Men's Basketball Game Notes: at Boise State Nov 21, 2008
Pocatello, ID --- Idaho State University is back on the mainland, and now instead of 3,000 miles, they are going 3 hours instead, as the team will be heading to Boise to take on their second consecutive Western Athletic Conference opponent when they battle in-state rival Boise State on Saturday night at 7:05 pm in Taco Bell Arena ... The game will be broadcast on the Bengals Radio Network, flagshipped at 930 AM KSEI in Pocatello and 1230 AM KRXK in Rexburg. (Isubengals.com)
Hoku signs another supply deal Nov 20, 2008
Hoku will use the material to produce polysilicon at its production plant in Pocatello, Idaho. Hoku Materials, a subsidiary of , (Nasdaq: HOKU) said BHS will supply the company with guaranteed amounts of HCI for eight years, beginning in 2009. (Pacific Business News, HI)
• Bruin girls get first victory Nov 20, 2008
It surged through the Twin Falls girls basketball squad, propelling it to the first victory of the season, 54-37 over the Pocatello Indians. The Bruins trailed 14-12 when Mallory Jund's 3-pointer, a steal on Pocatello's inbound and Chelsea Retmier's immediate putback allowed them to eclipse the Indians ... Pocatello called a time out, but another stolen ball and two more buckets, both from Retmier, swelled the lead to 21-14. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Man convicted in Pocatello gem heist Nov 20, 2008
Man convicted in Pocatello gem heist POCATELLO, Idaho - A man who robbed a Pocatello jewelry store last year and made off with nearly $2 million in diamonds and precious gems has pleaded guilty. Prosecutors say Thomas Quest III, 38, was convicted as part of a plea deal in Sixth District Court Tuesday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Palmer's love endures Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Every morning when Paige Palmer dresses to go out, she slips a gold necklace around her neck. She attaches around her left wrist a silver bracelet with 10 miniature hearts dangling from its chains. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Mayor to issue proclamation Nov 20, 2008
Pocatello Mayor Roger Chase will issue a World AIDS Day proclamation at tomorrow night's City Council Meeting scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. The proclamation recognizes the work of the independent World AIDS Campaign to oversee and unite global efforts around World AIDS Day. It recognizes that continued commitments are needed by all governments and policymakers worldwide to combat HIV and AIDS and urges citizens to be informed and educated. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Built to lend a hand Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Pete Petersen is not usually an emotional person. But Petersen, a member of the Building Committee for Gateway Habitat for Humanity, admits taking part in a "Blitz Building" project in Nashville and seeing 10 homes dedicated touched his heart. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Med plan passes evaluation Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- A medical school accrediting authority found no inefficiencies in Idaho State University's current distributive medical education model, which was recently recommended to the State Board of Education for review in January. Following an interim legislative committee's final meeting on medical education last week, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education sent top ISU officials an informal evaluation. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Audubon Society slate trip Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Portneuf Valley Audubon Society will hold a field trip led by Chuck Trost Nov. 22 to see diving ducks on the Snake River below American Falls. The group will leave the parking lot of the Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University at 8 a.m. Participants will carpool to American Falls from there. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Scout scares up turkeys Nov 20, 2008
Idaho State Journal Aaron Christensen, 15, of Pocatello, collected 31 turkeys and 529. 65 that he donated to Pocatellos Idaho Food Bank ... POCATELLO -- For more than eight hours Saturday, 15-year-old Aaron Christensen and his helpers stayed at the parking lot of Ridley's Food and Drug, urging customers to add to their shopping lists a turkey and canned goods for the needy. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
More than on offense Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Defense is no longer Highland's downfall. Now healthy, experienced and confident following a 2007 season in which, defensively, the Rams were plagued by a rash of injuries, Highland has became a well-rounded team. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Airport commission has vacancy Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- The Airport Commission has a vacancy for an immediate appointment for a Power County representative ... The volunteer committee advises the Pocatello City Council on matters related to the airport, including leases and the master plan. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Accident snarls traffic Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- A two car accident at the intersection of Yellowstone Avenue and Flandro Drive slowed traffic Wednesday. Lt. Scott Marchand with the Pocatello police, said the accident, which occurred just before 5 p.m., resulted when one vehicle attempted to make a left turn onto Yellowstone and collided with the front end of the second car. