IDAHO FALLS – Mountain West Dermatology and Esthetics recently celebrated two decades of business in eastern Idaho.
The clinic at 3425 Merlin Drive in Idaho Falls offers general dermatology care, along with cosmetic services, such as exfoliation treatment, facials and facial waxing, and microneedling, including PRP.
It began offering Gentle Cure Oncology in 2022 to offer Image Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (IG-SRT) for treatment of skin cancers without surgery. This state of the art therapy has been popular among patients with skin cancer on the face or sensitive areas, like the nose or ear.
Meeting patient demand has been challenging, especially when it comes to scheduling appointments. That’s why the clinic is now offering walk-in appointments to give patients greater flexibility and control over their skin care.
“We are pleased to announce a no appointment walk-in dermatology clinic in Idaho Falls – Derm Quick Care. Our goal is to allow patients the flexibility to show up when they have time and have their skin concerns evaluated the same day by a qualified dermatology professional,” Dr. Mark Hinkson says in a news release.
Recruited by Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center to help satisfy the demand for dermatology care in Idaho Falls, Dr. Hinkson opened his practice in August 2004.
“Coming to Idaho was a great move for me and my family. My wife grew up in the area, and we were excited to raise our family here,” says Hinkson.
The team at Mountain West Dermatology now includes Dr. Mark Hinkson, Rob Willis PA-C, Krystal Ray, PA-C, and Wendy Christiansen, Licensed Esthetician.
Mountain West Dermatology and Esthetics is grateful to its patients and those who have supported the practice over the last 20 years. The team is looking forward to serving the community for many years to come.
Derm Quick Care is on a first come, first serve basis. The team recommends patients arrive earlier in the day to make sure they’re able to get the care they need.
Walk-in times are open Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
“We are excited to offer this unique approach,” Ray says in a news release. “Rashes or warts, acne, mole and skin cancer checks, we take care of all things dermatology. It’s us doing what we do best without the need for an appointment.”
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In the last four years, more than 500 young people from every region of Idaho have enrolled in – and many completed – Federally Registered Apprenticeships for occupations as varied as teacher’s aide, welder, personal trainer and medical assistant.
Idaho Business for Education’s Youth Apprenticeship Program has been a key player in helping employers, school districts, training providers and young people from 16 to 24 years of age expand opportunities to grow Idaho’s workforce through apprenticeship.
In Idaho, we are hoping to increase the percentage of high school graduates who “go on” to some form of higher education (including the military). Although apprenticeship is not explicitly included in this goal, it can be a life-changing alternative to young people looking for innovative ways to enter meaningful careers that pay well and provide challenge and opportunity. And it often includes more traditional training that is very much a part of the state’s “go on” effort.
During National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 17-23) Idaho Business for Education wants to recognize and celebrate entering its fifth year of supporting youth apprenticeship. It started in 2020 when IBE and the Idaho Workforce Development Council were awarded a four-year grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to establish, grow, support and sustain youth apprenticeship. It continues with a new grant from the IWDC to expand this work through 2026.
Why are IBE and IWDC so passionate about youth apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship has a proven track record of helping workers and employers by providing on-the-job training, classroom-type instruction, mentorship, and a clear career path.
Apprenticeship helps businesses (and nonprofit employers) attract and retain top talent at a time when the labor market is more competitive than ever.
Apprenticeship creates partnerships between schools and employers, connecting students as young as 16 to real jobs that lead to meaningful careers.
Our grant provides eligible youth apprentices up to $750 per year to cover related costs, such as equipment, clothing, supplies or even the expenses to drive to and from work. For many young people, this is a game-changing service that means the difference between being able to enter the workforce or not.
The program can connect with other programs, such as Idaho LAUNCH, the new program that pays for up to 80 percent of eligible graduating high school seniors for post-secondary tuition and fees. This can be part of an approved youth apprenticeship.
Idaho has received national recognition for this program and has lots of highlights to celebrate. In Soda Springs, the high school has both sponsored its own apprenticeships for teacher’s aides and other opportunities and collaborated with local employers to establish apprenticeships around the region, with over 70 apprentices placed to date.
Elsewhere, the Nez Perce Tribe has partnered with IBE to create unique and sustainable opportunities for over 50 of its young people in a variety of fields. Large employers such as St. Luke’s Health System and Micron are significant participants in apprenticeship in the Treasure Valley. Idaho Central Credit Union partners with high schools across the state using branches right in the schools, placing 65 apprentices to date.
There are many more – dozens more. Each example tells its own story, with unique opportunities to expand the state’s workforce, introduce young people to new opportunities, and open doors for coursework and technical certifications.
Idaho Capital Sun is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Idaho Capital Sun maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor Christina Lords for questions: info@idahocapitalsun.com. Follow Idaho Capital Sun on Facebook and X.
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IDAHO COUNTY, Idaho – A multi-car accident on Highway 95 has shut down two lanes near Tuchbreiter.
According to the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office, the crash, which involved multiple cars, occurred Friday night. Both lanes remain closed.
It is unclear when the lanes will reopen, but Idaho 511 is advising drivers to seek alternative routes.
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Yessi Puerto Vallarta has been a family-run restaurant for over 25 years | Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com
IDAHO FALLS — For over 25 years, a local Mexican restaurant has been serving authentic family recipes to east Idaho.
Maria Hernandez, the manager of Yessi Puerto Vallarta, says her family has been in the food business for decades, serving homemade Mexican dishes that have been passed down for generations.
“We got started from a friend in the family that used to have restaurants in the Washington area, and we decided to try our luck and start a business with the family,” says Hernandez. “It’s always been a family restaurant, and we’ve been in the area for, oh wow, over 25 years now.”
EastIdahoNews.com was lucky enough to try some of their most popular dishes, starting with the Pollo a la Crema.
This dish consists of sliced chicken, a cream sauce with mushrooms and onions, a side of rice and beans and tortillas.
“This has been a very popular item on the menu,” says Hernandez. “It is a really good dish.”
Next, we tried Hernandez’s favorite dish on the menu, the Chile Rellenos.
The Chile Rellenos are stuffed green peppers with cheese, battered with an egg and smothered with white cheese and red sauce. On the side is a chimichanga with sour cream, guacamole, rice and beans.
“This would have to be, I’d say, a very very popular meal as well,” says Hernandez. “Everybody comes in here and says ‘I’m here for the Chile Rellenos; I know they’re good.’”
Lastly, we tried a personal favorite: street tacos. The types available are steak, spicy or marinated pork with or without pineapple, carne asada, grilled chicken, or chorizo.
“We cook the meat every time people order a taco,” says Hernandez. “They come with the cilantro and onion, and some slices of lime. The pineapple pork and the carne asada are very, very popular. Our chorizo is also homemade, so it’s really popular.”
Everything we tried was absolutely delicious, so we highly recommend trying Yessi Puerto Vallarta the next time you’re going out to eat!
You can find them at 2668 East Sunnyside Road. They are open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Check them out on Facebook here.
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