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Feds grant Oregon counties $30 million for their tax-exempt federal land
The federal government has awarded more than $30 million to Oregon counties in compensation for serving tax-exempt federal land within their borders. The U.S. Department of the Interior distributed the money last month as part of its Payments in Lieu of Taxes program, which compensates counties for money they spend on roads, police and other […] The post Feds grant Oregon counties $30 million for their tax-exempt federal land appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Motorcycle Accident on Broadway Ave
Idaho Falls, ID - One person is seriously injured after a motorcycle accident on Broadway Avenue. Officers responded at 5:45 pm on Thursday 7/16. The motorcycle was headed westbound on Broadway when a Mustang entering Broadway from Hansen hit the motorcycle. The cyclist was significantly injured and was taken to a local hospital by ambulance.
University of Idaho students’ nutritious snack earns them a spot in national competition
“Some cereal. It’s supposed to be good for you.”. Mikey was the youngest brother in a famous commercial for Life cereal that first aired in 1971. The point of the advertisement – one of the longest continuously running TV ads – was that Life cereal is not only good for you, but it also tastes good.
Canyon County appoints new HR director
Marty Danner will be the next director of human resources for Canyon County, the county announced Wednesday. She succeeds Richard Soto, who filled the role on an interim basis after Kate Rice’s February resignation. Rice served in the role from June 2022 to Feb. 23. Danner, who has undergraduate and graduate degrees in human resources management, holds a lengthy background in the profession. Most recently, she was chief HR officer...
Coeur d'Alene council throws support behind fairgrounds
The Coeur d’Alene City Council on Tuesday threw its support for the North Idaho State Fair to keep its longtime home at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds. The council unanimously approved a resolution “encouraging Kootenai County to maintain the current Kootenai County Fairgrounds as the site of the Fair into the future."
How Idaho's new director of Health and Welfare plans to make change
Idaho has a new Health and Welfare Director. Alex Adams faces a growing Medicaid budget and has already cut some vacant positions. On day one, he made adoption a top priority and said he wants to double the number of foster families in Idaho. After past struggles with Idaho lawmakers...
Supreme Court’s blow to federal agencies’ power will likely weaken abortion rights – 3 issues to watch
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling means that judges will have more power than scientific experts in determining whether people should be able to get an emergency abortion, for example.
Inside the DoorDash Theft Ring, Boise’s New Delivery Issue
During a scorching heatwave this past Saturday, we decided to relax at home and order some food via DoorDash. My aunt and uncle were visiting, and it seemed the perfect solution for a leisurely afternoon. However, after waiting an unusually long time without any updates, my uncle contacted the DoorDash driver assigned to our delivery. The response was unexpected and frustrating: "It's been stolen."
Man Accused in Lewiston Stabbing Case to Enter Treatment Program to Avoid Prison Sentence
LEWISTON - A man who was accused of stabbing another man at a Lewiston residence in May has changed his plea as part of a plea deal. Lewiston Police responded to a report that a man had been stabbed at a residence in the 200 block of South Garden Court around 8:00 a.m. on May 23. 20-year-old Torquil E. McIntosh, of Lewiston, would be arrested a short time later.
Sun and patchy smoke with a few storms
Sun and haze with areas of patchy smoke, not quite as bad, but winds shift later from the north to the sw 10-15+mph. Highs up a nothc to the lower to mid 90's. Gusty storms are at 30% chance this afternoon, much like yesterday. Some of those storms may be "dry" thunderstorms with just lightning and hot winds, dropping temps quickly for us in the 5-7pm time before sunset.
Idaho inmate gets life sentence for escaping state custody at Boise hospital
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho inmate was sentenced Friday to life in prison for escaping state custody at a Boise hospital after the corrections officers guarding him were violently attacked. Skylar Meade pleaded guilty to the escape and to sentencing enhancement for being a persistent violator and for...
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