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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter rescued several puppies Wednesday after receiving reports of a group seen in a field at the corner of 17th and Skyline Drive.

A post on the shelter’s Facebook page reported that the shelter was able to recover three of the dogs, but unfortunately, one of them did not survive. The shelter directors are uncertain if they managed to secure all the dogs.

“We are not sure if this is all of them or if there is one lone puppy out there, hiding from the world. We cannot find any others, but ask that if you are in the area, please keep your eyes open,” said the Shelter Directors in the post. “We are not asking you to go into the field to look, but if you see one out there and can coax it to you, please do.  We are hoping that this is all of them. The folks who live in a house across the street are keeping an eye out as well. Just in case.”

The shelter has cleaned up the rescued dogs, but says they are not available for adoption yet.

“Please keep your eye on our Facebook page for availability,” said the shelter directors in the post. For more information, click HERE.

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UPDATE: 3:20 PM, MAY 19, 2025

FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI) — The Fort Hall Police Department has reportedly arrested a known sex offender, 36-year-old Eli Mosho.

Police notified the public they were looking for Mosho, who was traveling with a 16-year-old female runaway, on May 13, 2025, in a post on the department’s Facebook page.

According to the updated post, the police have located the juvenile runaway.

“We would like to thank the community for their assistance with this matter,” said police in the post.

ORIGINAL:

FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI) — Police in Fort Hall are asking for the public’s help locating a known sex offender, 36-year-old Eli Mosho.

Courtesy, Fort Hall Police

The Fort Hall Police Department shared a post on their Facebook page indicating that Mosho is currently traveling with a 16-year-old female runaway. He is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, with black hair and brown eyes. The 36-year-old also has several tattoos on his left hand, wrist, back, and both legs, according to the post.

Anyone with information about Mosho’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Fort Hall Police Department at (208)238-4000, their local law enforcement agency, or call 911.

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Sam Ross

SODA SPRINGS, Idaho (KIFI)– Rocky Mountain Power representatives cite erosion as a major concern for the Soda Springs area’s Alexander Reservoir, prompting changes to recreational access this summer.

The Alexander Reservoir and connected ‘Soda Development’ hydroelectric dam are owned by Rocky Mountain Power’s parent company, Pacificorp, and representatives say they have been monitoring increased erosion of the reservoir over the past three years.

The recent, advanced erosion coincides, Rocky Mountain Power representatives said, with an increased use of wake boats and other ballast watercraft on the reservoir.

“We’ve become concerned that the bank erosion has continued to occur, and we’ve lost, in places here on this bank, five to six feet of shoreline,” said David Eskelsen, company spokesman for Rocky Mountain Power. “It’s generally the result of the increased wake and wave action on this relatively soft shoreline.”

Eskelsen said the erosion is starting to impact the quality of the water coming from the reservoir and degrade the wildlife buffer zone, Rocky Mountain Power is required to keep around the reservoir as part of their land use contract.

Rocky Mountain Power plans to ban the use of wake boats on the reservoir starting this summer and monitor whether erosion conditions improve.

A public meeting will be held at the Second Bridge boat access point parking lot on May 21 from 4 to 6 p.m., where members of the public can meet with Rocky Mountain Power representatives to discuss the changes and future plans for the reservoir.

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Seth Ratliff

CHALLIS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Custer County Sheriff’s Office released the name of the suspect in the homicide investigation of 47-year-old Patrick Shelton.

Alan Douglas Bruce of Challis was arrested May 12, 2025, on felony charges of murder and destruction of evidence related to Shelton’s disappearance, according to the sheriff’s office.

According to the latest update from the Custer County Sheriff, the body of Patrick Shelton has not yet been recovered. All individuals accused of crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

This is a developing story that Local News 8 will continue to update. For more information on the investigation into Shelton’s disappearance, click HERE.

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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Museum of Idaho is showcasing a world-class traveling exhibition, Mummies of the World, opening May 31, 2025.

The exhibit showcases one of the largest collections of real mummies and artifacts ever assembled, according to museum directors.

