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Construction workers began excavating with three backhoes along Rexburg's University Blvd + Yellowstone Highway on Tuesday while a young family observed, though officials have not yet revealed the planned building details.

Idaho’s Liberty Bell replica was on display Wednesday at the Museum of Henry’s Fork as part of the America250 celebration and will tour all 44 counties.

Museum official Thomas Howell explained (the Bell was welded to fix its crack) after visitors asked about it.

The Rexburg Urban Renewal Agency (URA) is selling the old seminary building at 30 North 1st West for a starting bid of $625,000 and accepting proposals until Sept 14 as groups explore ways to restore this historic structure; the bid reflects its original purchase price and renovation costs.

Crews from Rocky Mountain Power are working to clear a downed power line near the 3400 block at East 2000 North, and the road will remain closed for about 4 hours; drivers are advised to use alternate routes until the area is safe.

Blister's Barbecue marks 15 years by offering an anniversary special today on Main Street featuring $1 fries and $6 pulled pork sandwiches.

The restaurant began as a small gas station spot on Highway 33 and now seats over 100 locals with fresh potatoes from Summerco Farms.

Nunsense, a humorous musical directed by Nick Charles, will open Friday at Stage Door Repertory Theatre in Rigby (3804 East Indian Creek Loop, Unit 6) with shows running through Sept.

26. The interactive performance blends comedy and tender moments and is new to east Idaho.

To honor local 9/11 victim Brady Kay Howell, a flag raising will occur Friday at 7 a.m. at Station (1) at 26 North Center Street in Rexburg, with a Memorial Walk at Porter Park and a Patriot Day Memorial Ceremony at 6 p.m. later that day.

Horsemen from the area will showcase their skills in starting young horses at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Rexburg from Sept.

17 to Sept. 19. Organizers will honor a fallen trainer by raising funds through a pig and gun raffle and baked sale.