How to spot the Great Gray Owl
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
Local wildlife aficionado gives a glimpse into Camas National Wildlife Refuge
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
Rexburg man overcomes obstacles, lives life to the fullest
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
Professor, husband, and father charts independent course through national politics
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
Kurt Bestor’s ‘Return to the Magic’ gave us the feels and the funds
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
Pickleball: A sport for anyone, anytime
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
Former Idaho Martial Arts students take the reigns, open school
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
Market Lake provides a nice stop for birds and opportunity for sportsmen
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
An East Idaho Wonderland: Winter Recreation in Southeast Idaho
Top photo: Labelle Lake Ice Palace By Beau Davis REXBURG—Rexburg and its surrounding communities may be bereft of major snow and ice for now, but there may soon come a... Read More
Madison Library offers $100 prize for essay writers
UPDATE: The Library has extended the deadline and you now have until Dec. 17 to enter the essay contest. By Megan McCain REXBURG—To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Madison... Read More
Christmas bird count
By Dallin Saurey REXBURG—Hunters in the 19th century would gather on opposite sides of their fields and count how many birds they could shoot in a day. Conservationists noticed that... Read More
Christmas In Tizapan
By Ron Weekes REXBURG—Growing up in my hometown of Stockton, California, our family had traditions around the Christmas holiday. My Dad always made sure that we had colorful lights placed around... Read More
I left my heart in Cambodia
Rexburg family returns from living abroad By Amy Erikson REXBURG—When you think of Idaho what do you see? Mountains, wildlife, beautiful lakes and rivers, and… potatoes. Idaho is known for... Read More
Rexburg Nature Park provides recreation for all ages and interests
Top photo: The Rexburg Nature Park in the fall, by Kaatia Larsen. By Dallin Saurey REXBURG—Rexburg’s Nature Park was created to allow joggers and cyclists some backwoods scenery. It also... Read More
Local women start humanitarian organization to aid community
By Megan McCain REXBURG—Human for Human, a new humanitarian organization local to Rexburg, is running a thrifting event to raise funds on Saturday, December 4. There will be clothes and... Read More
Locals protest healthcare vaccination mandate
By David Goerg REXBURG—Around 100 local citizens assembled in downtown Rexburg on Saturday morning, lining the sides of the intersection at Second East and Main Street. Their purpose was to voice... Read More
Millhollow: Welcome Home
By Amy Erikson REXBURG—There is just something special about a sandwich. Maybe it’s because every time I eat them I am reminded of all of those mother/daughter dates to the... Read More
Man’s best friend
By Dallin Saurey Charlie the Yellow lab came into our lives at a crazy time. He was found practically starved to death in an area north of St. Anthony. He... Read More
City official: New Rexburg Temple and higher census numbers will bring development
By Emily Miller REXBURG—Rumors are swirling about what is in store for the announced site of a new temple in Rexburg for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. ... Read More
Making the most of a Rexburg winter
By Megan McCain REXBURG– As winter quickly approaches, it’s time to prepare for bitter cold, and dark. As the warm colors of autumn give way to the sparkling white of... Read More
