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ISU AD Weighs in on Basketball Arena Announcement
Status: draft Idaho State University announced on Thursday a major financial commitment from Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) to build a new multi-purpose basketball and

LDS Church Donates $1 Million to Campaign Opposing Idaho’s Proposition 1
WIkimedia Commons Credit: Thisaccountis42 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated $1 million to the “Stop Prop 1” campaign, marking a major

Harvest Pictures
Neal and Julie asked listeners to send in their harvest pictures this morning.

DEBATE: Ehardt vs Marshall Clash on Economy, Education, Immigration
Incumbent Republican Representative Barb Ehardt and Democratic challenger Chance Marshall clashed over economic policies, education, and immigration during a live debate hosted by Neal Larson

Idaho Falls Zoo Opens Expansive New ‘Islands’ Exhibit
The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park officially opened its new “Islands” exhibit today, introducing a variety of new animal species, improved habitats, interactive learning

EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Barb Ehardt reacts to SCOTUS ‘Fairness’ ruling
https://newstalk1079.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/This-morning-The-Supreme-Court-of-the-United-States-upheld-Idahos-first-in-the-nation-law-protecti-20260630_130655.mp4#t=1 (WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a 6-3 ruling upholding Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, a decision that confirms the

EXCLUSIVE: I.F. Mayor Burtenshaw on nuclear development, road construction
Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw recently joined Neal Larson and Julie Mason on Newstalk 107.9 to discuss the region’s evolving energy landscape and upcoming infrastructure

Light the World Giving Machines Arrive in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS – A unique form of charitable giving has arrived in Idaho Falls for the holiday season. Three “Giving Machines,” sponsored by The Church

Locations Revealed for New Temples in Coeur d’Alene and Calabar, Nigeria
An artistic rendering of the Coeur d’Alene Idaho Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Credit: 2025 Intellectual Reserve (SALT LAKE CITY)
