Paddling Southern Idaho

Paddling Southern Idaho

When I tell friends who live outside the area that Southern Idaho offers a display of beautiful scenery, they give me a strange look. “Southern Idaho?” they scoff. “Isn’t Southern Idaho just covered with sagebrush?” Of course, outsiders only know the view of...
Dry Creek Outfitters

Dry Creek Outfitters

It’s an overcast autumn morning on the Milner stretch of the Snake River. Just before dawn, the Burley Golf Course Marina is overrun with trucks and boats, lined up for inspection. This is a rarity for a bass tournament — having tournament officials scour your...
Oakley Rocks

Oakley Rocks

You’ve seen it hauled out by the truckload. It’s the same outdated stone material your grandfather’s hearth was made out of in the 1970s – or is it? Today, the average homeowner can’t afford to install real stone in or around their home – or can they? We set out to...
Maryanne’s Own

Maryanne’s Own

When Maryanne Barrott explains her line of body care products, she lifts her chin and straightens her back. She becomes more than just a teen who drives an older model Astrovan – she is transformed into the award-winning entrepreneur she is; empowered and confident,...
Tri the Spudman

Tri the Spudman

In 1987 the Burley Lions Club Spudman Triathlon attracted 87 participants who swam 1.5K, biked 40K or ran a 10K.  Some did it all.  Ron Ploger, Burley Recreation Director, wanted to see if he could organize an event with three races going on at one time. “I also...