Kevin’s blog
Free lunch could cost cafeteria worker her job
The cafeteria worker at Pocatello’s Irving Middle School provided a meal to a student who didn’t have money for lunch.
Cassia County to seek second bond issue
The $15 million would be used to finish several building projects — and plug an unexpected budget shortfall.
November school board elections? It could happen
House Speaker Scott Bedke floated the possibility earlier this week.
National college enrollment numbers decrease
Numbers dropped this fall in 37 states — including Idaho.
Unfinished work: Legislature’s tax working group wraps up
The House-Senate panel met Tuesday with four proposals on the table — and adjourned without any recommendations.
Another contract extension, another open meetings dispute
A contract extension for Blaine County district Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes is on hold.
West Ada: Ranells interview is part of an ‘ongoing search’
The former Lakeland School District superintendent is in town for interviews this week. The district says it is reviewing other applicants.
West Ada sets interview itinerary for Ranells
The public will have a chance to meet the superintendent’s finalist at a community forum Tuesday night.
Obama signs No Child Left Behind replacement into law
Rep. Mike Simpson was the lone member of Idaho’s congressional delegation to support the overhaul.
Senate passes No Child Left Behind replacement
The bill passed 85-12; Idaho Republican Sens. Mike Crapo and Jim Risch opposed it.