Community & Lifestyle
Wendell City Council News
In an effort to inform people about what is going on in our communities I will try to post information about city and county government happenings as I come across it. I know it is available through many sources, but hope that this will become the place where you can stay abreast of what is [...]
Read More...Idaho Banks Strength Helps Support the State’s Economy
Robb Hicken wrote in an article in the Idaho Business Review that :Banks in Idaho look bright: Despite challenges, banks move forward”. He discusses the benefits of having sound Idaho banks to Idaho’s economy and some of the challenges the state faces as the economy recovers.
Read More...Community College Provides Healthcare Education
The community college in Twin Falls, College of Southern Idaho is helping to alleviate the shortage of healthcare workers. Area communities will benefit from the training many of these students receive who plan to stay in our communities. It is also a benefit for students who are changing careers, either by choice or because of [...]
Read More...Idaho School for the Deaf and Blind asset to Gooding, Idaho
One of the largest employers in the City of Gooding also provides an excellent education for youth who are deaf or blind. Learn about the Idaho School for the Deaf and Blind on their website.
Read More...Learn more about Magic Valley Communities
When considering moving to a community it is helpful to see what is going on in that commmunity at the governing and Chamber of Commerce levels. We are would like to provide links to the Magic Valley community websites and blogs below:
City of Hagerman
Hagerman Chamber
City of Jerome
City of Kimberly
City of Buhl
City of Twin Falls [...]
Taxes in Idaho
Just read an article in the Idaho Business Review about a study that says Idaho’s tax burden is the sixth lowest per capita. It is great to be able to live in Idaho where the quality of life is so positive and our tax burden is lower than so many other states. To read more [...]
Read More...Keep Thousand Springs State Park Open
One of the concerns when the State of Idaho bought several properties along Billingsley Creek was the on going maintenance that would be required to keep the properties from becoming weed patches and thus eyesores. The state combined these properties with other parks in the area to form what became known as Thousand Springs State Park. The park is an asset to the community of Hagerman , providing a venue for Blues in the Park, a weekend Flea Market, Annual 1000 Springs Art Show, fun runs, and chamber events to name a few. If the state closes the many segments of this park it is in jeopardy of becoming the eyesore that was feared and thus a detriment to this delightful community. There are enough challenges to small communities in these times, that we don’t need the state to through another cog in the wheel. It is important to find a way to keep the park system open. A Times News article today says, “everything is on the table as the state of Idaho tries to shrink government services to fit declining tax revenues.
Read More...Catch and Release on Silver Creek
Since 2007 there has been an advisory not to eat fish from Silver Creek because of elevated mercury levels. The levels were reported in error and the advisory has been lifted. Although the lifting of the advisory is good, I don’t advocate the harvest of fish caught in this world renowned trophy trout fishery. Practicing Catch and Release fishing helps to insure fishery’s longevity. Besides that if you practice catch and release, you never reach your limit and can fish all day instead of just a few hours. Read the entire article .
Read More...Try some yummy Tex-Mex at Thunderbird Restaurant in Hagerman!
Thunderbird Restaurant, located at 120 Main Street West in the scenic town of Hagerman, has great Tex-Mex food with a casual, colorful atmosphere. Shaded outdoor dining is available during the summer months. They also have 2 rooms for private parties
Read More...Hagerman Valley Source of Alligator and Trout for Restaurants
Alligator is a unique meat that is just another product of the Hagerman Valley . The springs and geothermal water in the Hagerman Valley make it ideal for raising a variety of fish also. I’ve seen trout from Buhl, Idaho on menus in our nation’s capital and recently in San Diego. Sometimes we forget about the by-products of this special this valley, that not many areas can boast. A recent article in the Idaho Statesman about Sweetwater’s Tropic Zone Restaurant talks about their use of Hagerman alligator: “The most fun and unique dish is the alligator chili ($12 lunch and dinner), served with thin-sliced fresh jalapenos, a healthy dollop of sour cream and the option of a fried egg on top.
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