Stories from Wednesday, November 22, 2017

After the successful recall of former WECRD Board Members Art Nelson and Judy Mayne on election night the questions started. Who and how will they be replaced? According to state statutes it is Governor C. L. "Butch" Otter's job to choose an appointee for the position. ...

A lengthy Elmore County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was held the evening of Nov. 15 to discuss two conditional use permits. For the full story, pick up a copy of the Mountain Home News or click on this link to subscribe to the newspaper's online edition...

Mountain Home High School senior Dante Haeberle won the Idaho State Soil and Water Conservation District Speech contest Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the State Capitol. For the full story, pick up a copy of the Mountain Home News or click on this link to subscribe to the newspaper's online edition...

Mountain Home citizen Scott Riggs was charged with felony first degree murder on Aug. 25, 2017 in connection with the death of Paula Ferbrache — his case is ongoing. After the original preliminary trial on Oct. 6 was rescheduled due to a continuance, various search warrants, affidavits and motions were filed. Riggs' first preliminary hearing was held last Friday, which included a barrage of law enforcement personnel to ensure "everything went smoothly," according to Sheriff Mike Hollinshead...

In a time where we're all consumed with work, I think it's beneficial to have something you can turn to, a relaxing activity to help take away workplace stress - a hobby. Not only are hobbies a useful way to pass the time, it gives you a chance to be creative and express yourself...

Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to attend the 34th Annual Water Law and Resource Issues seminar held by the Idaho Water Users Association. The two day seminar was incredibly informative and I’m glad I attended. I left thinking seriously about how these discussions applied to those of us living in southwest Idaho near the Snake River...

Do Christmas shopping in style this year by participating in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25, sponsored by American Express. This annual event falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, reminding shoppers to stop by their local small businesses. Use #ShopSmall to promote Mountain Home stores. For the full story, pick up a copy of the Mountain Home News or click on this link to subscribe to the newspaper's online edition...