Popularity of infrared sauna workouts grows nationwide

News-Press NOW on September 27, 2025

Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With increased interest across the country in health and wellness, the use of infrared saunas for workouts is rising.

The growth in popularity is due to several factors, including health benefits. For example, sweat caused by the use of infrared energy removes up to seven times more toxins than regular sweat.

These types of saunas also promote reduced soreness, reduced stress, improved muscle recovery and can speed up workouts.

“15 minutes in one of our infrared saunas is the equivalent of working out for one hour in a traditional gym. So, if you have a busy schedule or you just need 15 minutes to get in and get that workout in, and then you can go,” said Katie Kinney, St. Joseph’s HOTWORX general manager.

Also, infrared sauna users can burn up to 800 calories in just a 30-minute infrared sauna workout, according to Sure Cure Physical Therapy and Wellness.

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Community shows support for annual Emotion Bowl

KIFI on September 26, 2025

Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls area is celebrating the 60th annual Emotion Bowl, where Idaho Falls High School and Skyline High School football teams play against each other.

“I’m going for the Skyline Grizzlies,” said Idaho Falls resident Stephanie Lamb. “Because my nephew plays on the team over there. I think they’ve got a great chance. They’ve done really good. Been working really hard.”

“I’m an alumni from Idaho Falls High School. My dad went to Idaho Falls High School. A lot of my family went to Idaho Falls,” said Idaho Falls Resident, Sadie Despot. “So we’re big Tiger fans over here.” 

Several local businesses show their support for either school by painting on their windows.

“Through the decades, we’ve always enjoyed letting the students paint the windows, if they’ve asked us. Whether it’s Skyline and/or [Idaho Falls],” said Idaho Falls resident Ken Despot.

The Emotion Bowl dates back to when Skyline High School split off from Idaho Falls High School in 1966. The rivalry over the game has been going strong ever since, but that makes it all the more fun for the community.

“It’s such a long-time, ongoing rivalry that they have. It’s just really important to everybody around here,” Lamb said.

“I just love the tradition of the whole thing,” said Sadie Despot.

“You’re just out there enjoying these young people who put so much effort into their craft, into football, into their sport,” Ken Despot said. “And just the rivalry itself is amazing.”

Since both schools share their football field, whichever team wins gets to paint the goal posts their school colors.

“We hope to see those goalposts turn orange sometime soon,” Sadie Despot said.

The Emotion Bowl kicks off Friday night at 7 p.m. at Ravsten Stadium.

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Potato harvest is on: Drivers urged to be cautious of farm equipment

KIFI on September 26, 2025

Ariel Jensen

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – It’s officially spud harvest season, and drivers are being reminded to be cautious on the roads.

Local drivers can find themselves stuck behind farming equipment on the road as it moves slowly. 

Potato truck crashes are common during this time of year.

Local News 8 has already reported on two potato truck crashes this year.

Area police say the best way to avoid a crash is to just be patient.

“With slow traffic ahead of you, be patient. Make sure you’re being safe in what you’re doing. If you’re impatient and you’re trying to pass that slow moving vehicle or farm equipment and you can’t see all the way around it, you’re adding risk to your travels. You’re adding risk to yourself and the people in your car. So, take your time, be patient, wait for a good spot, a safe spot to get around where you can adequately see down the road,” said Sgt. Bryan Lovell, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office.

If you do find yourself behind farming equipment on the road and you want to get ahead of it, it is recommended that you keep a distance between you and the truck so you can better see ahead. 

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SportsZone Football Friday highlights and scores: Week 5

KMIZ on September 26, 2025

ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Missouri high school football kicked off Week 5 of the 2025 season on Friday.

Scores from Mid-Missouri teams are posted below.

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A chance to say ‘thanks’: Bend Teacher Appreciation Dinner planned at Mountain Burger

KTVZ on September 26, 2025

KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Sunday, the Bend community will gather at Mountain Burger to celebrate the people who inspire the next generation—our teachers.

Hosted by National Solar, with support from Mountain Burger and Cascade Lakes Brewing, the Bend Teacher Appreciation Dinner will open its doors at 2747 Northwest Crossing Drive from 5:00 to 9:00 PM in a relaxed, open-house style event.

Educators attending will enjoy a free dinner from a special menu, while kids can choose from the full children’s menu. Guests 21 and over will also find complimentary beer provided by Cascade Lakes Brewing.

A family-friendly evening is planned with raffle prizes, good food, and a warm atmosphere designed to honor Bend’s dedicated teachers.

Attendance requires an online RSVP, and spaces are expected to fill quickly.

For many in the community, it’s more than just a meal—it’s a chance to say thank you to the teachers who give so much every day.

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Group to proceed in campaign to put ‘Missouri First’ map before voters, despite petitions’ rejection

KMIZ on September 26, 2025

Matthew Sanders

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Missouri Secretary of State’s Office has rejected three petitions submitted to get a newly redrawn congressional map before voters.

Secretary of State Denny Hoskins’ office released three rejection letters late Friday. The letters were addressed to Richard von Glahn, with Missouri Jobs with Justice, and said the three petitions submitted by the political action committee People Not Politicians did not comply with statutes.

