Roger Tabor
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USFWS Pacific
After a brief pause, work to expand operations at two federal fish hatcheries in north central Idaho took a few steps forward Monday morning.
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Preston Keres/U.S. Forest ServiceThis year’s Capitol Christmas tree will come from Idaho. The Engelmann spruce was chosen by the Architect of the Capitol. -
Idaho State Department of Agriculture/ScreenshotThe Idaho State Department of Agriculture is joining efforts to address the Treasure Valley’s growing rat problem and is asking the public to help report rodent sightings through an online survey.
Recent News
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President Trump is planning to open up some of the nation's last pristine forests to road building and timber companies. But those who work in the woods say it won't do enough to revive the industry. -
October 24 is Prescription Drug Take Back Day and police departments across Idaho are taking part in the national event. -
A recent TV ad supporting Proposition 1 followed all campaign finance laws, according to the Idaho Secretary of State’s office. -
As more riders turn to electric vehicles in mixed-use areas, Boise’s e-mobility Task Force is seeking feedback from the public. -
Fourth grader Grace Benson from Salmon is the winner of the 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Youth Tree Lighter Essay Contest. The student from FernWaters Charter School will represent Idaho in Washington D.C. this December and help light “The People’s Tree” in Capitol Square.
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