August 2011

2nd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta

The gun goes off and suddenly the calm water of Dierkes Lake surrenders to the chaos of paddling oars. Smoke puffs from the the mouth of a long-necked dragon as it takes the lead. A lonely alligator falls behind, but a great white shark gives chase, pulling up alongside the dragon as they round the [...]

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Declo Maple Bars

In the quiet cool morning hours of fair time in Southern Idaho, the heat is turned on deep frying cookers while volunteers crack eggs, heat water, measure yeast, sugar and flour.  Mixers whirr as Cassia County’s famous Maple Bars begin taking shape. By 9:30 a.m. golden delicious Maple Bars drenched in sweet maple frosting are [...]

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The Cup Cake

The cupcake trend has hit Southern Idaho. Recently, shop owner Jeannie Fields opened The Cup Cake, which offers affordable indulgent gourmet cupcakes. Recognizing the need for this niche market, Jeannie stated her goal was to create a “hip, fun and trendy, but not overwhelming cupcakerie for Twin Falls.” Two years ago Jeannie sold her businesses [...]

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Pomerelle Star Party

When Magic Valley Astronomical Society created a star party on top of Pomerelle Mountain Ski Resort in Southern Idaho, they brought star gazing to new heights. The 8,000-foot elevation atop Pomerelle creates a “sweet spot” for star gazers, says Chris Anderson, Faulkner planetarium specialist at College of Southern Idaho. “Visibility of stars is clearer at [...]

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Features

Photo © Jason Lugo

The gun goes off and suddenly the calm water of Dierkes Lake surrenders to the chaos of paddling oars. Smoke puffs from the the mouth of a long-necked dragon as it takes the lead. A lonely alligator falls behind, but a great white shark gives chase, pulling up alongside the dragon as they round the [...]

Photo © Jason Lugo

In the quiet cool morning hours of fair time in Southern Idaho, the heat is turned on deep frying cookers while volunteers crack eggs, heat water, measure yeast, sugar and flour.  Mixers whirr as Cassia County’s famous Maple Bars begin taking shape. By 9:30 a.m. golden delicious Maple Bars drenched in sweet maple frosting are [...]

Getting-Out

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When Magic Valley Astronomical Society created a star party on top of Pomerelle Mountain Ski Resort in Southern Idaho, they brought star gazing to new heights. The 8,000-foot elevation atop Pomerelle creates a “sweet spot” for star gazers, says Chris Anderson, Faulkner planetarium specialist at College of Southern Idaho. “Visibility of stars is clearer at [...]

In Business

Photo © Jason Lugo

The cupcake trend has hit Southern Idaho. Recently, shop owner Jeannie Fields opened The Cup Cake, which offers affordable indulgent gourmet cupcakes. Recognizing the need for this niche market, Jeannie stated her goal was to create a “hip, fun and trendy, but not overwhelming cupcakerie for Twin Falls.” Two years ago Jeannie sold her businesses [...]

At Home

Photo © Jason Lugo

I must admit I have never understood people who refuse to share their recipes, or the cooks that give you a copy but leave out that one special ingredient that makes their version just a little better. Often I am asked for a recipe, consider it a compliment and gladly give out copies. As each [...]

Moments

Photo © Jason Lugo

Southwest of Buhl Idaho located in the Salmon Falls Creek Canyon stands the natural phenomenon Balanced Rock. Over 48 feet tall and weighing 40 tons, the rock balances on a pedestal only 3 feet by 17 inches. The Salmon Falls Canyon is best viewed from a kayak (read our kayaking story here). To get here [...]

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