Jane Drussel is Closing One Store but Don’t Count Her Out

These days you can’t miss the brightly colored paint screaming, “LIQUIDATION SALE” on Jane’s Artifacts’ windows in Hailey. But soon you will no doubt miss the one place where you could buy office, school, party and art supplies.

SVSEF Alpine FIS Team Shines at U18 Nationals

Elodie Olsen claimed a national title while Samantha Milne took second at the U18 Alpine National Championships held earlier this month at Mittersill at Cannon Mountain, N.H.

Dollar Daze Cancelled but Seattle Ridge Run Extended

Put your hula skirt away. There will be no Pond Skim this year.

Sun Valley Stampede Gets a Thumbs Up from Participants

The inaugural Sun Valley Stampede took place over the weekend, and what a fabulous event that Sun Valley and POWDER Magazine put on!

Sun Valley Resort Gets OK to Replace Lookout Express and Christmas Chairlifts

Sun Valley Resort announced Monday that it had received approval from the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management to move forward with a series of lift replacements and infrastructure upgrades on Bald Mountain, with construction starting next month in April 2026.

MetHD to Show Tristan und Isolde

“Tristan und Isolde,” Richard Wagner’ss transcendent meditation on love and death, will hit the big screen on Saturday as part of the Metropolitan Opera’s live simulcast MetHD.

Jake Adicoff Gets Gold Sweep in a Nail Biter

Nine hundred hours of roller skiing and pumping iron last summer and solitary long-distance laps on what little snow the West had this winter paid off for Sun Valley’s Jake Adicoff in the mountains of Italy Sunday.

Ballroom Dancing Offered Wednesday’s at Whiskey’s

Latin Champion and ballroom coach Vasily Golovin will teach the salsa, cha-cha and other ballroom dances at Whiskey’s on Main on Wednesdays beginning March 18.

Peter Mann to Discuss World Pacific, a Novel He Began in Ketchum

In March 2023, Peter Mann landed in the Wood River Valley to begin a two-week residency with The Community Library at the historic Ernest and Mary Hemingway House. He had just released his first novel and was beginning work on a second.

Jake Adicoff Puts Hammer Down in Paralympics Relay Race

Jake Adicoff took a graceful bow as he crossed the line handily after winning gold in the interval start classic at the 2026 Winter Paralympics on Wednesday, despite breaking a pole halfway through the race.

The Shoe That Grows Looking for Donations to Meet Match Challenge

An organization founded by an Idahoan has one day to raise $20,000 to meet a matching grant that would raise money for life-changing shoes for 9,000 children.

John Steel Hagenbuch Three-Peats as NCAA Cross-Country Skiing Champion

John Steel Hagenbuch of Ketchum won his third consecutive NCAA cross-country skiing individual title for Dartmouth College this week, repeating as men’s NCAA 7.5km classic skiing race champion.

Pan Seared Trout with Kale Salad and Wild Rice

The Senior Connection is in the middle of its March for Meals campaign to raise money to supply up to 80 seniors who live from Carey in the south to Hulen Meadows in the north with meals four days a week.

Wood River Orchestra’s Sunday Concert Offers Lush Melodies

A “gorgeous exploration of late Romantic lyricism” is on tap for the Wood River Orchestra’s Spring Concert on Sunday.

Galena Loppet Entices Skiers with Free Beer and Donuts

Ski for free beer and donuts on Sunday when Galena Lodge hosts its annual Galena Loppet.

Sun Valley Stampede to Determine the Best Skiers in the West

The Sun Valley Ski Club used to have a Spring Race that combined tennis, bowling and shooting with bike racing and skiing.

SVMoA Opens Exhibition with Printmaking Activity and Panel Discussion

Caroline Monnet incorporates birchbark biting, in which the Ojibwe, Cree and other peoples folded thin layers of birch bark and used their teeth to bite floral, geometric and animal designs, into her work. Demian DineYazhi employs ancestral knowledges in a new neon sculptural commission.

Nature Journal Club Holds Art Exhibition

Members of the Wood River Nature Journal Club will showcase some of their work in a public reception at the Hailey Public Library on Saturday.

Jake Adicoff Leaves Competitors Behind as He Wins Second Gold

Jake Adicoff picked up his second gold medal at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan Cortina on Wednesday.

BAH to Be Held at Senior Connection

Business leaders huddled together and discussed how President Trump’s tariffs have hurt even Mom and Pop shops in the Wood River Valley.

Celebrating Miles and the Trane

Emmet Cohen, a jazz pianist performing Friday night at The Argyros, is playing the works of Miles Davis and John Coltrane, both born a hundred years ago in 1926.

Jake Adicoff and Peter Wolter Race to Gold at Winter Paralympics

Jake Adicoff has achieved the first of his objectives at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan Cortina.

