By David Goerg REXBURG, Idaho—Darnell Shipp of Egin has announced his Idaho State Senate candidacy for District 31. He will be running against the incumbent for that seat, Sen. Van Burtenshaw,... Read More

By MaKayla Wheeler REXBURG, Idaho—Looking for something fun to do, but don’t want to be outside? This upcoming event is perfect for a girl’s day or just a reason to... Read More

By Dallin Saurey REXBURG, Idaho—Everybody likes Texas Slough, from bird watchers to fishermen and hunters. There are even a bunch of people who live right by the Texas slough who... Read More

By David Goerg REXBURG, Idaho—Rexburg Commons spoke with Idaho State Senator Doug Ricks, who represents District 34, about the upcoming legislative session for 2022. Jan. 24 marks the beginning of the... Read More

“There is no age limit for a kid in a candy store” By MaKayla Wheeler REXBURG, Idaho—The sweetest place in Rexburg is owned by the sweetest people, Mike and Patti... Read More

By David Goerg REXBURG, Idaho—The Legislative session for the State of Idaho began on January 10. Last year, the session lasted for 95 days until a recess was called. It... Read More

By Emily Miller REXBURG—“No excuses.”  It’s the motto Rexburg brothers Titan and Easton Sweeten live by in their personal lives and now in their business ventures.  The Sweetens are the... Read More

Centennial Essay Contest Winners Announced  Congratulations to our winners!​Adult Category:First Prize–Caitlin BallentineSecond Prize–Heidi PyperThird Prize–Jerrica Klingler Teen Category:First Prize–Nate TonksSecond Prize–Emma FisherThird Prize–Teagan Stanger Children’s Category Special MentionMrs. Jenny Bates’s... Read More

PRESS RELEASE The Madison County Republican Women (MCRW) would like to remind you of our next event : Saturday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Madison Junior... Read More

By David Goerg IDAHO FALLS—Dennis Marsden will host a free educational presentation on the relationship between the Idaho Bill of Rights and the United States Constitution on Saturday, January 22... Read More

Top photo: Rexburg Mayor Jerry Merrill takes the Polar Plunge By Dallin Saurey REXBURG—I appreciate activities designed to get the community involved. I have never been to the Winter Fest.... Read More

By Emily Miller REXBURG—Every semester, students from all over the world converge on Rexburg. Some of those international students arrive with very few possessions, which means many are unprepared for... Read More

By Dallin Saurey REXBURG—You will be able to identify the Great Gray Owl by its grey suit, a black bowtie in a white collar around its neck, and a surprised... Read More

By Dallin Saurey HAMER—During the late 1800’s, a large portion of the Camas National Wildlife Refuge was used for livestock and was known as Idaho Livestock and Lands, Inc. The... Read More

By Dallin Saurey REXBURG—Outdoor recreation should be available to people from all walks of life and every age. I feel privileged to know and write about 38-year-old Parker Dunn of... Read More

By David Goerg A NEW BREED “Mama said don’t give up, it’s a little complicated / All tied up, no more love and I’d hate to see you waiting.” “That’s... Read More

Photo courtesy of KurtBestor.com By Emily Miller REXBURG—I’ve been thinking over the last few days about what could be said about last weekend’s Kurt Bestor concert, “Return to Magic,” which featured... Read More

Photo courtesy of Marcel Wener. By Emily Miller REXBURG—Warmer than average temperatures kept pickleballers out on the courts all the way into December this year. But as the weather has... Read More

By Emily White REXBURG—Taekwondo master Tim Laderman is no stranger to the martial arts, having taught for almost 20 years here in Rexburg at Idaho Martial Arts Academy. Before moving... Read More

By Dallin Saurey Photos courtesy of Idaho Fish & Game REXBURG—Maybe I should not tell any one about this place because I want to preserve the peace and quiet there.... Read More