Day: March 5, 2025

Idaho House unanimously passes anti-SLAPP bill combatting frivolous lawsuits

BOISE, ID – The Idaho House of Representatives voted unanimously Wednesday to pass a bill that the sponsors say protects public participation and freedom of speech from frivolous lawsuits. Without any debate in opposition, the Idaho House

Colfax Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Man Missing Since 2016

COLFAX, WA – The Colfax Police Department, in collaboration with the Washington Attorney General’s Office, is seeking information regarding the disappearance of Michael Shawn Garcia, who has been missing since 2016. Garcia, 56, was last heard from

Juliaetta Mayor Retires After More Than Four Decades of Service

JULIAETTA, ID – After serving the community for over 42 years, Mayor Richard Groseclose has officially retired from his position. Groseclose, who has held roles as both a city council member and mayor, announced his retirement in

Sacajawea Middle School Students Excel at Idaho State Leadership Conference for Business Professionals of America

  LEWISTON, ID – Students from Sacajawea Middle School showcased their business and leadership skills at the 2025 Idaho State Leadership Conference for Business Professionals of America (BPA), held March 3-5 at the Boise Centre on the

New measure would put Trump’s face on the $100 bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – New legislation introduced this week would put President Donald Trump’s face on the $100 bill. Currently, Benjamin Franklin is the face of the $100 bill, but legislation introduced by Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, would

WA House Passes Bill to Strengthen Monitoring of Sexually Violent Predators

OLYMPIA, WA – Legislation requiring electronic monitoring of sexually violent predators granted conditional release has been unanimously approved by the Washington State House of Representatives. House Bill 1457, sponsored by Rep. Dan Griffey, R-Allyn, “Requires the court

Warrior Baseball Checks in At No. 24 in Latest Rankings

KANSAS CITY, MO – Despite not being able to play at home yet this season and facing some of the top teams on the road, LC State Baseball did enough to remain in the NAIA’s top 25

Nimiipuu Health to Offer Free Medical Services Through Innovative Readiness Training in May

  LAPWAI, ID – Nimiipuu Health, in partnership with the U.S. Army and the Idaho Air National Guard, will host its annual Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) event, providing free medical and veterinary services to the community from

Kit Homes: An Old Idea Washington Needs Again, Says Senator

OLYMPIA – The Washington Senate Tuesday passed a bill aimed at increasing the acceptance of kit homes as a potential solution to the state’s growing shortage of affordable housing. Senate Bill 5552, sponsored by Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview,

Man Arrested in Kooskia on Alleged Meth and Assault Charges

KOOSKIA, ID – According to the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested in Kooskia on March 4 following a reported threatening incident. At approximately 11:35 a.m., Idaho County Dispatch received a call regarding the situation.