Monthly Archives: April 2008

Turf covers J.R.’s cock and balls

Simplot Hill grass graffitti covered up with giant rectangular swatch. Police recieved no complaints about who burned a cock and balls into the mound and thus never investigated, accd. to Kreller at the Statesman. Pics, pics, pics…

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Grant drops out of 1st CD race

Larry Grant announced this morning that he is dropping out of the primary race against Walt Minnick for Idaho’s First Congressional District. Now they are all friends. Darr in the BW. Grant statement on Eye on Boise.

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Craig to write energy book

Idaho Sen. Larry Craig recently revealed that he plans to write a book about the nation’s energy future after he leaves the Senate. Craig hinted at the book recently during a stop in American Falls, Idaho. Continue reading

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Nuke plant looks to Elmore

Alternate Energy Inc. abandons Owyhee for Elmore. Fault line discovered in Bruneau, for one. New site is south of Hammett near C.J. Strike. Mtn. Home News.

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Brady considers Journal purchase

Wood River Journal, that is. The Post Co. (Post-Register) looking at joint venture in Ketchum. Paper lost $300 G in ’07. Looking for a deal? Mtn. Express.

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Ron Paul in TF

Presidential candidate Ron Paul is coming to Twin Falls April 25. Paul ’08: “Yes, Dr. Paul will be coming to the area on April 25, but I’m unable to confirm any locations at this time. We are still considering some … Continue reading

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Daycares volunteer for ratings

After failure of Legislature to monitor day care, group is pursuing voluntary ratings. AP in the Press Tribune.

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LMT, Daily News cutting back

Two North Idaho papers losing five positions. Editorialist Tom Henderson moving to Oregon, LMT has had two editorial writers since 1970s. Trib political reporter Dean Ferguson is taking a job with the Larry LaRocco for Senate campaign. Elaine Williams in … Continue reading

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Another kudo for Heston

Heston’s voice helped pass Right to Work in Idaho. 1986 ads featured the late actor, activist. Was close to Craig. Popkey in the Statesman.

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Headline: Oops.

Sen. John Goedde testing out new law. Caught speeding in school zone after passing tougher fines for speeding in school zone. Russell in the Spokesman.

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Two Idaho soliders die in Iraq

Army Sgt. Michael T. Lilly of Boise died in Sadr City Monday. Maj. Stuart Wolfer, 36, of Emmett was killed over the weekend. Press Tribune.

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Idaho’s best online news, now prettier

Take a tour around our new design. Try out The Forums, read our improved Newsrack, and use our content more efficiently. Continue reading

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