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Ballet Idaho is taking to the stage for their first show of the year, Anthology. The performance is made up of three unique dances showcasing diverse choreography and music for a special evening of entertainment.

Many farmers across our region grow alfalfa - which is dried into hay and fed to beef and dairy cattle. But it requires a lot more water than most crops. Now, researchers are working on new technologies to reduce the amount farmers use. Still, some say allowing them to grow such a thirsty crop in the arid west is the problem.

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up-to-date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

An interview with Yascha Mounk, author of the new book, The Identity Trap. The book provides a comprehensive account of the origins, consequences, and limitations of so-called “wokeness.”

GOP lawmakers introduced a new library bill into the Idaho Legislature this week that the Idaho Capital Sun says is a "combination" of previous bills that could restrict children’s access to some materials.

When it comes to managing noxious weeds, it can be a time-consuming and sometimes hazardous job. Which is why officials over in Fremount County are taking a new approach, choosing to tackle the invasive plants from the sky instead of the ground.

Another invasive snail was recently discovered in the largest Alpine Lake in our region. The Mountain West News Bureau’s Kaleb Roedel tagged along with researchers working to monitor – and control – the spread.

When it comes to making change, art is one of the most powerful tools we have. It has the ability to start conversations, provide new perspectives and share stories in an accessible way. Which is exactly what more than 100 people are doing as part of the "Through Positive Eyes" project, a wide-ranging collaboration that uses photography, video and personal interviews to share the realities of those living with HIV and AIDS in order to combat stigma around the disease.

Cullen Jones is a four-time Olympic medalist and the first African American swimmer to hold a world record. Before this success though, he faced a near-death experience in the water and now dedicates his time to teaching kids how to swim.

Idaho Matters sits down for a conversation about a bill before the Idaho legislature that would provide $5000 in tax credits to parents who enroll their children in private school.