by WEB Admin | Aug 2, 2008 | Our People
Photos and Story by Trent Howie The son of a second-generation farmer, Jake Weimer grew up on a sugar beet farm. The Weimer family has a long history of working the soil in Rupert, but Jake’s idea of cultivating the dirt is a little different than his grandfather’s....
by Ryan Howe | Aug 1, 2008 | In Business
When the Mickelsen family of Rupert decided to diversify its 1,100-acre beet, grain and bean farm, growing hydroponic and pesticide-free tomatoes seemed like the “natural” choice. “We thought it would be a good idea not to have all our eggs in one basket,” says Ramie...
by WEB Admin | Aug 1, 2008 | Getting-Out
I’m too old for that kind of exercise” was the first excuse that flew out the window for over 900 students enrolled in Over 60 & Getting Fit classes held at 10 sites throughout Southern Idaho. The classes are sponsored by the College of Southern Idaho, in...
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...
