News 2008-04-28 Andanh.com

9:42 p.m. -- Accident on Highway 16 injures Caldwell man Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:44:28 MDT
A single vehicle accident occurred on Highway 16 Sunday evening near

7:46 p.m. -- West Junior High teacher tries to save a bit of tradition Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:51:34 MDT
Its been more than 50 years since West Junior High students started signing their names in an old furnace room that overlooks the gym. English teacher Jonelle Warnock can point out boys signatures from 1958 and her own name, from the 1980s, when she was Jonelle Ruyle.

5:29 p.m. -- Duncan attorney arrested on alcohol and drug charges Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:45:44 MDT
One of the attorneys representing convicted murderer Joseph Edward Duncan

Are pine beetles adding to global warming? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Mountain pine beetle infestations are exploding across the lodgepole pine forests of Colorado and even north in British Columbia, and scientists are worried that the beetles - which may be expanding because of climate change - also are helping to accelerate global warming.

West Junior High teacher tries to save a bit of tradition Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
West is one of several schools closing this year as the Boise School District builds new schools. Teacher Jonelle Warnock hopes to save a piece of the "graffitti room" where generations of students signed their names.

What is NNU President Richard Hagood's Big Read? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
WHAT'S YOUR BIG READ?

Stampede will offer free breast cancer screenings Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Experts hope free mammograms will bring more women to screenings and help pull Idaho up from last place in national rankings.

Boise employees cleared to moonlight Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Two City of Boise employees must remove references regarding their city work from their private business website and submit a list of clients to the city, officials said. City officials were reviewing last week whether two city employees violated city rules by working at private wastewater treatment facilities. Officials found moonlighting work performed by Bill Duncan and Chris Linder and their company, Operations Management Consulting Services, does not conflict with their city jobs, said Vince Trimboli, spokesman for Boise's public works department.

Garden City officer dismissed after arrest Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Garden City Police Chief James Bensley confirmed the arrest and subsequent dismissal of a probationary police officer early Saturday.

Duncan lawyer arrested on DUI and drug charges Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
One of the attorneys representing convicted murderer Joseph Edward Duncan III has found himself in trouble of his own.

11:15 p.m. -- Former BSU QB Tharp agrees to deal with NFL's Panthers Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:16:40 MDT
Former Boise State quarterback Taylor Tharp agreed to a free-agent deal with the Carolina Panthers almost immediately after the NFL Draft concluded, he said Sunday night.

7:44 p.m. -- NFL DRAFT NOTEBOOK: BSU's Gore signs with Dolphins; Idaho's Vobora is 'Mr. I Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:49:13 MDT
Former Boise State offensive tackle Dan Gore has agreed to a free-agent contract with the Miami Dolphins, he said Sunday evening.

Bartley: Paintball is grabbing the attention of adults, not just kids Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Paintballing, an intense sport, is exciting for both parents and kids.

11:15 p.m. -- Former BSU QB Tharp agrees to deal with NFL's Panthers Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:16:33 MDT
Former Boise State quarterback Taylor Tharp agreed to a free-agent deal with the Carolina Panthers almost immediately after the NFL Draft concluded, he said Sunday night.

4:21 p.m. -- Cowboys add Boise State's Scandrick in fifth round of NFL Draft Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:50:19 MDT
Former Boise State cornerback Orlando Scandrick was selected Sunday in the fifth round of the NFL Draft.

Our View: Meridian has strong choices: Snodgrass, Bird Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Idaho Statesman editorial board recommends Meridian-area voters select Mark Snodgrass and Keith Bird in the May Republican primaries.

Letters to the Editor Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The accusation by General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker that Iran is fueling violence in Iraq and undermining the Iraqi government is absurd. Iran and the United States support the same parties in Iraq. The Iraqi Prime Minister al-Maliki, who spent years of exile during Saddam's rule in Iran, also has the full support of the United States. The fact that Iranian President Ahmadinejad, on a recent trip to Baghdad, received the red carpet treatment is because Iraqi and Iranian governments are on friendly terms. The Iranians would have no reason to foment violence against a friendly government.

Trey McIntyre Project Flashdance - Boise State University Quad, Greenbelt (Festivals & Events) Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:30:00 MST
Get just a little taste of modern ballet when world renowned ballet artists Trey McIntyre Project performs a short modern ballet on the Boise State Quad. The event is called a "flashdance" because it will happen in a flash. Wed., April 30, 12:30-12:40 p.m.

