📰 MONDAY’S TOP STORIES: Wildfire Update, Fatal Crashes, Idaho News & A Huge Weekend of Local Sports!

🌤️ Grab your coffee, keep that umbrella handy, and catch up on what’s happening across the Magic Valley and beyond. From rain helping firefighters battle the Buckhorn 2 Fire to a busy weekend of high school football and Boise State’s big win, here’s your Monday news roundup!

🚒 LOCAL NEWS: Rain Helps Firefighters Gain Ground on Buckhorn 2 Fire

🌧️ Some much-needed rain is helping crews make progress on the Buckhorn 2 Fire, burning southeast of Murtaugh.

The fire has burned an estimated 2,000 acres and is now 50% contained. It started Saturday afternoon near Buckhorn Canyon, about 12 miles southeast of town. Investigators determined the fire was human-caused.

Precipitation slowed fire activity and allowed crews to begin securing the fire’s edge. Firefighters from Oakley, Rock Creek and North Cassia Rural are assisting with the effort.

🏠 House Destroyed in Early-Morning Fire Near Hagerman

A home at 50 Bells Rapids Road was destroyed in an early-morning fire Sunday. Fire crews from Hagerman and Buhl responded around 3:30 a.m. and contained the flames.

Hagerman Fire Chief Tim Peterson confirmed the home was destroyed. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

🚜 Idaho Suspends Dyed Diesel Inspections During Harvest

Governor Brad Little has suspended inspections of dyed diesel fuel for 30 days to help Idaho farmers and ranchers manage rising costs during harvest.

Idaho diesel prices averaged approximately $6.41 per gallon Friday, according to AAA. Dyed diesel is normally reserved for approved off-road uses, including farm equipment, because it is exempt from state and federal motor fuel taxes.

The temporary suspension follows a federal move allowing the fuel to be used on highways while federal penalties are suspended. State officials will review enforcement policies during the pause.

💰 Idaho Revenue Beats Expectations by $90.3 Million

Idaho’s General Fund revenue came in $90.3 million above projections during the first three months of the fiscal year.

Individual income taxes led the gains, with withholding revenue rising 20% compared with the same period last year. However, corporate income taxes and sales taxes fell short of expectations.

Governor Little says the numbers are encouraging but is urging continued spending discipline as state officials monitor revenue trends.

🐑 A Whole Lot of Wool Takes Over Ketchum!

More than 1,000 sheep marched through downtown Ketchum Sunday for the 30th annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival!

Thousands of residents and visitors lined Main Street to celebrate the region’s sheep industry and its 150-year history. The festivities featured historic sheep wagons, traditional dances from Polish Highlander, Basque and Peruvian performers, sheepdog competitions and vendors.

It’s a unique Idaho tradition that brings together agriculture, culture and a whole lot of sheep! 🐏

🚨 STATE NEWS: Fatal Crashes and a Boise State Police Investigation

💔 Two Young People Killed in Snake River Crash

Two people died Saturday morning after a pickup truck overturned into the Snake River near Menan.

Idaho State Police say the southbound Ford F-350 left Twin Butte Road, struck an embankment and overturned into the river near the Menan Bridge. The driver, an 18-year-old from Rigby, and a juvenile passenger from Idaho Falls died at the scene.

🔥 Juvenile Dies After Pickup Catches Fire Near Ashton

A juvenile died Friday evening after a pickup towing a livestock trailer overheated and caught fire on Highway 20 near the top of Ashton Hill.

The driver, a 26-year-old man from Thayne, Wyoming, was flown to a hospital. A 23-year-old woman from Rexburg was transported by ambulance. Both directions of the highway were blocked for approximately three hours.

The investigation is ongoing.

🚗 Smelterville Woman Dies Following I-90 Collision

An 85-year-old woman from Smelterville, Idaho, died Thursday from injuries sustained in a crash Monday on westbound Interstate 90 near Cataldo.

Investigators say a pickup struck her Toyota Corolla. She was flown to a hospital, while the pickup driver was treated at the scene for minor injuries. The interstate was blocked for nearly three hours.

🚔 Boise Police Investigate Reported Assault at Boise State

Boise Police are investigating a reported rape inside a residence at Boise State University late Friday night.

Officers responded around 11:40 p.m. and searched the area but did not locate the suspect. Police describe him as a white man in his 30s with long blonde hair and tattoos on his arms.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact Boise Police at 208-343-COPS.

🗳️ Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Donates $1 Million to Oppose Proposition 1

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated $1 million to the political action committee opposing Idaho’s abortion rights initiative, Proposition 1, which is on the November 3 ballot.

The proposal would repeal Idaho’s abortion laws, establish reproductive health rights and provide liability protections for healthcare providers.

Faith groups are taking different positions on the measure. Catholic organizations have also contributed to the opposition, while the Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and Interfaith Justice Idaho support Proposition 1.

🏈 LOCAL SPORTS: Minico and Jerome Combine for 134 Points!

Friday night brought some incredible offensive numbers to Southern Idaho high school football! 🏈

🔥 Minico 83, Jerome 51

Minico came away with an 83-51 victory over Jerome in a game featuring a whopping 134 combined points and 1,164 yards of offense.

