politics
In the Panhandle, a trustee’s race plays out under a national spotlight
Candidate David J. Reilly, a 13-month resident of Post Falls, has drawn criticism over his far-right ties and anti-Semitic rhetoric. Third-generation resident Jake Dawson is touting his own conservative credentials. Voters will decide Tuesday.
Vaccine mandates should be banned
Idaho’s “good ole boys club” defends a corrosive environment where corporations can do whatever they like.
Republican lawmakers call for ISBA to shed national affiliation
Idaho’s lobbying group for trustees says it has distanced itself from the National School Boards Association, but will not end the relationship — at least for now.
Analysis: Vaccine mandates could come to Idaho college campuses. Here’s how.
A Biden administration order could affect all federal contractors, including Idaho universities, which receive $89 million in contracts from Uncle Sam.
State employees subbing in schools can get paid twice
The governor’s plan was to help schools meet staff shortages without using school money. But some executive branch employees are getting paid by both the state and the schools for one day’s work.
The Time Is Now: VOTE!
Your single vote could make a tremendous difference in the trajectory of your school district. On Tuesday, November 2nd, let your voices be heard.
‘It’s literally a race now:’ Idaho pushes to curb COVID-19 before winter sets in
Some coronavirus metrics have shown signs of improvement, and vaccines for elementary school students could be on their way. But health officials still fear another spike, as Idahoans spend more time indoors.
Outgoing trustee supports Anita Beckman for West Ada
When voting Nov. 2, I urge all Zone 3 residents to ask themselves, “What do students, families, teachers, and staff of Zone 3 deserve?”
Online Idaho will make college available to everyone
The collaboration is between state agencies and all eight public higher education institutions formed to build a digital campus of fully online learning opportunities and support.
Legislature returning to town on Nov. 15
The Legislature could take up a variety of bills addressing federal vaccine mandates, and the House could take up an ethics committee report on Rep. Priscilla Giddings, Betsy Russell of the Idaho Press reported Monday.