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KTVB 70th Anniversary
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KTVB 70th Anniversary Special
For seven decades KTVB has brought Idaho an array of news, personalities, programs and sporting events. Airing in 1953 as KIDO-TV, 2023 marks the 70th anniversary.
The 208
Blooper reel: KTVB's off-script moments through the years
From promotion mishaps and live-shot miscues, to unique preparations before going on air, KTVB's talented reporters have had their blooper moments.
Local News
Carolyn Holly, Mark Johnson celebrate KTVB's 70th birthday
"Reunited and it feels so good!" | The KTVB icon's are helping Idaho's News Channel ring in our 70th anniversary Wednesday at Alive After 5 on The Grove Plaza.
Local News
Sights, sounds from KTVB's 70th birthday party in downtown Boise
KTVB partnered with another Boise staple, Alive After 5, to celebrate our 70th birthday Wednesday evening with current and former members of Idaho's News Channel.
The 208
Celebrating 70 years: The evolution of KTVB's unique News at 5
A lot has changed in the past 70 years at KTVB, including how we keep you informed. However, our 30-minute newscast at 5 p.m. has always been unique.
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The 208
Robert Coulter recalls KTVB's first day on air in 1953
At 91 years old, Coulter still has fond memories of July 12, 1953 – the day KIDO-TV (eventually KTVB) went on the air at 2 p.m. for the very first time.
The 208
KTVB's longest tenured, newest employee compare first days on the job
KTVB's Chief Meteorologist, Rick Lantz, came to the Treasure Valley in 1969. Hector Mendoza joined the KTVB family in June 2023.
Local News
Celebrating 70 years: Historic Idaho news trivia with KTVB
Morgan Romero quizzes KTVB President and General Manager Jessica Hagan on local news trivia 70 years after Idaho's first television station signed on.
KTVB 70th Anniversary
Celebrating 70 years: The evolution, history of KTVB's sports coverage
National championship runs, the blue turf's debut, Fiesta Bowl wins, Jerry Kramer's NFL HOF induction – KTVB has covered endless historical Boise sports moments.
KTVB 70th Anniversary
KTVB 70th anniversary: A look back at Idaho's State Centennial celebration
On July 3, 1990, Idaho celebrated its 100th birthday. Thousands came to celebrate while others were able to watch, thanks to 12 hours of coverage from KTVB.
The 208
KTVB's 70th Anniversary special: Don & Idaho's Museum of Clean
For KTVB's 70th Anniversary, we're digging through Channel 7 archives & digitizing a bit of Idaho history. September 1995 episode of Exploring Idaho: Museum of Clean
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Weather through the years
Rick Lantz looks back on his years at KTVB.
KTVB 70th Anniversary
The origin story of KTVB's 'Exploring Idaho' series
The origin story of 'Exploring Idaho' and the producer/reporter and photojournalist who created it.
KTVB 70th Anniversary
Exploring Idaho: September 1998
In this episode of Exploring Idaho: Flyfishing on the Teton River, Hyde drift boats, and Pend Oreille dinner cruise
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