News 2008-05-02 Andanh.com

Radioactive sand coming to Idaho from Kuwait Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Nearly 80 rail cars loaded with contaminated sand from Kuwait are headed toward a dump in southwestern Idaho.

Cities ponder how to deal with group homes in light of new laws Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
New laws for transitional housing has Boise and Nampa legal departments scrambling to figure out how to apply the state laws and still comply with the federal Fair Housing Act.

Shoulder injury ends BSU linebacker Shields' career Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:03 MDT
Boise State senior linebacker David Shields, whose career has been hampered by shoulder injuries, will not play in 2008, Boise State coach Chris Petersen announced Thursday.

Local governments contend with a slow economy Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Local governments in Ada and Canyon counties say they are braced for economic bumps in the road but don't expect to cut services in upcoming months.

Irrigation district allows 9 more subdivisions to use canal water Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:01 MDT
The use of pressurized canal water instead of municipal drinking water for residential sprinkler systems is spreading in the Treasure Valley, the Nampa and Meridian Irrigation District says.

BSU LB Shields to miss senior season Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boise State senior linebacker David Shields, whose career has been hampered by shoulder injuries, will not play in 2008, Boise State coach Chris Petersen announced Thursday.

10:15 p.m. -- Cities ponder group homes in light of new laws Thu, 01 May 2008 22:21:22 MDT
New laws concerning group homes and homes for sex offenders have Boise and Nampa officials trying to figure out how, and whether, to apply the state laws and still comply with the federal Fair Housing Act.

8:27 p.m. -- Local governments brace for economic slowdown Thu, 01 May 2008 20:27:59 MDT
Idahos economic slowdown is chewing a little cash off the bottom line of Treasure Valleys city and county governments.

4:57 p.m. -- Help poor women buy potatoes? Nope, government says Thu, 01 May 2008 16:59:12 MDT
WASHINGTON -- Idaho's congressional delegation is fighting a U.S. Department

4:20 p.m. -- Former Rep. Henry Kulczyk drops out of District 14 race Thu, 01 May 2008 16:21:35 MDT
Former Rep. Henry Kulczyk has withdrawn from a crowded race for the District 14 state Senate seat.

2:30 p.m. -- Teen who died in fiery crash not involved in home-invasion Thu, 01 May 2008 14:32:47 MDT
Idaho State Police officials say a 16-year-old boy who died after driving a sports utility vehicle into a semi truck on Eagle Road just after midnight April 22 was not involved in a home-invasion robbery which occurred in the same area.

1:23 p.m. -- Eagle consultant now on cash-only basis with Rep. Sali Thu, 01 May 2008 13:25:25 MDT
The owner of an Eagle consulting business thats U.S. Rep. Bill Salis largest creditor is still working with the congressman and longtime friend but on a cash-only basis.

12:59 p.m. -- Contaminated sand from Kuwait slated for Idaho dump site Thu, 01 May 2008 13:00:48 MDT
Nearly 80 rail cars loaded with contaminated sand from Kuwait is headed to a desert dump site in southwestern Idaho.

1:59 p.m. -- Gas sparks house fire in Boise; house, outbuilding destroyed Thu, 01 May 2008 11:53:44 MDT
A Boise man was working on restoring his 1951 Chevy truck when the outbuilding behind his home caught fire and flames spread to his house. | GO...

11:26 a.m. -- Police investigating report of attempted child enticement in Meridian Thu, 01 May 2008 11:28:22 MDT
A 14-year-old Meridian girl reported that a man tried to entice her to his car early Thursday morning as she walked to her school bus stop.

10:48 a.m. -- Sentencing delayed for man who shot three Lineman College students Thu, 01 May 2008 10:56:33 MDT
It is going to take a few more months before Juan Manuel Rios finds out how long he will go to prison for shooting three college students in Boise last September to steal their wallets.

8:28 a.m. -- Meridian woman sentenced for sexually abusing mentally disabled woman Thu, 01 May 2008 08:31:03 MDT
A 43-year-old Meridian woman will spend at least the next three years in prison for sexually assaulting a 25-year-old mentally disabled woman last year and posting images of the abuse on the Internet.

8:16 a.m. -- McDonald's closed this morning after shake machine sets off smoke alarm Thu, 01 May 2008 08:21:25 MDT
The McDonald's restaurant at 2510 W. Fairview Ave. in Boise is closed Thursday morning after firefighters were called to the building earlier in the morning to respond to a smoke alarm.

Parma teen air-lifted to hospital after crashing car into Caldwell home Thu, 01 May 2008 07:25:18 MDT
An 18-year-old Parma teen was air-lifted to a Boise hospital Wednesday evening after losing control of his vehicle and driving into a home in Caldwell.

Boise's a government center, university town, health care hub - but it's not 'recession-proof' Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Some analysts say state capitals, university towns and regional health centers are "recession proof." Boise is all of these things, so why hasn't it made any of the national lists of thriving cities?

Memo admonishes some state workers Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
A memo from Gov. Butch Otter's communication director sent to department heads, including some staff of elected officials, warns public employees to check with the governor before talking to the media.

Sentencing delayed for man who shot Lineman College students Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The sentencing of Juan Manuel Rios for the shooting of three Lineman College students has been delayed until July.

Gain insight into health care at forum next week Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boise First Presbyterian Church and City Club of Boise will host a health care forum Monday and Tuesday.

Susan Dittus: What's your Big Read? Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
If you could recommend one book for your friends to read, what would it be?

Broncos, Vandals picked in CFL Draft Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Two current Boise State offensive linemen were selected in the Canadian Football League Draft on Wednesday.

