NEWS
BOMB THREAT – SHOSHONE SCHOOLS
Shoshone schools were evacuated Wednesday morning after a bomb threat note was discovered. Authorities found no device, classes resumed before noon, and the investigation remains ongoing.
LOCKDOWN – MOUNTAIN HOME
A 63-year-old man was arrested near Mountain Home High School after reports of an armed suspect triggered lockdowns. No injuries were reported, though Idaho State Police are also investigating an accidental firearm discharge inside a patrol vehicle.
CRASH & FIRE – RUPERT
A serious two-vehicle crash near Rupert left three people injured, with one vehicle catching fire. Victims were airlifted for treatment, and officials confirmed a dog in one of the vehicles did not survive.
SUN GLARE CRASH – KIMBERLY
A woman was seriously injured southeast of Kimberly after sun glare caused her to miss a turn and crash into a tree. She was airlifted to a local hospital.
TRUCK INTO BUILDING – TWIN FALLS
A pickup slammed into a vacant building at Addison and North 2nd after the driver ran a red light. One person suffered minor injuries, and the driver was cited.
PARK ENFORCEMENT – TWIN FALLS
Twin Falls is cracking down on pet waste in parks, issuing a $50 fine for those who fail to clean up after their dogs. Officials warn it poses real health risks, including E. coli and salmonella exposure.
RURAL HEALTH FUNDING – IDAHO
Lawmakers are moving to oversee nearly $200 million in federal rural health funding, with the House passing a bill to create a legislative committee amid concerns the state could lose the money if it is not used in time.
SNAP BILL – IDAHO
A bill tightening SNAP verification requirements is heading to the Senate. Supporters say it improves oversight, while critics warn it could increase errors and cost the state more.
EVENT CENTER STUDY – TWIN FALLS
A new study projects a Twin Falls event center could generate over $20 million annually, attract 67,000 visitors, and host nearly 200 events each year, though it may come with a small operating shortfall.
DISCIPLINE OVERTURNED – HAGERMAN
A judge has overturned disciplinary action against former Hagerman Superintendent Dr. James Brown, ruling there was not enough evidence of an ethics violation. The case is now closed with no penalties.
MAYOR PASSES – NAMPA
Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam has died following a medical emergency during a town hall. Leaders across the Treasure Valley are remembering his service and leadership.
SPORTS
SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD
Burley fell to Blackfoot 14 to 3, Melba defeated Glenns Ferry 15 to 9, and Gooding remained unbeaten with a 10 to 0 shutout over Wendell.
SOFTBALL SCHEDULE
Blackfoot travels to Jerome for a doubleheader at 3:30 and 5:30, Declo hosts Malad, Wendell heads to West Side, and Filer visits Buhl, with most games starting around 4 o’clock.
BASEBALL SCOREBOARD
Lighthouse Christian swept Jerome JV 9 to 8 and 13 to 6, Buhl dominated Gooding 15 to nothing, and Melba rolled Glenns Ferry 13 to 1 and 19 to 1.
BASEBALL SCHEDULE
Minico faces Caldwell at the Buck’s Bags Classic, Jerome takes on Columbia earlier in the day, Declo hosts Malad, Wendell welcomes Firth, and later Twin Falls plays Post Falls while Burley faces Sugar-Salem in tournament action.
CSI COACH RETIRING
Legendary CSI women’s basketball coach Randy Rogers is retiring after 24 seasons with 589 wins, 13 region titles, and 11 Coach of the Year honors. He announced it after another Region 18 championship, with one final run at nationals ahead.
IDAHO STATE HONOR
Associate Head Coach Joe White has been selected for the Silver Waves Media Power Lunch during Final Four weekend, recognizing top assistant coaches ready for Division I head coaching roles.
IDAHO STATE SOFTBALL
The Bengals return home this weekend to host Oregon State today and tomorrow, then Seattle U Saturday and Sunday. Idaho State enters at 18–12, riding an eight-game win streak.
WATER WARNING – MAGIC VALLEY
Despite warm air temperatures, water remains dangerously cold at around 51 degrees. Officials warn of hypothermia risk and urge life jacket use, avoiding alcohol, and staying aware of low water levels.
WEATHER
Sunny and warm today with a high near 79 and a light breeze developing later this morning. Tonight, mostly clear with a low around 47.
Friday heats up to near 82 under mostly sunny skies, with a mostly clear night and a low around 50.
Saturday cools slightly to 73 with gusty afternoon winds up to 30 miles per hour, followed by a partly cloudy night near 43.
Sunday stays sunny and cooler with a high near 65, then temperatures rebound into the 70s early next week with mostly sunny conditions through Wednesday.
