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Ketchum Teacher Honored by Idaho Humanities Council
Annika Berry presides over a class of 28 inquisitive children at Pioneer Montessori. But that doesn’t keep her from nurturing each student’s interest, whether it be guiding them as they build a 4-foot model of the Titanic or while building a replica of an Egyptian pyramid.
Monday, May 20, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


What You Need to Know on Primary Day
Tuesday’s primary election has two contested races and a supplemental school levy under consideration, all of which may be voted on by residents throughout the county.
Monday, May 20, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Learn About Wildfire Risk, Prevention and Fighting in the Sawtooth Valley
Learn About Wildfire Risk, Prevention and Fighting in the Sawtooth Valley
Monday, May 20, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Goosefoot Violet Heads List of Wildflowers Coming on Strong
The Lemhi Shoshone had no need for pepper spray. They believed the lovely white bitterroot had the special powers to stop a bear attack.
Sunday, May 19, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Two Blaine County Men Honored by Idaho Fish and Game
Two Blaine County men were among five conservation heroes honored by Idaho Fish and Game at IDFG’s 125h Anniversary Celebration in Twin Falls Saturday.
Sunday, May 19, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Spring 2024
Winter has fled for the poles
Sunday, May 19, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


What a Dog Owner Can Learn from Horses
I’ve been training dogs for 35 years now, professionally for 25 years. Prior to that, I did my share of riding as well.
Saturday, May 18, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sun Valley Economic Development to Host Roundtable Looking at Remote Work in Sun Valley
The topic of remote work will be explored during the next Roundtable held by Sun Valley Economic Development (SVED).
Saturday, May 18, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Wildlife Calling Contest Part of Idaho Fish and Game Birthday Celebration
Idaho Fish and Game is turning 125 this year, and it’s celebrating with a party from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Twin Falls City Park.
Saturday, May 18, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Little Park Ribbon Cutting Shows Off Refurbished Playground
The City of Ketchum cut the ribbon on a refurbished Little Park Friday afternoon, just as the thermometer topped 70 heralding the unofficial beginning of the summer season.
Friday, May 17, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Putt for Prizes in the Ketchum Wide Open
Putt around Ketchum on Saturday, May 18, in the 2024 Ketchum Wide Open.
Friday, May 17, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Tree Planting and Park Cleanup to Mark Arbor Day Celebration
A Community Park Cleanup and Tree Planting will be held Saturday, May 18, in Hailey.
Friday, May 17, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bike to School Brings Out French Pastries, Wild Rye Socks and Bicycles Galore
Bicyclists must have known the treat they were in for when they saw members of the Hailey Police Department hanging around COX Communications’ booth along the Wood River Trail Wednesday morning.
Thursday, May 16, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bug Zoo Festival to Shine Spotlight on Hopper and Other Creepy Crawlers
Racheal Gutierrez looked down affectionately as an inch-long praying mantis hopped from the back of her hand to her thumb.
Thursday, May 16, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Meet USS Idaho Chefs Friday Night
The American Legion is hosting a meet and greet Friday night for two chefs from the USS Idaho, a newly commissioned submarine.
Thursday, May 16, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Wildflowers of the Wood River Valley are Blooming
The wildflowers have started popping out Croy Canyon and elsewhere in the Wood River Valley. Reacquaint yourselves with some of the early wildflowers on a wildflower walk with Kristin Fletcher, the president of the Wood River Chapter of the Idaho Native Plant Society, and Karen Bossick of Eye on Sun Valley.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Caritas Chorale to Celebrate Spring with Sunny Concert
The Caritas Chorale will present “On the Sunny Side,” a spring concert filled with visions of bright yellow daffodils and rainbows, on May 18 and 19.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Free Wellness Exams Offered by South Central Public Health District
South Central Public Health District will hold a free wellness screening from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 17, at The Senior Connection in Hailey.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Recounting a Marriage Full of Adventures, including Racing Fires and Biking 83 Hours Straight
Don and Shannon Jackson were just eight months into their marriage when Don presented his wife with a challenge: Let’s do the newfangled Lake St. Louis Triathlon.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Shannon Jackson to Take Viewers on Great Divide Trip
Bikepack the Great Divide mountain bike route without a single peddle Thursday when the Hailey Public Library presents the final talk of the season in its Wanderlust series.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Duck on a Bike and Another Story Go Up on Bike Path
Two new stories are going up on the Wood River Trail that runs from Bellevue to Ketchum.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Doctor Caught in Avalanche Touted How the Awe of Adventure Can Make Us More Benevolent
Dr. Terry O’Connor, who helped steer Blaine County through the COVID pandemic, died this weekend in an avalanche.
Monday, May 13, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bike to School and Work Championed by Two Dozen Businesses and Non-Profits
Roll into spring and summer on Wednesday when the Blaine County Recreation District presents Bike to School and Work Day.
