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AAA GAS REPORT: Idaho Gas Prices Jump Six Cents This Week

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BOISE – Idaho drivers are experiencing some turbulence at the pump, and the trend may continue this week. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.63, which is six cents more than a week ago and three cents more than a month ago, but 38 cents cheaper than a year ago.

Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.47 per gallon, which is four cents less than a week ago and a month ago, and 36 cents less than a year ago. With recent price movements, Idaho is now back in the top ten at 10th place for most expensive fuel in the country.

Prior to this week’s uptick, Gem State gas prices had been steadily falling since mid-April.

“We’ve already seen pump prices dip by two cents in the last couple of days, so it’s too early to tell if we’re going to see much in the way of increases this week,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “We may see prices take a few twists and turns as travelers use the remaining weeks of summer for another road trip or two.”

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According to the Energy Information Administration, gasoline demand slipped by 200,000 barrels per day, with a corresponding drop in production. Gasoline stocks decreased by four million barrels. Meanwhile, refinery production is at 90% of capacity nationwide, a nearly 2% decrease, while refineries in the Rockies region dropped production by more than 4% to 88.9% of capacity.

“Tight supplies can put upward pressure on gas prices. Across the country, refineries have seen production drop-offs for the past three weeks,” Conde said. “A surge in demand this week could put further stress on prices at the pump.”

The West Texas Intermediate benchmark for crude oil has also had a bumpy ride, rising and falling by $1-$3 per barrel for each of the past several days. Crude oil makes up more than half of the price of gasoline.

Here’s a look at Idaho gas prices as of 8/5/24:

  • Boise – $3.68
  • Coeur d’Alene – $3.46
  • Franklin – $3.59
  • Idaho Falls – $3.49
  • Lewiston – $3.50
  • Pocatello – $3.66
  • Rexburg – $3.53
  • Twin Falls – $3.65



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Fire damages sheds, power lines near W. Idaho Ave in Ontario

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ONTARIO, Oregon — A fire in a lot near W. Idaho Ave and South Oregon Street in Ontario has visibly damaged sheds and power lines.

Idaho News 6 arrived at the scene Sunday morning at around 12 p.m., finding nearby sheds across a fence line scorched, but standing. Power lines appeared to be damaged in the blaze.

No fire, police, or EMS were still on scene, and there were no surrounding road closures.

Idaho News 6 has reached out to officials and is awaiting additional information.

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Volunteers camp out to take part in the Succor Creek Clean-Up in the Owyhees

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Volunteers camp out to take part in the Succor Creek Clean-Up in the Owyhees


ADRIAN, Oregon — The Friends of the Owyhee organized a clean-up in Malheur County in Oregon, and volunteers came out to pick up trash and get rid of abandoned campers.

“We had two abandoned RV’S and a camper that were abandoned out on public lands,” said Tim Davis, who runs the Friends of the Owyhee. “They were sitting there for upwards of a year, and it is really clear that it is hard to get rid of these.”

WATCH| Check out the video to see volunteers demolish a camper—

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Volunteers camp out for the Succor Creek Clean-Up in the Owyhees

Davis worked with the local sheriff’s office and the BLM to remove the campers, but he found it difficult because there was no place to take these recreational vehicles. The Gambler 500, an off-road group, brought out some people to demolish a camper with an excavator.

“That is awesome to see the turnout with the army of volunteers we have today,” said Brian Arndt of the Gambler 500 group. “We are going to be able to get the camper all in the dumpster, get it cleaned down to the frame, and then everything that can be recycled will be recycled.”

Volunteers camped out on Succor Creek Road on Friday night so they could get an early start on Saturday. Many volunteers will camp out again on Saturday night and finish the clean-up on Sunday.

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“Malheur is the 12th largest county in the United States, and it’s 74 percent public land,” said Davis. “We have very few resources with the BLM; they are understaffed, they have one rec planner right now, so us, as public land owners, should be able to step up and keep this place clean.”

The campsite on Succor Creek Road

Lela Blizzard works as the lone recreational planner for the Vail District of the BLM, who says most sites have signs that say pack it in and pack it out. She says the BLM really needs the cooperation of the public because of how large it is, and she was happy to see how many volunteers showed up.

“I just want to tell them thank you because I know they are taking time out of their weekend to come out here to help us make sure the land continues to look nice for everyone who comes out to enjoy it,” said Blizzard.

Volunteers covered a lot of ground during this event

Griz Ward is one of the volunteers, and he enjoyed camping out, but he also would like to see people pick up after themselves. When it comes to outdoor recreation, it is so important to be part of the solution and not part of the problem.

“If you come out here and play in the area, be respectful,” said Ward. “Pack it in and pack it out, leave no trace and do the right thing, or frankly, stay home.”

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The Succor Creek Clean-Up also received a lot of support from the Treasure Valley, as they got donations from the Ontario Sanitation Service with the dumpsters, Tates Rents with the excavator, and United with porta-potties for the campsite.

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No Kings movement brings statewide protests to Idaho this weekend

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IDAHO — ‘No Kings 3’ protests will take place throughout Idaho on March 28, including in Boise and Twin Falls.

According to the Idaho 50501 Facebook page, there will be speakers & musicians playing at protests across the Treasure Valley.

Protests will take place in Boise, Caldwell, Nampa, Mountain Home, Twin Falls, and other Idaho cities.

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On March 28, Neighborhood Reporters Allie Triepke & Lorien Nettleton will bring coverage of the Boise & Twin Falls protests on Idaho News 6 at 10.





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