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1. What hunters need to know about CWD requirements for 2026 (idaho.gov) — Hunters heading into Units 64 and 69 near Idaho Falls in 2026 now face mandatory testing for chronic wasting disease in harvested deer, making this a key rule change for local sportsmen. The update explains which units remain under testing, which were removed after clean results, and how Idaho Fish and Game relies on hunter-submitted samples to track the disease statewide. Plan your hunts knowing where testing is required and how to comply.
2. Two local men die after jet boat overturns on Snake River below Palisades Dam (idahostatejournal.com) — Two eastern Idaho men died after their jet boat overturned on the Snake River below Palisades Dam, with both later passing away at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. Local deputies, Swan Valley firefighters, Idaho Falls Ambulance crews, bystanders, and rescue divers all worked to free and treat the victims, while a third passenger, a woman, escaped without injury.
3. Best States for Veterans: Idaho (gijobs.com) — If you're a veteran considering your next move, Idaho Falls stands out here as a smaller city with strong engineering, technology, and healthcare opportunities plus quick access to outdoor recreation. The piece explains Idaho's fast growth, rising housing costs, and veteran-specific benefits, then singles out Idaho Falls as a smart option for technically skilled vets who still want mountains, open space, and a manageable community size.
4. Ground Broken for the Coeur d'Alene Idaho Temple (churchofjesuschrist.org) — Latter-day Saints have broken ground on a new temple in Coeur d'Alene, adding to a network of 11 temples across Idaho that already includes one in Idaho Falls. For local members, it highlights the growing statewide temple presence and reinforces Idaho Falls' ongoing role as a key temple location serving families throughout eastern Idaho.
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