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"Secret's Out Idaho" Episode 21: When Life Gives You Potatoes

7/29/2019

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Finding purpose in unlikely places

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​“Life’s never given me lemons, but life did bring me to Idaho and gave me potatoes.” On this week’s episode, we’ll hear the second half of Liyah Babayan's story--how she’s rebuilding her life through entrepreneurship (and potatoes), community and friendship in Twin Falls, Idaho.

About Liyah
  • Purchase Liyah’s book, Liminal: a refugee memoir
  • ​Visit Ooh La La Boutique or follow them on Facebook
  • Find out more about Makepeace

About Southern Idaho
Experience the Southern Idaho lifestyle

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Spend a Day in Hagerman, Idaho!

7/22/2019

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This small community is an unmissable opportunity for great dining, unique accommodations and unending recreation. Look no further for your go-to guide to spending a day in one of Southern Idaho's greatest cities: Hagerman, Idaho.

​Explore below for everything from breakfast to dinner to shopping, and if you want to learn more, download our brochure or visit our Hagerman page!
Share your adventure: #SecretsOutIdaho
BREAKFAST
Bullets 'N Brew
This unique family-owned shop provides coffee and breakfast items, locally made goods, and guns and ammo! Stop in to grab a great cup of coffee, locally made honey, milk or home décor, or your sportsmen accessories.
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7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
111 S. State St., Hagerman, ID  |  facebook.com/bulletsnbrew

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Snake River Grill
Located right along the mighty Snake River, the Snake River Grill offers a full breakfast menu (and they're famous for their wild game dinners, too!) Stop by to grab a bite of fresh, local foods.
7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday 
611 Frogs Landing, Hagerman, ID  |  snakeriver-grill.com
LUNCH & DINNER
Bullzz-Eye BBQ
Looking for homemade comfort food? Find delicious BBQ and American cuisine at this Hagerman favorite.
11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
260 S. State St., Hagerman, ID  |  bullzzeyebbq.com
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The Riverboat Restaurant
From local burgers to mouthwatering steaks, Riverboat has something for the whole family—with a wide selection of beer and wine, too.
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.  |  171 N. State St., Hagerman, ID  |  theriverboatrestaurant.weebly.com

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Fire Pie Pizza
If you're in the mood for wood-fired pizza, there's no better place than Fire Pie in downtown Hagerman.
5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday - Sunday 
210 S. State St., Hagerman, ID  |  firepiepizza.com
LODGING
Hagerman Valley Inn
​This beautiful hotel offers comfort and convenience, located right along the Snake River and in the heart of Hagerman. Make the Hagerman Valley Inn a part of your stay.
661 Frogs Landing, Hagerman, ID 
​hagermanvalleyinn.com
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Hagerman RV Village
Campers can relax at the Village, with 75-ft. RV spaces, cabins and tent spaces.
18049 Highway 30, Hagerman, ID  |  hagermanrvvillage.com

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​Billingsley Creek Lodge
These stunning accommodations along Billingsley Creek will take your breath away. Stay in cozy cabins nestled away in the trees and enjoy the tranquil scenery.
​17940 US Highway 30, Hagerman, ID 
​billingsleycreek.com
ATTRACTIONS
Idaho Guide Service
From white water rafting to rock climbing, IGS can help you find the ultimate adventure.

idahoguideservice.com
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Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
The national monument was located along the Oregon Trail and is home to the largest concentration of Hagerman horse fossils in North America.
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Hagerman Valley Historical Museum (100 S State St, Hagerman, ID)
Stop in to learn all about the Hagerman Valley and its history (fossils and all!).
About Rural Economic Development Services
Our rural economic development program provides economic and business development services to Southern Idaho’s rural communities, including those within Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Twin Falls and Camas Counties. We’re here to serve the rural communities in Southern Idaho and their businesses.

Let’s work together.

If you're interested in the REDS program or starting your own business in Hagerman,
​contact our Rural Economic Development Coordinator:
​alexaw@southernidaho.org or 208-732-6459
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"Secret's Out Idaho" Episode 20: Finding the American Dream

7/22/2019

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Her story of escaping genocide and rebuilding her life in Twin Falls, ID

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Liyah Babayan at Ooh La La, her clothing boutique in Twin Falls, ID
​Liyah Babayan and her family escaped genocide and became refugees in Twin Falls, Idaho. Hear her share her journey to achieving the American dream and becoming an author and entrepreneur in this two-part episode.
This episode is brought to you by Con Paulos Chevrolet of Jerome, ID. Serving families in Idaho since 1922 and your first stop for your next new car or truck. conpaulos.com
About Liyah
Purchase Liyah’s book, 

Liminal: a refugee memoir

​Visit Ooh La La Boutique
​or follow them on Facebook

See Liyah tell her story at TEDx Boise
YouTube: Keys to success everyone can learn from refugees
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"Secret's Out Idaho" Episode 19: Living the Bucket List Life

7/15/2019

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Finding Idaho's best spots with Monica McCue

Secret's Out Idaho, Monica McCueMonica McCue, Owner of Idaho Bucket List
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​​On this week’s episode we’re going to add a few things to your Idaho bucket list. As Idaho’s biggest fan and owner of Idaho Bucket List, she shares her favorite adventures, events, places to eat and so much more.

​This episode was brought to you by 
Thornton, Oliver, Keller Commercial Real Estate. For three decades, they have offered a full range of commercial real estate services across Idaho. Learn more at TOKcommercial.com

About Monica
Check out all the spots Monica mentioned and see the best of Southern Idaho on the Idaho Bucket List blog
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Follow Monica: @idahobucketlist, @tflovelock & @ringointhesky

About Southern Idaho
Experience the Southern Idaho lifestyle: 
southernidaho.org/lifestyle
Explore career opportunities in Southern Idaho: southernidaho.org/jobs
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"Secret's Out Idaho" Episode 18: Going AWOL

7/3/2019

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Southern Idaho: Home of Adventure

Paul Melni, Secret's Out Idaho PodcastPaul Melni with his wife, Krysta
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​Scuba dive in the desert? Go 45 miles an hour on a zip line across the Snake River Canyon? Yeah, you can do that in Southern Idaho.

We’ll learn about all that and more unique adventures in Southern Idaho when we talk to Paul Melni, owner of AWOL Adventure Sports.

About Southern Idaho
​Experience the Southern Idaho lifestyle: southernidaho.org/lifestyle
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Lear more about AWOL Adventure Sports: paddlethesnake.com
Discover more adventures in Southern Idaho: visitsouthidaho.com
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