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2 Vehicle Fatal Crash on I-84

Brad Weiser — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:16:57 +0000

Idaho State Police is currently investigating a 2 vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 84 at milepost 200,near the Jerome/Minidoka County line. At approximately 2:55 pm, a 2000 Dodge Caravan drove off the road from the eastbound side, through the median, and struck a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder traveling on the westbound side. One person is confirmed [...]

The 10 Best Indy 500 Finishes of All-Time

Joe Student — Sat, 25 May 2013 18:00:40 +0000

The Indianapolis 500 is the world's largest single-day sporting event. Approximately 400,000 fans will crowd the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend to watch "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" at the 2.5-mile oval track. While drivers average speeds well in excess of 150 miles per hour, sometimes the race comes down to the final lap. Here are the 10 best Indy 500 finishes of all-time:

Top Five Things to Do on Memorial Day 2013

Terry Morgan — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:44:20 +0000

And while the day began as a day of remembrance, it h

Barbecue Recipes for Memorial Day Weekend — Watch How to Do Them Right

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:00:42 +0000

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill over the holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity, but that doesn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique. We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame:

10 Things You Didn't Know About Memorial Day

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 28 May 2012 11:30:14 +0000

Most of America might look forward to Memorial Day because it gives us a three-day break from our hectic work lives and an excuse to grill great gobs of red meat over an open pit, but it’s intentions are much nobler. The establishment of Memorial Day as a day of remembrance for the men and [...]

10 Hilarious Barbecue 'Fails' for Memorial Day

Kathy Landin — Sun, 27 May 2012 14:46:43 +0000

As Memorial Day opens the gate to summer, we all begin to plan our outdoor activities. Most of us will find a reason to get outside for the long weekend and enjoy food, friends, family and some delicious beverages. And really, it wouldn’t be a summer holiday without some grilling. Having cookouts is one of [...]

Country Artists Who Have Served Their Country

Billy Dukes — Sat, 26 May 2012 15:30:42 +0000

Country music has a long tradition of supporting the troops, with stars like Toby Keith, Kellie Pickler and Darryl Worley taking frequent trips overseas to play for the men and women stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Of course, before the Gulf Wars, country musicians were quick to join the USO to play for troops stationed just about anywhere. While only a minority of Nashville’s best served in the military, more than a few on this list may surprise you.

Memorial Day in Twin Falls – What is Open and What is Closed?

Terry Morgan — Sat, 26 May 2012 15:24:08 +0000

Memorial Day this year is on Monday, May 28th. Looking for something to do, or just want to see what’s going to be open? Check out our list of what’s open on Memorial Day in Twin Falls. Banks: Closed. Post offices: Closed. Libraries: Closed. Liquor stores: Closed. Schools: Closed. Rocket Express Car Wash: Open – [...]

This Week's Best Tweets: Country Stars Start Celebrating Memorial Day Early

Billy Dukes — Sat, 26 May 2012 13:00:46 +0000

As a holiday weekend approaches, it’s clear that a few country stars may have begun celebrating a little early. Joe Nichols has something to celebrate, while a few others — like Jerrod Niemann and Tyler Farr — may just be celebrating life. Of course Blake Shelton is included in this list of the week’s best tweets, but his submission is much more domestic than fans are used to — but still hilarious.

Be Fire Safe On Public Lands

Benito Baeza — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:39:00 +0000

Twin Falls- Fire officials want people to have fun this weekend, but they also want Memorial Day goers to be fire safe. The Bureau of Land Management want people to be cautious as the fire season gets closer. Kyli Gough, with B-

Tim McGraw to Give New Homes to Military Veterans in Need

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:00:13 +0000

Tim McGraw is giving back to wounded warriors and service members by launching the nationwide HomeFront initiative, a goodwill effort that will award 25 deserving families with a mortgage-free home at each of his summer concert stops. “My sister’s a veteran of the first Gulf War. My uncle was a Vietnam veteran and my grandfather [...]

Sawtooth Forest Ready for Holiday Campers

Benito Baeza — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:32:38 +0000

Twin Falls- The Sawtooth National Forest is ready to take visitors for this Memorial Day Weekend. Most of the forests campsites will be open, however, in some places you can expect some road closures due to snowpack. Sawtooth spokesperson Julie T

10 Moving Soldier Homecomings for Memorial Day

Kathy Landin — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:23:59 +0000

The service men and women of our country make huge sacrifices to fight battles on our behalf and keep the freedoms we hold dear. One of those sacrifices is being away from their families and loved ones for long periods of time. The only thing that makes this sacrifice bearable for most is the incredible sweetness of coming home, even if it is only for a short leave.

Are You Planning to Grill for Memorial Day? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:33:01 +0000

Memorial Day is known as the unofficial start of grilling season. So does that mean you will be firing up your barbecue come May 28? According to the 23rd annual Weber GrillWatch Survey, 71 percent of American grill owners will be cooking outside this Memorial Day. That’s up from the 61 percent who said they would [...]

Gas Prices May Hinder Travel In Idaho For Memorial Day [POLL]

Kelly Klaas — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:08:11 +0000

Gas prices may keep Idahoans from heading out Memorial Day weekend. Triple-A of Idaho says consumer apprehension and significantly higher fuel prices may limit travel growth. Triple-A expects 34.8 million Americans will go 50 miles or more during the holiday. They expect that to be a modest increase by only 1.2 percent. That’s about 500,000 [...]

Eight Heartwarming Videos of Soldiers' Surprise Homecomings

95.7 KEZJ — Fri, 27 May 2011 20:32:04 +0000

On Memorial Day, we commemorate all the U.S. soldiers who've died while serving our country. With so many of our servicemen and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it's also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home.

In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and relief of a lifetime when their loved ones return home from duty unannounced. You'll really want to grab a box of tissues before watching.

Memorial Day Closures

95.7 KEZJ — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:57:54 +0000

With this being the Memorial Day weekend there will be some closures. Most city, county, state and federal offices will be closed Monday as will the banks and there will be no mail delivery. The Twin Falls Public Library will also be closed along with the city swimming pool. And trash pickup will be a [...]

8 Great Summer Vacation Movies [VIDEO]

95.7 KEZJ — Thu, 26 May 2011 16:06:14 +0000

While summer doesn’t officially start until June 21, the Memorial Day holiday marks the unofficial beginning to the year’s hottest season.

Summer loses some of its meaning when you’re an adult, since it no longer comes with a multi-month break from the grind that is your regular life.

Nevertheless, we can all still enjoy a good movie about summer vacations, and after the jump are eight of our favorites.

Top Five Things to Do on Memorial Day

95.7 KEZJ — Thu, 26 May 2011 16:02:21 +0000

Memorial Day, formerly called Decoration Day, was first enacted to remember fallen Union and Confederate soldiers in the Civil War. After World War I it was extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars. And while the day began as a day of remembrance, it has grown into a more general expression of memory, reconciliation, and a long weekend marking the beginning of summer devoted to spending time with those we love. Here are our top five things to do in Twin Falls for Memorial Day.

Four Things You Didn't Know You Could Cook on the Grill

Jackie — Thu, 26 May 2011 14:07:40 +0000

But if you want something a little different this Monday, here are four things from iVillage.com that you didn’t know you could cook on the grill. Click through to check out the list! #1.) Lettuce. Before you make a salad, throw a couple heads of romaine lettuce on the grill for a few minutes. It’ll [...]