Marcos Icahuate
SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA) – An ice cream parlor is opening locally.
Taco Rolls Ice Cream PR is opening on May 29, 2026 at Eddie’s Food & Drink (4492 E County 24th St. San Luis, AZ 85349).
The parlor is being put together by the Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College’s Small Business Development Center.
A gift will be given to the first 50 people.
Seth Ratliff
ASHTON, Idaho (KIFI) — Travelers planning a trip to the iconic Mesa Falls Recreation Area will need to pack their bags for the early part of summer. The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has announced a major renovation project that will temporarily shutter the entire Upper Mesa Falls area starting this August.
The closure will begin on August 10th and continue into the winter. During the construction, the Entire Upper Mesa Falls complex, including the visitor center and main boardwalks, will be closed off to the public.
While autumn is traditionally one of the best times to witness the falls, Forest Service officials it also provides the window needed to complete this necessary renovation project. The project will focus on important road repairs and chip sealing.
Forest Engineer Steve Jenkins emphasized that the timing was a careful balancing act.
“The timeline was chosen to minimize the impact to the public while still offering environmental conditions needed for success of the project,” said Jenkins. “We want to get the word out early so visitors aren’t surprised at the end of summer.”
If you are traveling to the area after August 10, you can still explore the nearby Lower Mesa Falls area.
By Francis Page Jr.
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May 26, 2026 (Houston Style Magazine) — GALVESTON, Texas — Some celebrations entertain. Others educate. But the very best ones do something far more powerful: they remind a people who they are, where they come from, and why their song still matters.
On Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the NIA Cultural Center will proudly present the 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration Concert at the historic The Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston, Texas — the sacred shoreline city forever known as the birthplace of Juneteenth. The event is listed by The Grand 1894 Opera House for June 14, 2026, at 4 PM, and Visit Galveston also highlights the celebration as part of Galveston’s 161st Juneteenth Anniversary observances.
This year’s celebration promises an unforgettable afternoon where gospel music, Black history, community pride, and spiritual joy rise together in one mighty chorus. And in true Galveston fashion, the event does not merely mark a date on the calendar — it honors a defining moment in American history. Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Headlining the evening is Karen Clark Sheard, the four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel powerhouse, multi-Stellar and GMA Dove Award-winning legend, and beloved member of the iconic Clark Sisters. Known for her breathtaking vocal range, unmatched church-rooted artistry, and ability to make every note feel like testimony, Sheard brings more than music to the stage — she brings ministry, memory, and majesty.
Joining her is award-winning gospel artist Byron Cage, affectionately known as the “Prince of Praise.” Cage has long helped shape the sound of contemporary gospel worship, blessing congregations and concert halls with praise anthems that have become Sunday morning standards. His celebrated recording of “The Presence of the Lord Is Here” helped carry Praise and Worship music deeper into the heart of the African American church experience.
The celebration will open with the youthful and inspiring sounds of The Brown Four, a gifted sibling group from Memphis, Tennessee. Featuring Daelin, Daniya, Deanna, and Davion Brown, the group reflects a new generation carrying forward the sacred tradition of gospel harmony — proving that the roots of faith music remain strong, fresh, and future-facing.
Adding to the afternoon’s significance, the NIA Cultural Center will present its Champions of Freedom Award, recognizing individuals whose work has made meaningful contributions to community empowerment, cultural preservation, and the ongoing journey toward justice. The award presentation is led by Sue Johnson, Executive Director of the NIA Cultural Center.
“The Emancipation Gospel Celebration is more than a concert — it’s a celebration of our history, our culture, and our freedom,” said Sue Johnson, Executive Director of the NIA Cultural Center. “We are thrilled to welcome Karen Clark Sheard, Byron Cage, and The Brown Four to Galveston, and to honor those who continue to champion freedom and empowerment in our community.”
Alex Thomas, spokesperson for the NIA Cultural Center, added that the event reflects the unifying power of gospel music.
