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Starting this fall, Idaho Falls School District 91 will begin offering an online option for students. This online program will allow middle school and high school students to take classes online while still being a part of their school. That means they can attend clubs and events. High school students can take a mixed schedule of online and in person classes. Superintendent LaOrange shares details with BYU-Idaho Radio.

BYU-Idaho Collegiate Singers, Vocal Union head on tour by BYU-Idaho Radio

Elder José A. Teixeira, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints told graduating students and their friends and family that when hard times come, if they hold on, the light will come.

Elijah Newell is a BYU-Idaho senior who wrote an online publication exploring the benefits of raising children without smart devices. He was inspired to do this senior project due to the impacts he has seen device addiction have on young children and his peers. He hopes the publication will inspire a change in young parents at BYU-Idaho.

An Area Seventy for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in South Africa just completed a major goal in his life, complete his education. Elder Dwayne J. van Heerden started his BYU-Pathway Worldwide education more than 10 years ago. He graduated this week from BYU-Idaho after completing his degree online. Photo Courtesy: BYU-Idaho

Liana Tan is a wife, mother, and East Idaho content creator who currently works as a DJ at Star 98 (98.5 FM). She's had experience as a journalist in Utah and has done many acting roles, including being cast in the Chosen and Mary Magdalene for the Church's 2025 Easter campaign. She shares her wide range of experience and encourages others to pursue their passions.

Interview with Senator Mark Harris by BYU-Idaho Radio

Interview with Senator Jim Guthrie by BYU-Idaho Radio

Interview with Representative Erin Bingham by BYU-Idaho Radio

On Friday The Idaho falls Opera Theatre will open the first performance of “Gianni Schicchi & Buoso's Ghost.” The performance is two operas with connected storylines. They will be sung in English with some Italian elements, to make the music more accessible to the local community. Production Manager Allison Andersen shared details of the opera with BYU-Idaho Radio

Stage Door Repertory Theatre in Rigby will begin performing “Les Misérables School Edition” on April 10. The show is performed entirely by students. Artistic director Nick Charles shares details on the production

BYU wrapped up spring football with a veteran roster, improved depth and growing chemistry on both sides of the ball. Coaches and players say the Cougars are further ahead than in recent years, but emphasize that continued work will determine whether it leads to a breakthrough season in the Big 12.

Block Fest is a researched-based educational event for parents and children aged 8 months to 8 years old. At the Madison Library District on April 8, the experience is designed to help young children develop different skills and bond with parents through playing with blocks.

Grammy-nominated violinist Jenny Oaks Baker will take her “Inspire” concert to Rupert this month, combining music and messages of faith in a performance aimed at uplifting all in attendance. The performance will take place April 25 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the historic Wilson Theatre. Blending live music with storytelling, the production features compositions by Emmy Award–winning composer Kurt Bestor, paired with a script by Jason F. Wright and narration from actor Ben Lomu to guide audiences through the night.

Kelly Canyon is introducing a new five-year plan to turn the ski resort into a year-round spot. Several events are happening this summer, with multiple projects beginning soon.

On April 6 BYU-Idaho will hold a free Island dance performance to benefit flood relief in Hawaii. In recent weeks Hawaii has seen major flooding, leaving many residents displaced with their homes destroyed.

Jennifer Curtis works as the President of the executive committee for the North Star organization. North Star International is a resource for Latter-day Saints navigating sexual orientation and gender identity who desire to live in harmony with the teachings of Jesus Christ and the doctrine and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Idaho Fish and Game is requesting volunteer help at the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello for the next few months. Beginning Wednesday, April 8 and running through October, volunteers have the opportunity to help maintain and improve the area for the community.

Carson Bush recently graduated from BYU-Idaho with a degree in electrical engineering. After leaving the university he began to work on creating his own multiplayer arcade game that could connect people. Bush's arcade game, “Tank Tonk,” is hosted by various businesses around Rexburg and moves between them.

This weekend students from BYU-Idaho get to sing in a choir at the bi-annual general conference for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

BYU-Idaho student, John “Jay” Mills V, was killed in a rollover car crash on March 21. Former mission leaders and friends remember him as a cheerful, kind “gentle giant,” as support grows for his family through a GoFundMe.

Jon Linford is the academic vice president of BYU-Idaho and is retiring next week. In his devotional address, he spoke about Romans chapter 8 and conversion to Jesus Christ. Linford taught that through turning your spirits to Christ and focusing on the covenant path you can receive His power and help beyond what you can achieve alone.

For mothers rebuilding their lives, even the smallest essentials can mean everything. That's why Two Men and a Truck has partnered with the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission for the second year for its Movers for Moms campaign. Items can be dropped off at any Idaho Falls Les Schwab locations, Paul Davis Restoration, Ammon Citizens Community Bank and the Idaho Falls Fred Meyer. The drive began last week and runs through April 3.

