Chocolate Lover’s Affair Sweetens Up Pocatello

KIFI on January 24, 2026

Hadley Bodell

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Hundreds enjoyed a Valentine’s Day themed night at the annual Chocolate Lover’s Affair at the Stephen’s Performing Arts Center at ISU, where guests enjoy a variety of sweet treats provided by local bakeries in support of the Pocatello Rotary Club.

The event is a favorite amongst the Pocatello community. Guests enjoy sampling the vendors’ baked goods, which range from handcrafted chocolates, to cheesecakes, caramel apples, hot chocolate, banana breads and even crepes.

Camille’s Crepes, a beloved food truck and crepe business in the community, made red velvet crepes on site tonight so that guests could watch the cooks in action. One vendor, CreeAnna’s LLC, told us they’ve been to the Chocolate Lover’s Affair before and felt the effects.

“Especially around the holidays, I’ve had customers come in and tell me they’ve found us from the Chocolate Lover’s Affair,” said Tiphanie, owner of CreeAnna’s LLC. “It makes me feel good and I love it because it makes it feel like this is worth it.”

Live jazz music was performed throughout the evening by students of Idaho State University. There was also a silent auction for guests to bid on items like a free trip for two, paintings, handmade crafts, a photography session and more.

The event serves as a fundraiser for the Pocatello Rotary Club, and wouldn’t be possible without the sponsors of the event like title sponsor Cole Cheverolet. They’ve been sponsoring the Chocolate Lover’s Affair for the past five years.

“It’s a great organization, the Rotary Club of Pocatello,” said Ryan Cole, General Manager of Cole Cheverolet. “They do a lot for our community and I’m really excited and happy I can help in any way. The best part about this entire event is just experiencing the people come in, eat the chocolates, see all the different vendors that this town has to offer and really kind of open their eyes to what we have here in Pocatello.”

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Monumental ‘Snowscapes’ return for Idaho Snow Sculpting Championship

KIFI on January 24, 2026

David Pace

DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI) – A wintery “Snowscapes” wonderland will be on full display in downtown Driggs Saturday.

“What better thing to do during cold weather than make snow sculptures?” said Ralph Mossman, one of the original founders of the snow festival, now in its 14th year.

More than 10 huge snow sculptures tower above guests, the compilation of hundreds of hours of work by local artisans and teams hailing from as far away as Michigan and Wisconsin. 

After five days of painstakingly creating intricate, white masterpieces, the completed works will be on public display Saturday during a “Final Frost” festival and celebration.

“We wanted to do a fish – and especially a beta fish – because they’re so beautiful, and they have lovely, flowing fins,” said Jane Lineville, a local snow sculptor on a team from Teton Valley.

“They’ve been sculpting all week,” said Fallon Ryan, Downtown Driggs Association’s development and business engagement manager. “We’ve got five out of ten teams from out of state.”

Tourists are coming from out-of-state to enjoy the festivities.

“Saw these amazing artists setting up all these crazy ice sculptures, and the detail and just the precision that they have to do it is unreal,” said Raul Sanchez, of Jackson, Wyoming, who stopped by Snowscapes after skiing at Grand Targhee.

This year Driggs is hosting the Idaho Snow Sculpting Championship, continuing the competition that was long held in McCall, Idaho.

“Every year it’s gotten bigger and better,” Mossman said. “So whoever wins here gets to go to the Nationals in Wisconsin.”

Families and people of all ages are invited to Saturday’s “The Final Frost” celebration at Driggs Plaza on 60 South Main Street.

You can vote on your favorite snow sculpture for People’s and Kid’s Choice awards from 10 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

You can also watch a quick sculpt competition at 3 P.M. and the final awards ceremony starts at 5 P.M.

Free cookies and warm drinks will be available. Local food trucks will also lunch and dinner.

A local rock band, the Rock Skis, will provide music beginning at 4:30 P.M., and the festival concludes at 7 P.M.

Visitors can view the sculptures all weekend, but don’t wait too long. The sculptures could begin melting away as soon as Wednesday.

