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Teen Who Died of Cancer Gives the World a Heartbreaking Gift

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 06:10:28 +0000

Zach Sobiech is singing with the angels now. Zach died Monday at the age of 18 after a battle with cancer, but he left behind more than just memories for those who knew him. After learning that he only had a few months to live, Zach decided to write music as a way to say [...]

Jake Owen Rips His Pants Onstage

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:33:13 +0000

Jake Owen is nothing if not creative and able to think on the fly — and with his fly down. The singer ripped his pants while performing onstage in Charleston, S.C. on May 17. It was quite eventful, since he admitted via Twitter that he had gone commando and therefore had to improvise, using his [...]

Steven Spielberg Producing 'Halo' TV Series Exclusive to Xbox One

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:01:59 +0000

With the chaos of 2013 Upfronts behind us and most network series approaching, or airing their season finales, us TV writers assumed the biggest bombs had already been dropped. Xbox One's reveal presentation from Microsoft, revealing that Steven Spielberg will produce a 'Halo' live-action TV series based on the ever-popular games of the same name! Apparently!

What Little Trick Could Help You Get a Lost Wallet Returned?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:00:26 +0000

It costs a lot of money to raise kids, but who knew having them might actually help keep money in your wallet? A new study has found that people who find wallets with baby pictures inside them are more likely to return them than they are wallets without pictures of any cute lil’ buggers. (We [...]

Men Are Doing More Housework and Women Are Doing Less.

Brad Weiser — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:51:43 +0000

Before you call me an all out liar, follow me on this one. In 1965, women averaged about 28 hours of housework per week, and men only averaged four. Today, the average woman does 15, and the average guy does nine. So we’re not saying that men do more housework than women. Only that the [...]

Blake Shelton, Original Judges to Return for Season 5 of 'The Voice'

Christina Vinson — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:49 +0000

Blake Shelton will return to the living rooms of millions for a fifth season of NBC's popular reality singing competition, 'The Voice.' Viewers can rest assured that the comedic country crooner will be sitting back in that big red chair, offering his humor and wisdom to contestant hopefuls come fall.

David Nail, 'Whatever She's Got' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:45:34 +0000

‘Whatever She’s Got’ represents a new sound — and new look — for David Nail. The ‘Let It Rain’ singer previously relied on a strong voice and bittersweet lyrics to work songs up the charts. The new track is pop-friendly and not nearly as deep. Toward the end, ‘Whatever She’s Got’ becomes a little boy-bandish, [...]

Mt. Lion Kills Dog in Boise Neighborhood

Benito Baeza — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:10:44 +0000

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — State wildlife officials are searching for a mountain lion believed to have killed one dog and injured another in a subdivision in southeastern Boise. KTVB-TV reports the Yorkshire terriers were attacked in a fenced yard Tuesday morning. Idaho Fish and Game spokesman Evin Oneale says conservation officers will decide what happens [...]

Vandals Hit Classic Cars in N.Idaho

Benito Baeza — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:05:29 +0000

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho (AP) — Police in northern Idaho say vandals caused about $54,000 in damage by smashing windows in 26 classic cars in a collector’s wooded backyard. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office tells the Coeur d’Alene Press that the owner of the vehicles confronted two young men last week engaged in smashing windows. Donald [...]

If You Could Only Listen to One Album For The Rest of Your Life, What Would it Be?

Brad Weiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:36:01 +0000

Think about this: You have the rest of your life and during that time, you are only allowed to listen to ONE album. That’s it. Just One. There’s a lot to consider. Does it have variety? Do you absolutly love it? It’s funny; if you ask someone this question, they either know right away or [...]

'X-Men: Days of Future Past' Pulls a Fast One By Adding Evan Peters as Quicksilver!

Nick Romano — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:15:00 +0000

Filming on 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' trucks along as director Bryan Singer releases more pics of returning franchise members and announces the latest additions to the cast -- and this latest update might send you running off in a twirl! It's just been announced that 'American Horror Story' star Evan Peters has just been cast in the role of -- wait for it -- Quicksilver. We wonder what Joss Whedon has to say about this...

Farm Bureau in Jerome Wins Morning Show Munchies from Zulu Bagels

Brad Weiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:11:27 +0000

Congratulaitons to Crystal and Kaila at Farm Bureau in Jerome. They won this weeks delivery of fresh Bagels and other treats from Zulu Bagels.

If you want to register your office, just head into the V

Win $100 At The Furniture Room [Instant Win Event]

Terry Morgan — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:11:07 +0000

Get to The Furniture Room in Buhl to grab the code to be entered into this week’s $100 drawing. Shop the Furniture Room in Buhl for Father’s Day! Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th. The Furniture Room on Main Street in Buhl has everything dad wants this year like Big Man chairs for under $400 [...]

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Terry Morgan — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:10:39 +0000

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Top Five Things to Do on Memorial Day 2013

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

Will Brad Weiser Dance on TV? KEZJ on KMVT's Rise and Shine

Brad Weiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:28:56 +0000

KMVT"s Danilee Kosir attempts to get Brad dancing on camera. Does she succeed? Watch the video and find out.

5 Eye-Catching Fountain Ideas for Your Garden‬

Carl Pettit — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:00:40 +0000

Water adds so much to a garden. And while ponds and pools are nice, the trickle and splash of an active fountain breathes fresh air and even a bit of a mystical quality into your garden oasis. When it comes to choosing or building a fountain for your garden, there are many options available to you. Some of these options can be quite complex (if you so desire), but they don’t have to be.

Idaho's Legislative Gun Rights Battle Still On-going

Benito Baeza — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:54:18 +0000

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The 2013 Legislature’s passionate debate over gun rights has been extended beyond the session, with a lawmaker whose bill was killed now complaining that his measure was torpedoed by lobbyists who weren’t properly registered. Republican Rep. Mark Patterson of Boise sponsored a measure to charge Idaho law enforcement officers with a [...]

Idaho Nurse Admits to Taking Patients Pain Patches to Get High

Benito Baeza — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:51:23 +0000

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An east-central Idaho nursing assistant has pleaded guilty to removing pain patches from elderly patients at a nursing home so she could use them herself to get high.

The Post Register reports that 23-year-old Ashley Wornek of Salmon pleaded guilty last week in 7th District Court to five counts of felony possession of a controlled substance

ISU Paying Fine for Improper Handling of Medical Records

Benito Baeza — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:24:04 +0000

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho State University is paying a $400,000 to the federal government to settle allegations it improperly exposed confidential medical records. In August 2011, ISU told the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services of a breach of its unsecured electronic protected health information. An investigation by the federal agency determined the [...]