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Transgendered people honored Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Award-winning writer J. Ely Shipley shared his personal experience as a transgendered individual during a free public lecture Wednesday. The event, held at the Pond Student Union Building on the Idaho State University campus, was sponsored by the Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center and the ISU English and philosophy departments. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Ex-inmate asks for $23 million Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- A month-long civil case involving a former inmate at the Pocatello Women's Correctional Center who gave birth on the prison steps as she was being rushed to the hospital was handed to the jury Wednesday afternoon. The suit, which seeks 23 million in damages, alleges that Jamie A. Lysager was willfully and negligently denied proper diagnosis and health care, which culminated in the woman beginning to give birth in prison on Feb. 14, 2004, after being left in a holding room for 10... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Chamber raises funds Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- Proceeds from a Wednesday Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce luncheon will provide more than 5,000 in scholarship money for a program that allows high school students to earn college credits, the Chamber's executive director Matt Hunter estimated. The Chamber's second annual fundraising luncheon for School District 25's dual-enrollment program was hosted at the Red Lion Hotel and featured speakers including Idaho State University President Arthur Vailas and District 25... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Goody anchors Rams' O-line Nov 20, 2008
POCATELLO -- One month, he was an unknown offensive lineman at Highland. The next, he was a Division I football recruit. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
History preserved for Targhee Nov 20, 2008
When that consolidation occurred in 2000, the Targhee Supervisor's Office was moved from St. Anthony and the Caribou's Supervisor's Office was moved from Pocatello to Idaho Falls, where Supervisor Larry Timchak has had his office since he became the 20th Targhee Forest supervisor in 2005. Some things have stayed the same for the past 100 years, but many things have changed. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
The Valley's priciest home sales Nov 19, 2008
Christine King is the CEO of AMI Semiconductor in Pocatello, Idaho. Jack Telefus is a retired IBM engineer. (AZCentral -- Business)
New arrivals Nov 19, 2008
Paternal grandparents are Marilina Nieves of San Antonio, Texas, and Bruce and Melanie Broswick of Pocatello, Idaho. Write a Comment. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
ISU scholars receive awards Nov 19, 2008
Idaho State University also received 3,500 to bring Pulitzer-Prize winning historian and Harvard professor Laurel Thatcher Ulrich to Pocatello for a public lecture during Women's History Month in March 2009. Ulrich won the Pulitzer Prize and a Bancroft Prize for her 1990 book "A Midwife's Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812." Her latest book and the topic of her March lecture is "Well-behaved Women Seldom Make History" (2007). (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Lie to judge proves costly Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- A local man accused of violating the terms of his probation learned the hard way Monday that honesty is the best policy. Logan Underwood, 23, appeared before Sixth District Judge Peter D. McDermott and assured the judge that he was not in violation of his probation by using drugs. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Migrant scam suspect pleads Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- The last of three defendants involved in a scheme to befriend and then rob migrant workers pleaded guilty Monday to conspiracy to commit robbery and possession of methamphetamine ... The women then lured the men to an east side Pocatello location, where Nathan Pufall, 25, appeared with a rifle, robbing the victims of their money. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Show to feature women artists Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- Local women artists combine their talents each year for a pre-Christmas art sale. This year, the sale will be held Dec. 5-7 at the home of Nancy Grecco and Steven Weeg, 442 S. Garfield St. in Pocatello. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Cause of house fire unknown Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- The cause of a fire late Monday has not yet been determined, said Division Chief David Gates ... Engines from Pocatello Fire Stations 1 and 3 responded to the fire, which was quickly extinguished. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Baby fundraising continues Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- Jovani Witmer waited Tuesday for an update on the condition of her newborn, Makennah Hailey Rae Fox ... Makennah's grandmother, Justine Pratt of Pocatello, said that it was a surprise when she learned that her 18-year-old daughter was pregnant ... "I want to thank everyone for their donations." Pratt said an account has also been established at the Pocatello Federal Railroad Credit Union to benefit Makennah and her family. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Suspect admits jewelry heist Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- Thomas Quest III, charged with robbing Imperial Crown Jewelers a year ago, pleaded guilty to robbery Tuesday. Deputy Prosecutor Cleve Colson dismissed two charges of kidnapping and an aggravated battery charge in the case. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Seen behind the scenes Nov 19, 2008
