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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...
Hayden firefighters could lose jobs, fire station could close if levy isn't passed
HAYDEN, Idaho - 12 Northern Lakes Firefighters could lose their jobs and the district's new, partially constructed station could close if a $3.5 million override levy doesn't pass in November. “It’s direly critical that we retain these 12 people, not only for public safety of the people that we serve...
Caldwell coach fundraises to avoid pay-to-play fees for students
Following May's failed levy, the Caldwell School District has been left to make some big cuts, one of which includes the budget for Caldwell High Schools cross country and track teams. This means that starting next year, kids who wish to participate in the sport will now have to pay-to-play.
Cities, agencies warn of fireworks hazards entering Fourth of July
Local public safety agencies have been gearing up for the Fourth of July, with a number of them sending out safety tips and advisories over the past week regarding fireworks entering Thursday’s holiday. All are preparing for the Fourth, an annual rite of passage celebrating America’s Declaration of Independence in 1776 and typically featuring outdoor celebrations, barbecues and plenty of fireworks being set off to commemorate the occasion. The city...
Grand opening for new Ross Park Aquatics Complex water slides set for July 12
The Pocatello Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the grand opening of the NEW water slides at Ross Park Aquatics Complex (RPAC) Friday, July 12 at 2:30 p.m. The ceremony will include the Milder Family, who made a monetary donation for the water slides to be built in honor of Doug Milder, long-time Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Chairman. The water slides, designed by Splashtacular, feature two slides. Both slides tower approximately 35 feet high. The green slide is an open-air design with...
Thunderstorms, strong winds topple trees in Pocatello and Blackfoot
Parts of East Idaho experienced some wild weather Monday evening, including thunderstorms and high winds that downed large trees in Blackfoot and north Pocatello. The Idaho State Journal spoke to a resident of Pocatello who lives near the Bannock County Event Center as well as a resident of Porterville Road in Blackfoot who both experienced scary situations Monday evening involving trees that were toppled by the destructive winds. Erika Cropp,...
New details emerge about weekend alleyway shooting in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — New details have been released describing what police say happened minutes before a man was shot multiple times in downtown Idaho Falls. Logan Stephens, 23, has been charged with felony aggravated battery and an enhancement for using a firearm as a deadly weapon in the commission of a felony.
Opening doors for all: Meet incoming CEI President Lori Barber
IDAHO FALLS — The recently-selected second president of College of Eastern Idaho Lori Barber knows firsthand what it means to be a nontraditional college student. “I went to college right after high school — went for four years, but never finished because I changed my major and then got married,” she said. “(We) started a family, and education just kind of got lost in time’s wake.”
Warm, breezy with a few thunderstorms for Wednesday
Mostly clear overnight with a low around 49°. South southwest winds around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Mostly Sunny this Wednesday, with a high near 80°. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. A few thunderstorms are possible for the afternoon and evening.
Vallivue alum honors friend, highlights mental health through basketball camp
CALDWELL, Idaho — A hot summer morning in the Treasure Valley – the perfect time to get inside and get to work on the hardwood. A new camp at Vallivue High School looks to teach all the fundamentals of basketball – dribbling, passing, shooting form – but what makes it unique is the other skill it brings into focus.
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