Monday, May 13, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Alzheimer’s Research Champion to Tell About Latest Strategies
Learn about the latest in Alzheimer’s and Dementia research on Tuesday at Ketchum’s Community Library.
Monday, May 13, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Daffodil Festival Says Spring Has Finally Sprung
Jack Sept has been to all three of the Sawtooth Botanical Garden’s Wine and Walk strolls through the garden in late summer. But he never managed to make it to the annual Daffodil Festival because he was always out of town during that time.
Sunday, May 12, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Greenhorn Trail Reroute Avoids Creek Crossing
Want to take Mom or Grandma on a walkabout for Mother’s Day?
Sunday, May 12, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Visit Sun Valley to Share Summer Update
Visit Sun Valley will offer a brief summer update from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, on the patio of Ketchum’s Limelight Hotel.
Sunday, May 12, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Funky Fashion Show Casts Non-Profits in a Different Light
It might not have been the stuff of a Dior or Chanel fashion show. But dozens of men and women packed into the Limelight Hotel in Ketchum last week to oogle and cheer on a couple dozen adults and youth dressed in colorful and oftentimes wacky fashion in the second annual Funky Fashion Show.
Saturday, May 11, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Joy Harjo to Share Her Native American Poetry and Music
Three-time U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo will deliver the 2024 Hemingway Distinguished Lecture on behalf of The Community Library in Ketchum.
Saturday, May 11, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Men’s Ensemble to Perform Bobby McFerrin Song and the Magnificat
In 1988 Bobby McFerrin’s song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” hit No. 1 on the pop charts and won Song of the Year and Record of the Year the following year at the Grammy Awards.
Saturday, May 11, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Criss Learned to Go the Extra Mile at Hospice
Criss Fallowfield developed her passion for caring for the dying the hard way.
Friday, May 10, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Swab Your Cheek to Join the Registry of Life Savers
Wood River Valley residents are being invited to swab their cheek on Thursday to be included in the registry for those seeking bone marrow transplants.
Friday, May 10, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Ohio Gulch Signal Timing Adjusted to Alleviate Traffic Congestion
The Idaho Department of Transportation has adjusted the signal timing at the new traffic light at Starweather and Ohio Gulch in hopes of alleviating the congestion that built up following the deployment of the signal.
Friday, May 10, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Blaine County Sheriff Candidates Spar
A debate between two men vying to be the Blaine County Sheriff’s Democratic nominee got a little heated during an hour-long candidates’ forum in the Minnie Moore Room of the Community Campus this week.
Thursday, May 9, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Wood River Orchestra to Create Concert of Movie Magic that Even Kids Will Love
Wood River Orchestra members are gearing up to transport you to the galaxies and the turquoise waters of the Caribbean when they present “A Night at the Movies.”
Thursday, May 9, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Haunting Tale of Madama Butterfly Brings Vivid End to Met HD Season
The classic tale of Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” will be the star of the Metropolitan Opera’s live simulcast on Saturday.
Thursday, May 9, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Funky Fashion Offers a Fun Look at Nonprofits
The crowd picked up steam as Eva Hatzenbuehler walked down the runway showing off a stained-glass looking dress made of broken CDs, a shawl made out of discarded tape around her shoulders.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Daffodil Festival to be Followed by Mother’s Day Mimosa and Paint-In
Celebrate Mother’s Day and what we hope is, finally, spring at the Wood River Valley Daffodil (&Art!) Festival on Saturday.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Rebecca Rusch to Lead Trailhead Bicycles Bikepacking Event
Seven-time national mountain bike champion Rebecca Rusch will emcee a bikepacking presentation at the grand reopening of the Trailhead Bicycles this weekend.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Candidates Introduce Themselves at Clint and Michelle Stennett Social
A big, boisterous crowd turned out Friday evening for the annual Clint and Michelle Stennett Social.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Student Chefs to Offer Pop Up Brunch Buffet
Sun Valley Culinary Institute students will present a pop-up brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 10.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Panelists to Share Concerns About Lava Ridge Wind Project
Learn about the effort to stop Lava Ridge Wind, a proposed wind power project in Jerome, Lincoln and Minidoka counties, on Thursday.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Wood River Middle School Students Win Third Straight Battle of the Books Championship
Wood River Middle School students know the written word!
Monday, May 6, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Shoshone-Bannock Woman to Share Her New Book on Sacajawea
Learn the story of Sacajawea—a young girl who was taken from her people and became an instrumental part of the Lewis and Clark expedition—during a presentation on Friday, May 10.
Monday, May 6, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bellevue Gets a Clean Sweep
Bob Knoebel cradled several 3-inch bottles of bourbon and whiskey in his hands.
Monday, May 6, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