Finger on the pulse with Dirty Dale Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
I'm going to come out and say what should have been said shortly after Jimi Hendrix's death in 1970: The U.S. national anthem should no longer be a vehicle for artistic expression, especially in a modern context.

As a symbol of national identity, a national anthem seeks to unite a group of people through a familiar tune.

Harold and Kumar are at it again Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Last weekend, the sequel to "Harold and Kumar go to White castle" opened nationwide in theaters. "Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo" continues the legacy of Harold and Kumar in a new and crazier storyline.

The story continues to follow the characters right where the last film left them.

Idaho Dance Theatre wraps up 19th season Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The Idaho Dance Theatre's 19th season came to a close after their final performance of "Joy Ride" on Sunday.

The company's spring performance incorporated five beautiful, modern pieces into a collective show of incredible talent. For someone who knows little about the technical elements of dance, attending "Joy Ride" was a new experience and a new form of entertainment.

Notes from the Non-Traditional Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The morning is always a hectic time at my house. I scurry to transform myself from a sleep-deprived mother of two into a determined college student and helpful boss. Lately, I've been disappointed to see that makeup no longer hides the dark circles under my eyes, the result of weeks of minimal sleep, constant appointments, tests, papers and laying the groundwork for my tenure as Editor-in-Chief of The Arbiter.

BGLAD presents 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Clad in fishnet stockings and leopard print underwear, students and community members alike attended a special interactive screening of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Saturday night at the Special Events Center in the Student Union Building, sponsored by the Boise State chapter of the Bisexuals, Gays, Lesbians, and Allies for Diversity (BGLAD) organization.

Modern Art at a modern spot Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
This First Thursday, the Modern Hotel and Bar, located at 1314 W. Grove Street, plans to host a modern art event. The exhibit will be open to the public for viewing in accordance with the First Thursday festivities on Thursday, May 1, from 5:30-10 p.m.

The display's featured artists include Boise State's own Visual Arts Center Gallery Director, Kirsten Furlong.

A Bronco for the Broncos: Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Former Boise State offensive tackle Ryan Clady made history Saturday after being selected in the first round of the 2008 NFL draft by the Denver Broncos. After being selected No. 12 overall, Clady became the highest BSU draftee in school history. "Being drafted in the first round is a terrific thing," Clady said in a conference call Saturday.

NBDL Champs Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The Idaho Stampede brought home the 2008 NBA Development League championship last Friday with a 108-101 win over the Austin Toros at Qwest Arena. After losing Game 1 of the three-game championship series, Idaho won back-to-back games en route to the title.

SideLines Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
BSU softball signs six more recruits With less than a year before the first opening pitch in Boise State softball history, Head Coach Erin Thorpe announced Friday the signing of six more athletes to national letters of intent. The new additions bring the current roster total to 14.

International recruitment part I of III: Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The phrase "it's all Greek to me" has taken on a whole new meaning for the Boise State track and field jumping squad this season. The Broncos currently have three Greek athletes on their roster: juniors Eleni Kafourou and Savvas Diakonikolas and sophomore Zacharias Arnos.

Boise dominates, again Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The Boise Burn (3-1) was able to defeat the Texas Copperheads (0-4) 41-14, Saturday night, at Qwest Arena for their third consecutive win since losing their season opener to defending league champions Tulsa.

Once again, the story of the night for the Burn was their defense, which was able to hold the Texas offense to just one offensive touchdown.

SACE 'ReLeafs Boise' Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
The Students for Active Civic Engagement (SACE) can now say they have gone green. This Boise State University organization got together April 26 and volunteered to plant trees through the program, "ReLeaf Boise."

Three students, two community members and a Boise State professor teamed up and planted two trees at the corner of 15th and Ridenback.

Grigg submits FY-09 budget for approval Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Associated Students of Boise State University President Trevor Grigg presented his Fiscal Year 2009 budget to the ASBSU Senate Thursday, the first possible opportunity for him to turn it in.

Grigg said it was important to have the budget done at the first meeting of the new senate, so all branches could dissect it at a training session that was held from 10 a.

The Headlines Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
WORLD Haiti government to give subsidie during food crisis VERRETTES, Haiti - The roots of this country's food crisis lie next to Mesidor Sagesse's humble field, where large-scale farming was long ago abandoned in favor of imported "Miami" rice. Following a week of deadly demonstrations over rising food prices that cost the prime minister his job, Haitian President Rene Preval recently announced government subsidies to cut the price of imported rice by more than 15 percent and to revive local agriculture primarily by reducing the price of fertilizer.