“This is an ephemeral art installation. So they have worked so hard to create beautiful masterpieces that will disappear They will melt – so there is a beautiful poetry to that,” said “Lisa Simmons, Downtown Driggs Association Executive Director. “So come soon, come tomorrow, come this weekend. Hopefully they’ll be up next weekend. We’re never sure how long they’ll stay up.”

Magnificent snow sculptures grace Driggs Plaza this week in Driggs, Idaho.

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High Desert Middle School Career Day a huge success

KTVZ on January 24, 2026

John Carroll

Today was the First Annual Career Day held at High Desert Middle School. The goal of the day was to have a variety of professionals provide information essential to help the students choose specific career paths they may want to follow in the future.

From all walks of life, the students learned from firefighters, engineers, health care workers and even our own Chief Meteorologist John Carroll presented the young minds with his take on what it takes to become a Broadcast Meteorologist.

Brettney Bryant along with Joe Albano organized the event today. A lot of work and coordination went into getting everyone there on time and cycling the kids through the different presentations.

It was a huge success with over 30 professionals providing the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students with new knowledge and insight into several career path choices.

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One dead, two others hurt from car crash in Camarillo

KEYT on January 24, 2026

Caleb Nguyen

CAMARILLO, Calif. (KEYT) – One man died and two other people needed medical attention after a crash in Camarillo near Adolfo Road and Calleguas Creek just after 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office.

The single car involved crashed into a light pole then into a tree before medical personnel treated a teenage girl for her injuries and another 37-year-old man for his own injuries, according to the VCSO.

The 37-year-old who had major injuries, sadly died from his ailments on Friday after the initial crash on Jan. 21, according to the VCSO.

Next of kin notification is pending by the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office. Those who saw the crash are asked to contact the following number.

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Local hardware store prepares city for harsh winter weekend

News-Press NOW on January 24, 2026

Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Temperatures in St. Joseph, Missouri, are expected to reach single-digits, with wind chills in the negatives this weekend.

Residents will be looking to combat the cold elements by bundling up or getting the proper tools to traverse through the weather.

West Lake Ace Hardware, located at 1325 South Belt Highway, is experiencing heavy traffic due to the frigid weather.

Store Operations Manager Thomas Howell gave his best advice for braving the cold.

“Making sure that you’re prepared. Having batteries, gloves, hand warmers, we have a large selection of disposable, as well as rechargeable. Ice melt, making sure you keep your sidewalks and everything safe, and you can also keep some of that in your vehicle,” said Howell.

Howell also touched on the importance of pipe maintenance. Wrapping pipes with insulation to make sure there is no freezing or cracking is vital when the weather drops below freezing.

If driving, the National Weather Service made a key graphic to highlight the important items for the harsh winter weather, such as a full tank of gas, spare tires and jumper cables.

The NWS shared a graphic to help drivers stay prepared for the winter weather. Courtesy of the National Weather Service.

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Child alerts family during early morning Starwood Fire in Bend, $40k in damage

KTVZ on January 24, 2026

KTVZ – News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A garage fire early Friday caused significant damage to a home in the Starwood subdivision off Tumalo Road, according to Bend Fire and Rescue. The cause is linked to an electrical fault called a “floating neutral”, and the smoke alarms did not go off. No one was injured after a child alerted a parent to smoke.

Below is the press release provided by Bend Fire & Rescue:

At 5:06 am on Friday, January 23, 2026, a 911 caller reported his home and garage full of smoke and a fire near the electrical panel in the garage.  Bend Fire & Rescue responded to the address at 20758 Lyra Drive in the Starwood subdivision off Tumalo Road.

First arriving units found a fire in the corner of the garage with some extension into the attic space above the garage.  Damage to the structure is estimated at $35,000 and $5,000 damage to the contents.

The interior of the residence sustained minor smoke and water damage, but is otherwise intact.  The home is not occupiable at this time due to lack of power.  The water to the home was also shut off in order to prevent freezing and bursting of pipes.  The residents declined Red Cross assistance.  

