Stories from Thursday, April 26, 2018

On April 18 the Elmore County Planning and Zoning Commission met for a continuation hearing to discuss the proposed Blue Sage Subdivision. The proposed subdivision will be located on Frontage Road within the City of Mountain Home's area of impact. Jim Carrie is planning to develop 65 acres into 53 residential lots ranging in size from one to two acres each. There will also be around six common lots used for landscaping...

This is the last time where taxes will be paid under the more complicated old federal tax system that takes more of your hard-earned income. When you file next year, rate reductions will be among the more clearly felt benefits of tax reform. The positive outcomes of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act are continuing to take shape, but the advantages—including bonuses and wage increases; business investment, productivity and job growth; boosts to retirement assets and other investments; and time and resources savings through filing simplification—are making a difference in our economy. ...

Fishing season is upon us, and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game has been working diligently to stock the local reservoir. As of April 12, the Mountain Home Reservoir has been stocked with 3,551 rainbow trout. Officials from the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation are urging all boaters and paddlers to wear life jackets while on the water. ...

Paula A Bluemer, 60, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at University Medical Center Health System in Lubbock, TX after a short illness. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service and inurnment will take place at a later date. Paula Ann Vaagen was born July 16, 1957 in Richardton, ND, the daughter of Merle and Marlys (Pletan) Vaagen. ...