Idaho State Journal Pocatello High School senior Jeff Chandler is the student representative to the School District 25 board of trustees ... POCATELLO -- Becoming a school board representative for Pocatello High School wasn't what senior Jeff Chandler had in mind this year when he ran for student body vice president. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Gasoline drops below $2 Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- The moment Josh Cason had been waiting for came Tuesday morning at Willie's Pit Stop, 1309 N. Arthur Ave.. He rolled into the gas station with less than a quarter tank and topped it off for 28. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
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POCATELLO -- The District 25 school board decided Tuesday to ask voters to increase its 2009 supplemental levy 25 percent to 7. 5 million. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
'Dialogue' features refugees Nov 19, 2008
POCATELLO -- Nov. 20 "Dialogue" will look at refugee resettlement in Idaho. The program airs at 8:30 p.m. on KISU Channel 10. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• ISU dean 'grossly erred' with layoff warning Nov 18, 2008
ISU dean 'grossly erred' with layoff warning POCATELLO, Idaho - The interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Idaho State University says he "grossly erred" when he sent out an e-mail last week to other members of the department saying "layoffs will be inevitable.". "I should never have said that," Scott Hughes told the Idaho State Journal. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Tiny Idaho infant struggles for survival Nov 18, 2008
Tiny Idaho infant struggles for survival POCATELLO, Idaho - An eastern Idaho infant who weighed 1 pound, 4 ounces when she was born late last month is improving and could be taken off a ventilator next week, family members say ... Her parents, James Fox and Jovani Witmer, of Pocatello, are staying with family in American Fork, Utah. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Third migrant robber pleads Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- The last of three defendants involved in a scheme to befriend and then rob migrant workers pleaded guilty Monday to conspiracy to commit robbery and possession of methamphetamine ... The men were then alleged to have been lured to an east side Pocatello location, where Nathan Pufall, 25, appeared with a rifle, robbing the victims of their money. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
A spiritual gateway Nov 18, 2008
Joe Kline/Idaho State Journal Hugh Suenaga is one of a group of people helping to create a Japanese garden outside the Pocatello Regional Airport ... POCATELLO -- The idea of a gateway has long been part of local narrative, the "Gate City" nickname commemorating physical explorations of the past. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
TechHelp 20/20 workshops set Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- TechHelp 20/20 workshops will be held Nov. 18 and 19. The Pocatello workshop will be Nov. 18 from 8 a.m. to noon at 1651 Alvin Ricken Drive; the Idaho Falls workshop will be Nov. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Idaho Innovation Center, 2300 N. Yellowstone Ave.. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
DUI prison term upheld Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- A local man who drove through a Chubbuck Fire Department roadblock in July and nearly struck a firefighter was denied reconsideration of his probation revocation Monday. Robert B. Galloway, 49, had his felony DUI probation revoked in October for the July incident. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Lies land man in jail Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- A local man alleged to have violated the terms of his probation Monday learned the hard way that honesty is the best policy. Logan Underwood, 23, appeared before Sixth District Judge Peter D. McDermott and assured the judge that he was not in violation of his probation by using drugs. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
