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House Republicans plan Meridian town hall
During a similar meeting in July in Twin Falls, campus diversity and inclusion programs emerged as a talking point.
Twin Falls district shuts down gun raffle fundraiser
“We’re not taking a stand on gun rights,” district spokeswoman Eva Craner told Ryan Blake of the Twin Falls Times-News. “It’s just not an appropriate raffle for our students.”
Green on campus security: Current gun laws ‘just aren’t helping’
In an interview with the Lewiston Tribune, new University of Idaho President C. Scott Green says he has already spoken to general counsel about how the university would respond to a mass shooting threat.
State Board search: still no word on appointments
The shorthanded board will meet Wednesday afternoon to hire a new University of Idaho athletic director.
Idaho Press: Grants and corporate dollars cover Boise State diversity program costs
The cost of the Boise State University diversity and inclusion programs — and the source of the funding — is one element in a lingering legislative debate.
From Braves to Brave? Boise High School considers mascot change
Boise trustees will discuss the proposal on Aug. 12, the Idaho Statesman reported. Meanwhile, the controversy over Teton High School’s mascot change shows no sign of fading.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: Aug. 5-9
Here’s state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s weekly schedule, as released Monday morning.
Statesman: Lawmakers, Freedom Foundation target scholarships for ‘Dreamers’
Boise State believes “Dreamers” are eligible for the state-funded Idaho Opportunity Scholarship.
Alleging slander, Blaine trustee files tort claim against district
Rob Clayton says embattled district Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes started a rumor that he was having an affair with a district administrator. The district has not commented on the claim.
Charter commission to meet, discuss likely open meetings violation
The commission appeared to violate Idaho’s open meetings law during a closed-door session on April 11, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden’s office said.