GoFundMe launched for widow of Idaho man and son killed in tragic ‘murder hornet’ attack

KIFI on November 13, 2025

Seth Ratliff

BONNERS FERRY/IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho community is rallying to support a local family following a devastating tragedy in Southeast Asia, where a Bonners Ferry woman’s husband and young son were attacked and killed by a swarm of what are believed to be Asian giant hornets.

Daniel Owen, 47, a native of Idaho Falls, and his 15-year-old son, Cooper Owen, died on October 15th after being stung hundreds of times by the aggressive insects while on vacation. The father and son were rushed to the Phakan Arocavet Clinic for emergency care following the attack, but did not survive.

RELATED: Idaho Falls Native and son die in ‘Murder Hornet’ attack while zip-lining in Southeast Asia

A wave of support has begun in Northern Idaho for Daniel Owen’s widow, Jessica Owen, and her mother, Nancy Wycoff, both natives of Bonners Ferry.

Bonners Ferry residents began a GoFundMe campaign earlier this month to help the family manage unexpected travel costs, funeral expenses, and financial stability during this difficult time.

Daniel Owen served as the Director of the QSI International School of Haiphong in Northern Vietnam. According to details shared in the fundraiser, both Jessica Owen and her mother are currently remaining in Vietnam to navigate the aftermath of the incident.

As of today, November 13, the fundraiser has gathered nearly $1,787 toward its $40,000 goal.

For more information on the GoFundMe, click HERE.

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Former Sturgeon cop who shot dog charged with trespassing; hearing scheduled for next week

KMIZ on November 13, 2025

Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A former police officer who shot and killed a 13-pound, blind-and-deaf dog last year in Sturgeon has been charged with a misdemeanor.

Myron Woodson, of Moberly, was charged on Thursday with misdemeanor first-degree trespassing for an alleged incident that occurred on Sept. 29. A court appearance is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Boone County Courthouse.

Court documents say Woodson was trespassed from a property owned by Bluffs Boone Retirement Home days prior.

The probable cause statement says Woodson arrived at the location on Sept. 24 as a “court document server to serve civil court papers” to a resident, but the manager was not sure how Woodson entered the building. The manager allegedly told Woodson to leave, but “Woodson acted as if he was some kind of Officer, and threatened to get” the victim arrested, the statement says.

Woodson arrived at the location again on Sept. 29 and was told to leave the property, the statement says. Police allegedly called Woodson and Woodson asked if he was trespassed, the statement says. Police told him to not go back to the property.

Woodson then went back to the property again and refused to leave when the manager told him to, but then stood by his vehicle, court documents say. Woodson allegedly told police he could not be arrested because he’s a “process server for Cole County,” the statement says.

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Bishop Diego standout Wynter Thorne-Thomsen signs with Pepperdine Beach Volleyball

KEYT on November 13, 2025

Mike Klan

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – It’s Wynter time for Pepperdine Beach Volleyball.

Bishop Diego High School senior Wynter Thorne-Thomsen signs to play for the Waves who have won two sand volleyball national titles in their program history.

“They like how I am a physical blocker,” began Thorne-Thomsen. “I’m tall, but I also play big, I use my height. I think that’s what drew them towards me, and then also being a good partner, it takes a lot to be with you and your teammate throughout everything, good and bad, you have to still look like you’re winning out there.”

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Get Protected: Eastern Idaho Public Health offers free Flu Vaccines Clinics

KIFI on November 13, 2025

Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — As the chill of winter creeps into Idaho and cold and flu season begins, Eastern Idaho Public Health is taking steps to ensure

Eastern Idaho Public Health will be holding several free flu clinics for uninsured or underinsured individuals across Eastern Idaho during November.

According to a CDC report, the 2024-2025 flu season reached the highest level of severity in influenza activity since 2018. The CDC concludes that the widespread circulation of the virus reinforces the importance of annual flu vaccinations.

“Vaccination is important for protecting yourself and your loved ones from illness,” adds Eastern Idaho Public Health. “Flu viruses are constantly changing, and flu vaccines may be updated from one season to the next to protect against the viruses that research suggests will be common this year.”

EIPH doctors emphasize that while some people who get vaccinated still get sick, flu vaccination has been shown in several studies to reduce the severity of illness.

Clinics will be held at each of the following EIPH office locations:

St Anthony | Wednesday, November 26th 8:00 am-11:30 am

45 South 2nd West, St. Anthony, ID 83445

Dubois | Thursday, November 13th 9:00am-4:00pm

332 West Main, Dubois, ID 83423

Driggs | Monday, November 17th 8:15am-4:30pm

820 Valley Centre Drive, Driggs, ID 83422

Rigby | Monday, November 17th, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

380 Community Lane, Rigby, ID 83442

Rexburg | Tuesday, November 18th, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.

