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The first large-scale event of the semester at BYU-Idaho promises to be entertaining for new students and for those who are returning.

Randy Lords has spent 6 years with the district and takes pride in his district.

The Bluegrass on the Snake Festival returns to Rigby for its third year. Bluegrass musicians and fans come together to enjoy and play music. The event offers live performances from nine bluegrass groups, music workshops covering multiple instruments, an open mic performance, a band scramble competition, vendors and the chance to learn from and play with professional bluegrass musicians. 

Idaho Falls High School’s “Tigers Tie the Knot” and Skyline High School's “The Blue ‘I Do’” will celebrate couples during two football games this month.

The Montpelier Idaho Temple opens its doors to the public from Sept. 10 - 26 before the October 18 dedication.

Idaho State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield is proposing a new school funding formula designed to better reflect the needs of today's classrooms, replacing a model created in 1994. The proposal would increase the state's general fund investment by $127 million and make school funding more predictable and transparent ahead of the 2027 legislative session.

The BYU Cougars opened the 2026 season with a dominant 63-0 victory over Utah Tech, scoring touchdowns in nearly every phase of the game. BYU will look to carry that momentum into week two when the Cougars host the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Hundreds of vendors flock to the Eastern Idaho State Fair to provide fair food to thousands of visitors over the nine days. The fair also features three major headline artists.

Rexburg Cultural Arts is holding the Art Stroll, a free to attend event where people can enjoy works from local artists and learn about upcoming events and activities. The Art Stroll will be held at the Rexburg Romance Theater on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.