“Every exhibit we bring in, we bring in because we think it will be interesting and important to the East Idaho community. But this one is truly a big deal – frankly, the biggest we’ve had in more than a decade,” said Muesum of Idaho Executive Director Jeff Carr.

The unique display includes both naturally and intentionally preserved human and animal mummies from South America, Europe, Egypt, and the United States. Some of these mummies date back thousands of years, while others are more recent.

Through modern science, the exhibition demonstrates how mummification occurs both naturally and intentionally. Mummies of the World” utilizes multimedia, interactive stations, and 3D animation to explore the history and origins of these mummies, along with the processes that led to their creation. CT scans reveal various pre-death ailments, some of which are familial or endemic.

Courtesy World Heritage Exhibitions

Exhibit highlights will include:

The Vac Mummies, a mummified family from Hungary, believed to have died from tuberculosis

Baron Von Holz, a German nobleman found in a 16th-century crypt, still wearing his leather boots

Egyptian animal mummies, including a falcon, fish, dog, and baby crocodile, many preserved to accompany royals into the afterlife

MUMAB, the first ancient Egyptian-style mummification performed on a modern body in 2,800 years

The exhibition will be hosted in the museum’s traveling exhibit hall, including the Petty Gallery. The museum’s main Idaho exhibit, Way Out West, and the limited-time local exhibit Signs of the Times will remain open during the exhibition’s duration.

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Phillip Willis

RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) — Yesterday, five trees in Pioneer Cemetery were blown over by a micro burst. The fall caused damage to the earth and tombstones.

Photo Credit- Vicki Williams

“I’m just kind of wondering if their gravestones are okay, and not broken,” says Cheston Bell. Bell has family buried in the Pioneer Cemetery. His grandmother, Vicki Williams, shared images of the fallen trees with Local News 8.

Photo Credit- Vicki Williams

“The thing about spruce [trees] is they have a shallow root system, so they’re more susceptible to blowing over than a lot of the other trees in our area,” says Seth Eddins, Owner and Operator of Zundel Tree Service, the company in charge of the clean up efforts. He says the tree that fell were likely between 60 and 80 years old.

Zundel Tree Service at work, shredding the fallen trees. Photo Credit – Phillip Willis

The trees should be removed from the cemetery by the end of the day on Friday.

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Ashley Chilcutt

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Idaho law enforcement and the Idaho Transportation Department are bracing themselves for the 100 Deadliest Days, marking the most dangerous time to be on Gem State roads.

“Historically, there are more fatalities that happen in that time between Memorial Day and Labor Day than a lot of times the rest of the year,” said Kelly Campbell with the Office of Highway Safety.

By this time last year, 57 people died on Idaho roads. As of May 12, 2025, there has already been 74 deaths. The Idaho Transportation Department records several factors that contribute to this statistic.

“We know that speed and distractions are two of the most common factors when it comes to fatalities in Idaho,” said Britt Rosenthal, spokesperson for ITD.

In general, people tend to drive more often and at higher speeds when the roads are nice.

“The most common fatality is during daylight hours and on dry roads,” Campbell explained. “People are out on the road a lot more during the summer months. They’re out doing fun things, and they’re not necessarily as focused as they should be when they’re driving on the road.”

The good news is your car’s existing safety features can reduce your risk of car crash death.

“At this point in time, we know that 86% of Idahoans buckle up,” Rosenthal said. “The Office of Highway Safety and the Idaho Transportation Department would love to see that number at 100%.”

ITD publishes a crash report, detailing crash statistics on Idaho roads, every year. For more information, click HERE.

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Seth Ratliff

UPDATE:

As of 5:10 PM, May 12, 2025, 11-year-old Christopher has been found safe, according to a post on the Rexburg Police Department’s Facebook page.

UPDATE:

According to Rexburg PD, Christopher was spotted on Maple Drive near Lincoln Elementary School around 4:15 pm.

If you see or have seen him since, police are asking you to contact dispatch immediately at 208-372-5001.

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REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — Police in Rexburg are asking for help searching for a missing 11-year-old with a history of mental health concerns.

