Volunteers shuck 5,000 ears of corn to support Blackfoot’s Community Dinner Table

KIFI on September 21, 2026

Karole Honas

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – Hundreds of volunteers gathered early Saturday morning in Blackfoot for the annual “Day of the Corn,” a community effort that helps provide meals to local residents throughout the winter.

At least 250 students arrived at Richard Johnson’s cornfield at 6:30 a.m. to shuck 5,000 ears of freshly harvested corn. The corn was then transported to the Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church, where volunteers worked through a large assembly line set up in the alley behind the church.

There, the corn was boiled and removed from the cob before being carried upstairs to the church kitchen. A second team of volunteers drained the corn and packed it into freezer bags for storage.

By the end of the morning, organizers expected to have processed about 190 gallons of corn, all of which will be stored in the food pantry freezer.

The corn will help supply the weekly Community Dinner Table throughout the winter months. The free Tuesday night meals are hosted at the Methodist Church and supported by churches across Blackfoot, with congregations taking turns preparing and serving the dinners.

Organizers say the meals are open to everyone, whether they are in need of food or simply looking for fellowship and companionship.

The Community Dinner Table begins Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 5 p.m. and continues every Tuesday throughout the winter.

Editor’s note: Richard Johnson name was written as Richard Larson in an earlier version.

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Idaho Falls resident hospitalized after firefighters pull them from burning home

KIFI on September 21, 2026

Bailee Shaw

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — An Idaho Falls resident is recovering after firefighters rescued them from a manufactured home fire on West Elswood Drive Sunday morning.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to the scene around 10 a.m. after callers reported seeing black smoke and flames coming from the home.

Firefighters began aggressively attacking the fire while a crew entered the building, found the resident inside, and carried them to safety. Crews began emergency medical care at the scene before the resident was taken to the hospital.

Unfortunately, firefighters also found a dog inside the home, but it did not survive the fire.

Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire, but the home and all contents inside were declared a total loss. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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LDS Leaders voice opposition to Prop 1

KIFI on September 21, 2026

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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued a letter stating the faith’s opposition to Idaho Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act on this November’s ballot.

The letter was read from the pulpit during worship services on Sunday and is scheduled to be read again over the next two Sundays.

If passed, the initiative would repeal Idaho’s current abortion ban and allow abortion up to fetal viability. The proposed initiative would also establish a new legal definition of fetal viability in state law, replacing the definition currently used in Idaho statute.

The letter outlines the official opposition of the Church to the proposed measure. “Our long-held stance on abortion remains clear and unchanged,” the Area Presidency wrote, reiterating the Church’s official opposition to the measure.

“As noted in a 2024 statement, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is neutral regarding political parties and candidates and addresses issues it believes have significant moral consequences. We join with other like-minded individuals and organizations in working against this initiative and encourage our members to voice their opposition in a respectful manner consistent with our prophetic direction of always demonstrating Christlike love and civility in political discourse.”

Church leaders directed members seeking further details regarding the institution’s position on abortion to review official statements and resources published on churchofjesuschrist.org.

Letter from LDS United States Central Area Presidency

Editor’s Note: The above article has been updated.

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Gene Autry back open at the Whitewater Wash following sand removal, maintenance

KESQ on September 21, 2026

Isaiah Mora

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – N Gene Autry Trail was reopened Tuesday afternoon at the Whitewater Trail in Palm Springs.

Gene Autry was originally closed between E Via Escuela and Salvia at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday for sand removal and maintenance. The roadway was opened just after 5:00 p.m.

Palm Springs police initially issued an alert Monday morning that Gene Autry was closed, however, the road was opened for the day just after 3 p.m.

Make sure to stick with News Channel 3 to learn when the roadway reopens.

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Woman shot by Pettis County deputies

KMIZ on September 21, 2026

Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place in Pettis County Sunday night.

According to a MSHP press release, deputies with the Pettis County Sheriff’s Office were called to a home in the 3300 block of Route TT at 11:45 p.m. for a woman who was believed to be experiencing a mental health crisis. Officers learned the woman allegedly shot herself in the leg.