'A little fighter' Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- While she might be tiny, Makennah Hailey Rae, born on ... Her parents, James Fox and Jovani Witmer, of Pocatello, have remained with her since that time ... Makennah's grandmother, Justine Pratt, also of Pocatello, said the baby's condition is improving. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Restaurateur sees changes Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- Old Town's Chopstick Cafe Chinese restaurant has served the people of Pocatello since 1949 ... Cui Qing Cao and her husband came over from Canton, China, about 14 years ago to help a relative with another Chinese restaurant in Pocatello ... There are about 10 Chinese restaurants in Pocatello. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Christmas art sale planned Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- Each year, for local women artists combine their talents for a pre-Christmas art sale. This year, the sale will be held Dec. 5, 6 and 7 at the home of Nancy Grecco and Steven Weeg, 442 S. Garfield St. in Pocatello. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Monthly AARP meeting set Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- The monthly AARP meeting will be Nov. 19 at the Pocatello Seniors Center, 427 N. Sixth Ave.. Entertainment is at 11 a.m., lunch of roast pork and yams will be at noon and the meeting at 12:45 p.m. Speakers will discuss preparation for and prevention of long-term care. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Shipley to discuss experiences Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- Writer J. Ely Shipley will discuss his personal experiences as a transgendered person Nov. 19, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bear River Room at the Student Union at Idaho State University. The free public lecture s sponsored by the Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center and ISU Department of English and Philosophy, in conjunction with National Transgender Day of Remembrance. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Blum likely to start again Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- Junior quarterback Kyle Blum likely will get his second career start Saturday when the winless Idaho State football team hosts Sacramento State to close out its 2008 season. At his weekly news conference Monday, coach John Zamberlin said he thinks Blum will open the game under center for the Bengals after his performance in a 29-10 loss at No. 5 Montana last week. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
2 hurt in I-15 crash (207) Nov 18, 2008
POCATELLO -- Ambulances transported at least two people to Portneuf Medical Center Friday after two cars crashed on the southbound side of Interstate 15 south of Pocatello at about 6:30 p.m., according to and Idaho State Police dispatcher. Troopers with the Idaho State Police did not return calls asking for further details on the accident. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Free developmental screening Nov 18, 2008
News Story - Idaho State Journal. It is for children ages birth through 2. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Football Game Notes: hosting Sacramento State Nov 18, 2008
Pocatello, ID --- Idaho State University's football team will look to finish the season on a winning note as they host Sacramento State on senior day at 3:05 pm on Saturday, November 22 at Holt Arena ... The game will be available on Big Sky TV, as well as on the Bengals Radio Network, flagshipped by KSEI 930 AM in Pocatello and KRXK 1230 AM in Rexburg. (Isubengals.com)
I.F. men pleaded guilty to setting wildfires Nov 18, 2008
Published: Monday, November 17, 2008 11:22 PM MST POCATELLO -- Two Idaho Falls residents have pleaded guilty to arson in setting a wildfire on public lands in eastern Idaho in 2003 ... They will be sentenced Feb. 9 in federal court in Pocatello. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
E. Idaho horse panel blames economy, slaughter ban Nov 17, 2008
Times-News: Magicvalley. to register or to login to your account. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Buddhists sponsor exhibit Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- Each of us has the power to change the world by first changing ourselves -- that's the philosophy behind Soka Gakkai International, the Buddhist organization, which boasts 110,000 members in the U.S.. During the weekly meeting of the Pocatello Soka Gakkai community Sunday, the group's 20 members hosted "Victory Over Violence," a display composed by SGI youth groups. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Marriage by proxy Nov 17, 2008
Sgt. Joshua Klassen, a native of Pocatello, Idaho and Lori Klassen, a native of Portland, Ore ... His parents, Steve and Barbara Klassen, of Pocatello, stood in for them during a ceremony held in Bozeman, Mont ... Josh and Lori announced their engagement last August while in Pocatello on leave. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Tree permits available Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- The Bureau of Land Management is offering Christmas tree permits at 5 each or 6 at Kwik Stop ... The permits are available at the BLM in Pocatello at 4350 S. Cliffs Drive, Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They are also available at the West Side Ranger District, 195 S. 300 E. Malad, Thursday and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Kwik Stop in Malad, 226 E. 50 S., Monday through Sunday, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., and at the Idaho Falls Visitor Center, 630 W. Broadway, Idaho... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Power outages in Poky Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- About 1,300 Idaho Power customers on Pocatello's eastside were without elecricity Sunday. According to Idaho Power, the cause of the outage, which occurred just after 11 a.m., affected customes from Oak Street to the university neighborhood, was unknown. