Stories from Friday, August 3, 2018

The Backpack Bridge is a program used to help parents and teachers provide supplies for classrooms or students in need. The organization, led by founder Tami Mouser, looks to help local teachers teach without the financial stress. Whether its for a special project, supplies, snacks, sport fees, shoes or gloves and hats, Mouser and her organization tries to ensure a happy, stress-free learning environment...

The WECRD held it's monthly meeting on July 25 and Mayor Rich Sykes was in attendance to give an official offer for Railroad Park from the City of Mountain Home. The mayor had previously gotten approval from City Council to make an offer to the recreation district at their next board meeting...

Wauneta May Ellington, age 97, of Bruneau, passed away on July 29, 2018, at Grace Assisted Living in Boise. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, on Friday, August 10, 2018, at the Bruneau Cemetery, in Bruneau. Cremation was under the care of Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel, in Mtn Home...