prior to the 17th Amendment’s passage, state legislative bodies chose their respective senators. Then, on April 18th, 1913, the amendment was ratified, effectively transferring power from the legislature to the electorate. During the GOP’s convention in Idaho Falls last weekend, delegates voted to support a resolution calling for a 17th Amendment repeal. I have to [...]

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Idaho Falls is Given 2 Fireworks Shows this year – Which one will draw the crowds?

by Guest Writer June 24, 2010

The battle of the fireworks shows is on! For as far back as many can remember whenever the 4th of July has been on a Sunday the fireworks show in Idaho Falls was held on either Saturday or Monday – much to the chagrin of some Idaho Falls residence. This year was no exception. But [...]

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Idaho Falls Passes Pocatello!!!

by Joe Eagle June 24, 2010

According to a news article at localnews8.com, Idaho Falls has offically passed Pocatello in population. This is significant considering Pocatello houses the ISU campus – a major employer in Pocatello, and gives a natural advantage to Pocatello in population. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — Idaho Falls is now the fourth largest city in Idaho passing Pocatello, [...]

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Angie Dodge’s murder still not solved

by CalderaGal June 20, 2010

Mother still seeks closure of her daughter’s murder case. June 13, 2010 will be the 14-year anniversary of Angie Dodge’s murder. By ELIZABETH LADEN All I have ever wanted is the truth and closure. I want to know how my daughter died, who was there, why it happened. — Carol Dodge IDAHO FALLS - A [...]

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MAJOR LOCAL CONTROVERSY: Independence Day Activities – Should They Be Held On Saturday Or Sunday?!!

by Guest Writer June 9, 2010

[Get people talking! Add this link to your Facebook or Twitter!] Independence Day is an important day in our nations history. It symbolizes the birth of our nation and the freedoms we have in this life, and the holiday is fast approaching. This year we approach a dilemma that has been repeated from time to [...]

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The British Petroleum Oil Spill in The Gulf of Mexico

by Guest Writer June 7, 2010

I don’t follow the news closely on a daily basis, so if I’m somewhat familiar with it most everyone else will be too. If you’re not for some reason, go to your favorite news network website and it won’t be difficult to find. There have been billions invested in technology to drill into deeper and [...]

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The Blonde With the Ponytail Scares Me

by My vote counts May 20, 2010

Saturday Janet Trujillo came by my house campaigning. She left me a card with her website on it. Just because you CAN run for an office doesn’t mean you should. I pulled up her site and the home page has her EXPERIENCE on it. She is a high school grad, and is a dental assistant [...]

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