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Area trails close for season Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- Seasonal trail closings have gone into effect for motorized trails in the Pocatello and Soda Springs areas, the Bureau of Land Management in Pocatello and the Caribou-Targhee National Forest announce ... The Pocatello west bench and Soda Hills are closed to motorized travel Nov. 16 to May 15. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Making quilts stylish Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- Styles have changed since 1986, but one local grandmother found a creative way to turn yesterday's high fashion into today's priceless family keepsake. When Shirley Chandler, former owner of Tuxedos Now in the Pine Ridge Mall, learned that the store's current owner, her son, Don, planned to toss out boxes of outdated cummerbunds, she just couldn't let him. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Man charged with DUI Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- A man involved in a one-car rollover Friday in the 3500 block of Bannock Highway near Johnny Creek Road was charged with driving under the influence. Pocatello police Lt. Jim Peterson said Peter Moser, 24, was not injured in the crash. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Island Exposure Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- The six-and-a-half-hour flight both ways, the bizarre 2 a.m. tip-off time and the tough road environment at Stan Sheriff Center. none of it seems to be worrying the Idaho State men's basketball team. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Digital TV broadcast set Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- Idaho Public TV will air a program Thursday on KISU Channel 10 at 8 p.m. about the switch to digital TV set on Feb. 17. "DTV Answers" will be hosted by Joan Cartan-Hansen. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Officer passing signs up (125) Nov 17, 2008
POCATELLO -- The state has finished posting signs along its interstates and highways alerting motorists of a law passed last year requiring that drivers slow down and move to the far lane when passing police officers and emergency personnel working on the shoulder. Lt. Ismael Gonzales, with Region Five of the Idaho State Police Department, said about nine signs have been posted in the area, including one at milepost 64 near Century High School. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Men's Basketball Game Notes: at Hawai'i Nov 17, 2008
Pocatello, ID --- Idaho State University's men's basketball team is in the Hawaiian Islands, and they will look to end a long road streak as Idaho State takes on Hawaii at 2:07 am Mountain Time as a part of ESPN's "24 Hours of College Basketball", with the game being broadcast live on ESPN.. The Bengals are 1-0 on the season, and they will take on a Hawaii team that is 0-2 this season, and has lost their last nine dating back to last year. (Isubengals.com)
Hometown Hoopster: 10 Minutes With Matt Stucki Nov 17, 2008
Senior guard from Pocatello leads Bengals into a season laden with high expectations ... Before he ever arrived at Idaho State, Pocatello prep sports aficionados watched win two football state championships and a basketball crown at Century High School ... Q: What is it like to be from Pocatello and play for the hometown school. (Isubengals.com)
• Carey strolls to third straight title game Nov 16, 2008
RYAN HOWE/Times-NewsCarey's Antonio Gamino (9) runs the ball against Richfield at Holt Arena in Pocatello Saturday. Carey strolls to third straight title game By Ryan HoweTimes-News writer At the start of the season, the Carey Panthers ran to Queen's Crown near Carey. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Third-quarter barrage vaults Declo into title game Nov 16, 2008
RYAN HOWE/Times-NewsDeclo's Jeremy Jenkins (9) and Will Nunnelee break up a pass intended for Nampa Christian's Michael Siegersma Saturday at Holt Arena in Pocatello. Third-quarter barrage vaults Declo into title game By Ryan HoweTimes-News writer POCATELLO - A fiery halftime locker room speech by the Declo coaching staff inspired the Hornets to a huge second-half turnaround and a 29-16 semifinal victory over Nampa Christian in the Class 2A state playoffs Saturday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• ISU bracing for bigger budget cuts Nov 16, 2008
ISU bracing for bigger budget cuts POCATELLO, Idaho - Idaho State University is among institutions bracing for additional cost-cutting as a slumping economy dents tax revenue that pays for services such as higher education. After Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter in September ordered a 1 percent holdback for virtually all Idaho agencies, the school in Pocatello slashed $744,000 from its fiscal year 2009 budget ... Diane Bilyeu, a Pocatello Democrat and member of the Legislature's budget writing committee,... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Local roundup: Jerome completes weekend sweep Nov 16, 2008
Twin Falls (0-2) hosts Pocatello on Wednesday. Nampa 57,TwinFalls 48. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