Upon investigation, the cause of the fire was found to be an electrical fault in the wiring of the home adjacent to the grounding rod.  This condition, called a floating neutral, can cause large imbalances in voltage within the wiring, leading to breakers tripping and the potential for a fire.  This is a situation that requires the urgent attention of a licensed electrician to correct. 

Bend Fire & Rescue would like to remind the community that working smoke alarms save lives.  In this case, the smoke alarms in the home did not sound, despite there being smoke in the house.  A young child in the home woke up and awakened a parent, who smelled the smoke and acted. 

The smoke alarms in the home were found to be older, in excess of 10 years old.  Smoke alarms have a life span of 10 years, the sensors degrade over time and become unreliable.  Even if an older alarm still chirps or beeps, there is no guarantee that it will activate in the event of a fire.  Smoke alarms (and carbon monoxide alarms) over 10 years of age need to be replaced.  For more information on home fire safety and smoke alarms, visit https://www.bendoregon.gov/government/departments/fire-rescue/community-programs/smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-alarms

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18-year old Blades Brown shoots 60, tied atop the American Express with Scottie Scheffler

KESQ on January 24, 2026

Blake Arthur

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) — Blades Brown had himself the round of a lifetime on Friday.

The 18-year-old shot a career-low 60 (12-under) on the Nicklaus Tournament Course in the second round of the American Express, setting a new course record in tournament history.

Have a day, Blades Brown 👏 pic.twitter.com/LiaFZfVx34

— The American Express ® (@theamexgolf) January 23, 2026

Harrison Frazar set the course record on the Nicklaus Tournament course at PGA Q-School in 2008 with a score of 59.

Still, it was an impressive round of golf for teenager, who finished with three straight pars to shoot 60.

Brown had a 6-foot birdie putt on his final hole that just missed. Had he made it, Brown would have became the youngest player to shoot 59 in PGA TOUR history.

Young fella shot a Nicklaus Tournament course-record 60 (-12) in the second round today to tie Scheffler atop the leaderboard. Brown had a 6-footer for 59 but pushed it right. Big-time round from a big-time talent. @KESQ @kendallkesq @Tarp1969 @theamexgolf https://t.co/M5ji25LEq8

— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) January 23, 2026

The Tennessee native made his PGA TOUR in last year’s American Express, playing on a sponsor exemption.

This year, he’s on another sponsor exemption, tied for the lead with World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler at 17-under par after two rounds. Brown is the the youngest player to hold a lead/co-lead after any round on the PGA TOUR since 2001.

63 and 64 for Scottie Scheffler in his first two rounds of the year. He’s atop the leaderboard at 17-under heading into the weekend here in La Quinta. @KESQ @theamexgolf @kendallkesq @Tarp1969

— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) January 23, 2026

Scheffler continued his strong start to the 2026 season and remains the favorite to win the tournament at +115 odds, courtesy of FanDuel.

The World No. 1 backed up his 63 on Thursday at La Quinta Country Club with a 64 on Friday at the Nicklaus Tournament Course. Scheffler has yet to make a bogey in his first two rounds.

Scheffler now has 11 straight rounds in the 60s at The American Express.

He is seeking to become first player since Tiger Woods to earn 20 PGA TOUR wins under the age of 30.

Click HERE for a full look at the leaderboard.

Stay with KESQ News Channel 3 for continuing coverage of the 2026 American Express.

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One injured in single car crash on Highway 101

KEYT on January 24, 2026

Caleb Nguyen

GAVIOTA, Calif. (KEYT) – One person needed an ambulance after crashing into a tree on Highway 101 near Mariposa Reina just after 4:00 p.m. Friday, according to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.

The driver needed transport to Cottage Hospital for moderate injuries after their van went off-road into a tree, according to the SBCFD.

Crews remain on the scene of the crash as of 6:00 p.m. and no lanes of the 101 are closed, according to the SBCFD.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

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Mama Eva’s incredible transformation: From emaciated to adoptable

KTVZ on January 24, 2026

KTVZ – News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center released a new update on Mama Eva. She’s the Cane Corso dog we told you about in our Problem Solvers Report.

