News 2008-06-18 Andanh.com

Canyon County official may go on trial for gun incident Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Canyon County commissioner says he shouldn't be charged for accidentally bringing a handgun into Boise Airport after paying TSA fine. But Boise City attorney's officials say the charge is legitimate.

Nampa bond decision delayed Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:04 MDT
Plans to issue up to $18 million in bonds to fund downtown Nampa renewal projects will remain in limbo for much of the summer. A judge heard arguments Tuesday morning but won't decide until late July or later, allowing time for both sides to submit additional information.

Ada sheriff's top dog retires Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:03 MDT
The Ada County Sheriff's Office celebrated the career and retirement Tuesday of its first-ever K-9 Unit dog, Sadie, a yellow lab who was involved in thousands of drug searches and won many first-place awards in competition over the past 10 years.

Ada grass fires keep firefighters busy Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Two small grass fires kept local firefighters busy Tuesday, and a reported grass fire in Kuna turned out to be a farmer who was burning cheat grass on his land, fire officials said.

Man found dead in burned car in Parma likely had heart attack Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Evidence shows an 82-year-old man likely suffered a heart attack before he drove his car off the road Monday near Parma, said Canyon County sheriff's officials.

Hawks win season opener on ninth-inning home run Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:18:20 MDT
Jake Opitz, playing in his first professional game, led off the bottom of the ninth inning with a walk-off home run to give the Boise Hawks a 6-5 win over Eugene in front of a sold-out crowd of 3,509 on Tuesday night at Memorial Stadium. It was the season-opening game for both teams.

In the wake of forest fires, a valuable mushroom harvest Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:00:00 MDT
Professional mushroom-pickers have changed the look of Cascade and the Boise National Forest this month. Almost 1,000 of them are camped out to hunt full-time for the morels sprouting in areas burned by last years devastating forest fires.

Police investigate possible enticement in Eagle Tue, 17 Jun 2008 21:31:39 MDT
Eagle police are investigating a report of a possible enticement near Seven Oaks and Bancroft in Eagle Tuesday.

Woman pleads guilty to embezzling over $420,000 from credit union Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:28:58 MDT
Tammy Lyn Law, 33, of Mountain Home, entered a guilty plea in federal court Monday to embezzlement from a credit union.

University of Idaho to report on law school plans Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:01:18 MDT
The University of Idaho is scheduled to update the Idaho State Board of Education on plans to open a law school branch in Boise.

Ada County Sheriff's Office retiring first K9 unit Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:56:59 MDT
The Ada County Sheriff's Office is retiring its first and most highly decorated K9 Unit dog, Sadie. The energetic pooch, who has spent much of her life in patrol cars, will spend the rest of her days lounging on the porch. | GO...

Boise breaks ground on branch library in West Boise Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:34:00 MDT
Boise breaks ground Tuesday on its first new library branch in about 30 years. The full-service library is expected to open late 2009 on the corner of Ustick and Cole Roads. The 15,000 square-foot space will include two audio-visual-equipped meeting rooms, 40 to 50 public computers, a collection of 40,000 to 50,000 books and materials. | GO...

Sheriff's officials say man found dead in burned car near Parma died of natural causes Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:24:45 MDT
Canyon County Sheriffs officials say evidence shows an 82-year-old man likely suffered a heart attack before he drove his car off the roadway and it caught fire near Parma Monday.

Canyon County commissioner will fight airport gun charge Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:37:47 MDT
Canyon County Commissioner Dave Ferdinand admits he made a mistake when he

Nampa police seek suspect in arson at North Sunset Street home Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:10:36 MDT
Nampa police are looking for whoever set a fire at a home at 36 North Sunset Street late Monday night.

Boise police dog used in domestic violence arrest Tue, 17 Jun 2008 07:59:16 MDT
Boise police had to use a police dog to arrest a domestic violence suspect Monday night at a Foothills area home.

About 200 troops from Boise leave for Afghanistan for 45-day deployment Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:52:31 MDT
About 200 members of the Air National Guard unit based in Boise left for Afghanistan about 6:40 a.m. Tuesday.

Obama taps ex-Boisean for a top campaign role Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Former Boisean Jim Messina, 38, was named campaign manager for Barack Obama Monday . He got into politics while in college in Montana and has been the chief of staff for three members of Congress.

Gov. Butch Otter gets jump on road funding Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Gov. Butch Otter is taking a second shot at raising more money for roads. Otter is planning a series of public meetings across the state to build support for legislation that would increase funding for the Idaho Transportation Department.

Popkey: Will Obama, Paul newcomers stay engaged? Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:04 MDT
Newcomers to politics held the balance of power at both party conventions. Now, the question is whether they'll stick around.

McClatchy, Pioneer enter into new partnership Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:03 MDT
The Idaho Statesman and the Idaho Press-Tribune in Nampa have agreed to a strategic partnership that will improve the quality of both papers and significantly reduce expenses.

Hauling uncovered loads could cost you Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:03 MDT
Starting this fall, anyone hauling gravel, bark or other loose material in Canyon or Ada County could face a $50 fine if they don't securely cover their load.

Mushroom pickers flock to Boise National Forest Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Morel mushrooms, prized by European chefs, thrive in the scorched ground left behind by last year's forest fires. | GO...