Sutton Foster to Headline Sun Valley Music Festival Gala

Two-time Tony Award-winning actress and singer Sutton Foster will headline the Sun Valley Music Festival’s 2026 Gala concert on Thursday, Aug. 6.

SVED Offers Roundtable Focusing on Cybersecurity

Sun Valley Economic Development will have its first Community Roundtable under its new director on Thursday.

Alaska’s Top Restaurant Chef to Bring Flavors of Coastal Alaska to Sun Valley

Karl Uri knew that Kevin Lane was a 2025 James Beard finalist for Best Chef: Northwest & Pacific when he asked him to jet down from Alaska to prepare a glamorous dinner for Sun Valley patrons at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute.

Sun Valley’s Summer Flight Schedule Includes Daily Flights to Chicago

SUN’s airline flight schedule for the 2026 summer and fall season includes nonstop flights to six cities.

SVSEF Nordic Skiers Win Intermountain Youth Championships Overall Title

Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation’s Cross Country Prep and Devo athletes captured the Overall Team Award at the Intermountain Youth Championships last weekend, rising to the top of a field of nearly 200 competitors from eight regional clubs.

Carbonate Recovery Wants to Nip Addiction and Other Mental Health Challenges In the Bud

Kim Hayes wants to put drug treatment courts out of business.

Peter Gizzi to Recite His Poetry

Award-winning poet Peter Gizzi will offer a reading of his work at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at The Community Library in Ketchum.

SVSEF North Series Team Closes Qualifier Season on a High Note

Podiums, perseverance, and learning moments marked the final Intermountain Division Champs qualifier of the year for the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation’s North Series Team.

Ice Dance International Focuses on the Beauty of Ice Skating

Ice Dance International will bring its new performance, “The Seasons,” to the Sun Valley Ice Rink on Tuesday, March 10.  It’s a chance to see world-class skaters up close after having spent a couple weeks watching them on TV during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina.

Ice Dance International Brings ‘The Seasons’ to Sun Valley

Ice Dance International is returning to Sun Valley on the heels of an atistically beautiful Olympic Games.

Twelve SVSEF Nordic Skiers Qualify for Junior Nationals

Twelve Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation Cross Country athletes have qualified for Junior Nationals at West Yellowstone. The skiers will compete in the IMD Junior National Cross Country Championships in Cable, Wis., March 7-14.

Medeleine Peyroux Tells Why She Loves Playing Sun Valley

Even the most casual of glances at a local calendar will confirm that the frequency with which Sun Valley is visited by world-renowned artists is way out of proportion with our population. Lucky us!

Astronomer to Discuss Planet Formation Ahead of Stargazing Event

Learn about recent advances in planet formulation and the way ALMA is allowing astronomers to probe the lives of stars tonight.

Sonya Wilander Up for NewsNation’s Remarkable Woman of 2026 Award

A Wood River Valley woman has been named one of NewsNation’s “Remarkable Women of 2026” for making positive change in her community.

Jake Adicoff and Peter Wolter Chase Gold in the 2026 Winter Paralympics

Jake Adicoff is set to race in his fourth Winter Paralympics, which open today in Milan Cortina. And, amazingly, it will be the first time he’s skied in a Paralympics in an area with a legacy of skiing, the others having been in places like Sochi, Beijing and PyeongChang, which are not considered bastions of ski culture.

Reggae in the Mountains Returns to Liberty Theater

Idaho’s original Bob Marley celebration returns to Hailey on Saturday with the authentic mountain town experience known as Reggae in the Mountains.

Dollar Rail Jam and Baldy Banked Slalom to Test Athletes’ Skills

Winter felt more like spring this year in Sun Valley. But the snow continues to remain good on Bald and Dollar mountains.

Melissa Graves Brown’s Distinctive Paintings Get Spotlight at Gallery Walk

Melissa Graves Brown stands over a blank canvas with a brush covered in paint and begins flicking her wrist.

Gallery Walk Pays Homage to the Resilience of Ukrainians

Felipe Jacome was born in Ecuador, but his career path has taken him beyond his studies  at the London School of Economics to places around the world where he documents the issues of human mobility and human rights with his camera.

Backcountry Film Festival Takes Viewers from Antarctica to Norway

Enjoy human-powered winter adventure from your armchair as the Nordic and Backcountry Skier’s Alliance presents the Backcountry Film Festival.

Spidermen, Eagles and Aliens Fly Down Dollar Mountain in Kindercup

Elvis appeared on “The Ed Sullivan Show” the year the Papoose Club held its first Kindercup race in 1956. Gasoline cost a mere 22 cents a gallon and the average house, $2,280.

Sawtooth Ski Festival to Serve Up Soup and Chili to Help Pay for Grooming

The Sawtooth Ski Club aims to celebrate another year of grooming ski trails near Stanley with its annual Sawtooth Ski Festival.