Three deputies arrived at the scene and made contact with the woman in the driveway of the home and gave her commands. She then held up a rifle and raised it toward the deputies, according to the Pettis County Sheriff’s Office.

One of the deputies shot the woman. She was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The release states the deputies were not injured and a pellet rifle was found at the scene.

Officer Involved Shooting – Pettis County, MO

The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s @MSHPTrooperDDCC is investigating an officer involved shooting involving the PCSO. A suspect is in custody at a local hospital in stable condition. No deputies were injured. See below for more. ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/MUtaDx7ZZc

— MSHP Troop A (@MSHPTrooperA) September 21, 2026

Sheriff Brad Anders said they are requesting the prosecutor file charges of unlawful use of a weapon and assault on law enforcement.

According to Anders, the DDCC is investigating the officer-involved shooting while the sheriff’s office investigates the unlawful use and assault charges.

ABC 17 reached out to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control for an interview, but they declined due to the ongoing investigation and referred to the press release.

ABC 17 reached out to Sheriff Anders but received no response.

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Cathedral City Peace Initiative marks International Day of Peace

KESQ on September 21, 2026

Dakota Makinen

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Today is the International Day of Peace, and the Cathedral City Peace Initiative is bringing the message of peace to the local community.

The initiative is holding an International Day of Peace observance this afternoon from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Cathedral City Library.

The event will include a global art exhibition featuring children’s artwork from the United Nations Mine Action Service.

Organizers Bob McKechnie and Karen Riley say peace can start at the local level through everyday actions that bring people together and encourage understanding.

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Wastewater line installation to close pair of street segments in Fountain for two weeks, but result in paving discount

KRDO on September 21, 2026

Scott Harrison

FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KRDO) — The first of two street closures begins Monday on Mesa Road between Fountain Mesa Road and Healy Drive.

On Wednesday, a partial closure of Cross Creek Avenue—east of Fountain Mesa—begins.

The closures are scheduled to last for two weeks so that the Widefield Water and Sanitation District (WWSD) can install a new wastewater line from the district’s property on Highway 85/87 to a location east of Fountain.

That means taking the line through a busy part of town behind the new King Soopers shopping center and across busy Fountain Mesa.

However, Fountain will benefit from this project.

Because part of the installation will be on Cross Creek, where the pavement is in poor condition and Fountain hasn’t had the budget to repave it, Widefield and Fountain will split the repaving cost to improve the street sooner than it otherwise would.

KRDO13’s The Road Warrior is trying to learn the cost of the repaving there.

Fountain officials hope for more similar partnerships in the future because its paving needs far exceed available funding.

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A Sign of the Times: Idaho gas prices climb again as drivers face higher costs at the pump

KIFI on September 21, 2026

Danielle Mullenix

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Filling up is getting more expensive for Idaho drivers, with the average price of regular gasoline climbing nearly 36 cents per gallon in just the last month.

According to GasBuddy, Idaho’s average gas price is now $4.83 per gallon, up 6.7 cents from a week ago and 35.6 cents from a month ago.

Compared to this time last year, Idaho drivers are paying about $1.31 more per gallon.

The national average is also climbing, but remains below Idaho’s price. GasBuddy reports the U.S. average at $4.44 per gallon, up 18.5 cents over the past week and 34.4 cents over the past month.

That means Idaho’s average is currently about 39 cents higher than the national average.

Gas prices rise significantly across Idaho

Drivers may see a substantial difference depending on where they fill up.

GasBuddy reports that the cheapest station in Idaho on Sunday was selling regular gasoline for $4.38 per gallon, while the most expensive station was charging $6.51 per gallon.

That’s a difference of $2.13 per gallon. For a 15-gallon tank, that difference could amount to nearly $32 between the two prices.

Diesel drivers also feel the heat

Diesel drivers are facing higher costs as well.

The national average price of diesel has risen 30.7 cents per gallon compared with last week, reaching approximately $6.49 per gallon.