SUN Airport to Throw Reception for New Art
Katy Anderson, longtime bread baker for Sun Valley Resort, was so excited about her trip to the Midwest to visit relatives that she arrived at Friedman Memorial Airport three hours early this week.
Sunday, May 5, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Classic Flicks Shows Film Considered Best Romantic Comedy of All Time
The Hailey public Library is getting ready to pop the corn as it shows a witty 1940 romantic comedy as part of its Classic Flicks series.
Sunday, May 5, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Rebecca Rusch Offers World-Class Gravel Bike Training
Now that pedal pushers are hitting the bike path and the dirt trails around Sun Valley, it’s time to think ahead to the Rusch Academy.
Sunday, May 5, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sewing Center Has Got the World of Sewing Covered
Your grandmother would have loved the Twin Falls Sewing Center and, it turns out, your daughter might, too.
Saturday, May 4, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Learn About Fentanyl on Tuesday
South Central Public Health District will host a panel discussion on fentanyl at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7.
Saturday, May 4, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sheriff’s Candidates Square Off
Two men facing off to be the Democratic nominee for Blaine County Sheriff will take part in a candidate forum at 6 p.m. Monday, May 6, at the Community Campus in Hailey.
Saturday, May 4, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sexual Assault Response Team to Provide an Informed Compassionate Response
Blaine County District Attorney Matt Fredback gazed out over a small crowd outside The Advocates office this past week and related his anguish at watching what victims of sexual assault in Blaine County have had to go through.
Friday, May 3, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Craters of the Moon Celebrates Centennial with Walks, Night Sky Parties and Photo Demonstrations
A violent past, calm present and uncertain future…
Friday, May 3, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Wood River Valley Gears Up for ERC's 27th Annual Clean Sweep
The Environmental Resource Center’s 27th Clean Sweep will take place on Saturday, May 4. This annual event rides again into the Wood River Valley’s scenic homeland with the aim of minimizing waste accumulation and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship.
Friday, May 3, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Jodeen Revere to Talk About Life with Paul Revere, Tarot Cards and Religion
Jodeen Revere grew up the daughter of Paul Revere, dubbed “the Madman of Rock & Roll” for the red Revolutionary War outfit he wore and the madcap antics he performed on stage with his Raiders.
Thursday, May 2, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sammy Smith and John Steel Hagenbuch Win Prestigious Awards
Sun Valley Nordic racers John Steel Hagenbuch and Sammy Smith have been named Rookies of the Year by the Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team.
Thursday, May 2, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Tylor and the Train Robbers to Debut New Album Tonight
Tylor & the Train Robbers will release “Hum of the Road,” a new album produced by Challis native and Reckless Kelly musician Cody Braun, on Friday.
Thursday, May 2, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bobbie Burns Will Always Be the Original Hotdogger
Bobbie Burns, long recognized as “the original hotdogger” on the ski slopes, passed away this past weekend at the age of 85.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Hip Mobility Exercises Prevent Problems Elsewhere in the Body
Tight hips, often caused by too much sitting, can cause a cascading effect of pain in your hips, back and knees, sometimes leading to injuries. And those who live the active lifestyle in Sun Valley simply don’t have time for any of that!
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Celebrate May Day Play Day
Today is May Day Play Day at the BCRD Quigley Trails Park in Hailey.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Students Jog to Raise Money for Schools
The weather forecast was not promising, what with rain predicted by 11 in the morning. But it held off nearly until the end of the school day Friday, allowing students from Alturas and Hailey elementary schools to take part in jog-a-thons designed to raise money for the schools.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


BCRD Offers Swim Pass Discounts
Registration for the Blaine County Recreation District’s aquatics programs opens on Wednesday, May 1, at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Ketchum Detours Cancel Sun Valley Story Tour
The popular Sun Valley Story Tour will not happen this summer.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Senior Connection Volunteers Have a Laugh While Celebrating
Brittany Werry greeted a full house at the Senior Connection’s Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon this week with a story about a cat who went to heaven. At the cat’s request, God granted it a fluffy pillow so it no longer had to sleep on hardwood floors.
Monday, April 29, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Even Pickleball Addicts Will Find Their Lot at Democrats Auction Fundraiser
The Blaine County Democrats have opened bidding for their 5th annual Online Auction Fundraiser.
Monday, April 29, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Businesses Invited to Participate in Youth Job Fair
The 3rd annual Blaine County Youth Job Fair will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at the Wood River High School Commons.
Monday, April 29, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


