EDITORIAL: 3, 2, 1… It's lift-off for graduates

All educational eyes on inaugural Idaho Launch.

Idaho’s 15% median household income growth highest in nation

State also ranks fourth for housing unit growth

Idaho led the nation for median household income growth at a rate of 15%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2018-2022 American Community Survey.

Another record year for Idaho tourism

Idaho Travel Council awards $2 million for marketing to North Idaho tourism nonprofits

From showcasing area waterfalls and native mushrooms to invitations for rock climbing and snowshoeing adventures, area travel and tourism promotors have once again been rewarded for their work drawing visitors to North Idaho. The Idaho Travel Council announced Wednesday it granted nearly $2 million to tourism nonprofits in North Idaho to market their cities, towns and regions as travel destinations.

OPINION: Let’s not render Idaho’s domestic terrorism law useless

Idaho’s landmark Terrorist Control Act will be rendered useless by passage of a bill recently introduced in the Idaho Senate.

LAUNCHing into bright futures

Applications for LAUNCH grants surpass expectations

It is ideal for Idaho to always have jobs available for Idaho kids. This produces a positive business climate and a labor force that can fuel that positive business climate, Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke said. Idaho LAUNCH grants, which pay for 80% or up to $8,000 of post-high school training and education over two years, are on their way to helping the Gem State and its students align on that trajectory. “This is just the next step in getting our kids well educated so they can be well positioned for life,” Bedke said. Bedke and Gov. Brad Little held a press conference Thursday at the StanCraft Jet Center in Hayden to share the news that applications for Idaho's LAUNCH program catapulted beyond expectations as 12,588 high school seniors across Idaho submitted or started applications for the grants as of Dec. 28.

Gas still going up

Blame falls on crude oil costs, spring switch to summer-blend fuel

Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.60 per gallon

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

OPINION: Attorney General Labrador has no business meddling in election security

House Bill 470 would create an “Office of Election Crimes and Security” in Raul Labrador’s office. That would certainly be a waste of taxpayer dollars. The office staff would have little to do because Idaho elections have historically been fair and honest. The Attorney General’s sidekick, Dorothy Moon, who now chairs the extremist branch of the GOP, was never able to prove her wild claims that Canadians were coming over the border to vote in Idaho elections. The fraud claims of their friend, the My Pillow guy, were proven false. Where is the need for this new office?

Ranking Adam Sandler’s Netflix output, including ‘Bat Mitzvah’

At the start of Adam Sandler’s long-running deal with Netflix, many (me included) criticized the actor for making too many lazy, unfunny comedies. His first Netflix effort, Western spoof, “The Ridiculous 6,” made for such an easy target.

From farm to table: Fifth graders experience agriculture at Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Smiles and laughter abounded Wednesday morning as human kids met goat kids.

Idaho gas prices under $4 a gallon

Crude oil back at $87 per barrel as tensions build in the Middle East

Hayden Days begins Friday

The annual Hayden Days Car Show, sponsored by Hayden Cars is nearly here.

Local gas prices hold steady

Prices dip into $3.80s

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What do you say? Let’s talk rosé!

It may seem counterintuitive to be discussing rosé wines when we're still dealing with the sporadic April snow showers and cold weather here in Idaho. However, rosé is a versatile, food-friendly wine that deserves to be appreciated in every season. While it makes a refreshing warm weather sipper, rosé can also provide a delightful contrast to hearty meals during the colder months. So, let's celebrate the appeal of these pink-hued wines, no matter what Mother Nature has in store.

Gas prices drop for Memorial Day

262,000 Idahoans among the 43.8 million Americans taking a trip this weekend

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Discover the enchanting world of French wines

If you're a wine lover or simply someone who is beginning their journey in wine, you won't want to miss our upcoming French wine tasting event on April 9. Join us as we embark on a virtual journey through the renowned wine regions of France, sampling some of the most exquisite and captivating wines from the celebrated portfolio of Gérard Bertrand.

Idaho gas prices stuck in limbo

Expensive crude oil making cheap gas prices elusive

Idaho ranks 9th for most expensive gas behind California ($6.06), Nevada ($5.16), Washington ($5.13), Hawaii ($4.87), Oregon ($4.76), Arizona ($4.66), Alaska ($4.64), and Utah ($4.14).

Idaho gas prices continue to fall

Cheaper crude oil, lower gasoline demand helping drive prices down

Idaho currently ranks seventh in the U.S. for most expensive fill-ups

Kootenai County gas prices dip under $3

But decline expected to end soon

State average dropped just one-third of a penny this week, national average already rising

Grief at Gizmo amid financial shortfall

Amid a financial shortfall, Gizmo-CDA has laid off half its full-time employees and will cut back programming as the remaining staff search for ways to save the nonprofit maker space.