by Lisa Dayley | Oct 1, 2008 | Getting-Out
It’s anyone’s guess whether the historic Albion Normal School is haunted, but it will definitely be filled with spooks in October. When the Albion Heritage Group – consisting of three Idaho families – purchased the property in October of 2007, they set out...
by Blair Koch | Aug 1, 2008 | Features, Events
Caramel apples, Ferris wheels and buckin’ broncs. Summer just wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the county fair. From pig wrestling to 4-H and FFA, Southern Idaho folks know how to pull off this traditional treat. Note: This story was published in...
by WEB Admin | May 1, 2008 | Features
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...
by Ryan Howe | May 1, 2008 | Features, Hunt & Fish, Events
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...
by WEB Admin | May 1, 2008 | Getting-Out
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...
