Archive for December, 2006
How to change your own IdahoFallz.com password
When you register at IdahoFallz.com or any site powered by WordPress, you are emailed a password the system generates. If you ever lose your password, it can also generate a new password for you.
These are not the prettiest passwords nor the easiest to remember. Here is how you can change your password in a simple […]
Smokers Are Unique Fools
They say the most annoying preachers are the reformed, the reborn. I must admit I smoked for a couple years back in high school, and yes, I judge smokers harshly.
The biggest differences between now and back when I smoked are the widespread availability of information demonstrating the detrimental effects that smoking has on your body. […]
Are RINOs Stampeding Over Idaho Community College Plans?
It appears Idaho is doomed to repeat our past mistakes. Our elected leaders will likely fail to make changes that will encourage more of our high school graduates to become college graduates.
First, there is a problem. Idaho’s rate of high school graduates going onto college and completing college is among the worst in America. This […]
Idaho Falls’ Best Sledding Areas
We finally got our snow delivered in southeast Idaho! Sledding is a great physical (and cheap) activity to take children out to do here. I wonder the same thing each year: where are the best sledding spots?
There is the small hill in Community Park, close but likely crowded.
There is the Ucon pit next to […]
New Christmas Computer Tips
I have a few tips and downloads for anyone you know who is lucky enough to get a new computer for Christmas. These little things will help ensure they get started on the right foot and make their overall experience much better than without.
You can really help them out by downloading a few of these […]
Should Idaho Falls require disguised cell phone towers?
Here is a four-minute report about communities that require cell phone towers to be disguised as other structures. According to CBS’ report, the cost is about four times greater than “naked” cell towers. I do not think those costs can be passed onto customers in the local areas, though.
So some communities have required better aesthetic […]
Tom Luna Must Directly Answer Allegations or Face Consequences
What we have here is a failure to communicate.
Our elected Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Luna, has failed to adequately respond to last week’s AP story that he exaggerated his work with the USDE.
Rather than defend himself directly, Tom chose to cite a response written by his former boss, Bill Hansen. Hansen’s piece […]
Going online to find things to do around Idaho Falls
This is the fifth installment of a series published every Monday called “IF Online”. Each article will examine an aspect of our Idaho Falls area that has an online presence. This week I will examine Idaho Falls’ online events calenders.
Creating an ultimate local events calendar was about the tenth idea I had when designing IdahoFallz.com. […]
Where are the Biggest Idaho Falls Christmas Light Displays?
Christmas season is nearing the end, but there is still another week of time to drive around and look at the holiday lights. Some homes hang a few up (like mine), some hang many up, and then there are those few that hang so many up you wonder at their electric bill.
These are the “doozies” […]
Keyboard Shortcuts Are Path to Tech Expertise
I often get to help others with computers. I have to quickly size up their technology experience, because it determines the depth of instructions I give. I will have a different conversation with someone clearly experienced with technology than the conversation with someone who clearly is holding the mouse for the first time.
Believe it […]
Share Your Holiday Recipes, Idaho Falls!
‘Tis the season to abandon your diets, my friends, and in that spirit, I thought it would be fun to provide a space to swap your favorite holiday recipes, whether it be your family’s famous top-secret stuffing recipe, gingerbread cookies for Christmas, or a killer Matza Ball.
Merry Christmas to you and your family! May God’s […]
Need Idaho Falls Daycare Information
Below is an article originally written by author:
“new in town” on December 14, 2006 @ 1:20 am.
Hi - we’re looking into part-time daycare in the IF area for a 21-month old. In scanning the yellow pages, Little Miracles at Taylor Crossing has webcam access to watch your children. This was an attractive feature. Also curious […]