She was first spotted wandering near Billy Chinook and is believed to have traveled nearly 40 miles before ending up near Smith Rock.

After being safely captured, she spent nearly two months on a strict feeding schedule and underwent medical care.

Her cherry eyes were repaired, a mass removed, and she was spayed.

Read the full update below:

Mama Eva is closing one chapter, and opening the next. The first photo shows Mama Eva when she arrived in our care, and the last photo is her today. She still has a road of healing ahead of her, but she’s already feeling and looking so much better.

If you don’t remember Mama Eva’s story, she was first spotted wandering around Billy Chinook and is believed to have traveled nearly 40 miles before ending up near Smith Rock. Photos of an emaciated dog who looked like she had just given birth started circulating on social media, and thankfully this community stepped in and took action.

Once she was safely captured, her journey was really just beginning. Mama Eva needed to heal in a home and begin a strict feeding schedule so we could safely help her gain weight and strength. After almost two months of care, the day finally came for her to get the medical treatment she desperately needed.

Her cherry eyes were repaired, a mass on her forehead was removed, and she was spayed, so no more puppies in this girl’s future! Between an 8-cup-a-day feeding schedule, these vet visits and surgeries, Mama Eva’s care has been a lot, but every single bit of it was worth it. If you’re able to help us recoup some of those costs, by making a donation, it allows us to keep saying yes to dogs like her who need the medical attention and care to start their next chapter.

We’re also so happy to share that Mama Eva has officially been cleared for adoption by our medical team! She is incredibly sweet and friendly with people, and her foster says she’s showing more of her spunky and very sweet personality every day. Right now she seems fearful of other dogs, so she would likely do best as the only dog in the home, where she can truly be the queen she deserves to be.

Thank you to everyone who shared her story and helped get her safely to BrightSide. Mama Eva’s next chapter is finally one filled with safety, love, and hope, and that’s because of you.

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Missourians face risk of power outages as winter storm approaches

KMIZ on January 24, 2026

Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Missouri residents are being warned about potential power outages this weekend due to an incoming winter storm, according to the Southeastern Electric Reliability Corporation. The organization serves more than 91 million customers across the south-central United States.

Under normal winter conditions, SERC said there is enough power to meet demand. However, if severe cold spreads south as expected Saturday, the system could be stressed.

Extreme cold can cause power plants to fail unexpectedly and drive electricity demand up as people crank up their heat. Generators can provide temporary power, but officials stress they must be used safely.

“Generators are meant to be run outside,” said Gale Blomenkamp, who is an assistant chief for the Boone County Fire Protection District. “They’re not to be run inside garages. They’re not to bee run next to your house or by or near window so that carbon monoxide can come off that generator and actually get into the house.”

Other backup heat sources, such as space heaters, fireplaces, and stoves should also be closely monitored while in use.

With temperatures expected to drop well below freezing, frozen pipes are a major concern. Missouri American Water recommends, knowing the location of your main shut-off valve, wrapping pipes with insulation, and letting water trickle overnight to prevent freezing.

“What we instructed our firefighters to do is open the cabinets underneath their sinks, trickle the water overnight, let the water trickle that keeps it from freezing,” Blomenkamp said.

He added to never use open flames or heating tools like a propane torch or a hair dryer to thaw frozen pipes because they can quickly cause fires. Officials caution response times for emergencies may be longer than usual during the storm.

“The snow is one thing, whether it’s fire, EMS or law enforcement working in the snow. But these bitter cold temperatures are very dangerous for us as well,” Blomenkamp said. “Understand that it’s going to take us longer to get to your emergency, but we will get there,”

MU Health Care warned patients that ambulance services could also experience delays.

As residents prepare to be snowed in this weekend, local grocery stores are feeling the impact. The Walmart on Conley Road had slim pickings of bread and meats on Friday afternoon, with large sections of chips, toilet paper and cleaning supplies empty.

Schnucks on South Providence and Hy-Vee on East Nifong had fewer empty shelves, but most common items were still sold out.

The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day from Friday morning through Monday morning as dangerous cold and heavy snow are expected over the weekend.

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