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Here’s what’s making news across Southern Idaho this Tuesday morning. From road construction and rising gas prices to new school funding, election ballots and major developments south of Boise, there’s plenty happening across the Gem State.
Drivers across Southern Idaho can expect to continue encountering road work as major construction projects move forward in Twin Falls, Jerome and Gooding.
The Idaho Transportation Department says projects include improvements to pavement, traffic signals, sidewalks and other infrastructure. Several of the projects are expected to be completed by the end of the year.
If you're heading through one of the affected communities, be prepared for changing traffic patterns, construction zones and possible delays. 🚗🚧
Idaho's Proposition 1 is generating disagreement among some members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church leaders are urging opposition to the reproductive-rights measure, while some church members say they interpret church teachings differently. Proposition 1 will go before Idaho voters on November 3rd.
Idaho drivers are paying more at the pump.
According to AAA figures in the morning report, the statewide average for regular gasoline has reached $4.86 per gallon, up seven cents in one week.
In Twin Falls, the average is even higher at $4.95 per gallon. Diesel is averaging approximately $6.47 per gallon statewide. ⛽💸
With prices continuing to rise, commuters, truck drivers and anyone planning a road trip are feeling the impact.
The first absentee ballots for Idaho's November election are now being mailed.
County clerks began sending ballots Friday to voters who requested them, including military and overseas voters. State election officials say preparations are on track for the November 3rd general election. 🗳️📬
Three Idaho middle schools are receiving new student-support funding through the BARR program.
The Albertson Family Foundation is providing $700,000 for the program at Jenifer Middle School in Lewiston, Meridian Middle School and Taylorview Middle School in Idaho Falls. The schools are also receiving additional support from the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation.
A license plate reader camera in Carey will be removed, according to Blaine County Sheriff Morgan Ballis.
Ballis says the sheriff's office also will not automatically renew its Flock Safety contract when it expires in March. The public will have an opportunity to weigh in before any future agreement is considered. 📷🚔
A massive data center project is being proposed on public land south of Boise.
Rhea Data, a subsidiary of Nevada-based Arevia Power, is proposing a facility covering approximately four million square feet on about 3,700 acres of public land.
The project would also include a natural-gas power plant. A federal environmental review is now underway. 💻🏗️
A 19-year-old Nampa man, Michael Dudley, is being held on a $1 million bond after being accused of killing his stepfather in New Plymouth.
Dudley is charged with first-degree murder in the death of 47-year-old Howard Schofield IV.
According to the report, if convicted, Dudley could face life in prison or the death penalty. ⚖️
A 41-year-old woman, Alyssa Anderson, is facing felony charges following a crash that killed a 14-year-old Middleton High School student.
Anderson is accused of driving under the influence and leaving the scene. If convicted on both charges, she could face up to 20 years in prison.
It was another busy night on the Southern Idaho sports scene.
Kimberly remained unbeaten with a 1-0 victory over Wendell, with Hannah Fisher scoring the game's only goal.
Filer shut out Bliss 3-0, powered by a hat trick from Bellaine Nava.
Other results included:
⚽ Sun Valley Community School 4, Declo 0
⚽ Wood River 2, Twin Falls 0
⚽ Columbia 1, Mountain Home 0
Bliss and Filer finished in a 2-2 tie.
Gooding defeated Buhl 2-1, while Wendell rolled past Kimberly 14-0. Edgar Tena scored four goals and Bryan Adriano added three.
Sun Valley Community School also posted a shutout, defeating Declo 5-0.
There's plenty more soccer on the schedule:
4:30 PM
⚽ Wood River at Twin Falls
7:00 PM
⚽ Mountain Home at Nampa
7:30 PM
⚽ Canyon Ridge at Highland
⚽ Minico at Jerome
On the girls' schedule, all three games begin at 4 PM:
⚽ Burley at Canyon Ridge
⚽ Jerome at Minico
⚽ Twin Falls at Wood River
Valley picked up its 12th win of the season with another sweep, beating Carey 3-0.
Other results:
🏐 Lighthouse Christian 3, Camas County 1
🏐 Hagerman 3, Filer JV 0
🏐 Castleford 3, Richfield 0
🏐 Rockland 3, Murtaugh 0
Hagerman's Addison Bingham led the Pirates with 10 kills.
6:30 PM
Mountain Home at Vallivue
Minico at Wood River
7:00 PM
Jerome at Burley
Gooding at Kimberly
7:30 PM
Twin Falls at Canyon Ridge
The University of Idaho women's soccer team picked up a 2-0 road shutout over UC Davis.
Payton Oelkers scored in the first half, while freshman Kalina Barbosa scored her first college goal shortly after halftime.
The Vandals improve to 6-2-1 and return home Friday to host Gonzaga. ⚽🏫
Meanwhile, Idaho State women's golf is tied for eighth after two rounds of the Yellowstone Intercollegiate.
Kaylie Parola leads the Bengals individually, sitting tied for 10th at five-over par. Idaho State wraps up the tournament today at Riverside Country Club. ⛳
It could be a little unsettled today before the sunshine returns.
🌧️ Tuesday: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 3 PM. High near 75°.
🌙 Tuesday Night: Mostly clear with a low around 49°.
☀️ Wednesday: Sunny and warmer, with a high near 81°.
🌙 Wednesday Night: Mostly clear with a low around 53°.
☀️ Thursday: Sunny and warmer again, with a high near 85°.
🌤️ Friday: Mostly sunny, high around 82°.
🌤️ Saturday: Mostly sunny and cooler, high near 70°.
🌤️ Sunday: Mostly sunny, high around 73°.
☀️ Monday: Sunny, with a high near 67°.
Stay with us throughout the day for the latest Southern Idaho news, weather and sports updates! 📻
