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BioNTech to close three German plants after failing to find buyers — Sep 28, 2026BioNTech will close Idar-Oberstein, Marburg and Tübingen plants after finding no buyers, affecting about 1,800 staff; Singapore site also shuts.

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Chris Dalton Closing the sites in 2027 and 2028 gives some time to adjust, yet it still shows how quickly things changed once covid shots were no longer needed in big numbers.

Idaho State Plans $70M Community ArenaSports — 3dIdaho State University plans to build the $70 million to $80 million ICCU Bengal Arena on its Pocatello campus, funded through a multiyear gift from Idaho Central Credit Union and other private donations. The roughly 4,500-seat venue will host basketball and serve as a regional event space for concerts, commencements and other gatherings.

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Idaho Stuns No. 1 Montana State, 35-34 — Oct 2, 2026Idaho stunned top-ranked Montana State 35-34 on Joshua Wood’s touchdown pass as time expired and his successful two-point run, handing the Bobcats their first loss in 19 games. The upset was Idaho’s first win of the season and its first-ever victory over a No. 1-ranked team; Montana State was without several injured starters.

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Priya Raman Idaho's last second score and two point run was the perfect way to end their winless streak against the top team.

Volleyball Teams Drop Matches Across Three StatesSports — 2dIdaho lost in four sets to Northern Colorado, while Adrian and North Alabama were each swept by Rochester Christian and Eastern Kentucky, respectively. Northern Colorado hit .404 against Idaho, and North Alabama’s opening set went to extended play before EKU secured the sweep.

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Cal Poly upsets No. 16 Idaho State, 25-24 — 1dCal Poly rallied from a six-point deficit to upset No. 16 Idaho State 25-24, scoring the go-ahead touchdown on Anthony Grigsby Jr.’s 5-yard pass to Misa Paiau with 40 seconds left. Grigsby accounted for three touchdowns as the Mustangs improved to 4-3.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

LDS Church Gives $1 Million to Oppose Idaho MeasurePolitics — 3dThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated $1 million to a PAC opposing Idaho Proposition 1, which would establish abortion and other reproductive-health protections in the state. The church said it remains neutral on political candidates but takes positions on ballot measures it considers to have significant moral consequences.

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Missing Kentucky Teen Found Safe in IdahoWorld — 6dA missing 16-year-old from Bowling Green, Kentucky, was found safe in Idaho with a 32-year-old truck driver, who was taken into custody; the girl has since reunited with her family. The FBI said the recovery was part of a broader operation that located or identified more than 1,400 child victims.

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Man Identified After ICE Vehicle Collision in Harris CountyWorld — 4dAuthorities in Harris County are investigating after an ICE-operated vehicle struck a man during an apparent enforcement action. Separate pedestrian crashes in Washington state and Idaho left people injured, while a bus struck and killed a man in Atlanta; investigations are ongoing, and another source reports a victim identification in a fatal St. Croix County crash without further details.

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Five U.S. Shops Overflow With Niche FindsLifestyle — 3dFrom an Arizona gift shop and a Connecticut stationery-and-art store to specialty destinations for comics, vintage toys and model trains in Florida, Oklahoma and Idaho, these independent shops offer carefully curated finds for hobbyists and curious browsers. Their colorful, densely stocked interiors make a quick stop feel like a nostalgic treasure hunt.

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Golf tournaments draw players across communitiesSports — 2dAn Idaho resort course draws golfers to its movable floating island green, reached by boat. Elsewhere, golf events included a veterans’ competition in Australia, a WMUR employee classic and a Lake Guntersville Chamber fundraiser, while Arizona nonprofit Valleylife announced its upcoming annual charity tournament.

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Fabric Shops Draw Makers Across Five StatesLifestyle — 2dIndependent textile destinations across the country offer makers more than supplies: a longtime California fabric outlet, a Maine farm shop centered on fiber arts and traceable wool, and an Idaho quilt showroom where shoppers can buy kits based on finished samples. Kentucky quilt shops and a multi-floor Massachusetts fabric warehouse round out the range, with services including classes, fabric consultations, upholstery and extensive materials for sewing projects.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Cross-Country Teams Post Podium Finishes Across MeetsSports — 4dCross-country teams posted strong results at meets across Idaho, Iowa, Kansas and Colorado, including CSI’s second-place finish behind Boise State and runner-up finishes by Sumner-Fredericksburg’s girls and Salida’s girls. Sandpoint High also earned academic state championships for its boys soccer, girls golf and girls cross-country teams, with the cross-country squad recording a 3.979 GPA.

