Blackfoot man sentenced Oct 23, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A Blackfoot man was sentenced to 28 years in prison Monday for charges stemming from an April stabbing. According to court records, Ellis Russell Skinner, 61, was sentenced to six years fixed and five years indeterminate for aggravated assault, seven years fixed with 12 years indeterminate for aggravated battery, 10 years fixed for being a persistent violator and five years fixed for using a weapon in the commission of a felony. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Sexton on probation Oct 23, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A sexton at Grove City Cemetery was placed on 90 days probation and the city's Public Works Director resigned in Blackfoot earlier this week ... The longest-seated councilman on the Blackfoot City Council, Cammack said he was surprised when problems surfaced at the cemetery ... In addition to the action taken against the sexton, city officials are looking to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Blackfoot Public Works Director Ron Harwell. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Driver in chase Tasered Oct 22, 2009
POCATELLO -- The Blackfoot woman who led law enforcement through two counties on a low-speed car chase Tuesday afternoon has been transferred to the Portneuf Medical Center's behavioral unit for observation. Leatha Greeson, 61, was initially stopped for speeding in Oneida County approximately 8 miles from the Utah border by an Idaho State Police trooper but inexplicably drove off, beginning the 65-mile chase, during which Greeson's vehicle did not exceed posted speed limits. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
H1N1 flu cases top 100 locally Oct 21, 2009
A rosary in his honor was performed Tuesday at Hawker Hill Funeral Home in Blackfoot. Leavitt said the rest of his crew is planning on being vaccinated this week. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Pursuit ends with arrest Oct 21, 2009
POCATELLO -- A Blackfoot woman was arrested near the Pocatello Creek Road exit on Interstate 15 Tuesday afternoon after she allegedly led police on a pursuit that began in Oneida County. Leatha Greeson, 61, was booked in the Bannock County Jail and faces charges of eluding and resisting and obstructing police officers, all misdemeanors. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Athlete excels in classroom Oct 21, 2009
In the game against Blackfoot, he lined up for every single play. Off the field, Rhys has managed a current class rank of No. 6 and is applying for engineering school at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with several other top universities. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Dinner, auction helps couple Oct 21, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A benefit dinner and auction for Jonathon and Lacey Lambert and their unborn daughter, Cambrie Lynn, is set for Saturday at 6:30 p.m., at Blackfoot Elks Lodge, corner of South Pacific Avenue and Ash Street. The event is open to the public and includes a roast pig dinner with all the trimmings for 10, a live auction and raffles. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
County puts bounty on gophers Oct 21, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- In an effort to stop damage to local canal systems, Bingham County is now paying a bounty on gophers. Tails from the animals can be redeemed for 1 each. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Halloween makeup workshop Oct 17, 2009
In honor of all those enlisted in the military, veterans, law enforcement and fire department personnel, the Blackfoot Elks Lodge will host a free pancake breakfast Saturday from 8-11 a.m. The public is also welcome to attend with a 6 donation taken at the door ... There will be a pancake breakfast Saturday from 8-11 a.m. at the Blackfoot Elks Lodge. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Business Award winners named Oct 17, 2009
About 250 people attended an awards breakfast at the Red Lion Hotel for the event, sponsored by the Idaho State Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. of Idaho, the Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce and the Blackfoot Chamber of Commerce ... Sayer, president and chief executive officer of Premier Technology in Blackfoot, has added 50 new employees to his business this year in the midst of the recession ... As a community service, Preece shuts down his operations three days each year to... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Bingham wind farms ordinance Oct 17, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Bingham County Commission Chairman Cleone Jolley said a public hearing held at Shelley City Hall Thursday was aimed at disseminating information and collecting public input related to a proposed new ordinance regulating siting of wind turbines ... Jolley said NGLP withdrew its request for a judicial review of a smaller project northwest of Blackfoot, clearing the way for Utah-based Western Energy to build 60 wind turbines. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Commenting on City Creek plan Oct 17, 2009