According to a post on the Rexburg Police Department Facebook page, 11-year-old Christopher was last seen wearing a Roblox shirt, black sweatpants, and bright green shoes. The youth has blue eyes and brown hair with spikes on the front.

He reportedly left his apartment in the area of 5th W and University Blvd and may have a green scooter.

If you see or have seen him, police are asking you to contact dispatch immediately at 208-372-5001.

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Seth Ratliff

UPDATE:

CUSTER COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — The disappearance of 47-year-old Patrick Shelton has officially been deemed a homicide, according to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office.

The Custer County Sheriff’s Office has taken a suspect into custody. The Investigation is ongoing at this time.

On May 10th at approximately 3 pm, the Custer County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Patrick Ray Shelton, age 47, of Challis, Idaho, had not returned from a wood gathering trip in the Mountains around Challis, Idaho. He was expected to return on Wednesday, May 8th.

“Phone pings were initiated for phone location history of Patrick’s cell phone,” writes the Custer County Sheriff’s Office in a press release. “Deputies responded to locations where Patrick was known to search for wood. Deputies from the Custer County Sheriff’s Office located his vehicle and his dog in the Big Hill Area, west of the city of Challis May 10th, approximately 8:30 PM.”

Morning of May 11, Challis Search and Rescue teams were active to locate the missing 47-year-old. That evening, Idaho Mountain Search and Rescue joined the search as well, using canine teams and thermal imaging drones.

All Search and Rescue Operations have been suspended as of 3:26 PM, May 12, 2025. The Search and Rescue operation has been updated to a Recovery Operation, according to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office.

The body of Patrick Shelton has not yet been recovered at this time.

ORIGINAL:

CUSTER COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — Search and Rescue crews in Custer County are looking for a 47-year-old man who has been missing since last Thursday.

According to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office, 47-year-old Patrick Shelton was last seen May 8, 2025, in the Challis area heading into the mountains to cut firewood. Two days later, he was reported to be overdue in returning.

The evening of May 10, deputies located his red 2001 Dodge Ram flatbed pickup, but were unable to locate Shelton. The following evening, Idaho Mountain Search and Rescue joined the search efforts.

The Sheriff’s office has confirmed that their teams are utilizing thermal imaging drones and canine units in their search efforts. Search and Rescue crews are requesting that the public stay away from the search area to help maintain the integrity of the search patterns.

In a post on the Custer County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, search crews requested anyone with information about Shelton’s whereabouts to contact the Sheriff’s deputies. For more information, click HERE.

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Seth Ratliff

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) — The Blackfoot Community Dinner Table is receiving a helping hand in its fight against food insecurity. Monday, Bingham Ag Services announced a generous donation of over $81,000 to the Bingham County non-profit organization.

This contribution will enable the Community Dinner Table to expand its services and assist more individuals and families in the Blackfoot area who are struggling to put food on the table.

“No one in our community should go hungry,” said Jared Wolfley, President of Bingham Ag Services. “As an agricultural business, ensuring that local families have access to nutritious meals aligns perfectly with our company values. We’re honored to support the incredible work being done by the Community Dinner Table.”

Jackie Young, the President of the Community Dinner Table, expressed gratitude for the donation, stating that it would have an immediate impact on their ability to serve vulnerable populations.

The donation comes at a critical time when many families continue to face economic pressures affecting their ability to put food on the table. In 2023, approximately 250,260 residents of Idaho, or 12.7%, experienced food insecurity, marking a notable increase from the previous year, according to Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap.

Local officials praised the partnership between the backfoot non-profit and Bingham Ag Services as a model for how businesses can meaningfully address community challenges.

“Our success is intertwined with the community’s wellbeing,” Bingham Ag Services’ service coordinator, Diane Carey, explained. “Supporting organizations like the Community Dinner Table isn’t just charitable giving—it’s an investment in the health and stability of our hometown.”

The Community Dinner Table offers warm meals weekly during winter and organizes various food distribution programs year-round. The organization depends significantly on community partners and volunteers to achieve its mission.

For more information, click HERE.

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