BYU-Idaho Radio

BYU-Idaho's Scroll newspaper has a new edition for the Fall Semester. Brandon Isle and Briona McGregor talk about what's inside.

President and Sister Meredith discuss the importance of the Spirit of Ricks, its history, and what we can do as students and members of our communities to strengthen and share that spirit wherever we go. Article: https://www.byui.edu/radio/campus-news/with-a-record-number-of-students-on-byu-idahos-campus-for-fall-2025-president-and-sister-meredith-share-their-devotional-on-the-importance-of-preser...

Dejan Tahic was only 15 years old when his country was torn apart by war. His parents decided it would be safer for him and his sister to leave before the conflict worsened. Unfortunately, this led to Tahic and his sister living with their aunt in the enemy country of Serbia, and the boarder closing between them and their parents. From there, moving from refugee camp to refugee camp in Hungary. Ev...

Dave Chambers’ name can be spotted on billboards across Rexburg, and it all started with Sparks BBQ.

Temples, or Houses of the Lord are an integral part of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ worship. Being a worldwide church, some members have easier access to the House of the Lord than others. That’s why Karen Harrop and Richard LeDuc, along with a few of their friends, decided to create the nonprofit, Sweetwater Rescue. An organization aimed to help aid those who live i...

he Hangar music venue is at the heart of Rexburg’s music scene. As the fall semester at BYU-Idaho begins with a large class of incoming freshman, the venue has lined up as many shows as possible to bring music to students. This Saturday, they will host a metal show with doors opening at 7:30 p.m.

President Russell M. Nelson marks 101 years of faith and leadership by BYU-Idaho Radio

September is a celebration of many Latin American countries’ independence days, as well as Hispanic Heritage Month. A celebration will be held in honor of Hispanic Heritage this Sunday at the Idaho Falls Waterfront for all to learn about and celebrate Hispanic culture.

Jones Asiegbu and Tanner Williams, both students at BYU-Idaho, noticed a common problem amongst students. They either don’t own a car, or they drive alone with empty seats. Facebook ride boards are full of students looking for rides between Rexburg and Utah. The two students decided to develop Mutualrides, a program designed specifically for BYU-Idaho students to ride share.

The Giving Cupboard in Rigby, Idaho, is growing and needs more volunteers to help those in need in Jefferson County. Student Reporter Cody Miller met volunteer Cheryl Hively to talk about the nonprofit.

For the first time, the Light the World Giving Machines are coming to southeast Idaho. sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, these special vending machines allow people to purchase donations for local and international charities.

India’s Christian population is 2.3% and of that population, more than 15,454 people are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. BYU-Idaho student, Ronit Massey, is one of those members. Growing up in New Delhi, he was the only Christian in his school. After the passing of his father, Massey came to find the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

Al Carraway is known for her books, speeches, and conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Recently things have shifted for her as she and her family have moved from Pennsylvania back to Arizona. Lessons and challenges have arisen as her family has sought to find their personal Zion.

Many new BYU–Idaho faculty members say their decision to teach is rooted not only in career goals but in faith and a sense of calling. From seasoned professionals to returning alumni, each shares how they felt guided to Rexburg to teach, mentor students, and testify of Jesus Christ.

Kye Ellsworth has made art for as long as he can remember. Filling sketchbooks and drawing on whatever he could. Art came naturally to him. Today he’s creating murals with local businesses in Southeastern Idaho to beautify the area and bring people’s visions to life.

BYU opened the 2025 season with a 69-0 blowout win against Portland State, backed by a record crowd in Provo. Freshman QB Bear Bachmeier dazzled in his debut with five first-half touchdowns, while the Cougars piled up 468 rushing yards. Up next: Stanford under the LaVell Edwards Stadium lights.

The Charles Schwab Registered Investment Advisor Talent Advantage (RIATA) Scholarship is highly competitive and has a rigorous application process. BYU-Idaho finance student, Brock Niederer, is all too familiar with the process as he went through it last spring after a recommendation from his professor. Months later, Niederer was surprised to find he had been awarded the scholarship.

The Mud Lake Water Users, Inc. manages and provides the waters for the farms in Terreton, Idaho. Cody Miller interviewed Steve Shylee, president of the canal board about the nonprofit.

The Idaho Potato Museum has been a landmark in Southeastern Idaho for the past 37 years. Although the potatoes themselves haven’t changed much, the experience at the museum has. Exhibits on the history of the potato, the world’s largest potato chip and VR harvesting keep people coming to learn about Idaho’s beloved crop.

Rising Star Outreach supports those affected by leprosy in India through a three-pronged approach: education, medical aid, and community development. Over the past twenty-four years, director of Rising Star Outreach Abroad, Shalay Andrus, has strived to serve the people of India.

When his wife and coworkers started to notice that he was missing parts of communication, Samuel Wadsworth decided to get his hearing checked. The testing revealed that he was starting to experience sensorineural hearing loss, a type of hearing loss that gradually becomes permanent. Relying on his family and God, Wadsworth found the deaf community in Idaho Falls and started to teach ASL to the com...

While on her mission in Florida, Fort Lauderdale and the Mormon Battalion Historic Sites, Lucy Fotu noticed a need amongst sister missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: betterment of their physical health. When she returned home she decided to create the online wellness program to help support sister missionaries serving all over the world.

Calvin Hillgrove grew up surrounded by fine arts in his dad, Justin Hillgrove’s studio in Seattle, Washington. It was part of his reason for wanting to study illustration at BYU-Idaho. While working on toy lines, animations, and comics Calvin Hillgrove has learned to put heart into illustration.

The Idaho Falls Rescue Mission is aiding people in their community with homelessness but they need more funds and volunteers to accomplish their mission. Student Reporter Cody Miller interviewed Chris Aspenall, the director of Development for the nonprofit, about their purpose.

The largest state fair in Idaho, the Eastern Idaho State Fair, starts this Friday and will run through Sept. 6. From carnival rides to food and agriculture, the fair works hard to have something for everyone.