Biz Buzz is brought to you by , the premier credit union in Idaho. Its mission is "Helping members achieve financial success." IDAHO FALLS – The 1,600-square-foot space on the south end of Kingwood Plaza in Idaho Falls has been a popular stop for cookie and soda junkies for more than three years. But next week, a new tenant will occupy it. Cup Bop Korean Barbecue is opening Nov. 12 inside the old Soda Tsunami building at 3460 South 25th East. “It’s a unique offering. It’s a great flavor profile,” Michael Bevans, one of the owners, tells EastIdahoNews.com. “It’s going to be a great place for...…Biz Buzz is brought to you by , the premier credit union in Idaho. Its mission is "Helping members achieve financial success." IDAHO FALLS – The 1,600-square-foot space on the south end of Kingwood Plaza in Idaho Falls has been a popular stop for cookie and soda junkies for more than three years. But next week, a new tenant will occupy it. Cup Bop Korean Barbecue is opening Nov. 12 inside the old Soda Tsunami building at 3460 South 25th East. “It’s a unique offering. It’s a great flavor profile,” Michael Bevans, one of the owners, tells EastIdahoNews.com. “It’s going to be a great place for...WW…

REXBURG – A fire that broke out at a home near Rexburg Saturday night causes nearly $100,000 in damage. “We are sorry for the property owner’s loss,” David Ivey, Battalion Chief of the Madison Fire Department, says in a news release. Madison Fire Department reports the fire occurred at 6:24 p.m. at a mobile home at 2414 West 3800 South in the Lyman area. A neighbor saw the flames and called 911. “Upon arrival, the structure was fully involved. Defensive fire tactics were utilized to prevent fire spread to nearby homes.” Crews put the fire out around 9:30 p.m. The cause of the fire has not...…REXBURG – A fire that broke out at a home near Rexburg Saturday night causes nearly $100,000 in damage. “We are sorry for the property owner’s loss,” David Ivey, Battalion Chief of the Madison Fire Department, says in a news release. Madison Fire Department reports the fire occurred at 6:24 p.m. at a mobile home at 2414 West 3800 South in the Lyman area. A neighbor saw the flames and called 911. “Upon arrival, the structure was fully involved. Defensive fire tactics were utilized to prevent fire spread to nearby homes.” Crews put the fire out around 9:30 p.m. The cause of the fire has not...WW…

IDAHO FALLS – For the last three years, the Friday before Thanksgiving has been unofficially recognized as Blue Friday — a day to support law enforcement charities. Pastor Tim Rupp and Chaplain Christa Trinchera formed Law Enforcement Chaplaincy of Idaho, a nonprofit chaplaincy training program, earlier this year and they’re using the occasion to host a fundraiser. The nonprofit is partnering with Redd’s Grill in Idaho Falls for a drive-thru spaghetti dinner on Friday, Nov. 20. “It’s a time when we can help those who serve and it’s an opportunity to put your money into something that really...…IDAHO FALLS – For the last three years, the Friday before Thanksgiving has been unofficially recognized as Blue Friday — a day to support law enforcement charities. Pastor Tim Rupp and Chaplain Christa Trinchera formed Law Enforcement Chaplaincy of Idaho, a nonprofit chaplaincy training program, earlier this year and they’re using the occasion to host a fundraiser. The nonprofit is partnering with Redd’s Grill in Idaho Falls for a drive-thru spaghetti dinner on Friday, Nov. 20. “It’s a time when we can help those who serve and it’s an opportunity to put your money into something that really...WW…

Biz Buzz is brought to you by , the premier credit union in Idaho. Its mission is "Helping members achieve financial success." IDAHO FALLS – A popular soda and cookie business is returning to Idaho Falls under new ownership. Phoenix, Arizona resident Jason, who requested we not reveal his last name, purchased Soda Tsunami from the previous owners about two weeks ago. He tells EastIdahoNews.com they’re planning to open a small shack in front of Best Buy near some other food trucks later this month. “The shack is built, but the supplies and everything we need on the inside is all on standby...…Biz Buzz is brought to you by , the premier credit union in Idaho. Its mission is "Helping members achieve financial success." IDAHO FALLS – A popular soda and cookie business is returning to Idaho Falls under new ownership. Phoenix, Arizona resident Jason, who requested we not reveal his last name, purchased Soda Tsunami from the previous owners about two weeks ago. He tells EastIdahoNews.com they’re planning to open a small shack in front of Best Buy near some other food trucks later this month. “The shack is built, but the supplies and everything we need on the inside is all on standby...WW…

IDAHO FALLS – Police are investigating an early-morning crash in Idaho Falls. Idaho Falls Police Department spokeswoman Jessica Clements tells EastIdahoNews.com a white pickup crashed through the front window of an apartment in the 500 block of Woodruff about 12:45 a.m. The truck crashed into the downstairs living room near Garfield. No one was injured, but there was significant damage to the pickup and the apartment. The entire cab of the pickup went through the apartment, Clements says. Police believe alcohol was a contributing factor. As of 4 a.m., various agencies were still there...…IDAHO FALLS – Police are investigating an early-morning crash in Idaho Falls. Idaho Falls Police Department spokeswoman Jessica Clements tells EastIdahoNews.com a white pickup crashed through the front window of an apartment in the 500 block of Woodruff about 12:45 a.m. The truck crashed into the downstairs living room near Garfield. No one was injured, but there was significant damage to the pickup and the apartment. The entire cab of the pickup went through the apartment, Clements says. Police believe alcohol was a contributing factor. As of 4 a.m., various agencies were still there...WW…

