News 2008-05-26 Andanh.com

4:19 p.m. -- Son says Simplot's death won't change the company Mon, 26 May 2008 16:24:35 MDT
J.R. Simplots death Sunday at age 99 raises the question: With the founder gone, what will happen to the J.R. Simplot Co.?

4 p.m. -- Motorcycle crash blocks Idaho 55 traffic both ways near Horseshoe Bend hill Mon, 26 May 2008 16:07:39 MDT
One motorcyclist was taken to a Boise hospital by air ambulance and another by ground ambulance after a crash on Idaho 55 near the top of Horseshoe Bend hill Monday afternoon.

3:05 p.m. -- Metal shavings in sawdust iikely cause of fire which destroyed Caldwell feed Mon, 26 May 2008 15:10:51 MDT
It appears as if some stray metal shavings that fell into sawdust on Friday at the Land OLakes Purina Feed Plant in Downtown Caldwell led to the fire which destroyed the plant Sunday night.

2:06 p.m. -- Boise man arrested after driving Humvee into house Monday morning Mon, 26 May 2008 14:10:20 MDT
A 62-year-old Boise man accused of driving a Humvee into a garage of a Foothills home because he was angry with a woman inside was arrested twice this morning.

Popkey: J.R. didn't play favorites Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
J.R. Simplot always saw government as just another cog in his machine.

Reactions to J.R. Simplot's death Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Simplot: 'A visionary who proved you could start out with nothing and make something of yourself'

Simplot: Farmboy who never went to high school turns potatoes into biggest fortune in Idaho Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:04 MDT
The richest man in Idaho used to celebrate Halloween by handing silver dollars to the trick or treaters who trudged to his hilltop home. Each dollar came with an admonition to "make it grow," words that embodied J.R. Simplot's long and prosperous life.

What J.R. Simplot gave to Idaho Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:03 MDT
J.R. Simplot's influence on his home state was ubiquitous. It's impossible to travel far in Idaho without seeing something he built, owned, donated or produced.

Emmett grad to be honored for valor Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Capt. Rob Holcroft, an Emmett High School graduate, will be one of eight soldiers honored as grand marshals in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., on Monday.

Caldwell farm feed plant catches fire Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Firefighting units from across Canyon County fought a four-alarm fire in a Caldwell feed plant Sunday afternoon.

7:27 p.m. -- Caldwell farm feed plant catches fire Sun, 25 May 2008 19:28:37 MDT
Caldwell firefighters may be in for a long night as they fight a fire in the Land O'Lakes Purina Feed plant near downtown.

4:40 p.m. -- Couple sustains minor injuries in motorcycle accident Sun, 25 May 2008 16:43:23 MDT
A couple from Texas received minor injuries after a tire went flat on their motorcycle on Interstate 84 in Elmore County, according to Idaho State Police.

2:47 p.m. -- Idaho's Davey Hamilton finishes 14th in Indy 500 Sun, 25 May 2008 14:47:15 MDT
Eagle race car driver Davey Hamilton finished 14th in the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday. The IndyCar veteran, who finished ninth last year, finished on the lead lap. Pole-sitter Scott Dixon won the race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

8:57 p.m. -- J.R. Simplot dies at 99, with wife Esther at his side Sun, 25 May 2008 13:43:18 MDT
J.R. Simplot, the states richest man and an Idaho icon for longer than many Idahoans have been alive, died Sunday at his home. He was 99. His wife, arts philanthropist Esther Simplot, was at his side. | GO... • Read about the life of J.R. Simplot • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot

Motorcyclist dies after collision with pickup Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
A Payette man died after he was struck on his motorcycle Saturday by a truck that was turning south of Fruitland, according to Idaho State Police.

Sali's concerns put spotlight on ID cards issued by Mexico Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
ID cards issued by the Mexican consulates in the United States are at the heart of the concerns raised by U.S. Rep. Bill Sali, who has objected to the Mexican government's decision to locate a consulate in Boise.

