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July 25, 2025 12:40 PM
Filmmaker Jared Hess believes being authentic and creating things he genuinely enjoys will form everyday truths that resonate with audiences.

“I always feel that if you’re doing anything authentic, inevitably there’s going to be some truth to it,” Hess said. “And that truth is going to be what lasts and connects with people.”
July 24, 2025 04:36 PM
Samantha Wescott and her husband Kyle, owners of Renegade Axe, decided to take on a family business in addition to their jobs being parents of four.
July 24, 2025 03:18 PM
Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls will debut an event for the community, where people can expect local vendors and artisans, local food trucks and other options, as well as activities for all ages both indoors and outdoors.
July 23, 2025 05:21 PM
Idaho’s efforts to strengthen reading skills are paying off, and State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield says continued support for teachers is key to keeping that momentum going.
July 23, 2025 02:27 PM
Mayerling Linton began Bocados, with her family and is inspired to share the food she loved to make with her grandmother as a child. The Lintons serve arepas, a popular, and gluten free, and Venezuelan food made from pre-cooked cornmeal, water, salt and served with savory meat.
July 22, 2025 05:00 PM
YMCA is looking for more volunteers for it's up-and-coming back to school season.
July 22, 2025 03:45 PM
A new outdoor movie company is launching at Porter Park starting Aug. 1, thanks to Projex, a local production company founded by two students. The free events aim to bring the Rexburg community together and are currently seeking sponsors to help enhance the movie-night experience.
July 22, 2025 02:16 PM
Kimi Rinderknecht, the owner of Rexburg’s Twisted Sugar, feels it is her calling to make people feel like they can do anything, and opening Twisted Sugar has allowed her to do just that.
July 21, 2025 02:11 PM
The owner of Cow Friend Soap, Alisha Benson, found herself in dark place. It was a special cow’s friendship that helped her find a way to happiness once again.
July 17, 2025 02:09 PM
Libbie Brown wanted a way to make an income and raise her daughter at home, so she created a sourdough business. She now sells a variety of sourdough products from scones to cinnamon rolls.