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Fall Desserts Spotlight Classics and Idaho Chocolate ShopLifestyle — 3dFall dessert favorites include nostalgic apple dapple cake, Pennsylvania Dutch apple dumplings and a reliable old-fashioned apple pie, alongside a long-loved peanut butter cookie recipe. Walt Disney World is also offering a pumpkin sundae at Magic Kingdom as part of its 2026 Halloween treats.

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British Ultrarunner Plans 50 Marathons Across 50 StatesSports — 4dBritish ultrarunner William Goodge is attempting to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 24 days as part of Mission America, raising money for cancer causes in memory of his mother. The challenge includes community running stops such as Idaho Falls and Bozeman and, if completed, could set a Guinness World Record.

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Five U.S. Ensembles Plan Fall ConcertsMusic — 6dOctober brings a range of regional music performances, including fall concerts by Henry County High School’s symphonic band, the University of South Alabama’s choirs, and Lee University’s orchestra. Other highlights include the Sierra Nevada Baroque Ensemble’s program of Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and Rameau, and the Idaho Falls Symphony’s season-search concert featuring Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Carl Martin Millard, Army Veteran, Dies at 80Politics — 4dNational Democratic Committee Chair Ken Martin is heading to Idaho for weekend campaign events.

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Cash-Strapped Farmers Found A Money Stream, But Their Community Is Saying Not So Fast — 4dA fight over renewable energy in rural Idaho has turned into a battle over private property rights, as farmers push local officials to overturn a ban preventing them from leasing their own land for large-scale energy projects.

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Marcus Bell Farmers have every right to lease their land for solar or wind if it keeps them afloat without hurting anyone else.

Cities, States Invite Students to Name SnowplowsWeather — Oct 4, 2026Worcester, Vermont, Boulder and Idaho are inviting students to submit creative names for snowplows ahead of the 2026–27 winter season, with contests spanning different grade levels and, in some places, homeschoolers or college students. Winning names will appear on plows, while selection methods and student rewards vary by program, including public voting, school or agency judging, and classroom visits.

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Agnico Plans 14.9% Scout Stake, Idaho Earn-In — Sep 18, 2026Agnico Eagle Mines is taking a 14.9% stake in Scout Discoveries for about US$14.8 million at US$1.50 per share, with The Electrum Group investing roughly US$10.2 million to raise its stake to 30% as part of a US$25 million private placement. The deal includes earn-in rights that could push Agnico to up to 70% in Scout’s Elk City and Muldoon projects by funding up to US$60 million and US$30 million over eight years, with initial milestones at 51% for Elk City and 51% for Muldoon before further increases.

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Governor Candidate Vows To Keep Sharia Law Out Of Swing State With Large Muslim Population1 source — 4mRepublican Michigan State Sen. Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt took a stand against Sharia law Wednesday by introducing a resolution reaffirming his chamber's "commitment to the supremacy of the U.S. and Michigan constitutions."

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First US-Born Pope Champions America’s Founding During Award By National Constitution Center1 source — 4mWith the United States on the cusp of celebrating 250 years independence, the first American pope was honored Friday by the National Constitution Center as its 2026 Liberty Medal recipient.

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Purdy Tops MVP Odds, 49ers Reach 5-0Sports — 19hBrock Purdy moved ahead of Josh Allen as the betting favorite for NFL MVP after leading the 49ers to a 32-29 comeback win over Seattle and a 5-0 start. Though Purdy had a relatively modest game by his early-season standards, his overall production and San Francisco’s unbeaten record have strengthened his candidacy, while Allen still has a chance to respond.

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Nine Dead in Erie Shooting, Including Two Children — 2dNine people, including two children, were killed Friday at a Perry Street home in Erie, Pennsylvania; the suspected shooter was found dead inside.

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US Plans Livestreamed Hasan Firing-Squad Execution — 3dPentagon will livestream Nidal Malik Hasan's Dec. 3 firing-squad execution at Fort Hood, the first U.S. military execution since 1961.

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