Anna Taylor is the Online Employment and Scheduling Director here at BYU-Idaho and is today’s devotional speaker. In this interview, Sister Taylor dives into the inspiration behind the topic of her devotional address and shares stories of how she has applied the principles from her address into her own life.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/byu-idaho-devotional-speaker-shares-her-testimony-of-the-atonement-of-jesus-christ

Pre-devotional interview with Anna Taylor

Christopher Tapp's death is officially classified as a homicide, a 5-day isolation period is no longer needed for those who test positive for COVID-19, and BYU-Idaho center stage will host Emmy and Tony award-winning star Kristen Chenoweth.

Evening Headlines for March 1, 2024

Candace Willmore, a Data Analyst at BYU-Idaho and today's devotional speaker, asserts that joy can be found amidst trials by tapping into one's divine identity as a child of God and focusing on the Atonement of Jesus Christ. She encourages individuals to seek joy by recognizing God's presence in their surroundings and welcoming his love into their lives.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/jesus-christ-is-joy-teaches-byu-idaho-devotional-speaker

BYU-Idaho devotional speaker shares that Jesus Christ is Joy

Candace Willmore, a Data Analyst at BYU-Idaho, gives her devotional titled "Jesus Christ is Joy."

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/jesus-christ-is-joy-teaches-byu-idaho-devotional-speaker

Candace Willmore Devotional titled "Jesus Christ is Joy"

Artificial Intelligence has developed fast in the past three years. Discussions on using AI in the classroom, and it's capabilities in creative works are hotly debated. Student reporter Christian Nelson talks with students and professors at BYU-Idaho about how AI is affecting their lives and professions.
This is the first part of a 3-episode series on AI at BYU-Idaho.

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/11/21/what-the-data-says-about-americans-views-of-artificial-intelligence/

AI and the Future of Education: Part 1

Elaine S. Dalton gave her devotional address at BYU-Idaho titled "The Lord Will Lead Thee by the Hand" on Tuesday, March 12.

"The Lord Will Lead Thee by the Hand" Elaine S. Dalton

Elaine S. Dalton, former Young Women General President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered an address at BYU-Idaho titled "The Lord Will Lead Thee by the Hand," emphasizing the importance of preparing to become faithful covenant leaders in the latter days through developing a covenant relationship with God. Drawing inspiration from scripture and citing President Thomas S. Monson as an exemplary covenant leader, Dalton highlights the significance of charity and promises those who embrace this path to hear the voice of the Lord and walk with the Savior by their side.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/former-young-women-general-president-shares-what-it-is-to-be-a-covenant-leader

Former Young Women General President shares what it is to be a covenant leader

Jason S. Carroll gave his devotional address titled "A True Temple Marriage" today at BYU-Idaho.

"A True Temple Marriage" Jason S. Carroll

In his BYU-Idaho devotional address, Jason S. Carroll, director of the Family Initiative at Brigham Young University, underscores the significance of temple marriages within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, blending spiritual teachings with professional insights. He emphasizes that a true temple marriage is not just a ceremony's location but a divine pattern, guiding couples to align their relationships with God's design for lasting unity and blessings.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/byu-idaho-devotional-speaker-merges-faith-and-science-for-stronger-marriages

BYU-Idaho devotional speaker merges faith and science for stronger marriages

Chad Daybell is now in the Ada County jail waiting for the start of his murder trial, John McSwain has the scoop on the Sacred Music Series, and gas prices in Idaho continue to rise.

Evening Headlines for March 22, 2024

Listen to our Morning Headlines today to learn more about a possible community ice rink coming to Rexburg, the city of Rexburg receiving a 2 million dollar grant, and President Eyring dedicating the second temple in St. George yesterday.

Morning Headlines For March 25, 2024

Elder Ricardo P. Gimenez, a General Authority Seventy, gave his devotional titled "Awake, put on your strength!" at BYU-Idaho on Tuesday, March 26th.

"Awake, put on your strength!" by Elder Ricardo P. Gimenez

Elder Ricardo P. Gimenez, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dives deeper into his devotional address and talks a little bit about an LDS temple groundbreaking ceremony in preparation for the Teton River Idaho Temple groundbreaking ceremony later this year.