In cemeteries, respect the law - and the dead Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:04 MDT
Bad behavior in cemeteries, from the boldly outlandish to the merely questionable, is inspiring cemetery caretakers to spread the word about what's right and what isn't.

Popkey: Western political giant has some advice for the GOP Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:03 MDT
Columnist Dan Popkey longs for the days when the West produced political giants who put problem-solving ahead of politics and talks to one of them, Wyoming Republican Alan Simpson.

Bieter gears up for State of City address Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce hosts the Boise Mayor's State of the City Address on June 3 at the Boise Centre on the Grove, 850 W. Front Street, Boise.

Man in critical condition after crash Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:01 MDT
A 74-year-old man from Ontario, Ore., was injured Saturday when his motorcycle struck an embankment in Washington County, according to Idaho State Police.

8:11 p.m. -- Payette motorcyclist dies after crash near Fruitland Sat, 24 May 2008 20:12:33 MDT
A Payette man died after he was struck on his motorcycle Saturday by a truck that was turning south of Fruitland, according to Idaho State Police.

7:57 p.m. -- Ontario man in critical condition after motorcycle crash Sat, 24 May 2008 19:58:32 MDT
A 74-year-old man from Ontario, Ore., was injured Saturday when his motorcycle struck an embankment in Washington County, according to Idaho State Police.

J.R. Simplot 1909-2008: 'He did more to build Idaho than any other one person' Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
J.R. Simplot never attended high school, but his business smarts made him an Idaho legend and billionaire several times over. Idahos richest citizen, died Sunday at his home. He was 99. | GO... • Memorial service set • Read about the life of J.R. Simplot • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot

Iraq claimed a soldier's life, a fiancee's future Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A year after a roadside bomb killed Sgt. James J. Holtom, Melissa Sewell still mourns and copes with reminders of the might-have-beens. | GO... • Photo essay: Final hour of daylight at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery

Ryan Clady's fancy footwork is drawing attention in his first NFL camp Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Ryan Clady has been given a nickname more befitting a tailback than a tackle. The Denver Broncos' rookie left tackle was dubbed "Sweet Feet" this week at quarterback camp by fellow offensive lineman P.J. Alexander. | GO... • Read stories about Ryan Clady

Food notes: New and new-to-you food from the mall to east Boise Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
near the mall,not near the food court

Dining review: Seafood is the highlight at Tacos Y Mariscos El Compa in Caldwell Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The problem could be the Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes. Or the Bacon Club Chalupas, the Chicken BLT Burritos or the Mexi-Fries.

Indiana Jones poster winner Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Congratulations to Judy Kelley of Meridian who correctly answered the four Indiana Jones trivia questions and was the lucky winner of the original Indiana Jones posters.

Movie review: 'Son of Rambow' Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Somewhere under the "rambow" - more precisely, circa 1982 in a theater playing "First Blood," which introduced Sylvester Stallone as troubled Vietnam vet John Rambo - two irresistible forces forged a wary bond.

Sing along with 'Mary Poppins' at the Egyptian Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The songs from "Mary Poppins" are popular standards sung by superstars and preschoolers alike. For seven days, moviegoers can sing along with the film during special screenings at the Egyptian.

Movie review: 'The Year My Parents Went on Vacation Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Little Mauro (Michel Joelsas) is more concerned with his game of tabletop soccer than the actions of his parents as they clear out of their home and head for the car. The year is 1970, and the 12-year-old's imagination is pinned on the approaching World Cup, which Brazil stands a good chance of winning.

Harrison Ford returns with grace, style in fun-filled romp with beloved Indiana Jones Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
There were a dozen good reasons to not do a fourth Indiana Jones movie. But there's one very good reason to do it, a sentimental one: for old time's sake. | GO... Check local showtimes, watch movie previews, read reviews and more.

Go do it: Carrie Underwood is America's favorite 'Idol' Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Some singers blow up, go multiplatinum overnight and forget where they came from.

Go do it: Shakespeare for headbangers Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
To suck or not to suck: That is the question. The Metal Shakespeare Company faces it nightly. The Portland band walks a comedic tight rope as it sings scenes from Shakespeare plays while unleashing a wall of Iron Maiden-esque heavy metal. A musical nightmare? Perhaps. Or maybe a midsummer night's dream. It's a rare headbanger that appreciates the difference between King Lear and King Diamond.