Blackfoot River watershed. Simplot and others have poisoned this drainage with selenium and heavy metals killing livestock, native cutthroat trout, and wildlife, YET THEY CONTINUE TO EXPAND IT.. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Officials mull ambulance deal Oct 15, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- City and county officials are currently working to update the Blackfoot ambulance contract ... Blackfoot Fire Chief Kevin Gray said 65 percent of the ambulance district's annual budget is allocated to the city of Blackfoot. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Biz awards to be presented Oct 15, 2009
Representatives from the Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. of Idaho, and the Pocatello and Blackfoot chambers of commerce reviewed the nominations and selected winners. The applications were judged based on criteria such as business growth, innovation, response to adversity, customer service and staff development. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Friday footbal scores: Cougars slam Bear Lake Oct 15, 2009
Other scores: Hillcrest 53, Bonneville 22; Blackfoot 42, Idaho Falls 13; Marsh Valley 55, Teton 6; Shelley 44, Snake River 21; Ririe 43, Grace 6. MATT EICHNER. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Hospital imposes new rules Oct 15, 2009
Blackfoot -- Bingham Memorial Hospital and Idaho Doctors Hospital in Blackfoot announced new visitation restrictions Wednesday, according to a press release. The restrictions are effective as of today and provide additional protection to patients from the spread of seasonal flu and H1N1 virus. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Zoning ordinance on agenda Oct 15, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Today could be the final opportunity for Bingham County residents to voice their opinion about the county's proposed zoning ordinance revision, an official said Wednesday. Melodie Halstead, Bingham County zoning administrator, said the county's modification of its zoning ordinance has been a work in progress since 2006 and is in its 12th incarnation. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Transmission line meeting set Oct 14, 2009
A hearing was also held Tuesday in Blackfoot. The 400-mile-long transmission line will start in Townsend, Mont. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Taking his best shot Oct 12, 2009
"I do have a couple of large commercial accounts in Pocatello and Blackfoot," he said. "But to a certain degree, I really am starting over.". (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Country poets, band set Oct 12, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A Night on the Snake River Plains will feature four regional cowboy poets and a country band at the Blackfoot Performing Arts Center on Friday, Oct. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Helping to promote the cowboy way of life, cowboy poets Bob Schild, Vern Woodbury, Wayne Nelson, and Ellie Corrigan will present some of their most loved cowboy poetry and stories ... They are available at Tweedy's Music in Blackfoot or by calling the BPAC at 317-5508 ... Blackfoot resident, Bob Schild, promises to be a... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
The RUSH results (8) Oct 11, 2009
21 Damon ARMSTRONG BLACKFOOT ID Inter M 35-39 2:40:47. 22 Bradly NELSON BLACKFOOT ID Inter M 35-39 2:42:06 ... 35 Josh SORENSEN BLACKFOOT ID Inter M 30-34 2:55:34. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
State plane used for lobbying Oct 11, 2009
That day, Little and the others toured Simplot's Smoky Canyon Mine expansion, Monsanto's proposed Blackfoot Bridge Mine and an Agrium site ... "Taxpayer property was used for lobbying purposes by the Idaho Mining Association. Shouldn't there have been a seat on that plane for somebody to show lawmakers what the Mining Association doesn't want them to see: The continued poisoning of waters and lands in the area by phosphate mining." A century of phosphate mining has polluted the Blackfoot River,... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Cancer survivors event Oct 9, 2009
Oktoberfest will be Oct. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Bernard's Church Hall, 584 W. Sexton in Blackfoot. Come enjoy a German dinner. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Woman lands dream job Oct 8, 2009
Born in Blackfoot, Carpenter moved to the Gate City when she was just 7 years old. A 2003 Century High School graduate, she earned a degree in political science at Idaho State University last year. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Rally focuses on kids programs Oct 8, 2009
LaNae and Aaron Williams, of Blackfoot, also spoke about how state programs have helped their son Jaxon, who was born with a genetic condition called Langer-Giedion syndrome. LaNae Williams said the answer to her family's challenges came a few days before Jaxon was release from the neonatal intensive care unit. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Premier buys El Rey building Oct 7, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- The future of the El Rey De Oro Event Center has been decided, but not the way in which some anticipated. Appearing in front of the Blackfoot City Council Tuesday evening was neither Jesus Martinez nor his brother Jose Martinez, owners of El Rey ... Rather, it was Doug Sayer, president and founder of Blackfoot-based Premier Technology. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Biz award nominees named Oct 6, 2009
