Stories from Thursday, May 14, 2020

Soil is tilled, crops are planted and now perhaps the most important part – watering! It is no secret that Elmore County is in the middle of a semi-arid desert region of southwest Idaho, meaning our annual amount of precipitation is approximately only 11 to 12 inches a year. ...

Health occupation students from Mountain Home High School competed in the 2020 Idaho HOSA State Leadership Conference this past week, and the results were overwhelmingly successful. 13 students competed and won a total of 16 medals. It is the best showing MHHS HOSA has ever had at the state competition...

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today that small businesses have a new resource to access masks, gloves, and sanitizer as the state enters Stage 2 of the four-stage Idaho Rebounds plan to safely and responsibly open Idaho’s economy. Idaho small businesses can obtain a 30-day supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for their employees and patrons at supplies.idaho.gov...

A message from Col. Richard Goodman regarding Friday's planned flyover salute to healthcare workers, first responders, and other essential personnel: Civic Leaders and Friends, The service members, civilians, and families of the Idaho military community appreciate the sacrifices made by all the essential workers to fight COVID-19 in the state of Idaho. We are showing that appreciation the best way we know how—with a flyover tribute dedicated to those on the front line during this pandemic...