News 2008-06-29 Andanh.com

Warming world prompts change Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Climate change has forced business and industry to rethink the way humans interact with the planet, but now environmentalists are coming to terms with the fact that the realities of global warming challenge many of their long-held beliefs.

Meeting set to pick District 23 candidates Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:04 MDT
Five candidates have expressed an interest in the District 23 Senate seat left open by the death of Sen. Tom Gannon of Buhl.

Symmonds wins 800-meter semifinal, moves on Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:03 MDT
Boise native Nick Symmonds is one step away from running the 800 meters at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.

Deer Flat group collects tales for history project Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge and the man-made lake it surrounds have been vital parts of Canyon County for nearly a century, but much of their history is largely untold. A new project aims to change that, researching refuge history and installing a historical interpretive trail across the upper dam.

July Fourth volunteers needed at park Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Organizers of the Fourth of July fireworks show in Ann Morrison Park are still looking for volunteers to assist with information, security, parking and traffic and maintaining trash receptacles.

Idaho Power seeks rate hike Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Idaho Power Co. has asked for another base rate increase of nearly 10 percent but will still have among the lowest electric rates in the nation.

Scientists experiment with tracking wolves by recording howls Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:02 MDT
This summer researchers are testing out a new way to monitors wolves in Idaho. | GO... • Video: Howlbox field testing

How are things going at the Capitol? Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Legislators will be back in the restored and expanded capitol building for the new session in 2010. The building and grounds are still under wraps. Here's a look inside at some of the progress. | GO... • Video: Statehouse construction

Military Appreciation Day honors veterans and personnel Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Most of the time it matters what branch of the military you happened to serve in. But on Saturday, it didn't matter where or when you served. You and your family had an invitation to Military Appreciation Day. | GO...

Work on Caldwell's Franklin interchange almost done Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Motorists should expect delays in Caldwells Franklin interchange area Monday while a new traffic signal and overpass lanes are prepared for opening that evening, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.

Charter school for home educators plans meetings Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Idaho Distance Education Academy, a K-12 statewide charter school that delivers public school curriculum and professional guidance to home educators, will hold meetings for prospective parents at 7 p.m. July 10 and 1 p.m. July 22.

Zimo: Use your computer to beef up birding skills Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Bird watching is fun, but it can be frustrating. There's a CD-ROM ("Guide to Birds of North America") that makes it a little easier.

Boise Fire Department responds to fire at Marriott Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:16:54 MDT
Boise Fire Department responded to a two-alarm fire at the Marriott Hotel at 222 S. Broadway on Saturday morning after smoke was reported. There were no injuries and no major structural damage.

Treasure Valley God and Country Festival will be Wednesday Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The 41st annual Treasure Valley God and Country Festival will be held Wednesday outdoors at the Idaho Center in Nampa.

Murphy: With wave of injuries caused by broken bats, is it time to turn maple into ash? Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The crack of the bat is as pure a sound as there is in baseball, part of the lure of a day at the ballpark.

CFL boasts several players with Idaho ties Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Canadian Football League's regular season kicked off Thursday, and at least five players with Idaho ties were on the rosters as action got under way.

Allen's four TDs help Burn break Fever Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Much has been made of the Boise Burn's roster turnover. Since the season began in early April, injuries, suspensions and other factors have forced Boise coach Lee Leslie to insert 40 different players into the lineup.

arenafootball2 National Conference playoff picture Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Eight teams from each conference qualify for the af2 playoffs: The three division winners and the teams with the five best remaining records. Here is how the National Conference playoff picture looks after Saturday's games:

Yakima beats up on Hawks 14-0 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Things didn't go the Boise Hawks' way from the beginning of the game Saturday night - and then they got worse.

Boise High grad Scott qualifies sixth for Craftsman Truck race Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:14:29 MDT
Boise High graduate Brian Scott qualified sixth with a speed of 117.243 mph Saturday for Saturday night's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series O'Reilly 200 at Memphis Motorsports Park in Memphis, Tenn.

