By Scott W. Elliott For the Journal SALMON — Seven years ago, any out-of-towner might not have looked twice at the old Odd Fellows building in downtown Salmon, which is in central Idaho north of Challis. But volunteer Cindy Phelps and the Craig and Jessica McCallum family saw potential — a tan brick facade on
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Seven business trends for the new year
By Jeff Hough As the new year approaches, I can’t help but wonder what the future will bring. For those interested in the political arena, the new year holds as much promise as it does dread (depending on your party affiliation). Yet, the business world continues to move forward at an ever increasing pace. This
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What’s happening in Old Town Pocatello
By Stephanie Palagi The Old Town Pocatello merchants invite you to come explore the wonders of Old Town Pocatello this last week before Christmas. Come shop and find the perfect gift…from bikes to fishing supplies….jewelry to trendy fashion……..home decor to fine art, Old Town offers it all in our charming shops. Come dine and experience
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A foundation for success
By Jeff Hough Recently I climbed Mt. Borah, the highest peak in Idaho, with my oldest son. Against his wishes we started out before dawn with the goal of being close to the summit when the sun came up. It was a clear night and the stars lit our path as we wound our way
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What’s happening in Old Town Pocatello
By Stephanie Palagi The Bridge, now located inside the Historic Yellowstone Hotel located at 203 W. Bonneville, invites you to celebrate their grand opening during a special engagement with Pocatello’s own singer-songwriter Steve Eaton with guest musician Rob Harding. The grand opening events will be held on two nights, December 16th and 17th. Concerts begin
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Congress reconsiders rest rules for truckers
By Sarah Glenn IDAHO FALLS — Trucking companies are breathing a sigh of relief today while road safety watchdogs wring their hands. Congress tucked language into it’s short-term spending bill that begins to roll back restrictive rules for how long (and when) long-haul truck drivers are required to rest. The whole bill passed the Senate
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Making better decisions
By Jeff Hough Each week as I sit down to write this article I sift through a file of article ideas. Choosing the topic for the week can be a challenge. Sometimes the choice is easy because I have an idea that has to get out of my head. Yet, other weeks are difficult because
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Addressing perceptions: Auto mechanics work to build trust
By Sarah Glenn POCATELLO — When the car breaks down, do you have a mechanic you trust? Two out of three people will likely answer “no” according to a recent AAA survey. The biggest reasons for the trust issues included overcharges, recommendations for unnecessary repairs, and poor past experiences. Although not new, the tricky relationship
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