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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...
What is camping? State of Idaho argues against pro-Palestinian protesters
BOISE — A protest, deemed the “People’s Liberated University,” has been taking place on the lawn in front of the old Ada County Courthouse since the start of May. While not made up exclusively of students, it was originally tied to student activism that has been taking place throughout the United States in response to the Israel-Hamas war. The protest in Boise, which has predominantly been held adjacent to the Idaho State Capitol, was in response to Israel’s invasion of the Palestinian territories following Hamas’ attack on Israel last October. Generally, protests nationwide have been in opposition to support the United States government has provided Israel during this time.
Idaho’s potential for significant fire activity increases with hot, dry conditions
Idaho fire officials are preparing for above normal fire potential in parts of the state due to high temperatures and dry conditions. Idaho Department of Lands fire management chief Josh Harvey told Gov. Brad Little and other members of the Idaho State Board of Land Commissioners on Tuesday that the southern portion of the state […] The post Idaho’s potential for significant fire activity increases with hot, dry conditions appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Iowa State University research identifies possible point of entry for avian flu in cattle
As avian influenza is being detected in more and more dairy herds across the U.S., including multiple herds in Idaho, Iowa State University researchers have found a possible connection as to why the virus is being found in raw milk. A study published this month by a team in Iowa State’s College of Veterinary Medicine […] The post Iowa State University research identifies possible point of entry for avian flu in cattle appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Idaho athlete aims to compete in 2024 Paralympics
Boise native Annie Carey could be heading to the Paralympics in Paris this August. She currently holds the long jump world record in her classification as well as the U.S. record in the 200 meters, and last year she competed in the Parapan American Games, bringing home bronze medals in the 100 meter, 200 meter and long jump.
Risch, Barrasso Introduce Bill to Prevent Foreign and AI Influence on Federal Lands Policy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) have introduced legislation aimed at preventing foreign adversaries and Artificial Intelligence (AI) bots from influencing the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) electronic public comment system. Currently, the federal government’s online comment system allows submissions from individuals, organizations, and...
Sanchez’s life experiences will help guide him as new executive director of AEYC
Robert Sanchez didn’t have to read a book to learn about the struggles and obstacles a young child from Idaho can face. He knows about those obstacles firsthand. He was born and raised in Nampa, the second oldest in a family of four. His mother was a single parent who did not progress past the eighth grade.
Idaho Christian Bar Owner Offers Straight Men Free Beer During Pride Month
The Old State Saloon in Idaho will provide free beer to heterosexual males on “Hetero Male Mondays”. As LGTBQ+ people and allies kick off Pride Month this June, a bar in Idaho has created their own holiday in response. History of Pride Month. First celebrated as the 1-year...
Youth activists to hold vigil for heat-related deaths around the world
In light of summer heat that has been sizzling in Idaho, and two heat-related deaths in the state, a youth-led organization is holding a candlelight vigil. The organization is also hoping to call attention to the heat and get elected officials to act. Youth activists from Sunrise Movement, an organization that is focused on fighting to stop climate change and create more jobs in America, is holding the vigil at...
‘Early-childhood education is the foundation upon which all future learning is built’
Robert Sanchez is the new executive director for the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children. He was born in raise in Nampa, traveled the world in the military and has returned to Idaho to help improve opportunities for all children. Read his profile. Here are his thoughts on...
Waterfowl banding efforts help provide critical monitoring data
Thousands of ducks and geese are banded across Idaho each year as part of a federal waterfowl monitoring program. This June, Fish and Game staff led banding efforts at two locations within the Clearwater Region- Winchester Lake State Park and Lewiston Country Club. A total of 75 geese were processed this year (50 females and 25 males) including 64 newly banded geese and 11 geese that had previously been captured and banded by IDFG. Over the last two years, a total of 163 geese have been banded in the Clearwater Region.
Idaho's avian flu outbreak in dairies is largely self-monitored; experts warn of potential health risks
BOISE, Idaho — This article originally appeared in the Idaho Press. Idaho dairy producers are navigating one of the worst outbreaks of an avian flu strain in the U.S., and from an animal health and public health standpoint, the situation is largely self-monitored. Threat to human health at this...
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