The Business Awards are sponsored by the Idaho State Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co., the Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce and Blackfoot Chamber of Commerce ... A selection committee made up of representatives from the Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. and both the Pocatello and Blackfoot chambers reviewed the nominations and selected winners. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Oxley remembered by Dem leader Oct 5, 2009
Chuck Oxley, a former state Democratic Party communications director who died Saturday in a traffic accident near Blackfoot, was hailed Sunday by party Chairman R. Keith Roark as ''a Democrat to his very core'' who helped the party rack up several accomplishments last year. In my first few months as IDP chairman, Chuck helped me get up to speed for a tumultuous year that included Barack Obama's speech at Boise State University, our wildly successful caucuses, the Frank Church Banquet, Primary... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
ISU drive exceeds goal Oct 5, 2009
Groups of volunteer callers manned the phones in Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Blackfoot and American Falls. Though all were working toward the same goal, there was much good-natured competition between teams, Felt said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Auto hits and kills cow Oct 5, 2009
RIVERSIDE -- A vehicle hit and killed a cow Saturday night on Highway 39 west of Blackfoot. No one was injured in the collision near Riverside, but the vehicle was damaged, according to the Bingham County Sheriff's Department. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Funds boost van pool efforts Oct 5, 2009
A Pocatello to Blackfoot route will be added, as will one between Pocatello and American Falls. The Pocatello-Idaho Falls and Pocatello-Soda Springs routes will be expanded. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
RSVP for ISJ Business Awards Oct 4, 2009
The Business Awards are sponsored by the Idaho State Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co., the Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce and the Blackfoot Chamber of Commerce ... A selection committee made up of representatives from the Journal, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. and both the Pocatello and Blackfoot Chambers reviewed the nominations and selected winners. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
PMC volunteer enjoys helping Oct 2, 2009
Originally from Blackfoot, Hicks moved to Pocatello 20 years ago. She and her husband, John, are high school sweethearts who have been married now for 48 years. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Century falls at Blackfoot Oct 2, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- So close, yet so far. Century got the ball down to the Blackfoot 1-yard line, and it seemed like the upset was possible ... Instead, Century ended up with a 20-15 loss to the Broncos at Blackfoot. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Man facing trial on sex charge Oct 1, 2009
In June, Magistrate Rick Carnaroli committed Stumbaugh to State Hospital South in Blackfoot for treatment to help him regain competency. Stumbaugh was back in court Wednesday, where it was determined he was fit to proceed. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Madison budget reflects poor economy Sep 30, 2009
Refelctive of when the county clerk hired her brother to be the homland secuity director, then bought him a new deisle pickup and let him drive it home to Blackfoot every night for 50,000 plus miles on the tax payers. " Why then wrote on Sep 26, 2009 7:43 AM:" Why then if the budget is so tight did the road and bridge department put up a new building along hiway 20 at their facility. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Conflict decision reaffirmed Sep 30, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- The Idaho Attorney General's Office confirmed last week's determination that a Blackfoot police officer running for a seat on the City Council must resign if he's elected to the office ... Kane said because Herbert would report to the Blackfoot Police Chief as an officer and determine the chief's authority as a City Council member, there is potential for conflict ... "Additionally, an elected official may work as a police officer for an entity not subject to the jurisdiction of the... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Coeur d'Alene teen wins (502) Sep 30, 2009
Winners for the interview event were Leonard, Amy Carlson from Power County, Maureah Raymond from Rigby and Paige Pearson from Blackfoot. Leonard was also a winner Friday in the self-expression category. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Skyline blasts Poky Sep 26, 2009
Pocatello's losses have come against 5A Idaho Falls, Utah's top 4A team in Mountain Crest, 4A powerhouse Blackfoot and a 5A Skyline team that is now 5-0. Hargraves doesn't think their punishing schedule is wearing down the Indians. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Pelican shot in Soda Springs Sep 26, 2009
Fish and Game has received permits from the US Fish and Wildlife Service to haze pelicans and implement limited lethal control of these birds as part of a management strategy to reduce predation on fish in the Blackfoot Reservoir. These activities are carried out by authorized personnel with specific federal permits and protocol. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
