News 2008-06-02 Andanh.com

Police following leads, still seek information on girl Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Law enforcement officials are still looking for endangered Boise runaway, 14-year-old Saddie Julian.

What We See: Tiny windows of water Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:04 MDT
Recent rain provided water to most of the Treasure Valley, leaving a group of daylilies in my yard dressed in aquatic gems. They may not be as dazzling as diamonds, but for the plants, water is a girl's best friend.

Have you voted for your favorites for the Best of Treasure Valley? Vote now! Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:03 MDT

Check out our Class of 2008 page for stories, grad lists and more Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:02 MDT

Bartley: Many things to do in Hawaii- you won't be bored Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Hawaii offers more than tropical island beach lounging. On a vacation last month I paddled an outrigger canoe off the coast of Maui, hiked to a waterfall in a national park and mountain biked in the uplands on Lana'i Island.

1:38 p.m. -- Law enforcement officers still looking for endangered Boise runaway Sun, 01 Jun 2008 13:47:41 MDT
Law enforcement officials are still looking for endangered Boise runaway, 14-year-old Saddie Julian, Sunday.

6:19 p.m. -- Idaho takes hat off to icon Sun, 01 Jun 2008 13:28:22 MDT
Idaho dignitaries and residents paid their respects to J.R. Simplot Sunday afternoon at Qwest Arena in Downtown Boise. Simplot's children and grandchildren addressed the crowd, sharing memories of their father and grandfather and family videos. | GO... Read about the life of J.R. Simplot Photo gallery: Memorial service for J.R. Simplot

3:33 p.m. -- New Zealand man, Australian woman win Boise's first Ironman 70.3 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 09:53:02 MDT
Terenzo Bozzone of New Zealand overcame a 5-minute deficit entering the final stage of the Ironman 70.3 Boise triathlon Sunday. The winner finished the 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run in about 3 hours, 54 minutes. | GO...

1 couple, 2 violent deaths, several lingering questions Sun, 01 Jun 2008 06:00:00 MDT
An Idaho Statesman investigation sheds some light on the lives of Sue and Mark Newby, both of whom died mysterious deaths - one from a canyon fall April 4, the other from suicide May 7. | GO...

Former Bureau of Reclamation Commisioner killed in plane crash Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Former Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner John Keys, who led the agency's regional office on Boise for 18 years died Friday in Utah park plane crash

Idaho takes hat off to icon J.R. Simplot Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
About 1,000 people gathered Sunday for a multimedia extravaganza to celebrate the man who put Idaho on the map and Idaho potatoes into dishes around the world. | GO... Read about the life of J.R. Simplot Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot

Abuse angle added to defense of Boisean charged in 1980 murder Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Lawyers for 61-year-old murder suspect Judy Gough say they will present evidence of "battered spouse syndrome" during her upcoming jury trial for first degree murder of her husband, Lloyd Ford, in 1980. Experts say the defense is a difficult strategy.

Ask Tim: They aren't pretty, but steel poles are here to stay Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Q: I think the power poles in Boise are becoming a growing plight. As we move from wood poles to metal ones that are gradually taking over, our streetscape is more and more defined by these ugly power poles. I've been to cities where the power lines are underground. The difference is amazing. How has Idaho Power done this to the City of Trees with no design review or planning restraints? - Don G., e-mail

Ironman: Top professional competitors rave about course, fans Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Ironman 70.3 Boise triathlon drew rave reviews from the top professionals who competed in the inaugural event Sunday. | GO... • Photo Gallery: Ironman 70.3 Boise triathlon

Boise area teams win all 12 State Cup championships Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
State Cup championship weekend came to a close Sunday afternoon as 12 youth soccer teams won state titles at the Simplot Sporting Complex in Southeast Boise. | GO...

Every Ironman participant has a story to tell Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Ironman 70.3 Boise triathlon has a competitive side and a share of inspirational athletes whose participation Sunday gave the inaugural event a human touch.

Large crowd cheers on local competitors Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Kevin Everett felt terrible, but the 1993 graduate of Centennial High wasn't going to let that stop him from finishing Sunday's Ironman 70.3 Boise triathlon.

Letters to the Editor Fuel Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Lynette Lalliss wrote recently about a Walt Minnick campaign event at a Boise gas station.

