BYU-Idaho Radio

Idaho Falls District #91 has kicked off its 20th annual Souper Bowl, where Idaho Falls High School and Skyline High School compete to collect the most food and monetary donations for the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket. The weeklong rivalry-driven fundraiser aims to reach 100,000 cans to help local families facing food insecurity while continuing a long-standing community tradition.

Jason and Debbie Johnson spoke at the President’s Forum at BYU-Idaho last Thursday. The Johnsons are the owners of Quick Quack Car Wash, one of the largest car wash franchises in the United States.

Date Night brings out activities tried and true as it promises an evening full of things to do for both singles and couples.

Gray Augustus is the new executive director of the Idaho Falls Arts Council. He recently attended a meet and greet where he was able to better understand what the community wants from the local arts council.

Tanner Christensen is the director of the new film “Standout: The Ben Kjar Story.” The documentary follows the life of Ben Kjar as he endures and overcomes the trials he faces from living with Crouzon Syndrome.

Swans are migrating in Idaho this winter, and they are one of the many animal species included in the Endangered Species Act. One society at BYU-Idaho is conducting research to help keep the swan population healthy and thriving.

Elder Bruce C. Hafen and his wife, Marie, spoke to BYU-Idaho students about the importance of sacrifice. Elder Hafen shared a story about his lifelong friend, President Jeffery R. Holland, when he was at a crossroads when deciding if he should serve a mission or not. This sacrifice would go on to forever impact his life. Elder Hafen said the Lord requires sacrifices to help His disciples grow into who He expects them to be.

BYU battled No. 1 Arizona all night and nearly completed a late comeback before falling 86–83 at home. Despite the loss, the Cougars proved they can compete with the nation’s best as they prepare to face No. 14 Kansas next.

When hockey families in Eastern Idaho grew weary of traveling long distances and paying premium prices for their children to play, they came together to form the Snake River Youth Hockey Association. The organization became the first Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) sanctioned youth hockey league in Eastern Idaho, making the sport accessible without major financial or travel commitments.