elections
Woodings running for secretary of state
State Rep. Holli Woodings, a Boise Democrat, pledges to defend parents’ and students’ interests on the state Land Board — and to maintain nonpartisanship in the state’s elections process.
Luna’s announcement: reactions
House Speaker Scott Bedke said Luna’s decision to step aside after this term illustrates the state’s commitment to implementing the 20 recommendations from an education reform task force.
Luna’s election announcement, Storified
It was an eventful and surprising day in Idaho political and education circles. Here’s a quick, real-time look at how the story went down Monday.
Luna won’t seek re-election
For the past year, Luna had told reporters he was planning to seek a third term. His surprise announcement could throw the state superintendent’s race wide open.
Video: Luna’s election news conference
On Monday, state superintendent Tom Luna said he will not seek re-election in 2014 — in part, because he believes election-year politics could undermine a rare chance at education reform.
Jensen kicks off state superintendent campaign
The award-winning principal and former teacher from American Falls will run in the May 20 Republican primary where he will face John Eynon.
Otter fundraising exceeds $900,000
In 2013, Gov. Butch Otter has raised more than $901,000 for his expected run for a third term in office. Statewide candidates must file their 2013 fundraising reports by Jan. 31.
Grangeville teacher joins superintendent’s race
John Eynon says the Idaho Core Standards are part of the “Democrat Party platform.”
Commissioner files to challenge Little
Idaho County Commissioner Jim Chmelik, an outspoken advocate of state management of public lands, will take on Lt. Gov. Brad Little in the May 20 GOP primary.
Valley districts seek $43.1 million in levies
In several cases, the districts are seeking to renew existing supplemental levies. In Meridian, for example, voters will decide whether to keep a two-year, $28 million levy on the books.