On a blustery November morning runners and walkers of all ages braved the weather to support the 7th annual “Tater Trot”. This event, started by Jon and Marlene Lyksett (see link here to 2013 race) has generated thousands of dollars over the years for helping the hungry in Blackfoot and Bingham County. This year was…
The 2016-2017 weekly dinners concluded with the annual appreciation dinner that was held at the Methodist church on April 11th. This dinner was organized and served by CDT board members, with assistance this year by family, friends and volunteers from the Blackfoot LDS Young Single Adult Wards. The dinner is offered as a way for…
The spirit of Christmas was shared by a generous community this year. On December 21st numerous volunteers came together to distribute 310 food boxes at the Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds with another 40 boxes provided to families at the Blackfoot Food Pantry. Months of hard work and preparations had gone into making this year another…
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) is celebrating their 30 year anniversary and to that end, they have launched a website with a historical look-back at www.eirmc30years.com. As part of their anniversary, they are giving back to the communities that have supported them by collecting 30,000 canned goods to donate to eleven food banks in their…
The fifth annual Tommy Vaughn’s Marathon and More was held on Saturday, May 21st against the backdrop of a wet spring morning. Hardy runners were able to participate in a full marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K or kids fun run. They all seemed to enjoy the chance to be part of this community event, in spite…
