🗳️ ELECTION DAY IN IDAHO
It’s Election Day in Idaho, and while odd-year races fly under the radar, they’re some of the most important — deciding mayors, councils, and school boards. Yet young voters remain scarce, making up just 15% of registered voters. Idaho’s Young Democrats and Young Republicans say every vote counts in these tight local races — urging young Idahoans to show up and shape their communities. Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For sample ballots and voting information, visit voteidaho.gov.
🎓 RECORD ENROLLMENT AT BOISE STATE AND U OF I
Boise State and the University of Idaho both set new enrollment records this fall. Boise State’s total hit 28,519 students — its largest class ever, with Idaho students leading the growth. Meanwhile, U of I reached 12,383 students, marking its fifth straight year of growth and the second-largest freshman class in school history.
⛽ IDAHO GAS PRICES DROP AGAIN
Idaho gas prices continue to slide — down another five cents this week. AAA says the average gallon of regular now costs $3.35 statewide, 14 cents cheaper than a month ago. Nationally, prices sit at $3.04. AAA’s Matthew Conde says prices could stabilize soon, but for now, Idaho drivers are enjoying some holiday savings.
🌊 SHOSHONE FALLS PARK CLOSED FOR FLOODING
Access to Shoshone Falls Park is closed to all vehicles and pedestrians due to flooding over the roadway. Parks crews are using sandbags and tarps to prevent erosion, and officials say the area is unsafe until further notice.
🐚 NO QUAGGA MUSSELS FOUND IN SNAKE RIVER
State agriculture officials say no viable quagga mussels have been found in the Snake River near Twin Falls since this fall’s copper-based treatment. The invasive species was first detected in 2023, and crews recently completed a two-week eradication effort. Officials say ongoing testing and inspections will continue into next year.
⚖️ IDAHO SUPREME COURT TO HEAR CASES IN TWIN FALLS
The Idaho Supreme Court will hear two cases tomorrow at the Judicial Building in Twin Falls. As part of its traveling court program, the justices hold sessions statewide to give Idahoans a firsthand look at the judicial process. The hearings are open to the public.
👦 MICHAEL VAUGHAN SUSPECT TO BE EXTRADITED TO IDAHO
A suspect in the Michael Vaughan case has waived extradition in Arizona. Court records show Stacey Wondra agreed to be transferred to Idaho to face murder, kidnapping, and evidence destruction charges in the 2021 disappearance of 5-year-old “Monkey” Vaughan of Fruitland. Wondra must be extradited to Payette County within 30 days.
🏐 SPORTS
District Four All-Star Volleyball Game Tonight
The 2025 District Four All-Star Volleyball Game is tonight at 6 at Twin Falls High School, featuring 32 of the Magic Valley’s best players from 19 schools — from Canyon Ridge to Castleford. It’s one final showcase following last weekend’s state tournaments, with a round-robin format of one-set matches to 25. Among the standouts is Wood River’s Ellie Sandoz, the area’s only Division I commit, heading to Pepperdine University.
State Cross Country Highlights
Twin Falls junior Raelee Richardson captured her second straight 5A girls state cross country title, winning in 17 minutes, 25 seconds — nearly 40 seconds ahead of the field. The Bruins also placed second as a team. Other top local finishes included Oakley’s Mia Bowen, Declo’s Brelyn Ewell, and Jerome’s Brielle Driscoll.
On the boys’ side, Sun Valley’s John Harris, Valley’s Eoin Schulze, and Carey’s David O’Crowley all earned top-10 finishes.
CSI Volleyball Opens Region 18 Play
The College of Southern Idaho volleyball team opens Region 18 Tournament play Wednesday at 7 p.m. against Snow College at Salt Lake Community College. The Golden Eagles are the No. 2 seed, with Salt Lake and USU Eastern meeting earlier at 4. Winners advance to Thursday’s championship at 1 p.m., with national tournament berths on the line in next week’s district playoffs.
Boise State Basketball Opens with Split Results
Boise State men’s basketball dropped its season opener Monday night, falling 79–78 to Hawaii Pacific at Extra Mile Arena. The Broncos shot 42 percent from the field, led by newcomer Dylan Andrews with 15 points and nine assists. Freshman Spencer Ahrens added 14, and Drew Fielder scored 13 with seven rebounds. The loss snapped Boise State’s four-game streak in season openers.
Meanwhile, the Boise State women opened with a 59–51 win over Eastern Oregon. Sophomore Libby Hutton posted her first career double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds. The Broncos host Utah Valley and San Francisco next.
Vandals Stun Washington State
The Idaho men Vandals opened their basketball season with a statement win, knocking off Washington State 83–81 in Pullman — their first victory over the Cougars since 2017. Kristian Gonzalez led Idaho with 18 points, while Jack Payne grabbed seven rebounds. Four Idaho starters hail from the Gem State, and the Vandals drained 11 threes to extend their national streak of five-plus triples to 47 games.
🌦️ WEATHER
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. West southwest wind 5 to 8 mph becoming north in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. East wind 5 to 7 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. East wind 5 to 9 mph becoming south southwest in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: 50% chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, low around 42. West southwest wind 8 to 10 mph.
Thursday: 20% chance of showers before 11 a.m. Mostly sunny, high near 54. West wind 9 to 13 mph.
Thursday Night: 20% chance of showers after 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, low around 40.
Friday: 40% chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, high near 54.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, low around 34.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 50.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 32.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 56.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, low around 37.
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 60
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