314 North 3rd East, Rexburg, ID 83440

Mackay Senior Center | Tuesday, November 18th, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

301 Cedar, Mackay, ID 83251

Idaho Falls | Thursday, November 20th 8:00am-5:00pm

1250 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Salmon | Thursday, November 20th 8:30am-4:00pm

801 Monroe, Salmon, ID 83467

Challis | Tuesday, November 25th, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

610 Clinic Road, Suite A, Challis, ID 83226

For more information, click HERE.

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You’re invited to our annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive

KYMA on November 13, 2025

Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – There’s less than 24 hours left until our annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive happening Friday!

The Turkey Drive is a one-day food drive to provide meals for families in need who can’t afford them this holiday season.

All of the proceeds go to the Crossroads Mission for their Three Days of Thanksgiving event. The mission shares what their turkey goals is and what items they need.

“1,000 turkeys and nonperishable food items…also eggs, milk, butter,” said Crossroads Public Relations Director Sassa Culver.

The month of November is also Mission Month.

“Mission month we have a goal of raising 100,000 pounds of food and $100,000,” said Culver.

The mission says thank you to the Yuma community for what they do to help Crossroads all year long.

“We can’t do it without the community, and every year the community pulls through for us,” said Crossroads CEO Myra Garlit.

They say it’s such a special feeling when they get to help out.

“When we are feeding the community over the three days of Thanksgiving, just the gratefulness and the warmth that we feel from the people that we’re serving it’s amazing! It’s so rewarding,” said Culver.

We will be collecting all these items at all Walmart locations in Yuma and the Foothills this Friday, November 14, from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. We hope to see you there!

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Home Instead celebrates move to new office building

News-Press NOW on November 13, 2025

Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — An in-home care business celebrated the move to its new office building Thursday.

Home Instead’s St. Joseph office was previously located at 1009 W. Saint Maartens Drive, and is now located at 502 Woodbine Road.

Home Instead covers a wide array of activities, including Companionship, Home Helper, Personal Services, Alzheimer’s or Other Dementia(s) Care, Transitional Care Services and Hospice Support.

“We just want to connect with families and make a difference in their lives…That’s what’s meaningful to us,” Home Instead Owner, Brent Hoffart said.

Hoffart said the company has provided services to the Northwest Missouri community for about nine years, employing around 100 people at both its St. Joseph and Maryville locations.

According to Hoffart, around 10,000 people turn 65 years old every day. Care Coordinators want to make sure older adults are able to receive care in the comfort of their own homes.

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Local agriculture continues to struggle with high labor costs, import competition

KESQ on November 13, 2025

Kendall Flynn

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Local farmers and agriculture leaders gathered in Coachella Thursday to share the challenges they’ve been facing in the industry. From high labor costs, competition or imported goods and the lack of education on local farming, leaders are asking for change.

The main concern from local farmers is the high labor cost implemented in January of a $16.50 minimum wage with a 1.5% overtime pay. While they agree workers should be paid fairly, the high cost does not align with their profits because of imported competition.

Mexico is a leading source for importing in California because of the reduced cost for labor at between $4.50 and $6 per hour. When those goods are imported at a lower cost, locals feel California goods are forgotten.

They said this is also a concern because of the high quality of California agriculture. There are many strict regulations on agriculture, especially when it comes to pests or pesticides, that ensure the products are clean, and those same regulations are not on all imported goods.

Tonight on News Channel 3 local leaders in agriculture are sharing how they have to continue to innovate their practice to stay alive in the industry, and they’re asking for help from the community to shop local.

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Idaho’s Mammogram stats among the worst in the Nation, Doctor debunks myths surrounding life-saving screenings

KIFI on November 13, 2025

Megan Lavin

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The rate of women receiving mammograms in Idaho is significantly lower than the national average, with some measurements ranking it near last. Considering that approximately 1 in 8 women will face a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, this concerning trend is prompting Idaho doctors to speak out.

“Idaho has about average incidents of breast cancer, but the number of women who actually decide to have mammograms performed is one of the lowest in the nation. Last year, I think ranked 50th in the nation,” said Dr. Enslow, MD, a lead radiologist.

Dr. Enslow sat down with Local News 8’s Megan Lavin to explain his worries and clear up several common misconceptions that are preventing women from seeking this life-saving screening.

Major Mammogram Misconceptions

Dr. Enslow highlighted several of the most common misinterpretations or errors in thinking that are keeping Idaho women from their yearly exams.