N.F. looks to make splash in Nuclear Conf. Sep 26, 2009
Blackfoot 5, Madison 3. At Rexburg, Madison tied the game at 3-3 in the second half, but Blackfoot scored a pair of goals late to put the game away on Thursday ... Madison 6, Blackfoot 0. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Fair attendance edges up Sep 24, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Attendance at the Eastern Idaho State Fair this year was up slightly from last year. According to new fair manager Brandon Bird, fair attendance this year was 211,551, up from 210,557 in 2008. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Rollover victim struck, killed (458) Sep 23, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- The investigation into the death of an Idaho Falls man involved in an early-morning vehicle rollover Sunday has shifted gears as law enforcement now believes the man was struck and killed by another vehicle after he wandered onto the highway. Brycen Blackburn, 18, was originally thought to have succumbed to injuries sustained when his northbound 1990 Toyota 4-Runner overcorrected and rolled on Interstate 15 near Blackfoot around 4:20 a.m. Sunday morning. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Blackfoot fatal hit and run Sep 23, 2009
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (AP) -- Investigators say an 18-year-old who was thought to have died from injuries sustained in a one-vehicle rollover crash was actually the victim of a hit-and-run. Brycen Blackburn, of Idaho Falls, was driving on Interstate 15 near Blackfoot Sunday morning when he overcorrected and rolled his 1990 Toyota 4-Runner. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• Mr. Potato Head for governor? If not now, when? Sep 22, 2009
Mr. PH, limited to a token tribute display at the Idaho Potato Expo in Blackfoot, simply got no love in Idaho - despite his meteoric rise to fame as a consequence of the "Toy Story" movies. And while His Spudness is still a staple of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City and has his own commemorative license plate in Rhode Island, you'll look long and hard to find him in Idaho. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• 5th District Court News Sep 22, 2009
Nick Zwarton, age not stated, Blackfoot; insufficient funds check fraud. Misdemeanor sentencings. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Learning with every game Sep 21, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Charley Hopkins says the key to properly announcing a sporting event is to do it without emphasizing either team, giving the same tone and accent to the on-field efforts of both teams ... "My job is simply to tell the crowd what is going on." Hopkins said he did some announcing in college, but didn't pick it up again until a little more than 17 years ago when he started announcing track and field for Blackfoot High School ... "He even does their pep assemblies," said his wife,... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• Corporation creation Sep 21, 2009
"Attorney Mortell has been through this process before as he advised Bingham Memorial Hospital in Blackfoot regarding their community-owned, not-for-profit corporation. I don't expect a motion to actually start to set up the new corporation until October.". In Idaho, there are 12 county-owned and eight district-owned hospitals. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Accused woman out on bail Sep 20, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Bingham County Prosecutor Scott Andrew asked that bond be set at 100,000 for Mikel J. McBride, who was charged Thursday with the first-degree murder of her grandmother, Opal Ward. McBride's Blackfoot attorney Jim Sorensen suggested a lower bond. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• Police officer running for office raises questions Sep 20, 2009
Blackfoot city attorney Dan Acevedo says Blackfoot police officer Randy Herbert could end being forced to resign from his job if Herbert is elected to the Blackfoot City Council. Acevedo says Herbert would not be able to vote on police department matters because of a conflict of interest. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Poky loses to Blackfoot Sep 19, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- Blackfoot took the ball down to Pocatello's 5-yard line in each of its first two possessions Friday night but came away with just two field goals, denied the end zone by the Indians' defense both times. But Pocatello could not hold the flood gates back for long, and Blackfoot found the end zone in the second quarter while also shutting down the Indians in the first half on the way to a 29-14 victory ... Pocatello head coach Tom Harrison said his team showed flashes of its... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Payette thumps New Plymouth, Ontario cruises to victory over Vale Sep 19, 2009
