Minneapolis airport is ready

Greeters will show RNC delegates, gawkers where the Craig bathroom is. And where to get a latte. Via Politico.

Boise State expects 20,000 students

Kustra says Uni of distinction to break enrollment records. State of the University address also reveals plans to double campus housing. Butts in the
Idaho Press-Tribune
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Otter wants tax settlement report to Legislature

In the wake of a whistle blower report and subsequent review of the Tax Commission, Otter orders more reporting. Auditor

New Paleo/BW project

This site has admittedly been pretty sporadic for a few months. We’ve been dealing with a new baby, a new job and trying to get in shape for elk season. So thanks to all the folks that keep checking back.

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independent voters to intervene

Idaho independent voters, backed by several national groups will be allowed to intervene in the Idaho GOP lawsuit to close primaries. May be the first time independent voters have been allowed a position on open primaries. GOP Secretary of State Ysursa…

What about the other “community college?”

In rush to form College of Western Idaho, Boise State profs left behind. Selland college faculty still have a bunch of unanswered qeustions. Hoffman in the Boise Weekly.

IDOC faces another trans case

Two-spirited inmate sues Idaho prisons. Natalia (William) Flores sues for estrogen. Hoffman in the Boise Weekly.

Sali: There is an Iraq

Rep. Bill Sali, just back from Iraq, said Iraqis recognize themselves as Iraqis. Sali: “Increasingly, they’re starting to recognize themselves more as Iraqis instead of sectarian designations that they’ve had in the past.” He also praised the surge and medical care…

AEH lost $3.4 million in 2007

Auditor reports that Idaho nuclear energy company future in doubt. Only $324,431 in assets remain for Alternate Energy Holdings, Inc., according to Rotenberg and Co. audit.

There’s no basement in the Alamo

Prof: “He gets killed, but he stands for what he believes in.” Sali likened to Davy Crockett at the Alamo after opposing bridge safety act. Minnick: “He’s part of the lunatic fringe. My guess is, almost 100 percent of the people…