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'Big volunteer effort': Salmon eyes new school opening in 2026

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'Big volunteer effort': Salmon eyes new school opening in 2026

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Volunteers excavating Salmon’s new school site pause for lunch during one of 15 “haul days” this winter. | Courtesy Salmon Schools Needs Assessment Committee on Facebook SALMON (IdahoEdNews.org) — Salmon is on track to have a new school building next year, after voters last year passed a historic bond measure. Construction on the $29 million facility, which will serve pre-school through eighth grade, broke ground in December. The project should …See the Story

Sweeping the Middle Fork: Watch What It Takes to Pilot a 4,000-Pound Raft in Whitewater Rapids

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Sweeping the Middle Fork: Watch What It Takes to Pilot a 4,000-Pound Raft in Whitewater Rapids

There are a lot of watercraft on Idaho’s Salmon and Middle Fork Rivers at any given moment. There are full-sized rafts, dories, canoes, kayaks, and fishing floats. But one of the most iconic boats you’ll see is the “Sweep Boat.” Mostly popular in Idaho, these specialized inflatables are made to haul gear over whitewater rapids. They are large. They are steered with long oars (known as sweeps). And they are both essential for river trips and very…Read Article

Salmon teacher selected for prestigious National STEM Scholar Program

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

SALMON, Idaho (KIFI) — A dedicated teacher from Salmon has earned a coveted spot in the National STEM Scholar Program. Renae Lewis, of Salmon Junior-Senior High School, is one of only ten middle school teachers nationwide selected for this highly competitive program, recognizing her commitment to making science, technology, engineering, and mathematics come alive for her students. Teachers were asked to apply with a "challenge project" they woul…Science · Salmon See the Story

Performing CPR, responding to possible DUI’s, it’s never a dull day for Fish and Game officers in Idaho’s Salmon Region

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Idaho Fish and Game Spring brings a flurry of activity for Idaho Department of Fish and Game conservation officers. While enforcement of Idaho’s wildlife laws is their main focus, Idaho’s conservation officers’ duties are broad, and their days are never boring. This spring, local officers assisted Custer and Lemhi County Sherriff deputies with two impaired drivers, performed CPR on an unresponsive steelhead angler until Life Flight arrived, taug…Salmon · Salmon Read Article

City redistricting committee approves new ward map despite some concerns

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

The committee felt stuck to choose between displacing several council members or staying aligned with the boundaries the county has drawn.Salmon · Salmon See the Story

Never a dull day for Fish and Game officers in Idaho’s Salmon Region

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While spring steelhead season keeps local conservation officers busy, they do much moreConservation · Salmon See the Story

Idaho Fish and Game hosting shooting clinic in Salmon

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The following is a news release from the Idaho Dept. of Fish and Game. SALMON – Idaho Fish and Game will host a Shooting Skills Clinic on May 10 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Lemhi County Public Rifle Range. This hands-on clinic is perfect for beginners, especially those who have recently completed a Hunter Education course but missed out on the live-fire field day. The clinic will begin with a short classroom session on firearm safety and shooting…Salmon · Salmon Read Article

Plea agreements in firefighting bid case mean no trials

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Kris Bird of Salmon has reached a plea agreement with the U.S. Attorney's Office, which means his April 7 federal court trial was not held.Salmon · Salmon Read Article

Middle Fork of the Salmon vs Main Salmon

Middle Fork of the Salmon versus the Main Salmon. Here’s a look at both, by the numbers, with further explanation below. Middle Fork of the Salmon Main Salmon Mileage 99 miles 81 miles Typical length of trip 6 or 7 days 5 or 6 days Difficulty Class II, III & IV Class II & III Quantity of rapids 92 named rapids 33 named rapids River volume Low volume river High volume river Permit odds 1.7% chance of winning a permit 1.4% chan…Salmon · Salmon See the Story

River otter trapping season closes Sunday in the Salmon Region

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Idaho Fish and Game The following is a news release from Idaho Fish and Game. SALMON — The river otter harvest quota for Idaho’s Salmon Region was reached on Thursday, March 27. The otter trapping season for the entire region closes 72 hours after the harvest quota has been met. As a result, the otter season for the entire region closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 30. Trappers will be allowed to keep otters trapped prior to 11:59 p.m. on Sund…Salmon · Salmon Read Article