Posts filed under: Feature Stories

Local author to share his story of finding belonging as an openly gay Latter-day Saint

Originally published at EastIdahoNews.com By Emily Miller REXBURG — Preston Jenkins knows what it’s like to feel like an outsider as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of... Read More

Rexburg Family Crisis Center to unveil new augmented reality mural at Friday open house

Originally published at EastIdahoNews.com REXBURG — The Family Crisis Center in Rexburg helps victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. Each year, the center holds an art gallery called... Read More

Rexburg high schoolers’ singing ensemble to perform at Art Stroll and Madison High School

By Emily Miller REXBURG — Jenny Crawford of Rexburg had a few options in front of her when she wasn’t chosen for Madison High School’s small a cappella ensemble, Vocal... Read More

Rexburg artist creates women’s guild to build art community in east Idaho

By Emily Miller REXBURG—Rexburg artist Liese Schöner Worthen is a creator. She doesn’t stay within one specific medium, choosing instead to create art across the spectrums of style, media type,... Read More

Unlikely artist wins mural contest, paints local landmarks in downtown Rexburg

By Emily Miller Originally published at EastIdahoNews.com REXBURG — Twyla Mahelona never saw herself as an artist. Growing up, she was much more interested in more practical pursuits, and planned... Read More

Madison High School honors veterans with special program

By Emily Miller REXBURG — There’s something special about Veterans Day. It’s a time to honor those in our communities who put their own lives on the line to serve... Read More

‘I Be A Witch’ — Free screening of Rexburg woman’s short film Saturday

REXBURG — Last October, EastIdahoNews.com brought you the story of Lori Prescott Hansen’s one-woman show, “I Be A Witch.” It is based on the true story of Hansen’s 11th great-grandmother, Ann Foster,... Read More

Mr. Shirley retires after 35 years with MSD321

By Emily Miller REXBURG — There’s a common theme when people talk about Scott Shirley, who recently retired as principal of Lincoln Elementary School in Rexburg after 35 years with... Read More

Rexburg event welcomes students, benefits local family

By Emily Miller REXBURG — The Rexburg and Sugar City communities will come together Saturday, Sept. 17, to “Run for a Reason,” and raise money for a local family who... Read More

How bats help the Idaho ecosystem

By Dallin Saurey Did you know that bats are very important to the ecosystem? They save the agricultural industry in the state of Idaho about $23 million a year, and... Read More
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