The Ranch That Became Sun Valley
Jo Heiss’s mother Marge was in her mid-20s when she and her sister Roberta showed a dark-haired man with an Austrian accent around their ranch, pushing themselves along on long wooden skis with elk hide coverings.
Sunday, April 28, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Family Financial Planning Class Offered
Learn tools and strategies to create a sound financial plan for your family in a free class being offered by the Hailey Public Library.
Sunday, April 28, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Idaho Boasts Second Largest Group per Capita for Biden Harris Ticket
Idaho hasn’t gone for a Democratic president since Lyndon Baines Johnson 60 years ago. But that hasn’t dissuaded Betty Hansen Richardson.
Sunday, April 28, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Unveiling a Time Capsule at Lincoln County’s Historic Courthouse
While John Bergman and his team were renovating Lincoln County’s historic county courthouse last year, he came across a small brown bag in the walls of the basement. He set it aside, as he had the other items crews found during the work.
Saturday, April 27, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Funky Fashion Show Challenges Attendees to Dress Up
You won’t have to walk the runway. But show up in funky fashion at the second annual Funky Fashion Show and Fundraiser and you will be eligible for prizes.
Saturday, April 27, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Friedman Memorial Airport Named Among Best in Snow
Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) has been awarded the esteemed Balchen/Post Award for excellence in snow and ice control.
Saturday, April 27, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Peter Pan Brings Pirates, a Croc and Captain Hook to the Stage
J.M. Barrie’s story of a mischievous little boy who refuses to grow up will take to the stage next weekend as Footlight Dance Centre presents “Peter Pan.”
Friday, April 26, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Local Author Wins Idaho Writer’s Guild Poetry Contest
St. Luke’s Wood River speech and language therapist Anita Dromey must have a flair for poetry. She just took first place for poetry in the Idaho Writer’s Guild’s annual contest for the second year in a row.
Friday, April 26, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Weather Spotters Wanted
Do you have an interest in weather and helping your community?
Friday, April 26, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Higher Ground Rolls Out the Laughs so that Veterans Can Laugh
Hayes MacArthur looked out at a sell-out crowd in The Argyros and told about his experience living in Sun Valley since moving here from California in 2020 with his wife and their two children.
Thursday, April 25, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Free Range Poets Wanted to Thursday’s Poetry Fest
Free Range poets will roam wherever the words take them when the Hailey Public Library hosts another open mic night for poetry lovers on Thursday, April 25.
Thursday, April 25, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Take Back Drug Day Slated for Saturday
Gather your unused prescription drugs and prepare to pitch them.
Thursday, April 25, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Thrive Kids to Help Address Lack of Child Care in Wood River Valley
Tricia Swartling and Ana Villanueva stood over two infant changing beds as the morning light streamed through the window.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Free Self-Defense Class to Address Real Life Situations
The Advocates are holding a free Krav Maga Self-Defense class for females 14 and older.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Dia Del Nino Celebration Includes Games and Arts and Crafts
Celebrate Dia Del Nino with bouncy time, arts and crafts, games and raffles.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Warm Springs Building Proposal Draws on Ketchum’s Mining Heritage
A mine shaft elevator paying homage to Ketchum’s mining heritage would rise in Warm Springs if a project currently known as the Baldy Mountain House Project is approved.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Advocates Host Reception to Launch Sexual Assault Response Team
The Advocates will hold a reception to celebrate the newly formed Sexual Assault Response Team at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 25.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Maya and the Wave Presented as Sun Valley Film Festival Encore
An absorbing documentary about a Brazilian surfer who faced a grueling comeback following an accident surfing one of the biggest waves in the world at Nazare, Portugal, will be screened at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, at The Argyros in Ketchum.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Earth Day Fest Shows how Much Waste Blaine County Residents Toss Each Year
Claire Casey pointed to a plastic Powerade bottle on a chair next to her. The single-use 20-ounce bottle was partially filled with gunky looking brown oil.
Monday, April 22, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Bug Zoo Readies for Field Trips and Festival
The Sawtooth Botanical Garden will host its fun and educational Bug Zoo again in mid-May.
Monday, April 22, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Sawtooth Botanical Garden Slates Events Ranging from Garden Tour to Gimlets in the Garden
With it finally feeling like spring, the Sawtooth Botanical Garden is curating a slate of boutique events—small, intimate community gatherings with both entertainment and educational components designed to get people out and enjoying the beautiful botanical garden.
Monday, April 22, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Hans Thum Provided Sun Valley with a Half-Century of Austrian Charm
For years Hans Thum has endowed Sun Valley Resort with an Old World charm, readily apparent in his soft Austrian accent and the twinkle in his eye.
Sunday, April 21, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


Ketchum to Present Growth Forecast and Other Trends
The City of Ketchum is hosting two presentations outlining trends and conditions and their potential implications for the city’s future.
Sunday, April 21, 2024 \| Read Full Story.


St. Luke’s Hosts New Art Exhibition
A new art exhibit featuring the work of local artists is now on display in the upstairs hallways, which serve as an art gallery, at St. Luke’s Wood River.
Sunday, April 21, 2024 \| Read Full Story.

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