Blackfoot Valley Dispatch - The Blackfoot Valley's News Source Since 1980

Just like the 4th of July celebration this past weekend, the start of summer is finally here with a bang, giving us hot weather days. The hot days seem to be consistently moderated with a cycle of thunderstorms, with cooler temperatures and rainfall. This cycle of storms will influence what kind of fire season we have as it did last summer.

I'd like to report out a few key updates and speak to...