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"Free people read freely:" New Idaho Library law draws criticism on day it goes into effect
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — Demonstrations took place at North Idaho libraries on Monday. Idaho's new law on regulating books that may be considered "harmful materials" goes into effect today. The legislation could impact how libraries operate, specifically when it comes to children. The Library Alliance of North Idaho is...
Idaho's new system for behavioral health goes live Monday
BOISE – Before Monday, a Medicaid patient receiving inpatient substance abuse treatment who needed to transition to outpatient therapy would have to contact multiple organizations and navigate several systems to make sure that happened. As of Monday, Idaho’s fragmented behavioral health care system should be more holistic as the new Idaho Behavioral Health Plan officially went live. The plan means that Medicaid, and some non-Medicaid patients, will have their mental health and substance abuse treatment and health care all overseen by one managed care organization,...
Deadline Approaching for Public Assistance Requests in Idaho
BOISE – The Idaho Office of Emergency Management is reminding eligible state and local governments, as well as certain nonprofits, that the deadline to submit Requests for Public Assistance (RPA) for costs related to the severe storm, flooding, landslides, and mudslides on April 14-15, 2024, is fast approaching. The...
Boise Area Fire Teams Prepare For Insane Fireworks Night
Idaho is not perfect, and this week will prove the folly of one of our many state laws. The famous Idaho fireworks law states that you can legally purchase aerial fireworks, but you must pledge not to use them. Fireworks sellers must have individuals sign affidavits that they understand and will not violate state law by firing off their fireworks purchases.
Not ready to give up on public schools
In my column last week describing my trip home from Coeur d’ Alene, I mentioned that a few items of consideration were approved by the general delegate assembly despite my dissenting vote. I would like to editorialize about one of them. As you may have read, one of the...
Coeur d'Alene City Council passes hate crime ordinance
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — Coeur d'Alene City Council unanimously approved a new hate crime ordinance that adds a new chapter to the municipal code creating a separate offense if someone commits a current offense. City Council says the chapter will create a separate offense "if a person commits a...
Creations adds educational art classes and workshops to summer lineup
With the support of the Kinderhaven and a partnership with the University of Idaho AmeriCorps 4H STEAM program, Creations has added educational art classes and workshops this summer for youth through adults. Daily drop-in art at Creations continues every day of the week from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. with rotating art...
Sandpoint’s favorite frothy festival
The year’s tastiest celebration, Beerfest, returns for its 10th anniversary Saturday, July 6 at Trinity At City Beach (58 Bridge St., in Sandpoint) from noon-5 p.m. Festival goers can relax in the sun and enjoy live music as they sample more than 20 craft beers, ciders and seltzers. “Like...
Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office investigating 59-year-old Lewiston man found with gunshot wound
LEWISTON - This afternoon about 2:12 pm, Nez Perce County Deputies were dispatched to a home in the 900 block of Larch Lane just outside of Lewiston. The caller reported a male in the home had pointed a pistol at them and fired off at least 2 rounds. When Deputies...
Moscow Police Department Participates in Statewide Impaired Driving Mobilization
This Independence Day, the Moscow Police Department is teaming up with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) to prevent impaired driving. July 3rd – 10th, law enforcement agencies statewide will dedicate resources to stop drivers under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The 4th of July travel period comes during the 100 Deadliest Days on Idaho roads, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. According to OHS data, 31 people have been killed in crashes in Idaho since Memorial Day this year.
LDS Church donates over 31,000 pounds of food to local food banks
POCATELLO — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated a large amount of food to local food banks and other organizations in the community to help those in need. Sherri Matson, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints communications director, said the food banks in the area are struggling to keep food on their shelves. The church wanted to help them get more food. “The pantries...
NIGHTLIFE: New Speakeasy Opening in Twin Falls Idaho
A new speakeasy is opening in Twin Falls on July 5th promising excitement and fun for those wanting a new nightlife experience. Speakeasies have a rich history, rooted in the Prohibition era of the 1920s when the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were illegal in the United States. During this time, underground bars, known as speakeasies, flourished, offering patrons a place to enjoy illicit drinks, music, and camaraderie away from the watchful eyes of the law. The allure of these hidden establishments lay in their secretive nature and the thrill of defying authority.
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