Kevin’s blog

Sen. Cameron goes quiet on WiFi controversy

But the powerful co-chairman of the Legislature’ budget-writing committee, says he still has “strong feelings” about the controversial school WiFi contract.

Proposed school cell tower on hold

The Meridian School District allows cell phone towers on its campuses — but the latest proposed tower has run into some static.

WiFi deal: How ENA got the contract

How did Education Networks of America win a multiyear high school WiFi installation contract — even though four bidders beat the company’s price? Let’s take a deeper dive into the scoring process, and the state’s documentation.

Going Greek: Crapo touts yogurt pilot project

Twin Falls-based Chobani will provide Greek yogurt to school cafeterias in four states this fall — and supporters hope the pilot project will go national.

Otter names lobbyist as campaign manager

In another sign that he will seek a third term in 2014, Gov. Butch Otter has named an industry lobbyist to manage his (as yet unannounced) re-election campaign.

WiFi deal: State downplays discrepancy

In initial media reports — and in its own request for bids — state superintendent Tom Luna’s office erroneously said that more than 300 schools could qualify for WiFi hookups. But the department said the error did not affect the overall price of the controversial project.