At the May 14, 2026 City Club of Idaho Falls forum, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane explains how Idaho’s elections really work, why turnout varies so widely across the state, and how an influx of outside money and new lobbying tactics are reshaping the political landscape. From close legislative races decided by just a handful of votes to multimillion‑dollar campaign and lobbying efforts, McGrane offers data‑driven insights on what’s at stake for Idaho voters this primary season.

Roar Report host Torin Gray sits down with filmmaker John Evans to talk about the new Spark of Madness Film Festival, a Rocky Mountain–focused indie showcase bringing 100 eclectic films to ISU’s Bengal Theater from May 21st to the 23rd. Hear how a Robin Williams quote, a DIY mindset, and a growing community of volunteers turned a wild idea into a full-fledged festival experience with food trucks, international films, and accessible pricing.

KISU-FM radio programs and Idaho State University student journalists earned statewide recognition at the Idaho Press Club’s “Best of 2025” Awards, announced at the organization’s annual awards banquet on May 2 in Boise.

Following Idaho State Softball's first-ever Big Sky Conference Tournament title, the team is now heading to the NCAA Tournament where they'll appear in the Eugene Regional alongside the host institution, the University of Oregon, Saint Mary's College (CA), and Mississippi State.

Idaho Found is proud to welcome Beverly Hott. Beverly Hott is a statewide leader in career and technical education, serving as President of the Career Technical Educators of Idaho and leading the Career & Technical Education Center for Idaho Falls School District 91. Under her leadership, the center has expanded high-demand, hands-on career pathways and built strong industry partnerships that prepare students for immediate success in the workforce, military service, or postsecondary education. At CTEC education is business and business is doing well.

For these episodes, I was joined by three commercial music students, Sky Olsen, Max Fedotov, and Brandt Moon, to talk about their trip to Treefort 2026.

Idaho State University President Robert Wagner sits down with Vice President for Operations Brian Sagendorf to unpack what it really takes to run ISU’s multi-campus “small city” every day. From maintaining more than 100 buildings and 1,100 acres, to expanding student housing, and managing parking and public safety, they explore how behind-the-scenes teams keep the university moving forward while advancing ISU’s public mission.

In this episode of Sustainable Idaho, Holly Wilson speaks with Nathan Murray, Economic & Community Development Advisor, from Idaho Power, about how the state is working to meet rising energy needs while reducing environmental impact.

In this May episode of Bengal Tales, host Amy Dressel sits down with Idaho State University alumna and Director of Tribal Relations, Echo Marshall, to explore her journey from Fort Hall and Washington state back home to ISU. Echo shares how her Shoshone-Bannock heritage, years in tribal gaming and marketing, and commitment to student success shape her work connecting ISU and Tribal Nations today.

This is the final episode of this season of The Bengal Podcast, and Hadley Bodell's final episode as host as she is graduating! Join the crew on this episode as Madison Long talks about her plans as she takes over the newspaper and Austen Hunzeker shares her post-grad plans and her favorite stories from her time at The Bengal.

Sydney Groves crushed a three-run home run to left field in the seventh inning Sunday, and Marley Goluskin went the distance for the second straight day as Idaho State claimed the 2026 Big Sky Conference regular season championship with an 8-2 victory over Montana at Grizzly SB Field.