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Recall drive targets Gooding trustee
The recall drive says trustee David Reeves has failed to attend meetings and training sessions, has disrespected patrons and employees, and has contributed to a “hostile and nonproductive environment” in the district.
Fulcher starts anti-Common Core petition
Three years after endorsing the new Idaho Core Standards in math and English language arts, gubernatorial candidate Russ Fulcher is urging Idahoans to dump the standards.
The Raul Labrador cone of silence … again
What does Idaho’s 1st Congressional District representative think of the problems with federally administered funding for Idaho broadband? He’s not saying.
JFAC public hearing, 2.14.14, Storified
The Legislature’s powerful Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee heard from dozens of Idahoans Friday — and education funding issues figured prominently in the conversation, Here’s a rundown.
Romance-challenged board? (UPDATED)
If there is love in the hearts of State Board of Education members, it was on hold — at least until after a 4 p.m. conference call Friday.
House speaker clips Thompson’s wings
Rep. Jeff Thompson, an Idaho Falls Republican and possible state superintendent’s candidate, is told to taper off on his taxpayer-financed travel.
Balukoff, Marley to run on ticket
Bert Marley, a former Idaho Education Association official, makes his run for lieutenant governor official. He will run on the Democratic Party ticket, alongside gubernatorial hopeful A.J. Balukoff.
Butch Otter meets the press, Storified
Gov. Butch Otter fields questions about a troubled Idaho school broadband project, pay raises — and much more. Here’s a rundown.
A Common Core reaction bill?
Sen. Russ Fulcher wants the Legislature to approve, by law, any future multistate agreements on testing, standards or data collection.
Boise trustee running for House
Troy Rohn is seeking the House seat now held by Rep. Holli Woodings, a fellow Boise Democrat now running for secretary of state.