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Past articles by Laurie:

Propane truck crash causes fire, explosions

“The explosions rocked my house,” Shel Telleria said. → Read More

Roasted in Rupert: Couple shares passion for toasting coffee beans

RUPERT — Roasting coffee beans requires a little bit of science, a touch of art, and a good sense of timing. → Read More

Cassia commissioners hold second hearing on zoning amendments

If the amendment passes, it will kill innovation and technology in the county, Attorney Don Pickett. → Read More

Minidoka County, Rupert and Paul work together on comprehensive plan

“We are really focused on getting good community involvement,” Minidoka County Commissioner Jared Orton said. → Read More

Burley grandmother sentenced for kidnapping

Elizabeth Rose Crofts was charged in November 2021 after police issued an Amber Alert regarding the child. → Read More

Minidoka schools appoint interim superintendent

Rick Parker "is an amazing man and offered to fill the (school superintendent) position,” Minidoka County School Board Chair Bonnie Heins said. → Read More

Minidoka schools superintendent submits resignation

Minidoka County School District Superintendent James Ramsey has submitted his resignation. → Read More

Cassia commissioners void zoning changes made in illegal meeting

BURLEY — During a special meeting, Cassia County commissioners on Tuesday voided an action taken the prior week during a meeting that was later declared illegal. → Read More

Burley officials deny allegations of religious favoritism in sewer deal

A former Burley mayor is accusing the city of violating the Idaho Constitution by entering into a development agreement with the LDS church, which is building a temple there. → Read More

Minico High School student arrested for bringing gun to campus

“No threat was made by the student and he never pulled the gun out, he just told another student he had it in his backpack,” Minidoka County Sheriff Dave Pinther → Read More

Minidoka sheriff responds to threat at Minico High School

Minidoka County Sheriff Dave Pinther could not be reached on Thursday for additional information. → Read More

Heyburn sets P&Z hearing for special use permit proposed Lucky 208 RV Park

HEYBURN — The planning and zoning commission will hold a public hearing for a special use permit on a pond located near Idaho Highway 24 and Interstate 84 at Exit → Read More

Police: Paul man chased neighbors with machete and garden hoe

Matilde J. Centeno-Rojas, 65, is charged with one count of felony aggravated assault. → Read More

Mt. Harrison High School students and teacher headed to journalism convention

HEYBURN — Two Minidoka County students are headed to a national journalism convention this fall. → Read More

Childhood obesity: Parents encourage prevention over cure

TWIN FALLS — Tiffany Scott makes an effort every day to engage her children in activity to keep them fit. → Read More

Police arrest Rupert man for enticing a child over the internet

RUPERT — The police department has arrested a Rupert resident on enticement of a child charges. → Read More

Cassia school board defers decision on trustee moved out of elected zone by redistricting

This situation has been disappointing and frustrating for me,” Mandy Baker said. → Read More

PMT gives vehicle to Cassia County Coroner's Office

“It has 133,000 miles, which is quite low for that vehicle and less miles on it than the one we have,” Cassia County Coroner Craig Rinehart said. “It’s also 10 → Read More

Heyburn police investigating rash of car burglaries

“Most thefts in Heyburn are from unlocked cars,” Heyburn Police Chief Ryan Bertalotto said. → Read More

WATCH NOW: Burley's Mill End Fabrics closes doors

BURLEY — A store that’s been part of the downtown tapestry for the past 36 years is closing its doors. → Read More