Did You Know? Edgar Rice Burroughs

Arlen Walker on May 31, 2019 11:32:37 AM

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Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950), the creator of the Tarzan of the Apes series of novels that have been popular in movies, radio, comic books, and television since early in the twentieth century, once lived and worked in Pocatello, Idaho.

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Did You Know? Naval Ordinance Plant and Air Base

Arlen Walker on May 3, 2019 10:39:00 AM

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Pocatello made a significant contribution to the United States and Allied victory in World War Two. The Naval Ordinance Plant (NOP) and the Pocatello Air Base were established shortly after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 which caused the United States entry into the war.

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Entrepreneur Highlight: A Taste of Paradise

Sammy Rich on Apr 29, 2019 1:52:07 PM

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When you think about Hawaii, you might be drawn to its scenery. With pristine white beaches, crystal clear waters, and luscious palm trees, how could anyone turn down a slice of paradise?

But Hawaii has more than just its beauty to offer. Their food, for one, will take your tastebuds on their own vacation.

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Comfort, Food with Pocatello Food Express

Sammy Rich on Apr 11, 2019 10:39:00 AM

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We’ve all been there, when the urge to cook vanishes and nothing sounds better than going somewhere to eat. But the cost of comfort comes with a downside: having to leave the house.

Thankfully, there is now a solution to this predicament: Pocatello Food Express. They will order your food for you and one of their drivers will deliver it to your door. Now you don’t have to get out of your PJs to enjoy your favorite restaurant!

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Did You Know? ISU Arch

Arlen Walker on Apr 1, 2019 2:33:34 PM

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The ISU Arch was the entry to the first building on the ISU campus, known as the Academy of Idaho in 1902. The original building was expanded by a wing on the west end in 1905 and another on the east end in 1910.

During early decades of the 20th century, the campus front was on Carter Street and the entrance of the Academy faced 7th Avenue, where it meets Carter on the north side of the current lower campus.

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Building A Stronger Community

Sammy Rich on Mar 14, 2019 10:44:00 AM

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Architect Jerry Myers has been a part of Myers-Anderson Architects for almost 35 years. In that time, he has had the opportunity to be involved in a variety of community projects. Myers Anderson has a focus on using old buildings and restoring them-- blending the old with the new.

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Mental Health Highlights: Making a Difference

Sammy Rich on Mar 6, 2019 1:10:52 PM

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According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about one in five veterans returning from Iraq or Afghanistan have post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) or depression. Additionally, around 20 veterans lose their life to suicide each day.

Veterans are more likely to be affected by mental disorders because of their proximity to tragedy. For many, it can be difficult for them to reach out for the help that they need.

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Did You Know? ISU's Red Hill Columns

Arlen Walker on Feb 25, 2019 12:54:36 PM

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The columns on Red Hill were the main features of the McHan Funeral Home (later McHan-Henderson) on South Arthur in old town for fifty years. The business, established in 1916, was demolished in 1966 when it relocated to N. 15th Avenue as Henderson (now Cornelison) Funeral Home.

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Infinite Fun with Infinite Discs

Sammy Rich on Feb 11, 2019 11:12:00 AM

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Good news: frisbee is cool again.

While most might have played frisbee once or twice, the advanced version of frisbee-- disc golf-- offers extra challenges for players.

Disc golf applies the same elements of traditional golf, where players try to land into holes in the least amount of turns. However in disc golf, the holes are baskets covered in chain, and instead of having drivers and balls, players toss different types of discs designed to do different things. Some are designed to travel far distances, while others are made for accuracy or wind resistance.

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Did You Know? ISU's Vocational Arts Building

Arlen Walker on Feb 4, 2019 3:38:16 PM

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The Vocational Arts Building (VA), one of the oldest buildings at ISU, was originally named the Vocational Building and Hangar. It was constructed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) between 1936 and 1939 in a style now known as WPA Rustic (a combination of neo-classical and art deco architecture, strongly influenced by the American craftsman style).

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