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Idaho to host 2026 World Championship Jet Boat River Race

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February 20, 2026

Idaho to host 2026 World Championship Jet Boat River Race

Idaho’s rivers are about to become the ultimate racetrack.

In May, the state will host the 2026 World Championship Jet Boat River Race, a high-speed, international competition that will run across some of Idaho’s most iconic waterways — the Payette, Salmon, Snake and St. Joe rivers.

Local jet boat racer Doug Stowers, President of the USA Jet River Racing Association, said the sport has a way of pulling people in fast. “It’s really cool to watch, it’s very addicting, I have yet to find anybody that hasn’t watched it and instantly become addicted to the sport,” Stowers said.

Stowers and his wife, Jenny Grandjean, plan to compete — and they said their own path into racing started as something much more casual. A leisurely boat ride turned into a need for speed, and the husband-and-wife duo found themselves hooked on jet boat racing.

Stowers recalled what stood out most from their first race together. “The biggest thing for me is we finished that first race and to see the joy on her face,” he said.

Grandjean said she was nervous at first, but that didn’t last long once they got on the water. “When we decided to go out in a race, I was initially terrified and then as soon as we did kind of our first run up and down the river, I think that’s kind of when I said, well, this is going to work out I’m hooked at this point and you know, does this boat go faster?” Grandjean said.

Jet boat racing is international, with competitors from New Zeland, Canada, Mexico and the U.S. expected to go head-to-head. Last year, Canada hosted the world championship in Alberta and British Columbia. Now, it’s Idaho’s turn.

Stowers said Idaho’s variety of rivers is part of what makes it a standout host. “Idaho has so many different choices of types of rivers to run. We can race the Payette River and it has a certain style of whitewater or rapids or flat water and then after that we go up North to the St. Joe River, which is more meandering current sharp corners through forested area,” he said.

The event kicks off Friday, May 8, in Emmett, Idaho, with an opening ceremony at the Roadhouse concert venue.

Stowers compared the championship to the biggest stages in sports. “It’s an event that’s our Super Bowl or our Olympics, if you will, you know so come be part of it,” he said.

The USA Jet River Racing Association is a nonprofit that runs entirely on donations and sponsorships. For businesses interested in sponsoring the statewide event and for people who want to volunteer click here.

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Town Hall to address future of Medicaid expansion in Idaho – Local News 8

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February 28, 2026

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Town Hall to address future of Medicaid expansion in Idaho – Local News 8

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Nearly two-thirds of Idaho voters approved Medicaid expansion, but local leaders say that coverage is now at risk.

According to the organizers of a town hall set for Saturday, February 28, proposed changes could severely impact Idaho’s rural hospitals and leave thousands of residents without access to healthcare.

The town hall, titled “Protecting What Works: Medicaid Expansion in Idaho,” will take place at Chubbuck City Hall from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

A panel of representatives from across the healthcare sector — including home health, hospitals, and public and community health — will answer questions about how Medicaid expansion works in Idaho and how potential cuts could affect communities. Organizers say there will also be time for audience questions.

One of the event organizers told Local News 8 why the discussion is important:

“There have been conversations in the last couple of legislative sessions about either fully repealing Medicaid expansion or making significant cuts to Medicaid,” Shantay Boxham, the organizer, said. “This is an educational forum to ensure voters and community members have the information they need about what the program is, what’s at stake, and how it supports Idaho and Idahoans.”

There are limited seats available for the meeting. To reserve a spot, visit members.pocatello.com.

Local News 8 will continue to follow this story and have updates tomorrow.

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Idaho CBD retailers navigating uncertainty under new hemp rules

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February 27, 2026

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Idaho CBD retailers navigating uncertainty under new hemp rules

Idaho takes pride in being a no-THC zone. Unlike our neighbors on all sides, the Gem State has taken a firm stance not to legalize marijuana for medicinal or recreational use for years. This opposition long extended to the legalization of hemp, a plant relative of marijuana with far lower levels of the intoxicating chemical […]

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Idaho Lottery results: See winning numbers for Pick 3, Pick 4 on Feb. 26, 2026

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February 27, 2026

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The results are in for the Idaho Lottery’s draw games on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.

Here’s a look at winning numbers for each game on Feb. 26.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from Feb. 26 drawing

Day: 9-8-5

Night: 3-0-0

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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Feb. 26 drawing

Day: 9-8-4-2

Night: 9-7-2-1

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Winning Idaho Cash numbers from Feb. 26 drawing

04-21-25-30-34

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Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from Feb. 26 drawing

03-14-22-50-57, Bonus: 04

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When are the Idaho Lottery drawings held ?

Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 1:59 p.m. (Day) and 7:59 p.m. (Night) MT daily.
Pick 4: 1:59 p.m. (Day) and 7:59 p.m. (Night) MT daily.
Lucky For Life: 8:35 p.m. MT Monday and Thursday.
Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
5 Star Draw: 8 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
Idaho Cash: 8 p.m. MT daily.
Millionaire for Life: 9:15 p.m. MT daily.

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