Even in the loss, Jerome quarterback Ben Landrian had a monster performance, throwing for 566 yards and six touchdowns. Taiten Van Tassell caught 10 passes for 170 yards, while Brazen Wells added 158 receiving yards and Kyson Galvan had 112. Each receiver caught a touchdown.

Other area football results included:

• Twin Falls defeated Burley, 38-18.
• Canyon Ridge edged Mountain Home, 33-27, in overtime.
• Kimberly shut out Wood River, 26-0.
• Gooding beat Filer, 60-28.
• Declo blanked Wendell, 42-0.
• Hagerman rolled past Glenns Ferry, 79-8.
• Raft River stayed unbeaten with a 34-28 win over Butte County.
• Oakley shut out Murtaugh, 52-0.
• Richfield beat Lighthouse Christian, 76-18.
• Valley defeated Shoshone, 58-46.
• Hansen beat Dietrich, 50-6.
• Council handed Carey its first loss of the season, 18-16.

⚽ Buhl Soccer Advances After Four-Goal Performance

Ruben Cervantes scored all four goals for Buhl in an overtime victory over Bliss, sending the Indians into the boys district soccer semifinals against Wendell.

Filer advanced with a 4-1 win over Gooding and will face Sun Valley Community School.

Jerome edged Burley, 1-0, ending the Bobcats’ season, while Canyon Ridge rolled past Rigby, 6-1.

In girls district action, Declo shut out Buhl, 4-0; Wendell beat Filer, 3-1; and Jerome edged Canyon Ridge, 4-3.

🏐 Monday Night Volleyball Schedule

Four area matchups are scheduled for tonight, all beginning at 7 p.m.:

• Carey hosts Dietrich.
• Castleford travels to Hansen.
• Lighthouse Christian visits Richfield.
• Buhl heads to Gooding.

Good luck to all the teams taking the court! 🏐

🦅 COLLEGE SPORTS: CSI Takes Down Another Ranked Opponent!

⚽ CSI Women Beat Eighth-Ranked Salt Lake

The College of Southern Idaho Golden Eagle women’s soccer team picked up another impressive win Saturday, defeating eighth-ranked Salt Lake, 1-0, in Jerome.

Annie Layton scored the winning goal in the 70th minute, and goalkeeper Avery Charlesworth made three saves for her second consecutive shutout.

CSI has now won three straight games and is chasing the program’s first playoff berth.

The CSI men weren’t as fortunate, falling to third-ranked Salt Lake, 4-1, despite scoring in the third minute.

🏐 CSI Volleyball Wins Again Against Snow College

The 11th-ranked CSI volleyball team defeated 14th-ranked Snow College for the second straight day, completing a strong weekend against the Badgers.

Vivian Goto delivered a career-high 25 kills and added 14 digs. Emerson Heatwole contributed 24 digs, while Dalayni Brindley recorded 28 assists.

The Golden Eagles improved to 5-1 in Scenic West play and will head to Salt Lake for another two-match series beginning Friday.

🏃 CSI Cross Country Teams Shine at Home

The Golden Eagle women finished second and the men placed third at the Dr. Thad Scholes Classic at Canyon Springs Golf Course in Twin Falls.

The nationally second-ranked women placed five runners in the top 11, led by Indianna Lundell, who finished fifth in the 5K with a time of 18:59.

On the men’s side, Grayden DeVries led CSI with a ninth-place finish in the 7K.

🐴 BOISE STATE: The Milk Can Is Back in Boise!

Boise State football fans have something to celebrate! 🏈 The Broncos beat Fresno State, 38-31, Saturday night to reclaim the Milk Can and snap a three-game losing streak against the Bulldogs.

Dylan Riley powered the offense with 150 rushing yards, including a 73-yard touchdown run. He also caught a 44-yard touchdown pass. Sire Gaines added 120 rushing yards and another score.

Quarterback Maddux Madsen threw for 238 yards and two touchdowns without an interception.

Boise State finished with 512 yards of offense and improved to 5-1 overall and 2-0 in conference play. The Broncos remain No. 23 in the AP poll and entered the coaches poll at No. 24.

🏀 Boise State Beats Idaho in Exhibition Basketball

The Broncos also defeated Idaho, 82-72, in an exhibition matchup Friday night.

Julian Bowie led Boise State with 21 points, while Dovydas Butka contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds in his Bronco debut. Idaho’s Kristian Gonzalez led all scorers with 24 points.

The Vandals rallied to cut a 12-point deficit to just one point late in the game, but Boise State finished strong to secure the win.

🌦️ MONDAY WEATHER: Bring the Jacket and Umbrella!

Southern Idaho is in for a chilly, showery start to the week.

🌧️ Monday: Showers are likely, with a high near 47 degrees and an overnight low around 37.

🌦️ Tuesday: A chance of morning showers before skies gradually clear. Expect a high near 52, with gusts reaching 23 mph. Frost is possible overnight as temperatures fall to around 32.

☀️ Wednesday: Widespread morning frost gives way to sunshine, with a high near 58.

🌤️ Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 63. Patchy fog and frost are possible early.

🌞 Friday through Sunday: The forecast calls for a beautiful warmup, with sunny skies and highs climbing from around 69 Friday to 72 over the weekend.

The good news? After a wet, chilly start, Southern Idaho is looking at a sunny and much warmer weekend!

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