Air Guard members leave for Afghanistan Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Nearly 200 airmen with the 190th Fighter Squadron headed to Afghanistan Tuesday, where they will provide air support for NATO missions in A-10 Warthog fighter jets during a 45-day mission.

Friday is the deadline to pay property taxes Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The second half of your Ada County property tax bill is due Friday, according to the Ada County Treasurer's Office.

Idaho due $3.3 million in federal money for drug ads Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Congress is closer to sending $3.3 million to Idaho, including money for the Idaho Meth Project, as part of the 2009 Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations bill.

Reminder: County property taxes are due Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:11:35 MDT
The Ada County Treasurer's Office is reminding taxpayers that the second half of their 2007 property tax bill is due on or before Friday.

Silak elected to Board of Philanthropy Northwest Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:42:40 MDT
Cathy R. Silak, CEO and president of the Idaho Community Foundation in Boise, is joining the board of directors of Philanthropy Northwest, a Seattle-based group whose mission is to build philanthropic communities in Idaho and five other western states.

Want tickets to the Boise State-Oregon football game? Better be lucky Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
It is the most-anticipated game on Boise State's 2008 football schedule - a nonconference showdown at Oregon in hostile Autzen Stadium. But if Bronco fans want to experience it in person, they will need a little luck.

Review: Idaho Shakespeare Festival's Crucible explores timeless themes Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
When the devil is loosed in Arthur Millers The Crucible, it quickly becomes clear it is not some external force, or mystical entity that attacks the unwary.

Relief for kids with nature-deficit disorder Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Are your kids stuck on the couch suffering from nothing-to-do syndrome? Get them outside this summer with REI's Kids' Passport to Adventure hiking and biking program.

Nonmotorized boat fee debate continues Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Boaters who use canoes, kayaks, driftboats, float tubes and other non-motorized craft could know in July if they will face a proposed fee in next year's legislature.

Dr. Paul Collins: Wearing rings during outdoor activities can be hazardous Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Wearing a ring during outdoors activities can be more dangerous than you think.

Governors work group meets again to discuss boat fees Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:01:17 MDT
Boaters who use canoes, kayaks, driftboats, float tubes and other non-motorized craft could know in July if they will face a proposed fee in next years legislature.

Boise suspect injured during arrest by police K-9 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A 39-year-old Boise man was treated for injuries Monday after a police K-9 was used to assist in his arrest, Boise police said.

Silak joins Philanthropy Northwest board Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Cathy R. Silak, CEO and president of the Idaho Community Foundation in Boise, is joining the board of directors of Philanthropy Northwest, a Seattle-based group whose mission is to build philanthropic communities in Idaho and five other Western states.

Boise mayor hires assistants to help drive city's creation of jobs Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:16:31 MDT
Boise Mayor Dave Bieter has hired two assistants to help drive the city's economic development. Bieter hired John Brunelle and Cece Gassner.

Police arrest 19-year-old suspect in Boise graffiti cases Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A 19-year-old Boise man found lying under a train car that had been freshly painted with graffiti was charged with felony malicious injury to property.

Boise man charged with battery after home break-in Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A 19-year-old Boise man was charged with aggravated battery after police said he broke into a house, beat up a couple and vandalized the man's car Sunday morning.

Boise man kills himself after domestic incident at his North End home Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A 39-year-old man died Sunday night from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head after reportedly beating his wife, threatening her with a knife and holding her and their son hostage in their North End home, Boise police said.

Boise man arrested under railroad car on graffiti charges Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:11:53 MDT
A 19-year-old Boise man caught lying under a train car freshly tagged with graffiti early Monday morning is charged with felony malicious injury to property.

Bonds for Nampa renewal project on hold pending judge's review Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:40:42 MDT
Plans to issue up to $18 million in bonds to fund downtown Nampa renewal projects will remain in limbo for much of the summer.

Pancake Feed, free concert to kick off Meridian Dairy Days Thursday Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:25:05 MDT
The Meridian Chamber of Commerces Pancake Feed and Meridian Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park will begin at 5 p.m. Thursday at Story Park.

Hearing set for August in lawsuit over Canyon County jail project Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Neither side got what it wanted during Tuesday's hearing on a pending lawsuit against county commissioners, but both will have the opportunity to argue their points in August.

Body found in burned car west of Parma Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Canyon County sheriff's officials are investigating the death of a person found inside of a burned car west of Parma Monday.

Opitz crafts memorable debut with Hawks Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:34:24 MDT
Jake Opitz needed one swing of the bat to make a big difference in the Boise Hawks' Northwest League opener Tuesday night.

Idaho will be well represented at trials Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials qualifying ended Sunday, but not before 13 athletes with Idaho ties met automatic or provisional standards for the June 27-July 6 meet at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore.

Borah track standout Nielsen honored with Gatorade award Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Borah High's Nicole Nielsen was named the Gatorade Idaho Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year on Tuesday.

Idaho men's assistant Burns leaves for job at San Diego Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
MOSCOW - Idaho assistant men's basketball coach Mike Burns has accepted a position as an assistant on Bill Grier's staff at the University of San Diego.

Murphy: A bird's-eye view from Hawks' opener Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
As another professional baseball season starts in the Treasure Valley, some observations from the Boise Hawks' season opener. | GO... Photo Gallery: Boise Hawks season opener

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