Stephen Allred: We need to look within borders for solutions Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
While Americans warily eye gasoline prices marching toward $4 per gallon, it becomes more apparent each day how acute these effects are on manufacturers, airlines, small and large businesses and average Americans. Only 10 years ago, the average cost of a gallon of gasoline was just above a $1. It is clear that our country's need for energy security and access is more crucial than ever.

QuickBooks Training Class - 7639 W. Riverside Dr., Suite 100 (Citizen) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:00:00 MST
Jim Geddings CPA offers a FREE 4-hour QuickBooks Training Class for small or home based businesses. Along with a section on "all the accounting you need to know," the class covers QuickBooks lists, accounts receivable and payable, banking and reconciliation, credit cards, loans and reports. If you have any questions about the class, please call (208) 853-0790. Wed., June 4, 1-5 p.m., Wed., June 18, 1-5 p.m. and Wed., June 25, 1-5 p.m.

Alive After Five Summer Concert Series - The Grove Plaza (Festivals & Events) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:00:00 MST
Every week, people flock to the center of downtown for an infusion of sunshine, socializing and good music. The concert series features different musicians and food selections each week. This week's entertainment is June 4: Pieta Brown; June 11: The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band; June 18: Bumpus; June 25: Chicago Afrobeat Project; July 2: The Dodos; July 9: ON THE ONE; July 16: Taj Weekes and Adowa; July 23: Need to Breathe; July 30: The Gourds; August 6: Pato Banton and Mystic Roots Band; Aug. 13: Aphrodesia; Aug. 20: South Austin Jug Band; Aug. 27: Asylum Street Spankers; September 3: Gram Rabbit; Sept. 10: Sarah Borges and The Broken Singles; Sept. 17: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad; Sept. 24: The Record Exchange Party. Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 25.

Speed Networking Event - Country Inn Suites (Festivals & Events) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:30:00 MST
Join in the fastest way to meet quality professionals in the area. It works like this: Sit down at a table across from another participant and when the bell rings, you each take turns making a sales pitch, which can lead to referrals and even new business. At the end of five minutes, everybody on one side of the tables moves down a seat and starts all over again with someone else. Wed., June 4, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Teen hoofs it to protest gas prices Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Vacation is going to be closer to home this year Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Marine deputy says boaters push the odds Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Moscow senior's high school days 'a reality check' Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

M's give up 4 runs in ninth, fall to Detroit Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Dissatisfaction simmers toward Idaho judiciary Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Kentucky bluegrass growers in Oregon plan for burn-free future Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Brackenbury Square event is Wednesday Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Washington election filing begins today Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Young woman hurt in accident on Snake River Avenue Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Medical center foundation sponsors wine-dinner series Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

At the Library Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

On this date Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Happenings Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

30-year Orchards sewer bond will be paid off soon Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Sports bulletin Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Sports log Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Scoreboard Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

McClellan gets revenge for abrupt firing? Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Letters June 2 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Thousands Gather To Honor Idaho Legend
In a fitting tribute to a larger than life man, flowers at J.R. Simplot's memorial were decorated with boots and a cowboy hat Sunday.

Church, Beltran back Santana in Mets win
Associated Press - June 1, 2008 11:23 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - Johan Santana pitched into the eighth to earn his 100th win, Carlos Beltran and Ryan Church each hit a two-run homer during a big...

Tigers rally for 4 runs in 9th to beat Mariners
Associated Press - June 1, 2008 7:53 PM ET SEATTLE (AP) - Curtis Granderson scored three times, including once in Detroit's four-run ninth inning against J.J.

Giants rally to beat Padres 4-3 in 10 innings
Associated Press - June 1, 2008 7:23 PM ET SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Pinch-hitter Fred Lewis hit a two-run, game-tying triple off Trevor Hoffman in the 10th inning and scored the winning run on Jose...

B.J. Ryan blows save, Angels beat Blue Jays 4-3
Associated Press - June 1, 2008 7:03 PM ET ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Toronto closer B.J. Ryan hit Howie Kendrick with a bases-loaded pitch in the ninth inning to force in the tying run, and Maicer...

Hudson homers in Arizona's 5-0 victory over Nationals
Associated Press - June 1, 2008 6:43 PM ET PHOENIX (AP) - Dan Haren tossed seven sharp innings, Orlando Hudson hit a three-run homer and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Washington Nationals...

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