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Georgia funding threatened by Trump Administration for 'gender ideology'
Savannah Now - Georgia
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The Trump Administration has consistently attacked mentions of diversity and its issues across businesses and government institutions. Now, Georgia is in their crosshairs. On Tuesday, U.S. Health and Human Services announced 40 states were "put on...
How the Clearwater Complex became Idaho’s costliest wildfire of 2015; Homes destroyed, communities evacuated, lessons learned under fire
Idaho County Free Press
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KAMIAH — “If you’re on Beaverslide, you should really be getting out.” Eric and Erica Yarbrough heard the warning while eating lunch in downtown Kamiah that Friday, Aug. 14, 2015. Three days prior, the couple was aware of flames moving across a...
Michigan must remove gender ideology from health program’s sex ed material, feds say
MLive - Michigan
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August 27, 2025
Michigan is among the 46 U.S. states and territories facing demands from the Trump administration to remove mentions of gender ideology from sexual education material used in a federally financed health program — or risk losing the funding...
Steve Marshall urges SCOTUS to hear student gender identity case
Alabama Political Reporter
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August 27, 2025
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a multi-state push for the U.S. Supreme Court to review a case examining whether school districts must notify parents regarding changes in their student’s gender identity. The amicus brief, signed...
Boise State student-athletes team up with youth to break mental health stigma
ABC 6 - Idaho
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August 27, 2025
BOISE, Idaho — Mental health among athletes continues to be a crucial conversation. At Boise State University, student-athletes are taking the lead by mentoring local high school students to create an open environment around mental health...
Idaho projected to end fiscal 2026 with $80 million budget deficit
Idaho Mountain Express
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A new budget report from the Idaho Legislature shows the state of Idaho is projected to end the current fiscal year 2026 with a budget deficit of nearly $80 million, which would violate the Idaho Constitution. According to the FY26 General Fund...
Idaho Community Foundation awards more than $740K in scholarships
CDA Press - Idaho
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August 27, 2025
The Idaho Community Foundation announced Monday it has awarded more than $740,000 in scholarships to 228 students across Idaho this year. The recipients represent learners of all kinds, from first-generation college students to future nurses,...
School disruption is a significant – and overlooked – impact of housing loss for Idaho kids
Idaho Capital Sun
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August 27, 2025
Back-to-school season is here and parents across the Treasure Valley are juggling transportation schedules, sports practices, and after-school activities. However, for families experiencing homelessness, simply ensuring their children can continue...
Idaho Falls Rescue Mission aids men, women and families in homelessness and more
BYUI - Idaho
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August 26, 2025
Since 1998, the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission has been dedicated to helping homeless people by operating three shelters as a gospel rescue mission. Regardless of religion, anyone is welcome to help them in their purpose of serving those in need. “The...
Idaho man gets 17-56 years in child porn case
Altoona Mirror - Pennsylvania
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Curry HOLLIDAYSBURG — An Idaho man who threatened local juvenile girls to have them send him nude photos was sentenced to about 17 years to 56 years in state prison during Blair County court on Tuesday. Rick Andrew Curry, 47, pleaded guilty to six...
Idaho National Guard authorized to provide administrative support to ICE
ABC 6 - Idaho
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August 27, 2025
BOISE, Idaho — Earlier this month, Governor Brad Little authorized the Idaho National Guard to provide assistance to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, prompting questions about the Guard's role in immigration enforcement. Lt. Col. Chris...
Idaho Department of Education Releases 2025 ISAT Scores
Big Country News Connection - Washington State
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BOISE – Newly-released data from the 2025 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) shows Idaho students holding steady in proficiency rates in all three assessed areas. Some grades and demographics saw gains, but overall scores remained mostly...
Idaho County Fair results
Idaho County Free Press
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COTTONWOOD — The annual Idaho County Fair in Cottonwood, Aug. 20-23, has come to an end. Check out this year’s results: Idaho County Fair Royalty 2025-’26 Ellie Kouril of Grangeville – queen; Mikayla Rowland of Cottonwood – first princess; and...
Idaho to cut Medicaid provider rates by 4% in September
Boise State Public Radio - Idaho
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August 26, 2025
Idaho’s health care providers accepting Medicaid are about to take a hit to their wallets as state officials will cut reimbursement rates effective next month due to higher than anticipated costs. In a memo sent to providers last week, Deputy...
Idaho students maintain steady proficiency in 2025 ISAT results
IdahoNews
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BOISE, Idaho — New data from the 2025 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) indicates that Idaho students have maintained steady proficiency rates across math, English Language Arts (ELA), and science. While some grades and demographics...
Idaho State University students gain hands-on experience in Fukushima nuclear study
IdahoNews
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POCATELLO, Idaho — Students from Idaho State University (ISU) have returned from a transformative educational trip to Fukushima, Japan, where they participated in a groundbreaking interdisciplinary course on nuclear accident management and...
Idaho cuts doctor pay rates for Medicaid. More cuts could come, Health and Welfare says.
Idaho Capital Sun
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August 26, 2025
Idaho will cut reimbursement rates for providers who treat Medicaid patients by 4%. The cuts — coupled with another Medicaid program set to end soon — could push some doctors’ offices to stop accepting Medicaid, one health leader says. State...
'No indication' Oregon is targeted for military deployment as Idaho deploys National Guard to assist with federal immigration enforcement
KGW 8 - Oregon
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August 27, 2025
Idaho is one of 19 states deploying National Guard members to assist with immigration enforcement and crime amid Trump's targeting of Democratic-led cities. PORTLAND, Ore. — Increasingly in recent days, President Donald Trump has taken it upon...
Want to try something new? Sit in a sauna, then do a cold plunge at this Idaho Falls business.
East Idaho News
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August 27, 2025
IDAHO FALLS — A local business in Idaho Falls that offers a Nordic-style sauna and cold plunge has one goal: to help you feel better. Husband and wife Cade and Cari Baldwin are the franchise owners of PLUNJ, located at 3510 South 25th East. The...
Education Week concert honors musicians, spiritual music
Daily Universe - Utah
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August 26, 2025
Kenneth Cope sings at Wednesday night's concert. Cope is a Latter-day Saint performer and composer, and he performed several of his songs as apart of the concert. (Brianne Barrus) Education Week attendees gathered from far and wide in the Marriott...