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Spending data shows Gen Z digs real stores

Economists say the holiday purchasing trends of Idaho’s Generation Z could reveal a fiscal gift that keeps on giving.

Idaho's New “Budget” for Red Tape

Hitting the ground running, Governor Little recently signed two executive orders taking aim at unnecessary regulations affecting Idahoans. His actions are part of a growing trend, as states and even the federal government create innovative “budgets” for red tape. Other states should take notice of Idaho’s leadership.

Water companies wanted Firm sipping North Idaho supply

A Portland-based company created to own and operate water utilities throughout the Northwest is proposing to buy the assets of three local water companies as "a platform for potential additional acquisitions in Idaho," according to a filing with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.

OPINION: A disheartening preview of coming attractions at the Statehouse theater

Based upon a preview of the coming attractions that will play at the Idaho Statehouse this legislative session, it appears there will be an excess of needless drama, bombastic performances, senseless ad-libbing and failed plot lines. Only an audience of far-right political zealots will give the spectacle a thumbs-up rating.

NIC trustees hire new attorney

North Idaho College trustees conducted business Wednesday night, hiring new legal counsel for the college, taking a first look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 and approving tenure for faculty members.

OPINION: Big changes coming if GOP wins the House

First District Congressman Russ Fulcher has spent his first two terms in office in unfamiliar territory as a member of the minority party – a drastic culture change from his years in the Idaho Senate, where Republicans controlled the agenda. If the political sages are correct, and Republicans gain a majority the House, Fulcher’s congressional career will take another twist. Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi will be gone as speaker of the House and Republican Rep. Kevin McCarthy will likely take over. Rep. Jim Jordan, one of the staples of the House Freedom Caucus, will be the new lead figure on the Judiciary Committee.

You gotta set your goals

During game three of the 1932 World Series, baseball great Babe Ruth made a gesture seen in photographs around the country.

Idaho's deer in danger

No confirmed cases yet in Idaho, but lethal disease has been detected along state borders

Chronic wasting disease, effects only the cervid population, including deer, elk, moose, caribou and reindeer. Transmitted through bodily fluids and able to live in the environment, it is contagious and causes terminal brain damage in animals

Blind youngsters 'see' their Idaho

Program helps visually impaired educationally and socially

New group My Environment introduces blind, visually impaired youths to Idaho

Athol man seeks permission to build internet tower

Athol resident proposes a internet tower in his backyard

Rebuilding bridges

Crossings throughout North Idaho could receive funds for improvements

Work on an area bridges and several child pedestrian paths could be funded as part of Gov. Brad Little's "Leading Idaho" plan. Projects in Kootenai County range from a bridge over the Coeur d'Alene River in the East Side Highway District to a number of child pedestrian safety projects in Rathdrum, Coeur d'Alene, Dalton Gardens and Hayden Lake. Improvements to local bridges and child pedestrian paths across Idaho were announced after the state approved prioritization for two parts of the plan this past week. The Local Highway Technical Assistance Council and the Idaho Transportation Board approved the rankings this week for Leading Idaho local bridge funding as well as child pedestrian crossing funding.

Idaho prep football media poll: Aug. 17, 2022

How the state's media voted.

Hoarding disorder: The basics

Psychological condition behind hoarding can be treated.

High school boys basketball media poll Feb. 9, 2022

How the state's media voted this week.

Idaho high school boys basketball media poll Jan. 26, 2022

How the state's media voted this week.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What to do with a new crystal

Firstly, congrats on your new crystal buddy I'm sure you will make fast friends!

IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL MEDIA POLL Jan. 19, 2022

How the state's media voted this week.

Rural areas home to some of Idaho's fastest growing cities

Growth is inevitable, and 2024 population estimates show increases in just about every city and town in Idaho's Ada County and Canyon County.

A weak 'El Nino' appears to be forming

The latest sea-surface temperature data indicates that ocean temperatures off the west coast of South America and along the equatorial regions are continuing to warm up. Readings near the South American coastline have climbed to several degrees above normal. There have also been isolated regions of ocean waters over 3 degrees above average.