Food notes: British fare, Mother's Day fun and May wine Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
on the plate, in a kilt

Orr: Green beer is not just for St. Patrick's Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Like just about everything else in society these days, craft beer is going green.

Movie review: 'Snow Angels' Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
"Snow Angels" starts out under a cloud of gloom.

Movie review: 'Made of Honor' Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Age has befriended Patrick Dempsey, seasoning a cute teenager into a great-looking man.

Movie review: 'Iron Man' Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
For its first 40 minutes, "Iron Man" isn't just a good superhero movie.

Movie review: 'Flawless' Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The inspired pairing of Demi Moore and Michael Caine as a pair of thieves in the diamond-heist semi-caper movie "Flawless" goes a long way toward overcoming the film's slack, leisurely pacing. Moore and Caine (who previously played father and daughter in "Blame It on Rio") have an unusual rapport. The film's period setting - London, 1960- helps, too: Director Michael Radford ("Il Postino") and screenwriter Edward A. Anderson literally work the era's details into the plot: One of the big obstacles the jewel thieves face in stealing the loot are these newfangled machines surrounding the vault called "video security cameras."

DVD reviews: 'Golden Compass' is a thrilling but complicated fantasy Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Watching "The Golden Compass" makes you believe it was a fairly fascinating fantasy adventure in print.

Go do it: BSU Spring Fling marks 30 years of fun in the sun Reggae legends The Wailers headline e Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boise State's annual Spring Fling celebration is usually a showcase for local and regional bands, but reggae legends The Wailers were booked to headline the 30th anniversary of the event on Saturday, May 3.

Go do it: Berlin's 'i love a piano' Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Irving Berlin's enduring and enchanting music create the score for this touring musical revue, which takes you through 70 years of American history as seen through Berlin's perspective. "Irving Berlin has no place in American music," Jerome Kern once said. "He is American Music." The talented young cast sings and dances its way through gems such as "There's No Business Like Show Business," "Puttin' On The Ritz," "God Bless America" and "White Christmas." They take you though ragtime rage in the 1900s, the sophisticated 1920s and '30s, and two world wars to the optimism of the 1950s.

Philharmonic's new music director announces '08-09 season Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boise Philharmonic's new music director announces 2008-'09 season

Deeds: Visual Arts Collective adds unique dynamic to Valley Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
S neaking a peek into the women's restroom was probably just fine. But, being an Idaho man, it probably wasn't all that wise of me to loiter in a men's room.

Sex tape allegedly starring Jimi Hendrix to be released Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A video of a dude who may or may not be Jimi Hendrix getting funky with two women in a hotel room is set for release by an adult entertainment company.

'Zerro' wields his sword on stage Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The latest family theater presentation from the folks at Prairie Dog Productions stars a masked swordsman named Zerro - not Zorro. But beyond that one little vowel, you won't know the difference. In "The Sword of Zerro: From Z to Shining Z," dashing Don Diego dawns the disguise of Zerro to save the town of Capistano from the evil Captain Ramon. Expect hilarity and hijinks in this new play opening Friday, May 2.

Dance erupts at BSU in a Flash Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Trey McIntyre Project hits the streets to reach a new audience.

Groups partner to improve facility on Boise River Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boaters and anglers have an improved boat ramp and picnic facility on the South Fork of the Boise River, and the Boise Valley Fly Fishermen on Wednesday gave a lasting tribute to one of its founders, Ken Magee of Boise.

Natural wonder: A stonefly Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
To many people, this is your basic creepy-crawly bug. But if you fly fish for trout, you probably recognize it as a stonefly. | GO...

Brundage will end record season on May 10 Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Skiing at Brundage until Mother's Day?

How about a family spring hike in the Owyhees? Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Earlier this spring, the Idaho Conservation League and partnering groups kicked off the Explore the Owyhee Canyonlands series of free recreation activities. The next adventure is a family-friendly hike near the North Fork Owyhee Campground on Saturday, May 3. The hike, for children 8 and older and their parents, will include wildflower viewing, scenic vistas and a discussion about the surrounding canyons.

Author Stuebner slated for trails discussion Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Join local guide book author and avid outdoorsman Steve Stuebner for an overview of the myriad hiking and trail-running routes within an hour's drive of Boise - the subject of his latest book. Stuebner's free presentation will include trails in the Boise Foothills, Boise National Forest, Owyhee Mountains and other areas in and around the Treasure Valley.

May is time to put bikes in motion Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
May in Motion is under way, and Boise Bike Week and Bike to Work Day are around the corner. Now's the time to get pedaling and help promote alternative transportation.

6:14 p.m. -- Fish and Game will seek comments on 2008 wolf hunting season Thu, 01 May 2008 18:14:49 MDT
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has scheduled a series of public open

Bass tournaments are a big deal these days Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Bass fishing accounted for 160 million angler days in 2006, and bass tournaments are becoming more and more profitable for anglers. Here's how two fishermen fared in a recent Bass Busters tournament. | GO...

Ask Zimo: Hopefully, Little Camas will make a comeback Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Q: How is Little Camas Reservoir? We are thinking of going over there fishing?

Fish Rap: Duck Valley has good trout fishing Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
If you've been impatiently waiting for the start of prime reservoir fishing, your wait may be over. This so-called spring has been tough on anglers, but there are several factors coming together that could mean reservoirs are going to turn on. Weather is gradually improving, and reservoirs are getting stocked. The Shoshone/Pauite tribes have stocked Mountain View and Lake Billie Shaw with trout, and anglers are catching them.

'Paradise' offers outdoors stories Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
John Gierach's books are kind of like those written by Patrick McManus. You always know what to expect, and you're rarely disappointed.

1 2 3 4 5 6 Next

Chinese Dir