“This event is a testament to the power of music to unite and inspire,” Thomas said. “Bringing together such incredible artists in the birthplace of Juneteenth allows us to celebrate Black heritage in a way that is both uplifting and unforgettable.”
Founded to preserve and promote African American art, culture, and history, the NIA Cultural Center continues to serve as a cultural anchor in Galveston. Its Juneteenth Month programming includes lectures, concerts, cultural events, and its signature Emancipation Celebration, which also honors Champions of Freedom Award recipients.
Tickets for the 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration Concert start at just $35, with proceeds supporting the NIA Cultural Center’s mission to uplift the community through art, culture, education, and engagement.
For Houston Style Magazine readers, this is more than a pre-Juneteenth concert. It is a call to gather. A call to remember. A call to rejoice. A call to stand in Galveston — where the news of freedom finally reached Texas — and let gospel music remind us that liberation has always had a soundtrack.
And on June 14, that soundtrack will be sung with power, praise, and purpose.
Event Details WHAT: 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration Concert WHO: Presented by NIA Cultural Center FEATURING: Karen Clark Sheard, Byron Cage, and The Brown Four WHEN: Sunday, June 14, 2026, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM CT WHERE: The Grand 1894 Opera House, Galveston, Texas TICKETS: Starting at $35 INFO & TICKETS: niaculturalcenter.org CONTACT: (409) 765-7086
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DALLAS (KTVT) — Democrats in Texas have selected their candidate in the race for Texas Attorney General as they vie for the seat soon to be left open by Republican Ken Paxton as he seeks to represent the Lone Star State in the U.S. Senate.
Tuesday’s runoff elections saw former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and current State Senator Nathan Johnson compete for the nod. This contest was not as contentious as the one between their Republican counterparts: current Congressman Chip Roy and current State Senator Mayes Middleton.
In the March 3 primary, Jaworski almost won with more than 48% of the vote; he needed 50% plus one vote to avoid the runoff. He also edged out Dallas attorney Tony Box, who told CBS News Texas he would not endorse either Jaworski or Johnson and instead remain neutral.
In a previous interview with CBS News Texas, Johnson claimed the state’s Ten Commandments law violated the U.S. Constitution.
“I will not defend the legislature’s passage of unconstitutional laws and laws that violate individual rights. I will not defend the legislature’s passage of a requirement that schools place the Ten Commandments in classrooms because it’s unconstitutional,” he said at the time.
Johnson also indicated the state might have to hire private attorneys to defend the law.
“That might be a good conversation for me to have with the legislature before they pass the next ill-advised and unconstitutional law,” he added.
Johnson also said his goal is not to sue the administration of President Donald Trump, but did say he’d protect Texas from federal overreach.
“I probably would have already sued the Trump administration literally dozens of times. It’s just because he’s so prolific and violating the constitution and the Administrative Procedures Act and state law and individual rights,” Johnson said. “It’s not because I want to sue the president, but whether it’s a Democratic president or a Republican president, there is a temptation, a tendency right now in the United States, globally, for the executive to be overly assertive. I believe in the separation of powers.”
Johnson also said one of his priorities is rebuilding the culture of the Attorney General’s Office.
“My top priority is to populate the Attorney General’s Office with really good people. Four thousand employees, 800 lawyers. The ideologues can go somewhere else. People with institutional expertise who are committed to public service, whether they’re currently working in the Ken Paxton Attorney General’s Office or new,” he said.
Johnson also promised to ensure that the marketplace will remain competitive.
“Quality has gone down. Prices have gone up, and consumers are being manipulated and taken advantage of in the commercial sector,” he said. “Attorneys General are supposed to make sure that the competitive market is competitive. It is the natural tendency of powerful corporations to try to get more powerful. It is the duty of government to make sure that they don’t control the rules of the game and are forced to compete.”