A spokesperson for the office wrote that the petitions were rejected after consulting Attorney General Catherine Hanaway.

Von Glahn said Friday that the campaign to get the question on the ballot would still move forward with more than 400 people attending training sessions across the state on Saturday.

Campaign finance records show the group continues to raise money, taking in $550,000 on Sept. 13 alone — a $50,000 donation from the United Food and Commercial Workers union and $500,000 from Global Impact Social Welfare Fund in Washington, D.C.

“The attorney general illegally and incorrectly is offering an opinion to reject this petition,” von Glahn said. He said Hanaway’s opinion on the petition language cites the incorrect section of the Missouri Constitution.

The Republican-controlled Missouri General Assembly passed the new congressional map during a special session this month. The map would break up one of the state’s two safely Democratic congressional districts by splitting up the Kansas City area.

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Man dead after fatal car crash on Highway 101

KEYT on September 26, 2025

Caleb Nguyen

VENTURA, Calif. (KEYT) – A man died as a pedestrian in a fatal car crash on Highway 101, north of State Route 33, just before 11:30 p.m. Thursday, according to the Ventura CHP.

For unknown reasons, the pedestrian walked into a lane when the driver of a 2024 Honda hit them and caused fatal injuries from the crash, according to the CHP.

The 30-year-old woman from Oxnard pulled over to the shoulder and stopped after hitting the pedestrian, who was pronounced dead on impact by medical personnel, according to the CHP.

The pedestrian’s name is being withheld pending notification to next of kin and the crash is still under investigation, according to the CHP.

Two of three lanes on Highway 101 were closed for about 90 minutes following the crash and lanes were reopened at 1:30 a.m. Friday, according to the CHP.

Those with additional information on the crash should contact the Ventura area CHP at the following number.

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“He was my boyfriend”: Ellen DeGeneres honors Tayt Andersen after his passing

KIFI on September 26, 2025

Curtis Jackson

Ellen DeGeneres is mourning the loss of a beloved guest from her former talk show. Tayt Andersen, who appeared on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ multiple times, passed away at age 19 following complications from cancer and a recent infection. Tayd lived in Rigby when he appeared on the show.

Born with half a heart, Tayt underwent 12 surgeries before age 9 and found comfort in Ellen’s show during recovery. Ellen shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, recalling how Tayt jokingly called her his girlfriend, and she lovingly called him her boyfriend.

His family says Tayt died peacefully on September 26, surrounded by love. They described him as joyful and resilient, and said goodbye with his favorite movies and books.

Ellen, visibly emotional, said, “He brought joy and laughter into every room. I will miss him.”

The family has set up a GoFundMe page at https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-tayt-battle-cancer.

We dove into our archives and found a story when Tayt first met Ellen. You can watch that in the video above.

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Brunswick man charged with six counts of first-degree rape, several more felonies

KMIZ on September 26, 2025

Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A Brunswick man was charged in Chariton County with a slew of sex crimes on Thursday.

Kenneth Paul Jr. was charged with six counts of first-degree rape, two counts of first-degree sodomy, two counts of fourth-degree child molestation and a lone count of third-degree assault. He was arrested on Thursday and his being detained without bond.

Heavily redacted court documents allege that law enforcement was contacted on June 6 about repeated sexual assaults allegedly committed by Paul.

The complaint indicates he had sexually abused the victim from Dec. 8 2021-June 6, 2025.

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‘Numbers fluctuate year to year’: Central Oregon sets record for HIV diagnoses in 2024

KTVZ on September 26, 2025

Jillian Fortner

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon recorded 15 new HIV diagnoses in 2024, marking the highest annual total on record for the region.

Most of those cases were in Deschutes County, which has the largest population.

Deschutes County Health officials caution that case numbers can fluctuate from year to year. So far in 2025, fewer than five cases have been reported.

Deschutes County Health also notes that nearly 40 percent of the new diagnoses last year were considered late, meaning many individuals had unknowingly lived with HIV long enough for their immune systems to become weakened.

“Early symptoms might resemble the flu, or some individuals might be completely asymptomatic. So it really makes the regular testing extremely important here,” said said Jessie Hunsaker, STI/HIV regional epidemiologist for Deschutes County. 

The International Journal of Sexual Health reports that the rise of dating apps and online platforms has contributed to an increase in anonymous sexual encounters. Experts say this can make it more difficult to trace partners and contain the spread of infections.

“Apps do pose a new challenge for public health for things like partner notification services,” Hunsaker said.

According to End HIV Oregon, the state records about 200 new HIV cases each year. They estimate more than a thousand Oregonians may be living with the virus without knowing it.

“It’s important for people to know that with an effective medication, individuals can live long, healthy lives and effectively stop the spread of the virus to others,” said Hunsaker.

Free or low-cost STI and HIV testing is available in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties.

The Eastern Oregon Center for Independent Living (EOCIL) also provides local services for people living with HIV.

See upcoming dates for free STI/HIV testing in Bend here.

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