Three Announce Candidacy for District 26

Two educators—one with experience in farming and Forest Service work and the other with experience in workforce development--have announced their candidacy for District 26 House seats.

Compassionate Leader Celebrates Bubble Shattering as She Seeks to do More

Alaska Sewell says she built a perfect bubble to keep the world out, busying herself  polishing its glass. But she realized it was keeping her locked inside the narrow hallways of her mind when she accompanied Flourish Foundation’s Compassionate Leaders to the Himalayas of India.

Sun Valley Stampede the Focus of Wednesday Talk

The just-finished Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina crowned the fastest downhillers, the most precise slalom skiers and the best mogul skiers.

Greg Loomis to Discuss Silver Creek and Fishing Outlook

Greg Loomis has spent 42 years guiding anglers on Silver Creek and other waters in the Wood River Valley.

Nardagani Founder Explains Her Reading Tool

Narda Pitkethly of Ketchum invented Nardagani, which uses 12 symbols to help people learn to read, after watching her daughter struggle to read.

Venetian Masquerade Soiree for The Spot to Offer Exquisite Intrigue

Don a mask and step into a Ridotto as The Spot theater company throws its second annual Venetian Masquerade Soiree.

Benjamin Beilman’s Upbeat with Alasdair Accepts RSVPs Beginning Today

Registration opens today for Alasdair Neale’s upcoming conversation with violinist Benjamin Beilman.

Wood River YMCA Eyes Expansion to Address Community’s Major Problems

In November 2007 the Wood River Community YMCA put the finishing touches on the first phase of its building plan, opening to patrons who couldn’t wait to hit the slide in its indoor pool, test their strength on its indoor climbing wall, stretch out in Richard Odom’s Hot Yoga class and climb mountains on its Elliptical machines.

Aspiring Actors and Playwrights Wanted for 24 Hour Theatre Festival

Join in on a mad, messy, wild form of theater-making when the Liberty Theatre Company holds its third annual 24-Hour Theatre Festival.

SVSEF Athletes Earn Spots at Nationals, Regional Championships

Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation FIS Alpine athletes delivered outstanding performances at the Bryce Astle Memorial Utah FIS Elite Races, securing championship qualifications for 19 athletes, who competed against the best racers from across the Western Region.

Chaplains Looks at Spiritual First Responders

Traditional church attendance may be on the decline in America, but a unique ministry is growing.

Jim Harrison’s Talent and Pain Told in Devouring Time

Todd Goddard will do a deep dive into the life of author Jim Harrison on Thursday, March 5, at the Community Library in Ketchum.

Last Year’s Champs Repeat in Laura Flood Memorial Race

Last year’s winners of the annual Laura Flood Memorial Race defended their title in the prestigious race held this past week on Sun Valley’s Bald Mountain.

Derina Harvey Band to Break Out Foot Tapping Celtic Music

Derina Harvey always loves to see St. Patrick’s Day roll around. It means that she and her award-winning Celtic rock band will be in high demand to play every kind of venue from from the Clymont Community Hall in Edmonton, Alberta, to the College of Southern Idaho Fine Arts Auditorium in Twin Falls.

Ghost Stories and Creepy Crawlies on Tap for Tonight

A month with Frankenstein comes to an end tonight. And The Community Library will close it out with a spooky party after library hours.

SVSEF Freestyle Skiers Fly onto Podium at Roundhouse Rumble

Wells Dolson and Drake Lovlien scissored their way through the bumps to first-place finishes, and other Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation athletes skied their way to second-place finishes in this week’s Roundhouse Rumble.

Open Mic Wants YOU To Perform at The Argyros

Ever wonder how your banjo riff would sound augmented by The Argyros’ state-of-the art sound system? How your prose would sound bathed in colorful lights?

Daily Life at Minidoka Recounted in Diary

Stories from daily life at Minidoka War Relocation Center north of Twin Falls will be presented tonight at The Community Library in Ketchum.

Wild Game and Wine Fest to Help Protect Spirit Woman Ranch

A Wild Game & Wine Fest to protect an important property in Slaughterhouse Canyon is being held on March 6.

Sun Valley Resort’s New Adventure Park a Hit

Three-year-old Moxie’s eyes grew wide as her grandmother ushered her into a snow-covered playground full of bright whimsical tunnels, arches and other features sporting orange and blue colors.

Julie Weston to Offer a Peek Behind Cover of Her Historical Novels

Hailey author Julie Weston will discuss how she researches her historical Nellie Burns and Moonshine novels Thursday at Hailey Town Center West.

Free Range Poets to Read at Historic Hailey Home

Seven local poets will touch hearts and challenge the intellect from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. at the Sun Valley Museum of Art’s historic Hailey House,

Ski Joring Organizers Prove the Show Must and Can Go On

Organizers wrestled with whether to stage the annual Wood River Extreme Ski Joring competition this year, given the lack of snow in Bellevue.