The first and perhaps most dangerous misconception is the belief that if a woman performs self-exams and doesn’t feel a lump, she doesn’t need a mammogram. Dr. Enslow says this is false and potentially life-threatening because mammograms are designed to detect abnormalities, like early-stage cancer, long before they are large enough to be felt.

“If you can feel a lump that ends up being breast cancer, usually it’s too late,” warns Dr. Enslow.

Secondly, many women mistakenly believe that screenings are too expensive or that they will have to pay out of pocket. The reality is that screening mammograms are covered by virtually all insurance plans, says Dr. Enslow, and women should call their provider to confirm coverage for their yearly appointment.

Finally, the third misconception is that women don’t need a mammogram every year. Dr. Enslow confirms that a yearly screening for women 40 and above is considered non-negotiable by medical professionals, as consistent, annual screenings provide doctors with a necessary baseline to monitor changes over time.

The Power of Early Detection

Dr. Enslow tells us the data on early detection is clear. Catching breast cancer when it is small dramatically improves outcomes and reduces the need for aggressive treatments. Leading cancer researchers note that if cancer is caught before it is 1 centimeter in size, patient outcomes are significantly better.

“Usually, they’ll remove them with a small surgery called a lumpectomy; they may offer radiation, but usually you won’t need chemotherapy,” Dr. Enslow told Local News 8.

He stressed that when breast cancer is found early, “treatments are much more effective and much less invasive than if it’s a progressed cancer.”

Putting Fears to Rest: A Reporter’s Experience

To help remove any stigma or nervousness associated with the test, Local News 8’s Megan Lavin received her own mammogram during the interview. The appointment takes only about 15 minutes and, while she noted it was uncomfortable, she stressed that it was not painful.

Results are typically sent by mail within about a week. Dr. Enslow forewarned that many patients who have their first mammogram get called back in for follow-up images; He says this is pretty standard because there is often no prior baseline image for comparison, and it is not an automatic cause for worry.

While October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Enslow reminds all women 40 and above that they can and should schedule this important test year-round.

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67-year-old Morgan County man charged with child enticement

KMIZ on November 13, 2025

Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A Versailles man was charged with a child sex crime after he was accused of trying to entice who he thought was a 15-year-old girl.

Thomas Burrows, 67, was charged with child enticement and is being held at the Morgan County Jail on a $250,000 bond. An arraignment is scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Morgan County Courthouse.

The probable cause statement says the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office received a phone call on Monday alleging that Burrows had been having sexual in nature conversations with a child. Thomas allegedly believed he was sending messages to a 15-year-old in Hannibal and had talked about meeting the child, the statement says.

Law enforcement spoke with Thomas on Tuesday, where he alleged he stopped talking to the other person when he learned their age. Deputies reviewed messages on Thomas’ phone, which allegedly showed he was not telling the truth.

The probable cause statement details several inappropriate messages allegedly sent between the two parties, including several messages occurring after the other person claimed to be 15 years old.

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Juárez to host thousands of Borderland shoppers during ‘Buen Fin’

KVIA on November 13, 2025

Heriberto Perez Lara

JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — City of Juárez to host its annual ‘Buen Fin,’ which typically sees thousands, if not millions of borderland shoppers and also from other parts of Mexico and the U.S.

Sales and other promotions on most products are expected to be seen by shoppers all weekend, starting Thursday.

The City of Juárez, along with the National Chamber of Commerce in Juárez (CANACO) will host the 15th edition of ‘Buen Fin,’ which was created and started here on the border and expanded across Mexico.

Local, state and federal law enforcement agencies say they will be patrolling and conducting operations at all malls and shopping centers to ensure people’s safety while shopping this weekend.

According to CANACO’s president in Juárez, the city/border will have a 3.3 billion Mexican pesos economic impact this ‘Buen Fin,’ that’s nearly $181 million.

“It became a major national benchmark and today it’s the biggest weekend in all of Mexico in terms of sales,” said President Pérez.

With over 1,500 businesses and shops affiliated to the ‘Buen Fin,’ shoppers could expect to see tons of deals and discounts in Juárez until Monday.

“And also, obviously, to the consumers, to our friends in Juárez, El Paso and Las Cruces, we want to tell them that Juárez is more than just a bad news headline,” President Pérez said. “Unfortunately, a negative story tarnishes all the work we’ve been able to do at the Chamber of Commerce to bring them here, to make it safe to come to Juárez.”

If you’re planning a trip to Juárez this weekend, all restaurants and bars will be open an extra hour, also for “El Buen Fin.”

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