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University of Idaho archaeologists are digging up ordinary objects like buttons and broken tools to reveal how pioneer families really lived. The project invites everyday volunteers to discover Idaho's history buried right in their backyards.
The Idaho State Bengals just made program history, sweeping the Big Sky Softball Championship with three dominant wins to claim their first tournament title ever. Now they're heading to the NCAA Tournament as champions.
Volunteers across Idaho are making history by completing over 150,000 acts of kindness as part of America's 250th anniversary celebration. From knitting hats to building wheelchair ramps, everyday people are proving that small acts of service can transform communities.
Olympic moguls skier Jaelin Kauf returned to her Idaho hometown as the most decorated American in her sport's history. The 29-year-old Driggs native became the first U.S. athlete to medal in both single and dual moguls at a single Games.
A groundbreaking exhibition in Western Australia is rewriting colonial history by centering Indigenous voices that were deliberately overlooked for 140 years. Seven Menang elders are sharing their oral histories to complete the story of Albany, Australia's first colonial settlement.
Eastern Idaho is attempting to break the world record for the largest hammock hangout, and anyone can join the fun. Participants will get their own hammock, enjoy live music, and take home a piece of history.
More than 4,000 Idaho farmers will keep their water flowing this summer despite severe drought conditions, thanks to a collaborative agreement between the governor and Idaho Power. It's a temporary relief that buys crucial time while leaders work on long-term solutions.
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Idaho is sitting on a clean energy goldmine that could power the state with zero emissions. A breakthrough technology and $1.89 billion investment are turning volcanic heat beneath Idaho into the next American energy boom.
Idaho cattle ranchers and volunteers teamed up to donate over 230,000 servings of high-quality beef to families facing food insecurity in 2025. The Idaho Beef Counts program has now distributed more than 2.6 million protein-packed meals since 2010.
Since the 1860s, Black family reunions have been healing broken bonds and preserving culture. What started as formerly enslaved people searching for lost relatives is now a powerful tradition keeping history alive.
Caroline Harvey became the first defender ever selected first overall in PWHL Draft history, capping off a stellar year that included Olympic gold and tournament MVP honors. The 23-year-old star joins Vancouver alongside best friend Laila Edwards, who made history as the highest-drafted Black player in league history.
The Georgia Bulldogs just became the first team in SEC history to win all five road series in conference play, capping off a dominant championship season. Their catcher also made NCAA history with a rare power and speed combination that only five players before him have achieved.
A father turned a childhood board game into history, smashing a Hungry Hungry Hippos speed record with his family while becoming only the third person ever to hold 200 world records at once. The Rush family cleared the game in 3.75 seconds, beating the previous record by over a second.
Two educators are attempting to break a Guinness World Record by teaching the longest history lesson ever: 30-plus hours covering 5,000 years of Black history. Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwen Ebron started their marathon teaching session in Philadelphia, turning endurance into education. #
The University of Idaho's basketball team is joining a nationwide coaching movement that's raised $179 million to help cancer patients get free rides to treatment, lodging, and 24/7 support. What started with one cancer survivor coach in 1993 has become a lifeline for millions.
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket, creating the first father-to-son assist in NBA's 78-year history. The Lakers teammates made sports history while making a dad's dream come true.
Idaho is celebrating National Random Acts of Kindness Day with an ambitious goal: log 250,000 acts of service by July 4, 2026, as part of America's 250th anniversary. From building wheelchair ramps to decorating care center rooms, Idahoans are already proving that small gestures can transform entire communities.
After decades of advocacy, Idaho residents exposed to 1950s nuclear testing can finally receive $100,000 compensation for radiation-related cancers. The window closes in December 2027.
A dairy farm in Idaho is transforming waste from 35,000 cows into renewable fuel that powers trucks across the region. The facility represents one of the largest dairy renewable energy operations in North America.
Lerna Ekmekcioglu, who studies how communities seek justice after hardship, becomes head of MIT's History Section. Her colleagues celebrate a department known for ambitious projects and genuine collaboration.
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