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Christina Lords is the editor-in-chief of the Idaho Capital Sun and has been a professional journalist covering local and state government since graduating from the University of Idaho in 2009. A Pocatello native, Lords is a fifth-generation Idahoan who served as a reporter at the Moscow-Pullman Daily News and the Post Register in Idaho Falls and served as assistant editor for the Idaho Press in Nampa. She also led the Idaho Statesman in Boise for two years before turning to nonprofit journalism.
Win or lose, the clock is ticking to take down those Idaho primary election campaign signs
By: Christina Lords - May 18, 2022
The Ada County Highway District in a press release reminded candidates and residents that political campaign signs must be removed from the public right-of-way within 48 hours after the May 17 primary election. The rule is part of ACHD’s temporary sign placement ordinance. For this election, that means signs should be removed from the right-of-way by […]
Public invited to attend Memorial Day ceremony at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Boise
By: Christina Lords - May 15, 2022
Idahoans are encouraged to attend the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Boise. The Idaho Division of Veterans Services said in a press release that the hour-long event begins at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30, at the cemetery, which is co-located with Dry Creek Cemetery, 10100 Horseshoe Bend Road. The […]
Esto Perpetua honorees to be celebrated for their commitment to preserving Idaho’s heritage
By: Christina Lords - May 12, 2022
Nine individuals and two organizations will be recognized by the Idaho State Historical Society for their commitment to preserving and promoting Idaho’s history and heritage, according to a press release. The Esto Perpetua award, which gets its name from the state’s motto, has been given to more than 100 organizations and people throughout the state […]
Nonpartisan online tool from League of Women Voters of Idaho available at VOTE411.org
By: Christina Lords - May 5, 2022
A nonpartisan online tool through the League of Women Voters of Idaho is now available for residents looking for voting and candidate information for the May 17 primary election, according to a press release. The website, VOTE411.org, is a one-stop shop for election information where voters can enter their address and access candidate-provided responses to questions, […]
Idaho Capital Sun takes home 13 honors at Idaho Press Club awards, including Dutton’s win for reporter of the year
By: Christina Lords - May 1, 2022
The Idaho Capital Sun received 13 awards, including four first place awards and the honor of Reporter of the Year for Audrey Dutton’s coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, at the Idaho Press Club banquet held Saturday night at the Boise Centre. Dutton, who was also named reporter of the year in 2013, received eight awards […]
Idahoans have new opportunity to learn about state constitution at traveling exhibit
By: Christina Lords - April 27, 2022
Residents across the state will have a new opportunity to learn about the Idaho Constitution, its history and its conservation, according to a press release from the Idaho State Historical Society. The Idaho State Archives, a division of the historical society, is launching a new traveling exhibition called Creating and Conserving the Constitution in partnership […]
‘You think you’re the only one’: Documentary amplifies voices of military spouses facing PTSD
By: Christina Lords - April 25, 2022
After the success of their first documentary film “Bravo! Common Men, Uncommon Valor” in 2011, Betty and Ken Rodgers felt in their bones there were more stories to tell. Their project got men who hadn’t shared their Vietnam War stories in decades — or, in some cases, ever — to open up their experiences. It […]
Idaho GOP need only look back to know public debate is an American necessity that moves us forward
By: Christina Lords - April 18, 2022
Abraham Lincoln was at a clear disadvantage. Hardly any name recognition. Meager, worn clothes bereft of the wealth and class of a full-time politician. No major legislative policy wins to speak of, even as a former one-term Congressman. But Lincoln was a student of history, of deep, evolving thought on the issues of his time, […]
ACHD accepting public comment on proposed changes to commission’s boundaries
By: Christina Lords - April 15, 2022
Ada County residents can submit feedback on a proposal for new boundaries for the Ada County Highway District Commission, according to an ACHD press release. The commission is considering four options to more evenly distribute representation between the five commissioner subdistricts, the press release said. The commission hopes to receive feedback from the public by […]
Procrastinating with filing your taxes? You can drop them off curbside on April 18 in the Boise area.
By: Christina Lords - April 14, 2022
Last-minute tax filers in the Boise area can drop off their state income tax returns without getting out of the car at the Idaho State Tax Commission’s annual curbside service on tax day, according to a press release. Tax commission employees will be outside the Boise office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 18 […]
2022 Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair coming to Pocatello on Saturday
By: Christina Lords - April 14, 2022
Editor’s note: This brief was updated to reflect the event will now take place indoors due to expected inclement weather. Nearly 100 businesses and organizations will gather this weekend at the 2022 Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair to help Idahoans understand small steps to take at home, work, school, or with transportation options to improve the […]
Motorcycle ride, auction and barbeque to benefit POW families, Idaho veterans home
By: Christina Lords - April 13, 2022
Idahoans are welcome to attend a motorcycle ride, auction, raffle and barbecue on April 24 that benefits the National League of POW/MIA Families and Boise’s Idaho State Veterans Home, according to a press release. The 16th annual Sweet Home Ride/Auction and BBQ will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants are encouraged to […]