India Dinner to Help Send Compassionate Leaders to South Africa

Treat your tummy to some authentic Indian cuisine and be part of a movement to send Compassionate Young Leaders out into the world on a mission of global compassion.

Bike-a-Thon to Raise Money for Wood River Valley Hospice

You’ll feel like you’re getting somewhere when you take part in the Ride of Your Life Bike-A-Thon.

Nardagani Wants to Help More Learn to Read

Narda Pitkethly has gone into Idaho prisons to teach reading to those who struggled through 20 or 30 years of life without knowing how to read.

Kindercup Open to Future Olympians

Got a kiddo who’s been chanting “Faster, faster, faster!” since watching the Winter Olympics?

Boarding for Breast Cancer Coming to Dollar Mountain

A new event is coming to Dollar Mountain and it benefits breast cancer research.

The Duality of Modern Day El Salvador

Over the years, El Salvador has transformed from a place of fear to one of unexpected beauty.

Hailey Girl is Looking for a Bone Marrow Match

A simple swab on the cheek could help save a young Hailey girl who was diagnosed with a rare immune disorder four years ago.

Ford Rixon and Elise Eng Claim Arkoosh Cup

Ford Rixon doubled down to claim the men’s title and Elise Eng claimed the girl’s title at the 2026 Rotarun Arkoosh Cup held on President’s Day.

Celebrate Galena Lodge and BCRD Trails

The BCRD is kicking off its silver anniversary year today with Ski and Snowshoe Free Day on the North Valley Trails and complimentary French fries, beer and hot chocolate at Galena lodge.

Contra Dance and Potluck Tonight

Come for the potluck dinner and stay for the dance when the Hailey Grange hosts a Contra Dance tonight—Saturday, Feb. 21.

SVSEF Alpine Racers Climb Podium Despite Challenging Snow Conditions

The Alpine U14 IMD girls from the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation ran their races. Then they had to put in some extra work climbing the podium.

SVCI Watch Party Cheers Hilary Knight to Thrilling Victory

Sun Valley’s Hilary Knight was at the forefront of a thrilling gold medal game between Team USA and archrival Canada Thursday.

Kiwanis Club Throws Party to Celebrate 48 Tons of Cans

Celebrate the Can Man on Tuesday when the Kiwanis Club of Hailey and the Wood River Valley holds a party to celebrate a milestone in raising money for kids in the Wood River Valley.

Ketchum Chef to Compete in Guy Fieri’s Tournament of Champions

Britt Rescigno, Fiamma’s chef and co-founder, is returning to Guy Fieri’s Tournament of Champions on the Food Network.

Mardi Gras Party Warms a Snowy Sun Valley Eve

The snow falling on the streets of Ketchum hardly evoked thoughts of Mardi Gras, the day of indulgence before the season of Lent.

Chef Cynthia Nims to Serve Free Appetizers and Talk Shellfish at SVCI Open House

Seattle seafood expert Cynthia Nims will share complimentary appetizers while discussing her latest book “Essential Shellfish” during a free Open House from 4 to 6 p.m. tonight—Thursday, Feb. 19—at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute in Ketchum.

Nick Gardiner Shows Versatility in Junior National Qualifier Nordic Races

Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation Cross Country athletes from the Prep, Comp, and Post Grad teams delivered a strong weekend of racing at the IMD Junior National Qualifier held Feb. 7-8 at Trail Creek in Wilson, Wyo.

Patrons Open Their Heart for Kids with Cancer at Share Your Heart Ball

Tod Burton acted like a carnival barker, trying to get women in glamorous gowns and men in tuxes to throw plastic axes at a bullseye for a chance to win two nights at Sun Valley Resort and other prizes.

DL Evans Bank to Host February Business After Hours

Learn about the projects the Hailey Rotary has going when DL Evans Bank hosts a Business After Hours on Thursday.

Caritas Chorale Stages a Flash Mob

Those out for a Gallery Walk Friday night found themselves in the middle of a music mash-up, as well.

Sun Valley’s Pete Sonntag Gives Update on Lift Project, World Cup and Snowmaking

Expect the River Run side of Bald Mountain to close on April 6—the day after Easter—to make way for two new chairlifts on the mountain.

St. Luke’s to Offer Mobile Mammograms in Bellevue and Shoshone

A 50-foot mobile breast health clinic is rolling into Bellevue on Thursday to bring advanced 3D mammography to patients who may otherwise face long travel times for routine screening.

SVSEF Speed Skiers Climb Podium

While four Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation alumni have been showcasing their skills as some of the best of the world’s skiers and snowboarders at the 2026 Winter Olympics, younger SVSEF athletes are showcasing their skills on snow, as well.