Decades after the Grateful Dead's heyday, a new band tries to rekindle that spirit Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
When Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay remembers the era she spent singing for the Grateful Dead from 1971 to 1979, her voice fills with reverence.

CD reviews Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
anywhere i lay my head

Go do it: Finn Riggins headlines Boise Bicycle Project benefit Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Boise Bicycle Project may not have a house band yet, but Finn Riggins is the closest thing. Twice now, the Hailey indie-rockers have offered their help raising money for the grass-roots organization, which fixes up old bikes and gives them to children, refugees, the homeless and other underprivileged Treasure Valley residents. (BBP also has a nonprofit cooperative bike shop in the works.) The Finns lead a four-band lineup on Thursday, May 29, at the Visual Arts Collective, joined by Portland's Jared Mees and the Grown Children and locals Low-fi and Golden Spun. Proceeds from the concert will go to the Boise Bicycle Project, which uses monetary donations to purchase tires and tubes and cover operational costs.

Renee Knappenberger returns to the Idaho Shakespeare Festival as its director of education. Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Renee Knappenberger returns to the Idaho Shakespeare Festival as its director of education.

Opera Idaho's Opera Under the Stars Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Opera Idaho presents its resident chorus and guest stars performing a selection of opera arias, duets, highlights from up-coming productions, and some of Broadway's classic hits in the pastoral beauty of the Idaho Botanical Garden. Take a blanket and chairs and a picnic, or purchase food and beverages on site.

See a classical Indian Dance Concert Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Experience classical East Indian dance in the traditional Odissi style, a type of dance mostly forgotten in the 20th century. Known for its sensuality, the dance is experiencing a resurgence of interest in the 21st century. A discussion will take place after the performance.

The simple life: Andrea Merrill puts her art on the line Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Meet artist Andrea Merrell, a Boise artist with her first museum show now on exhibit at the Boise Art Museum.

Mushroom-picking guidelines set for forest lands Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Forest Service officials last week announced the guidelines for personal and commercial wild mushroom picking on national forest land in southwest Idaho.

Get dad some Flintstone-style weights Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Salmon angler uses rocks, instead of lead sinkers, for an environmentally-friendly fishing rig.

Salmon fishing could pick up this summer Sat, 24 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
It has been a tough year for salmon anglers with runs smaller than expected and high water keeping anglers off the rivers.

Kings of 'Klunkerz' amazed by growth of mountain biking Sat, 24 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The new documentary "Klunkerz" tells the story of the origins of mountain biking, and filmmaker Billy Savage and mountain bike figureheads Gary Fisher and Charlie Kelly visited Boise for a benefit screening Monday at The Flicks. On Sunday, they sat down with the Idaho Statesman to talk about what it was like to be there.

F&G rules could slash Idaho wolf numbers in half Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Idaho's wolf population could be cut in half under wolf hunting rules approved by the Idaho Fish and Game commission Thursday during their regular meeting in Jerome, and now it will be up to a federal judge to decide if hunting will be allowed.

Plenty of options for holiday fishing Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Since it is a long weekend and the opening of rivers and streams in Idaho, here's some information on the fishing scene to help you plan your Memorial Day trips.

Natural Wonder: House wren is common sight, sound in backyards Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
This house wren is having a little trouble figuring out how to get small branches in a smaller hole to build a nest in this birdhouse located in Zimo's yard. | GO...

Time for summer at Tamarack Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The snow is still melting at Tamarack Resort, but summer will get into swing over Memorial Day weekend with the opening of the mountain bike trails, zipline and golf course.

Find out where to go on a spring hike Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
It's hiking season - do you know where to go? If not, head to REI on Wednesday, May 28, for a free presentation on early- and late-season hikes led by local author Margaret Fuller. The presentation will include a slideshow of destinations from Fuller's five hiking guides, including hikes in the Sawtooth and White Cloud mountains, Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and eastern and western Idaho.

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