Blackfoot 29, Pocatello 14. Bonners Ferry 32, Newport, Wash. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Woman accused of murder Sep 18, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A 40-year-old Blackfoot woman was arrested Thursday for allegedly murdering a 93-year-old woman, whom she assisted as a caregiver ... Ward's body was exhumed and an autopsy and toxicology test were conducted in response to an investigation by the Bingham County/Blackfoot City Joint Detective Division, according to a sheriff's office press release. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Prep football previews Sep 18, 2009
Pocatello (1-2) at Blackfoot (3-0). Twenty-five miles separate Pocatello and Blackfoot high schools ... "It's always an important game if you plan on being prepared for the playoffs," Blackfoot coach Stan Buck said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Spud Day events set in Shelley Sep 18, 2009
Those who pass the intersection of Jensen Grove and Parkway in Blackfoot from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday can support some good causes, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Jerry's Kids, but dropping some change in the boots of firefighters from Blackfoot and Fort Hall. Students at Highland High School will be eating lunch for a good cause today from noon to 2 p.m. at their school as part of a picnic fundraiser to benefit Pocatello's sister city in Burkina Faso. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Groups endorse mine project Sep 17, 2009
SODA SPRINGS -- Officials with several state agriculture groups have publicly endorsed Monsanto's proposed Blackfoot Bridge Mine. Food Producers of Idaho, the Idaho Farm Federation, the Idaho Grain Producers Association and the Idaho Sugarbeet Growers Association have all endorsed the Bureau of Land Management's preferred alternative included in its draft environmental impact statement, which is now the subject of a public comment period. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Cemetery ordinance approved Sep 16, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- The City Council unanimously approved Blackfoot's new cemetery ordinance Tuesday. A Citizen's Advisory Board was formed to evaluate ordinances in other cities and to identify challenges in Blackfoot ... Dawnelle Thomas said her son and father are both buried in the Blackfoot Cemetery and she is concerned about a lack of oversight at the city facility. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Jury convicts Blackfoot man Sep 16, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- A jury has found a 61-year-old Blackfoot man guilty of cutting another man's throat during a struggle on April 16 ... Andrew said Skinner had been out of prison for about a year at the time of the incident, which occurred in the Blackfoot home of his son's female friend. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Council OKs concert at El Rey Sep 16, 2009
BLACKFOOT -- The Blackfoot City Council unanimously approved a concert set for Oct. 21 at the El Rey De Oro Event Center. But if the owners of the venue fail to comply with city code and pave the parking lot, it will be the last show at the event center for sometime to come. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Tea Party rally draws 300 (64) Sep 13, 2009
Keith Reece of Blackfoot carried a Springfield rifle during Saturday's Tea Party. "I've never been politically active until the last election," Reece said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Indians let game get away (17) Sep 13, 2009
The Indians' next opponent is fellow 4A power Blackfoot ... "We play a brutal schedule this year. It just gets tougher all the time, and that was a fine football team we just got beat by (tonight)." Howard said that because Blackfoot is a contender for Pocatello's same goal, it's a very important game as far as he's concerned ... "This game is one thing, it's a confidence builder. But we're going to see these kids (Blackfoot) later on in the state playoffs. We've got to be ready for that. We've... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
• Local roundup: Raft River steamrolls Hagerman Sep 12, 2009
"Filer (1-2) is at Wendell next Friday.Filer 43, American Falls 2American Falls 0 2 0 0 - 2Filer 18 6 12 7 - 43First quarterFiler - Ryan Orr 6 run (kick failed)F - Cassidy Babb 75 pass from Colton Baratti (kick failed)F - Jacob Bogner 36 pass interception (kick failed)Second quarterAmerican Falls - SafetyF - Babb 25 pass from Baratti (kick failed)Third quarterF - Tyler Kreft 47 run (kick failed)F - Babb 65 pass from Cody Reynolds (kick failed)Fourth quarterF - Kreft 2 run (Jordan Brown... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Prep football scores 9-11-09 Sep 12, 2009
Blackfoot 42, Idaho Falls 13. Bonners Ferry 34, Kettle Falls, Wash. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Friday footbal scores: Cougars slam Bear Lake Sep 12, 2009
Other scores: Hillcrest 53, Bonneville 22; Blackfoot 42, Idaho Falls 13; Marsh Valley 55, Teton 6; Shelley 44, Snake River 21; Ririe 43, Grace 6. MATT EICHNER. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Helping lost kids at fair Sep 11, 2009
Idaho State Journal Robin Nelson, of Firth, is a Bingham County Project Safe Place volunteer at the Eastern Idaho State Fair in Blackfoot ... BLACKFOOT -- Coordinator Robin Nelson got involved with Safe Place because she wanted to do something for typical kids ... Nelson lives in Firth and works as a loan officer at Westmark Credit Union in Blackfoot. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