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News Release
The following is a news release from Idaho State University:
POCATELLO, Idaho — Idaho State University is expanding access to career-focused higher education by launching three accelerated Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree programs designed to help students enter Idaho’s workforce sooner.
Idaho State University is the first public institution in Idaho to offer a three-year bachelor’s degree option. These programs save students time and money by accelerating their time to career entry while maintaining strong connections to employers across the region.
The new degree offerings include BAS in Law Enforcement Management and Leadership, BAS in Applied Business and Professional Sales, and BAS in Intelligent and Trustworthy Digital Systems.
“These three new degree pathways will allow students to earn a bachelor’s degree while accelerating their entry into the workforce,” said Jerry Anhorn, dean of the Idaho State University College of Technology. “These degrees create greater opportunities for career advancement and help students move more quickly into meaningful employment.”
The programs were developed in collaboration with industry partners to address workforce challenges impacting Idaho. By combining technical education with leadership, communication, and applied management skills, the degrees are designed to prepare graduates for advancement opportunities in high-demand industries.
The BAS in Law Enforcement Management and Leadership responds to increasing demand for qualified public safety leaders across Idaho. The program focuses on leadership development, strategic communication, and applied management skills designed to prepare students for supervisory and administrative roles within law enforcement agencies and related public service organizations.
The BAS in Applied Business and Professional Sales was created to support growing workforce needs in business development, client relations, and professional sales. The program prepares students for careers in business-to-business environments by emphasizing communication, negotiation, leadership, and customer engagement strategies relevant to today’s evolving marketplace.
The BAS in Intelligent and Trustworthy Digital Systems addresses the growing need for professionals with expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital systems management. Students will develop skills in building and managing secure, reliable, and trustworthy systems that support modern industrial and organizational operations.
The new BAS degrees continue Idaho State University’s commitment to workforce development, applied learning, and creating educational opportunities aligned with Idaho’s economic and industry priorities.
For more information about Idaho State University’s Bachelor of Applied Science degree programs, click HERE.
Curtis Jackson
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls firefighters were able to quickly extinguish a grass fire near the Iona Hill.
The fire started near Iona Road and Foothill Road on Monday, May 25 just before 2 p.m.
It burned nearly four acres. The Idaho Falls Fire Department said it started when a controlled burn spread beyond its intended area.
Idaho Falls Fire was assisted by Bureau of Land Management and Bonneville County Fire District 1. They were able to contain the fire in about an hour.
No structures were damaged.
Firefighters remind peopel that controlled burns can quickly become dangerous, especially during dry conditions and changing weather patterns.
Curtis Jackson
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)—Idaho’s first bat to test positive for rabies this year was located in Bannock County.
Southeastern Idaho Public Health confirmed the case on Tuesday.
Rabies is a fatal viral illness to humans and other animals.
“It is extremely important for people to avoid all bats and other wild animals, particularly if they appear sick or are acting aggressively or abnormally,” said Jeff Doerr, SIPH Epidemiologist, in a news release.
Doerr also strongly encourages owners to contact their veterinarian if they believe their pets, regardless of vaccination status, were in contact with a bat.
The health agency said most bats do not carry rabies, but they detect an average of 15 rabid bats each year in Idaho.
To protect yourself and your pets, public health officials recommend these guidelines:
• Never touch bats with your bare hands.
• Be very suspicious of bat activity during daylight hours.
• If you or your child wakes up in the presence of a bat, discuss the situation with your medical provider. Seemingly insignificant exposures have contributed to several fatal cases of rabies in the past.
• If you have an encounter with a bat, seek medical attention immediately. Save the bat in a container and contact your local public health office immediately for testing options. NEVER handle a bat with your bare hands—use gloves, a towel, etc.
• Because household pets and other animals can be exposed to the virus through contact with sick bats, it is important for people to make sure that their animals (dogs, cats, horses, and ferrets) are up to date on vaccinations against rabies. If your dog or cat brings a dead bat home, collect it in a plastic bag without touching it and call your local public health office for possible testing. Also, contact your veterinarian to make sure your animal’s rabies vaccinations are up-to-date.
