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PODER of Idaho to host its second annual Latinos Unidos Conference at NNU in Nampa
PODER of Idaho, an organization dedicated to mobilizing and empowering the state’s immigrant community, announced in a press release Tuesday that it is hosting its second annual Latinos Unidos Conference May 8. This year’s theme is “Building Latino Power,” and the conference will include workshops and guest speakers to discuss equity issues and economic prosperity […]
Governor says lawmakers must decide how to proceed after elimination of March presidential primary
Idaho Gov. Brad Little said in a press conference Wednesday that he does not anticipate a special legislative session happening after Republican and Democratic party leaders recently raised concerns about a new law that eliminates the March presidential primary election. House Bill 138, a bill that was pushed by Secretary of State Phil McGrane and […]
GOP, Dems raise concerns about new law eliminating Idaho’s March presidential primary election
Some progressives and conservatives alike are raising concerns about a new Idaho law from the recent 2023 legislative session that eliminates the state’s March presidential primary election. With little debate or vetting, the Idaho Legislature overwhelmingly passed House Bill 138, which was pushed by Secretary of State Phil McGrane and Rep. Dustin Manwaring, R-Pocatello, as […]
‘A model for the nation’: Boise’s Interfaith Sanctuary breaks ground for new shelter
During a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday, the Interfaith Sanctuary and its community partners celebrated the start of remodeling its new facility for Boise’s unhoused population. Located at a former Salvation Army building at 4308 W. State St., the new location will offer recovery and mental health services, a computer library, classrooms for workforce training, emergency shelter […]
Idaho Power looks to solar energy, battery storage to supplement future energy demand
Idaho’s largest electricity provider is taking steps to provide clean energy resources for the next 20 years, with one of its recent projects expanding the state’s solar power usage. In January, Idaho Power began providing energy through the Jackpot Solar Project, a new solar facility based on 952 acres south of Twin Falls. Developed by […]
USDA sets new deadline for Idaho farmers and ranchers to complete 2022 agricultural census
Farmers and ranchers in Idaho still have time to be counted in the 2022 Census of Agriculture, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Although the original deadline for the agricultural census passed on Feb. 6, the statistics service will continue to accept completed census questionnaires throughout […]
Tax filing services, tax law assistance available to Idahoans across the state
At least two organizations are offering help for Idahoans who may need to file their taxes last-minute and those who need an extension or have tax-law questions. The Idaho State Tax Commission announced in a press release Wednesday that it will offer curbside tax filing for last-minute tax filers in the Boise area. Boise tax […]
Foreign trade in Idaho: State Department of Commerce helps businesses reach new markets
The Idaho Department of Commerce is inviting local businesses interested in selling their products abroad to attend informational meetings throughout April and June with the state’s international trade representatives from China, Mexico, Taiwan and Southeast Asia. The meetings will focus on market overviews of the countries, including market trends, opportunities and potential challenges, Idaho Department […]
Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity opens applications to build affordable home for Idaho family
The Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications from Idaho families for its affordable homeownership program, according to a Tuesday press release. The program would allow a low-income family in need of adequate housing to help build and purchase their own home at an affordable cost from the organization. The Boise Valley Habitat for […]
All kids ‘deserve a chance’: Idaho, U.S. react to governor signing law to ban gender-affirming care
Late Tuesday and into Wednesday, organizations at the local and national level applauded and condemned Idaho Gov. Brad Little for signing House Bill 71. Little signed the bill just before 6 p.m. Tuesday to criminalize gender-affirming care for transgender minors. The law takes effect on Jan. 1, 2024. It will keep transgender youth from accessing […]
Idaho doesn’t need a ‘library bounty,’ says Gov. Little, vetoing bill to restrict library materials
Idaho Gov. Brad Little vetoed a bill Wednesday afternoon that would have prohibited libraries and schools from promoting or giving out materials that are “harmful to minors.” House Bill 314a would have allowed a parent or legal guardian to sue a school or library for $2,500 in statutory damages if their child were to access […]
Idaho’s population growth is slowing down, latest census data shows
After making its way to the second place spot for the highest-growing state in the country, new data reveals that Idaho is no longer at its peak for population growth, according to a news release issued by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Idaho Department of Labor. In 2022, Idaho’s population grew by 1.8%, making […]