Elder Ricardo P. Gimenez dives deeper into his devotional address

In 2018, Jeremy and Rochelle Claridge launched Kainoa’s Hawaiian Grill in Rexburg, driven by their passion for Hawaiian cuisine. With faith as their compass and seizing favorable opportunities, they now prepare to expand their thriving enterprise to new locations in Idaho Falls and Caldwell, heralding a promising future of growth and culinary exploration.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/local-news/couple-behind-rexburg-hawaiian-restaurant-prepare-to-expand

Couple behind Rexburg Hawaiian restaurant prepare to expand

Jeremy Hall, the Financial Reporting Director at BYU-Idaho gave his devotional on Tuesday, April 2nd.

"We are Creators and Builder" Jeremy Hall

Jeremy Hall, financial reporting director at BYU-Idaho, urges students to embrace their roles as creators and builders in their faith and lives, drawing inspiration from woodworking and the teachings of President Russell M. Nelson. Hall emphasizes the importance of cultivating faith, contributing positively to the world and preparing for eternal blessings through acts of creation and building.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/devotional/byu-idaho-devotional-speaker-urges-students-to-become-creators

BYU-Idaho devotional speaker urges students to become creators

The 2024 Winter semester is wrapping up and that means BYU-Idaho has a new class of graduates including some familiar voices for BYU-Idaho Radio.

BYU-Idaho Winter 2024 Commencement preview

In this interview BYU-Idaho Symphony Band Director David Faries gives insights on the upcoming Symphony Band concert which includes, the theme for the concert, the arrangement differences between a Symphony Orchestra and Band, and the pieces the band will perform.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/campus-news/the-symphony-band-presents-an-american-in-paris-concery

Symphony Band An American in Paris Interview

Idaho Falls Opera Theatre will perform “The Marriage of Figaro” on April 12. It’s a comedy about two servants who are soon to be married but they experience some roadblocks along the way.

The Marriage of Figaro coming to the Idaho Falls Opera Theatre

All Aboard Northwest is a nonprofit organization that advocates for more passenger rail opportunities for all those who can't drive to their destination.

All Aboard Northwest advocates new passenger railroad in Eastern Idaho

BYU-Idaho students Devon Phelps and Tucker Hoppe founded their band Coastal City, inspired by their shared love for music. Through collaborative songwriting, they are preparing to release their debut album, reflecting their dedication to creating meaningful music.

Check out the article here! https://www.byui.edu/radio/local-news/rexburg-band-coastal-city-ready-to-release-its-debut-album

Rexburg band Coastal City ready to release its debut album

Evening Headlines For April 8, 2024 covers rising gas prices in Idaho, the passing of former Young Women General President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Ardeth Greene Kapp, and the planned opening statements for Chad Daybell's upcoming case.

Evening Headlines For April 8, 2024

Libraries across the United States are celebrating National Library Week April 7 - 13. Gina Miller is the children and young adult programming librarian at the Madison Library District and told Brandon Isle about the celebration and the resources and programs available at the library.

Madison Library District celebrates National Library Week

Annika Champenois is a Denmark native and a Utah-based author who believes in publishing wholesome content sprinkled with her love of the gospel of Jesus Christ. When we asked Annika why she thought writing clean content was important, here was her response, “It just makes our lives better. We’re so much better when the things we consume and the things we think and do are clean and wholesome. That’s where we get true joy.” Her new time-travel romance, Walter Times Two, is released and can be purchased on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/stores/Annika-Champenois/author/B0BRJVMNYT?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_16&sr=1-16&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Latter-day Saint Author Releases Book about BYU, Time Travel, and Romance

Sister Tracy Y. Browning, the second counselor in the Primary General Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spoke to the graduating students during BYU-Idaho's Winter 2024 Commencement. The name of her talk is “Discipleship: Your Life Can Be ‘Another Testament of Jesus Christ.’”