• Bat-proof your home or cabin by checking chimneys, roof peaks, loose screening on louvers, dormer windows, or areas where flashing has pulled away from the roof or siding. Bats can enter through holes the size of a quarter. Typically, bat-proofing is best after bats have migrated away in the fall.
You can contact Southeastern Idaho Public Health Epidemiologist at 208-478-6303 for more information. You can also visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.gov/rabies/.
Dillon Fuhrman
CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers at the Calexico Port of Entry seized handguns, magazines and ammunition earlier this month.
According to a press release, it happened on May 9 during an outbound vehicle inspection when officers referred a 35-year-old woman, a U.S. citizen driving a 2014 Honda Accord southbound to Mexico, for secondary inspection.
During the secondary inspection, CBP says officers used a nonintrusive inspection system and a K-9 unit alerted them to the vehicle’s rear bumper.
CBP says officers removed 18 packages from the rear bumper as well as six drum magazines from the rear driver-side door, and once they opened the packages, officers found six handguns, 12 magazines and nearly 1,900 rounds of ammunition.
“Thanks to their vigilance and dedication, our officers discovered and seized multiple handguns, magazines and ammunition concealed for illegal transport into Mexico before they could reach criminal organizations,” said Calexico Port Director Roque Caza. “Their commitment to border security is vital in disrupting the unlawful flow of weapons and protecting communities on both sides of the border.”
Following this, CBP says officers seized the firearms, magazine and ammunition while also arresting the driver, who is facing federal prosecution.
2026-0522 CBP officers seize handguns, magazines, and ammunition at Calexico West portDownload
Curtis Jackson
SOUTHERN IDAHO (KIFI) – Wildland firefighters were kept busy over the Memorial Day holiday as several fire were reported.
Fire managers in southern Idaho were called to four large-acre fires.
The Dewoff Fire, located 28 miles northeast of Burley, started on Monday, May 25, 2026, around 6:30 p.m.. It burned an estimated 2000 acres in grass and brush. Crews said they were able to make good progress through the night as winds eased.
The Black Ridge Fire, located 8 miles northeast of Richfield started around 4 p.m. on Monday. It was estimated at over 1,500 acres. They say 7 to 8 active fingers moving around and through lava blisters.
The Kinyon Springs Fire, located 15 miles southeast of Glenns Ferry, started Monday around 2:00 p.m. It’s estimated at 3,000 acres. They said forward progress was stopped.
The Summit Creek Fire, located 11 miles southeast of Oakley, is estimated at 1,273 acres as of Tuesday morning. This fire started around 2 p.m. on Monday and is burning mostly in timber. Crews said they are using air support to suppress the fire.
This story will be updated as new information is released.
Summit Creek Fire from above. Courtesy: Sawtooth National Forest
Matthew Sanders
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
EDITOR’S NOTE: An erroneous reference to a 120-day jail sentence has been removed.
A Boonville woman who pleaded guilty last month to embezzling from a Cooper County nonprofit was sentenced to serve 30 days in jail.
Judge Jeff Mittelhauser sentenced Jennifer Waibel last week to 30 days in jail and five years of probation after she pleaded guilty to a single count of felony theft. Waibel has a case still pending in Boone County, with a June 1 hearing scheduled. She is charged with three felonies in the Boone County case.
Waibel was accused in Cooper County of stealing $49,661.36 from Unlimited Opportunities by spending the money in several transactions from June 16 to Aug. 31, 2023, which included several multi-thousand-dollar purchases at Walmart locations in Boonville, Columbia and Madison, Georgia.
In the Boone County case, she’s accused of spending $13,650 on gift cards while using 10 company credit cards from Impact Support Services, located on Chapel Hill Road in Columbia.