Jon Linford is the academic vice president of BYU-Idaho and is retiring next week. In his devotional address, he spoke about Romans chapter 8 and conversion to Jesus Christ. Linford expanded on what he discussed in his devotional with BYU-Idaho Radio

The Light the World Giving Machine Rexburg Committee gave giant checks to local charities, representing the money donated during the Giving Machine's residency at Hemming Village in December.

Outdoor journalist Kris Millgate will debut her new documentary, “Sage Wisdom West” at an event in the Colonial Theater in Idaho Falls on April 2. The documentary highlights the wildlife living in the high desert of the west, especially the sage grouse. Brandon Isle interviewed Millgate while driving to a lek in Eastern Idaho.

Ahead of the release of the documentary "Sage Wisdom West," Kris Millgate and Brandon Isle went in search of a sage grouse lek in Clark County. This is their adventure.

Carnivale comes to Rexburg at the BYU-Idaho Winter Fashion Show by BYU-Idaho Radio

BYU-Idaho adjunct art professor Brian Call recently painted a painting of Jesus Christ of the "Greater Love" Easter campaign for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Brandon Isle talked to him about his art and the process of creating a new painting of the Savior in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Kirk and Gretchen Cheney are alumni of BYU-Idaho. Kirk is a Yale graduate now working as a general counsel, and his wife, Gretchen, is a stay-at-home mother. They both believe their time at BYU-Idaho helped prepare them for life after college, strengthening their faith and helping them become better disciples of Jesus Christ.

Will BYU's First Round exit determine Dybansta's future with BYU? by BYU-Idaho Radio

The U.S. Forest Service does lots of work to maintain trails to provide public access to the many lakes of Idaho. We take a deeper look at what goes on behind the scenes.

BYU-Idaho's Department of Music is hosting a free piano recital this week.

BYU-Idaho devotional speaker Justin Collings is the academic vice president of Brigham Young University. In his devotional address, he shared the teachings of Joseph Smith regarding education, and the expectations he had for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in furthering their knowledge. He elaborated on his recent devotional address.

Justin Collings shares Joseph Smith's teachings on the importance of education in students' lives

The Cultural Arts Department of Rexburg is performing “Holes” the stage play. Director Rachel Horner has enjoyed her time working with the locals' help to put on the production. Ian Grant plays the lead role of Stanley Yelnats and has had fun with his first ever lead role.

BYU-Idaho students can study European religious history this fall by BYU-Idaho Radio

Interview with Minority Leader Ilanna Rubel by BYU-Idaho Radio

When Sheree Hastings virtually attended an interfaith Easter celebration in Salt Lake City last year, she knew her community of St. Anthony would be the perfect place to host something similar. The Palm Sunday Interfaith Celebration will be held March 29 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints St. Anthony Stake Center and will feature musical groups made up of people of different faiths, with worshippers invited to sing along.

Andrea Schmutz was the winner of the Miss Idaho for America Strong 2026 competition. To raise funds for the national competition she is holding a fundraiser piano concert. Schmutz is the founder of the Empowering Immigrant Women organization in Pocatello.

The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho will feature the lifetime work of Gooding artist Tom Pritscher during its annual Off-the-Wall sale, giving the public a chance to view and purchase pieces from his decades of artistic practice.

BYU-Idaho is holding a Passover experience event with dinner and a lesson. This event is to fulfill the request of the leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to put more emphasis on the Easter season. The lesson will teach the relation between Passover traditions and how they tie into the Savior.

The Rix Stix drumline at BYU-Idaho is joining the other percussion ensemble students on Thursday for a rhythmic night.

Idaho National Laboratory and NVIDIA have partnered to accelerate nuclear energy research in order to make positive impacts on the country as a whole. Nuclear energy is used to help develop things like medicine and construction parts.

Eliza R. Snow was a prominent figure in the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church Historian's Press is releasing a book of discourses given by Snow, titled “Rise Up and Speak.” Co-editor Sharalyn Howcraft shares details on the book

Interview With Representative Rod Furrinss by BYU-Idaho Radio

Interview with Representative Anne Haws by BYU-Idaho Radio

Interview with Representative Michael Veile by BYU-Idaho Radio

In their devotional address, President Robert E. Chambers and Sister Robin S. Chambers spoke about having a strong foundation in the gospel of Jesus Christ to resist temptation. This foundation is obtained through choosing God and being connected to the temple. They taught the importance of service through temple attendance.

President Robert E. Chambers and Sister Robin S. Chambers expand on their recent devotional addresses.

BYU earned a No. 6 seed in the West Region during the NCAA Selection Show and will face the winner of the play-in game between Texas and NC State. The Cougars will tip off their March Madness run Thursday night in Portland.