GasBuddy says diesel prices have increased in every state, with refinery disruptions and tighter global supplies contributing to the increase.

Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said refinery issues in the Great Lakes region have contributed to particularly sharp increases in several states.

He also pointed to disruptions involving Russian oil refineries and broader geopolitical developments as factors affecting global fuel supplies.

Idaho numbers vs its neighbors

GasBuddy’s latest figures show Idaho’s average at $4.83 per gallon, compared with:

Montana: $4.58 per gallon Boise: $4.82 per gallon Spokane: $5.28 per gallon

Gas prices can vary considerably between individual stations, even within the same community.

2026 vs Previous Years

On September 21 in previous years, GasBuddy reported Idaho’s average gas price at:

2025: $3.52 per gallon 2024: $3.52 per gallon 2023: $4.11 per gallon 2022: $4.36 per gallon 2021: $3.67 per gallon

The current $4.83 average is higher than each of those September 21 averages.

GasBuddy says the direction of fuel prices in the coming weeks will depend in part on refinery conditions and developments affecting global oil and diesel supplies.

One of the best ways to save a few dollars in your wallet is by shopping around your city’s gas stations. To check the cheapest spots near you, visit the Gas Prices tab on our homepage for daily gas price checks across Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming.

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Judge orders mental exam ahead of battered spouse syndrome defense in Columbia murder case

KMIZ on September 21, 2026

Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A Columbia man accused of killing his girlfriend was ordered to take a mental exam by a judge for the defense to present battered spouse syndrome evidence.

Isaiah Goins, 27, of Columbia, is charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action after shooting his girlfriend, identified as M.G. in court documents, in July 2025.

In July 2025, Goins saw M.G. after she had been out of town and accused her of being unfaithful, according to investigators.

Goins met M.G. and got into her car Saturday night before pulling out a gun on Lake of the Woods Road and demanding that M.G. let him out, the statement says. When M.G. pulled onto Geyser Road and stopped, Goins allegedly shot her during an argument and ran from the scene.

A deputy later found the car next to a house, where it had rolled to a stop, but it did not hit the building, the statement says.

Goins’ defense is expected to present evidence of battered spouse syndrome, described as acting in self-defense or in defense of another.

A status hearing is scheduled for Nov. 16 at 8:30 a.m.

For evidence of battered spouse syndrome to be presented, the judge will order a psychiatric exam for Goins.

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Dozens embrace cold and rain for Heroes on the Hill challenge

CNN Newsource on September 21, 2026

By Adam Duxter

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    BURNSVILLE, Minnesota (WCCO) — A brave group in Burnsville, Minnesota, battled through Saturday’s brisk rain for a good cause.

While most Minnesotans were sleepy snuggling, Sarah Zyvoloski and M.E. Heald had a sloppy start to the day, soldiering on and sprinting up and down Buck Hill at Heroes on the Hill.

“[Heald] talked me into doing it,” Zyvoloski said. “She did give me an out to volunteer if I wanted to, and I was like, ‘we can participate.'”

“I think the goal today is 13 [miles], for me at least,” Heald said.

The two, and dozens of others, committed to run the 1-mile loop up and down the hill to raise money to promote mental health resources for first responders and veterans.

“Mental illness, first responder, military, all of us struggle with a lot of things in our world,” Heald said. “And doing something together and donating and raising funds for mental health awareness and suicide prevention is near and dear to my heart already, as I know it was to Sarah, so I knew I could kind of push that a little bit.”

And every step is a step forward.

“It’s the heroes. It’s the everyday heroes that we have. The first responders and the veterans that we actually fundraise for,” said Julie Pagano, Heroes on the Hill co-founder. “They go out and they push themselves and they give themselves for us everyday, we want to give back to them. And this is our way of saying ‘hey, we want to celebrate you so come on out, test yourself and we’ll be with you all day long.'”

This is the event’s third year. Organizers say this year, they’ve been able to support veterans and first responders of all kinds.

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