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Voters now speaking from the grave!

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

    Thumbnail image for 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

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

          Thumbnail image for 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

            Thumbnail image for 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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              Tomatoless Idaho Falls

              Thumbnail image for Tomatoless Idaho Falls by Guest Writer April 6, 2010

              I went to a local McDonalds yesterday wanting to buy a cheeseburger.  When I received the sandwich I noticed they’d forgotten the tomato, and I kind of like tomatoes on my hamburger, so I went inside to get it exchanged.  I was surprise when they told me they were out of tomatoes?!  I could hardly [...]

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                Legislative update by Rep. Jeff Thompson

                Thumbnail image for Legislative update by Rep. Jeff Thompson by Guest Writer March 23, 2010

                2010 LEGISLATIVE SESSION:  MARCH 19, 2010 The 2010 Legislative Session is beginning to come to a close, and it is being said that it is highly likely that we sine die on March 26th.  I am hopeful that this is the case, however it is important that we get the work done that is necessary [...]

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                  Legalizing Rape In Idaho – Problems On The Horizon

                  Thumbnail image for Legalizing Rape In Idaho – Problems On The Horizon by Guest Writer March 17, 2010

                  (submitted by: lrfox@…) The Post Register printed an article in the newspaper yesterday on the Statutory Rape Bill that is moving through Idaho. The article reads in part as follows: “The Senate unanimously passed legislation that would make the following changes to the state’s felony statutory rape law:  When the male is 18 or older and the female is [...]

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                    Legislative update from Rep. Janice McGeachin (R-32A)

                    Thumbnail image for Legislative update from Rep. Janice McGeachin (R-32A) by Guest Writer February 23, 2010

                    Dear Friends and Neighbors: By passing HJM9, the Idaho House pushed back against growing federal power by asserting state sovereignty.  The House voted to condemn major portions of the Clean Water Restoration Act that is pending before the U.S. Senate, agreeing with Representative Raybould (R-Rexburg) that the legislation pending in Congress would have “drastic” negative [...]

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                      Legislative update from Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-33A)

                      Thumbnail image for Legislative update from Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-33A) by Guest Writer February 23, 2010

                      2010 LEGISLATIVE SESSION:  FEBRUARY 19, 2010 This week the discussions about budget setting and state revenues continue.  Last week the Joint Finance and Appropriations Committee (JFAC) set the final FY2010 and FY2011 budget numbers.  The FY2010 budget number was the final decision made by JFAC when considering the original appropriation, and the holdbacks that had [...]

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                        2010 New Years in Idaho Falls – C’mon Baby Light My campFire

                        by Guest Writer December 31, 2009

                        Happy New Year!!  I just watched the ball drop in NYC. With the help of a visiting relative,  I’m inebriated;  so this may be be the larger-scale form of  “drunk dialing”.  Unfortunately, I know some people from my day job read this site so mentioning my current state is an example of the poor decision [...]

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                          Global Warming ALERT- Your Dog Has A Bigger Carbon Footprint Than Your SUV

                          Thumbnail image for Global Warming ALERT- Your Dog Has A Bigger Carbon Footprint Than Your SUV by Guest Writer December 23, 2009

                          There’s a new report on Global Warming out that’s sure to kick up some controversy. The study found that a single dog has a bigger carbon footprint than an SUV. A news article on the topic is found here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20091220/lf_afp/lifestyleclimatewarminganimalsfood I can hear people complaining now: “The calculation on the carbon footprint for these 3rd [...]

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                            6th grade teacher, Jennifer Matthias, At The Center Of Murder/Suicide Shooting In Idaho Falls Friday Night

                            Thumbnail image for 6th grade teacher, Jennifer Matthias, At The Center Of Murder/Suicide Shooting In Idaho Falls Friday Night by Guest Writer December 21, 2009

                            Jennifer Matthias, a 6th grade school teacher at A.H. Bush Elementary School in Idaho Falls was married to Keith Matthias, at least she was until he died Friday evening. Keith was a math teacher at Idaho Falls High School. According to reports, Jennifer had been having an affair with another man named Jack Purcell. Purcell [...]

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                              Best Christmas Lights In Town

                              Thumbnail image for Best Christmas Lights In Town by Guest Writer December 18, 2009

                              Tis the Christmas Season, and one thing I love to do with my family during Christams time is go out and see the lights. There are some amazing displays put up around town and must put in hours of work putting up their lights. Idaho Falls magazine had an article where a man named Lewis [...]

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                                Playing the lottery…

                                by Guest Writer December 8, 2009

                                There is a pretty obvious reason why buying lottery tickets is a bad idea. You will lose money. The odds are usually just awful. Casino gambling is, in comparison, a comparatively sound investment. And, of course, casino gambling is not a wise thing to do with your savings. You would have to be off the [...]

