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Statehouse showdown escalates; Little accuses legislators of pushing misinformation
House Republicans said Little’s remarks have further complicated the situation.
New athletics plan lets schools fill gyms to 40 percent capacity
Members of the student body are also allowed to attend games, but must wear masks if they’re seated closer together than six feet.
McCall superintendent to lead Blaine County
Jim Foudy has served as superintendent of the McCall-Donnelly school district since 2015.
One step closer to normal: teachers line up for vaccine
“I’m ready to get rid of this mask and hope everybody else can do it too,” one teacher said.
Analysis: The showdown that could define the 2021 legislative session
At least 11 pieces of legislation are already in the pipeline — all addressing some aspect of Gov. Brad Little’s coronavirus response, and the Legislature’s role during an emergency. The debate is just getting under way.
Legislative roundup, 1.21.21: Charter funding bill surfaces
The House Education Committee will hold a public hearing on the bill Monday.
West Ada appoints former Eagle fire chief to board
Rusty Coffelt retired last year and said his background in public service will help him handle the pressure of serving the district.
Little calls for more spectators at high school sporting events
No new details on crowd size limits were released Wednesday, but a new athletics plan could be announced in the next 48 hours.
News roundup, 1.20.21: Inauguration Day
Boise students spoke out for action on climate change and the Statehouse remained peaceful on the morning of Inauguration Day.
Charter schools added thousands while statewide enrollment dropped
Mostly virtual and new charters netted 5,118 kids during the disruptive pandemic.