WASHINGTON, April 25 -- A coalition of 82 conservation and environmental organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service regarding the agency's proposed locatable minerals rule and the related Draft Environmental Impact Statement. The letter voices concern that the proposal does not sufficiently fulfill USFS's mandate under the Forest Service Organic Act to "improve and protect" National Forests, and it alleges regulatory shortcomings under the National Environmental P  more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by Russell Christoff: * * * Income Tax Cuts Doubled Tax Revenue In Idaho, New Mountain States Policy Research Reveals Mountain States Policy Center President Chris Cargill debunks a common belief that cutting taxes reduces government revenue in a new analysis highlighting the impact of Idaho's tax cuts over the past decade. As Idaho steadily lowered its top income tax rate from 7.4% in 2014 to a flat 5.3% today,   more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The BlueRibbon Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service regarding its proposal to open 37 miles of multipurpose trails, including mountain bike trails, in Mammoth Cave National Park to bicycle and e-bike use. BRC expressed support for the agency's proposal, emphasizing the importance of expanding access for all users while maintaining sustainable trail design and management. BRC highlighted that its members engage in varied recreationa  more

POCATELLO, Idaho, April 25 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * College of Education Announces 2026 Celebrating Excellence Award Recipients * Each year, the College of Education hosts an annual Celebrating Excellence event to honor deserving faculty, staff, alumni and partners of the College for their significant accomplishments and commitment to excellence in education. We are pleased to announce this year's Celebrating Excellence Award winners. Mahlet Asfaw, College  more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Statement on the Passing of Dirk Kempthorne * Washington, D.C.- U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) issued the following statement on the passing of former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne: "Governor Kempthorne's leadership and vision helped shape the state of Idaho for generations. From his time as mayor of Boise to his tenure as governor, and later, U.S. Secretary of the Interior, he worked tirel  more

BOISE, Idaho, April 25 -- Gov. Brad Little, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Family of Gov. Dirk Kempthorne comments on his passing + HALF STAFF FLAG ORDER * Gov. Little orders lowering of flags to honor life and legacy of Gov. Dirk Kempthorne Boise, Idaho - The family of Governor Dirk Kempthorne released the following statement following his passing in Boise Friday evening. "The family of Governor Dirk Kempthorne shares with deep sadness that he has passed away, surrou  more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Federal Communications Commission Media Bureau has issued an order to pay or show cause to Southwest Montana Media LLC (No. DA 26-399). The regulatory body is initiating a proceeding to revoke the license for KBOQ(FM) in Lima, Montana, citing a failure to pay delinquent regulatory fees, interest, and penalties. According to Commission records, Southwest Montana Media, LLC owes a total of $6,754.80 in unpaid debt. This balance includes overdue fees for KBOQ(FM) and co  more

MOSCOW, Idaho, April 24 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: * * * Moscow Furniture Show celebrates student creativity and community collaboration * MOSCOW, Idaho - University of Idaho's College of Art and Architecture will host the inaugural Moscow Furniture Show from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at the 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow. With the annual Chair Affair Gala organized by the Boise-based Interior Designers of Idaho being postponed this year due to   more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Simpson Statement on Passing of Dirk Kempthorne * WASHINGTON- Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released the following statement mourning the passing of former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne. "Dirk Kempthorne was one of Idaho's most distinguished public servants and my dear friend of over 40 years," said Rep. Simpson. "Dirk's career was a testament to selfless dedication, from the halls of  more