BYU-Idaho Winter 2024 Commencement Address

Rep. Britt Raybould, R-Dist. 34B, reflects on the 2024 Idaho Legislative Session with Brandon Isle. She also talks about the initiative to change Idaho's elections and her reelection campaign.

Rep. Britt Raybould reflects on 2024 Idaho Legislative Session

State Senator Doug Ricks, R-Rexburg, reflects on the 2024 Legislative Session. He talked to Brandon Isle about multiple bills, including House Bill 521 (the bill that sends money to school districts for buildings) and HB 710 (the library bill). He also talked about the Open Primaries Initiative and reelection.

Sen. Doug Ricks reflects on 2024 Legislative Session

Brother William Riggins, a member of the BYU-Idaho faculty, gave his devotional talk "In the Hands of the Lord of the Harvest".

William Riggins Devotional Talk

Ty Miller, a BYU-Idaho student, now becoming a published author. In this interview, Chandler Guadagnin gets the exclusive behind Miller's writing process, the challenges he's faced, and what it's like balancing his life as an author and full-time student.

Ty Miller: Young Author Soon to be Published

Listen in for a current update on the new Rexburg airport. Student reporter Lydia Lamoreaux interviewed Rexburg's Public Work Coordinator Kieth Davidson.

City of Rexburg plans to land swap with BLM for the new airport

BYU-Idaho is encouraging students to join up for Adopt-A-Grandparent: where students can simply talk with and serve seniors in the community.

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BYU-Idaho service opportunity: Adopt-A-Grandparent

The Child and Family Advocacy society works to protect children and families. With their events, they hope to make an impact on the lives of students and faculty members and teach them that family is something everyone can be passionate about. this interview features Erica Battezzato, the president of the society, Savannah Nelson, the vice president, and Timothy Rarick, the faculty supervisor.

The Child and Family Advocacy Society: Protecting Children and Families

A local family is receiving help from the community after a dirt bike accident put the husband on the mend. Michael Bailey broke his back and is in a 9-month recovery.

Bailey family receives outpouring of love from community amidst a broken back

Last Thursday the BYU-Idaho forum speaker was Cindy Bezas, a national speaker, business consultant, trainer, author and podcast host. She spoke about how students need to focus on making authentic connections, and how students can become more resilient and use their life’s challenges to push them forward in their hero’s journey.

Cindy Bezas: The Power of Connection

There’s a new art exhibit opening featuring the many works of Mary Lou Romney. Her son, Ben Romney, curated the event in hopes of showcasing her amazing work and taking visitors through her life’s journey.

Ben Romney: Celebrating artist Mary Lou Romney with new gallery ribbon cutting

One of the twelve apostles from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Neil Andersen, gave his devotional talk titled, "Facing Mortality as Adults: Marriage, Children, and the Temple," at BYU-Idaho on Sunday May 19, 2024.

Elder Andersen Devotional- Facing Mortality as Adults: Marriage, Children, and the Temple

Melanie Averett is a board member and event coordinator for the Rexburg Free Clinic. She talks about the work that the clinic does, how people can volunteer and help, as well as upcoming events like the clinic's open house coming up on June 8.

Melanie Averett: Rexburg Free Clinic hosting an upcoming open house

Darby Stapelman, who is the Director of Elementary Student Teaching Services, gave this Tuesday’s devotional address at BYU-Idaho. In this interview with BYU-Idaho Radio, she goes a more in depth into her talk titled, “Numbered Among the Sheep."

Darby Stapelman: Following Christ and the Covenant Path

Darby Stapelman, who is the director of Elementary Student Teaching Services, gave this Tuesday’s devotional address at BYU-Idaho. Her talk titled, “Numbered Among the Sheep,” focused on how young adults should actively work to build a covenant relationship with Heavenly Father and work to follow Jesus Christ and His teachings.

Sister Stapleman "Numbered Among the Sheep" Devotional Talk

Kyler Goodman, a social work intern at BYU-Idaho, talks about the mental health concerns that are seen among students on campus. He discusses the variety of workshops and counseling options that are available to students, and where to go to find the help they need.

Kyler Goodman: Mental Health and Wellness at BYU-Idaho

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