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                                  Today in History: Pearl Harbor attacked

                                  Thumbnail image for Today in History: Pearl Harbor attacked by Guest Writer December 7, 2009

                                  December 7, 1941 At 7:55 a.m. Hawaii time, a Japanese dive bomber bearing the red symbol of the Rising Sun of Japan on its wings appears out of the clouds above the island of Oahu. A swarm of 360 Japanese warplanes followed, descending on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in a ferocious assault. [...]

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                                    ‘The Blind Side’

                                    Thumbnail image for ‘The Blind Side’ by Guest Writer December 2, 2009

                                    Actress Sandra Bullock says meeting Leigh Anne Tuohy, who she portrays in The Blind Side, showed her there really are some Christians who “walk the walk.” The film, which opened the week before Thanksgiving, presents the true story of the Tuohys — a well-off white family in Tennessee — who welcome a homeless black youth into [...]

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                                      Nampa Charter School Could Be Shut Down For Bible

                                      Thumbnail image for Nampa Charter School Could Be Shut Down For Bible by Guest Writer November 25, 2009

                                      The Napma Classical Academy charter school could see its doors closed because a reading list included the Bible. KIFI TV 8 reported Monday: The charter school’s administrators said earlier this year they would use the Bible as a primary source of teaching material, but not to teach religion. The plan prompted the commission to investigate [...]

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                                        Business Week Ranks Idaho Falls Among The Best Place To Raise Your Kids

                                        Thumbnail image for Business Week Ranks Idaho Falls Among The Best Place To Raise Your Kids by Guest Writer November 24, 2009

                                        Business Week has ranked Idaho Falls number 13 among the best places to raise your kids. Cities were ranked based on school performance, number of schools, household expenditures, crime rates, air quality, job growth, family income, museums, parks, theaters, other amenities, and diversity, with affordability, safety, and school test scores given the greatest weight. http://images.businessweek.com/ss/09/11/1117_best_places_to_raise_kids/13.htm [...]

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                                          Should A Jury Be Allowed To Make Someone An Instant Millionaire?

                                          Thumbnail image for Should A Jury Be Allowed To Make Someone An Instant Millionaire? by Guest Writer November 18, 2009

                                          (submitted by Olie) An Idaho Falls man was just awarded nearly $2 MILLION in a recent lawsuit.  KPVI  reported that Levon Babakhanian was just awarded $1.8 million in a lawsuit involving a traffic accident he was involved in three years ago.  Babkhanian was on a motorcycle in Bonneville County when he ran into a dump [...]

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                                            Idaho Couple Uses New Social Networking Sites To Promote Sale Of House

                                            Thumbnail image for Idaho Couple Uses New Social Networking Sites To Promote Sale Of House by Guest Writer November 17, 2009

                                            In this difficult economy many people are taking selling their home into their own hands. Instead of using the standard “For sale by Owner” sign in the yard, one Idaho couple has turned to the internet to get the word out. By using popular sites like Facebook, Twitter, Craig’s List and building a website dedicated [...]

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                                              ANNOUNCEMENT: A Christmas Stroll 2009 At Snake River Landing

                                              Thumbnail image for ANNOUNCEMENT: A Christmas Stroll 2009 At Snake River Landing by Guest Writer November 17, 2009

                                              (Submitted via email) (IDAHO FALLS) ID – Snake River Landing and Ecliptic Marketing & Consulting are pleased to present the holiday event A Christmas Stroll, which will take place at Snake River Landing on Friday, December 4th from 6 to 9 pm. This FREE traditional holiday event will feature free horse-drawn carriage rides, food, photos [...]

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                                                ANNOUNCEMENT: Weekend Women’s Retreat Brings Nauvoo to Rexburg, Idaho

                                                by Guest Writer November 17, 2009

                                                (submitted via email) The second annual Nauvoo West Women’s Retreat, inspired by the women’s retreat held each March in Nauvoo, Ill., will be held at the new Springhill Suites Marriott in Rexburg, Idaho, on March 25-26, 2010. Proceeds to Help Disabled Stroke Survivors The retreat is sponsored by The Monte Foundation, a non-profit organization whose [...]

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                                                  VOTE “NO” On The New School Bond! INSTEAD, Merge The Two Local School Districts Into One!!!

                                                  Thumbnail image for VOTE “NO” On The New School Bond! INSTEAD, Merge The Two Local School Districts Into One!!! by Guest Writer November 16, 2009

                                                  (Updated: Tuesday, November 17, 2009) Tuesday there will be a vote on a bond for the school district. The cost will be high (to the tune of over $81 Million) for needed funding for the local schools, and there’s no question our schools are short on money. But we’re going about it in the wrong [...]

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