BYU-Idaho Radio

Sugar-Salem High School has established itself as a dominant force in 4A athletics, with numerous state titles, including several from the boys’ basketball team. Led by head coach Shawn Freeman since 2013, the team has achieved consistent success, winning multiple championships. This season, the Diggers have started strong with a solid record and notable defensive improvements. They aim to continue their winning streak and to add another championship banner to their collection.

The Museum of Idaho, located in Idaho Falls, is preparing for a new exhibit next month following the Above and Beyond exhibit leaving on January 5.

The fires burning in southern California continue to spread, even affecting at least one BYU-Idaho student. Churches in the area are requesting prayers.

Rexburg has always been an active town and on Feb. 8 at 10 a.m., a Nordic ski cross-country race is happening at the Rexburg Winter Fest at the Teton Lakes Golf Course.

Senator Doug Ricks, R-Dist. 34, has served Idaho in the legislature for years now. A small business owner and former BYU-Idaho employee, in 2020, he finished his first term in the House of Representatives in Idaho. He’s now in his second term as a state senator for Idaho’s 34th District. Since then, he’s become the Vice Chair of Judiciary & Rules and a member of the Local Government and Taxation committee.

The Marshall Public Library in Pocatello has announced their annual 50/50 Challenge for kids, teens and adults.

Diane Bruce is the new president and CEO of the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce. She talks to BYU-Idaho Radio about her new position.

A photographer living in Idaho Falls will have one of his photos included in a special collection with the Department of the Interior.

In this episode of BYU-Idaho Radio’s The Spot Podcast, the hosts share stories from their Christmases of yesteryear.