IDAHO FALLS – Police are investigating a crash that occurred on Broadway in Idaho Falls Saturday night Idaho Falls Police Department spokeswoman Jessica Clements tells EastIdahoNews.com a truck crashed into the Hippie Down vape and tobacco store at 333 West Broadway just before 11 p.m. The cause of the crash hasn’t yet been determined and no one was injured, but there is significant damage to the pickup and the shop. Along with a broken window, store owner Sean Waters says a landing and a lot of the building’s original tile was pushed into the middle of the store. “I’m not upset about the...…IDAHO FALLS – Police are investigating a crash that occurred on Broadway in Idaho Falls Saturday night Idaho Falls Police Department spokeswoman Jessica Clements tells EastIdahoNews.com a truck crashed into the Hippie Down vape and tobacco store at 333 West Broadway just before 11 p.m. The cause of the crash hasn’t yet been determined and no one was injured, but there is significant damage to the pickup and the shop. Along with a broken window, store owner Sean Waters says a landing and a lot of the building’s original tile was pushed into the middle of the store. “I’m not upset about the...WW…

ASHTON – The killing of a federally protected grizzly bear near Yellowstone National Park is the subject of an investigation. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game the 20-year-old, adult male grizzly bear was shot in Fremont County Sept. 29. He was wearing a tracking collar as part of a research study and it sent out a signal indicating he was dead. “Biologists went to retrieve the collar on Oct. 1 and discovered the grizzly had died after being shot in the side. Biologists recovered a rifle bullet,” the AP reports. Wildlife officials located the bear in Coyote Meadows near the southwestern...…ASHTON – The killing of a federally protected grizzly bear near Yellowstone National Park is the subject of an investigation. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game the 20-year-old, adult male grizzly bear was shot in Fremont County Sept. 29. He was wearing a tracking collar as part of a research study and it sent out a signal indicating he was dead. “Biologists went to retrieve the collar on Oct. 1 and discovered the grizzly had died after being shot in the side. Biologists recovered a rifle bullet,” the AP reports. Wildlife officials located the bear in Coyote Meadows near the southwestern...WW…

UPDATE: REXBURG – A Rexburg teen reported missing has been found. Rexburg Police Chief Shane Turman tells EastIdahoNews.com 17-year-old Derek Owens was found earlier today. He is safe. Police are grateful for everyone’s help in locating him. ORIGINAL STORY: REXBURG – The Rexburg Police Department wants your help locating a missing teenager. A news release from the department indicates 17-year-old Derek Wayne Owens was last seen Oct. 8 at 9 a.m. at 108 South 3rd West No. 1. He is 5 foot 6 with brown hair and hazel eyes and weighs about 170 pounds. Derek recently broke up with his girlfriend...…UPDATE: REXBURG – A Rexburg teen reported missing has been found. Rexburg Police Chief Shane Turman tells EastIdahoNews.com 17-year-old Derek Owens was found earlier today. He is safe. Police are grateful for everyone’s help in locating him. ORIGINAL STORY: REXBURG – The Rexburg Police Department wants your help locating a missing teenager. A news release from the department indicates 17-year-old Derek Wayne Owens was last seen Oct. 8 at 9 a.m. at 108 South 3rd West No. 1. He is 5 foot 6 with brown hair and hazel eyes and weighs about 170 pounds. Derek recently broke up with his girlfriend...WW…

IDAHO FALLS () – An Idaho Falls man living in an RV is now an internet sensation after posting a video on TikTok nearly two weeks ago that went viral. Nathan Apodaca, known as 420doggface208 on TikTok, posted a 22-second video Sept. 25 on the video-making app that shows him skateboarding down U.S. Highway 20 in Idaho Falls while listening to Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams.” After taking a sip of Ocean Spray Cran-Raspberry juice, he turns to the camera and begins lip-syncing to the song. “I don’t use this verbiage often but this is a whole vibe. simple as that,” Twitter user Drew Fog wrote. The...…IDAHO FALLS () – An Idaho Falls man living in an RV is now an internet sensation after posting a video on TikTok nearly two weeks ago that went viral. Nathan Apodaca, known as 420doggface208 on TikTok, posted a 22-second video Sept. 25 on the video-making app that shows him skateboarding down U.S. Highway 20 in Idaho Falls while listening to Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams.” After taking a sip of Ocean Spray Cran-Raspberry juice, he turns to the camera and begins lip-syncing to the song. “I don’t use this verbiage often but this is a whole vibe. simple as that,” Twitter user Drew Fog wrote. The...WW…

It’s no secret. Idaho is the fastest-growing state in the country, and not because people are making babies. People are coming here on purpose. Unlike neighboring Utah, the third fastest-growing state, Idaho’s increase in population is due to people actively moving here from other states. Idaho Falls is one place people are looking to move to specifically. “I think we’re seeing a lot of people move here from out of state, particularly because of the cost of living and the quality of life,” Idaho Falls Economic Development Director Dana Briggs told EastIdahoNews.com in 2018. Almost...…It’s no secret. Idaho is the fastest-growing state in the country, and not because people are making babies. People are coming here on purpose. Unlike neighboring Utah, the third fastest-growing state, Idaho’s increase in population is due to people actively moving here from other states. Idaho Falls is one place people are looking to move to specifically. “I think we’re seeing a lot of people move here from out of state, particularly because of the cost of living and the quality of life,” Idaho Falls Economic Development Director Dana Briggs told EastIdahoNews.com in 2018. Almost...WW…