New degree available for non-traditional students Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
A degree program allowing students to maximize credits obtained through prior college experience will be offered at Boise State starting fall 2008.

A Bachelor of General Studies is aimed at people who have previously attended college but, for one reason or another, did not go through to graduation.

Pokemon club aims to 'catch 'em all' Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Although Mario Townes, president of the Boise State Pokemon League Gym, admits to owning more than 4,000 Pokemon cards, he said he hasn't caught 'em all.

Every Friday, Townes and 15 other Pokemon players meet in the Student Union Building for league battles with their collections of cards.

Fourth annual bike congress discusses benefits of pedal power Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Just about anyone may wince when they hit the gas pump. Not only does gas wreak havoc on wallets, but it also affects the environment. Studies show that obesity rates are rising. With a country that has a dependence on oil and over-eating, the bicycle may be a solution for citizens' health and finance woes.

Students learn economic benefits of globalization Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Last Friday, local high school students acted as mock-representatives from 94 nations coming together at Boise State with a common purpose - learning to compete in the ever-changing global marketplace. But instead of business suits, most of them wore T-shirts.

Thinking pains our brains and we just want mo' money! Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
An older physics teacher of mine in high school once prophesized, probably while stroking his salt and peppered beard, that industry will educate our youth in the future. They will set up free schools to teach children how to be the workers they want, telling everyone in class, "There will be no need for Shakespeare.

Plan your next semester wisely Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
If you are a student at Boise State University, then you have probably spent time with an academic adviser to plan next semester's schedule.

Academic planning is one of the most important parts of being a successful college student. The way in which students arrange their classes and the pace at which they take them can be a determining factor in the students' GPAs.

The way we see it... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
On May 3, at Julia Davis Park, marijuana-loving Idahoans will participate in a global march to legalize pot (occurring in 229 cities worldwide). Around this time of year, marijuana users everywhere come out of the closet and into the mainstream, chanting "We're here, we're high, get over it.

Keep working forests working Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Forests are just one of the things that make the northwest such a unique and special place. But they're an important one. Forests are where we go to hike, hunt and fish, to view wildlife, find mushrooms or huckleberries and just take a break from our hectic lives to enjoy nature.

Abstain from lying about Mary Jane Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
I would like to respond to the article titled, "Dank? No thanks." I believe parts of this article are misleading. Yes, I do agree with the short-term effects marijuana has on some people, but how do you explain the highly educated professionals of this world that smoke? There are many professionals who are accredited academics, lawyers, doctors, judges and many more that make smoking a part of their lives.

Letters to the Editor Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Waterboarding 'A-OK' Gabe Murphy's article "Waterboarding 'A-OK'" had to be the most embarrassing example of college journalism I've seen to date. It was written as poorly as it was researched. Four retired generals wrote a letter stating that "such conduct is inhumane and illegal and would constitute a violation of international law, to include Common Article 3 of the 1949 Geneva Conventions.

Increase suicide awareness at BSU Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Sometimes the homework is too much, the tests are too hard and there isn't enough time in the day to do it all. Sometimes days become so overloaded we wonder if it would be easier to end our own life. It's a thought that has plagued me numerous times for various reasons and it makes me question my own existence.

Duck Rescue
Sometimes a comfortable spring walk can turn into trouble...in a hurry. That's exactly what happened to a mother duck and her ducklings. A man and his wife were walking to the store to get the morning paper when the heard some chirping and saw the ducks. The called Nampa Animal Control and contacted Today's Channel 6 News. Nampa firefighters came rescued the ducks.

Racer for a Cure
If you haven't signed up for this year's Race for the Cure, you will want to after seeing this inspirational story.

Spring Sprung, River Still To Dangerous For Fun
Temperatures in the 70's over the weekend had people flocking to the great outdoors.

Top Technology News
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'Baby Mama' delivers $18.3 million at weekend box office
Associated Press - April 27, 2008 3:23 PM ET a0523 LOS ANGELES (AP) - "Baby Mama" has delivered more than $18 million for Universal Pictures.

Federal defender representing Duncan arrested
Associated Press - April 27, 2008 8:04 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - 1 of the federal defenders representing convicted killer Joseph E. Duncan III was arrested for investigation of misdemeanor drug...

UI president in talks with another school
Associated Press - April 27, 2008 6:34 PM ET MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) - The University of Idaho says President Tim White is considering a position at another school.

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