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Idaho Falls volleyball wins first state title since 2015

Plus, Idaho's $186 million rural health push and a Capitol Christmas Tree stop in Idaho Falls on Friday.

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Idaho Falls volleyball sweeps Pocatello to win its first 5A state title since 2015

Idaho Falls swept the 5A final and won every set by 10+ points

33-9
record listed for the top-seeded Tigers
3-0
sweep of Pocatello in the final
10+ points
winning margin in each set of the final

Source: Post Register

If you've been waiting on a state trophy, Idaho Falls volleyball has one. The Tigers won the 5A title Saturday, Oct. 31, at Post Falls High School, sweeping Pocatello in the final. Local News 8 reports it's their first state title since 2015.

The Tigers did drop a set in their semifinal against No. 2 Pocatello, their first set loss since Oct. 8, and still won in four. Head coach Jayde Jenkins said, “The expectation was to win state, and however that was meant to be.” Senior outside hitter Leah Thomas said, “We accomplished all of our goals this season.”

  • Last year: the Tigers failed to reach the state tournament
  • Key players: Thomas, Amaya Castaneda, Caroline Rolston and Brittni Livingston

Idaho Falls, Pocatello and Bonneville took the top 5A spots

PlaceTeam
FirstIdaho Falls
SecondPocatello
ThirdBonneville

Source: Local News 8

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Gov. Little says Idaho has awarded $186 million in Year 1 rural health grants

If you rely on a small-town hospital, there's money headed its way. Gov. Brad Little visited in Blackfoot on Monday, Nov. 2, and announced the state has completed the awards for Year 1 of the . It's part of close to $1 billion over five years from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

$186 millionin Year 1 rural health grants Idaho has awarded

The state has completed the awards for the first year of the program.

Source: Idaho State Journal

Local News 8 reports the money is going toward a variety of projects and that Idaho is expected to receive $186 million every year through 2030. Little said, “Whether you live in Idaho Falls, Rigby, Rexburg, Salmon or other small communities miles from the nearest hospital, you deserve quality healthcare.”

  • Funding source: H.R. 1, the Working Families Tax Cuts Act
  • Projects: maternity care, emergency care, cardiovascular modernization
  • Year 1 funds follow five goals, including workforce recruitment and training

$50 billionfederal rural health program, spread across all 50 states

Congress set the money aside through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act.

Source: Local News 8

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News Notes

Christmas tree

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree stops in Idaho Falls on Friday, Nov. 6. The free event runs 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Idaho Falls Public Library parking lot and along Capital Avenue. Idaho State Journal

Thursday's open house, Friday's tree and Gaffigan tickets all land this week

  1. Nov. 5Open house on 15th East and 49th South safety plans runs 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
  2. Nov. 5Jim Gaffigan tickets go on pre-sale at 10 a.m.
  3. Nov. 6Gaffigan tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m.
  4. Nov. 6U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree event runs 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Idaho Falls.
  5. Jan. 21Jim Gaffigan performs at the .

Sources: Idaho State Journal, Post Register, Local News 8, East Idaho News

Intersection

If you drive 15th East and 49th South, an open house Thursday will show proposed safety improvements. Drop in between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. at the Bonneville County Fairgrounds Carriage House, 1542 E. 73rd S. Post Register

Gaffigan

Comedian Jim Gaffigan brings his “Everything Is Wonderful Tour” to the on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2027. Local News 8 reports tickets go on pre-sale Thursday, Nov. 5, at 10 a.m., and to the general public Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. You can buy them at Ticketmaster.com or the center's box office. East Idaho NewsLocal News 8

INL award

's Advanced Test Reactor facility received a $7 million award to advance next-generation nuclear fuels. It's one of eight projects in the $50 million HORNIG program. Post Register

Cross country

The Skyline boys won their third straight 5A cross country title Saturday at the Portneuf Wellness Complex in Pocatello. Senior Davis Roberts was the state runner-up. Post Register

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Over 100 vendors and a head start on holiday shopping. The Fall Bazaar craft fair is in its 16th year and is at Bonneville High School from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, and kicks off the festive spirit with local shopping. Bring a big bag.

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Idaho Falls volleyball wins first state title since 2015

Plus, Idaho's $186 million rural health push and a Capitol Christmas Tree stop in Idaho Falls on Friday.

The TLDR

  1. Idaho Falls volleyball wins its first 5A title since 2015
  2. Idaho has awarded $186 million in Year 1 rural health grants
  3. U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree stops in Idaho Falls Friday
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