Borah hires Jeremy Dovel to lead track and field program Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:55:35 MDT
Jeremy Dovel is the new varsity track and field coach at Borah High, the Boise School District announced Friday.

Our view: The greenhouse gas debate is over. It's time for action. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Maybe it's time to stop thinking in terms of Idaho's carbon footprint.

Letters to the editor: Gas prices, energy and the environment Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
I'd like to comment on President Bush's latest blunder - giving the green light to oil companies to basically abuse what remains of the polar bear population up north.

Insider: Find out what it's like to work on a political campaign Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:05:53 MDT
Working on a campaign during an election year can be a heady experience. Find out what it's really like from a political insider.

Diane Ronayne: Panel exchanges tips for all kinds of writing Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Columnist Diane Ronayne writes about writing, a new book called "The Treasure Called Tubbs Hill," and Cabin camps for kids.

How does your garden grow? Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Tell us, in 50 words or less, how big your garden is, what you grow, how you grow it and what kind of yield you expect, and we may feature you in a series of coming profiles of gardeners and their gardens.

Are you proud of your tattoos? Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Send us a photo and we'll put it in an online photo gallery (no profanity and nothing you wouldn't want your grandmother to see, please.)

Hax: Don't pull any punches when you're in love Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
On falling for a friend

Treasure Hunt: The Belle District in Nampa has a lot to offer Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Belle District in Nampa has a lot to offer - shopping, eating, drinking - and a little bit of history.

What's new at your local library Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Adult graphic novel. For Asian-American adults living in San Francisco, there are many ways in and out of friendships and love. This book has a black and white, nicely illustrated reality that gives unique perspective to adults trying to understand what and with whom they want to be when they finally grow up.

Marie Galyean: Lions roar a chili challenge to area groups Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Nampa is in its annual frenzy, getting ready for Snake River Dayz, which kick off July 10 with the Kiwanis Steak Fry in Lakeview Park and run through July 15-19 with the Snake River Stampede Rodeo.

A Month of Art - Hailey (Festivals & Events) Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 MST
July 2008 is dedicated to arts. Several new events are happening including: Art on the Streets, which partners local area artists with businesses in a month-long exhibition of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculpture. Additionally, Mon., July 14 is A Night of Music, with over a dozen restaurants and bars hosting free, live musical events from 4 to 9 p.m. The Artists Market, occurs weekly on Thursdays as part of the summer Farmers Market, and the monthly Gallery Walk. Every Wednesday night throughout the summer, free live music can be enjoyed outdoors through the Back Alley parties at the Wicked Spud, which benefit a different local non-profit every week. Other art events routinely take place in Hailey, such as performances at the Liberty Theater, exhibitions and programs at the Sun Valley Center for the Arts in Hailey, and live performances during the annual 4th of July WeekHailey Days of the Old West occuring Fri., July 4 through Sun., July 6, 2008. July 1-Aug. 1.

Violet - Company of Fools (On Stage) Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 MST
The Summer Fools Festival features three shows in rotating repertory. Set in 1964 in the Deep South during the early days of the Civil Rights Movement, "Violet" follows the growth and enlightenment of a young woman accidentally scarred by her father. In hopes that a TV evangelist can cure her, she embarks on a journey by bus from her sleepy North Carolina town to Oklahoma. Along the way, she meets a young black soldier who teaches her about beauty, love, courage and what it means to be an outsider. One of the most acclaimed off-Broadway shows of the '90s, "Violet" astounded critics and audiences with its powerful story, its energetic, toe-tapping gospel, rock, country, and rhythm and blues score by Jeanine Tesori and its well-crafted book and lyrics by Brian Crawley. July 1-Aug. 3.

Celebrating a century Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Nice day for a swim Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Panhandle education corridor starts at UI Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Kling's lets go Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

A century in the forest Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Wal-Mart foes drop appeal plans Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Keeping the doctor away Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Young and old enjoy Craigmont tradition Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Pianist to play free concert in Pullman Wednesday evening Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Happenings Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Exhibit will honor Lincoln's Idaho ties Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

This week's meetings Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Accident closes state highway west of Colfax Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Records Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Quotes of the week Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

WEB EXTRA: Tree-sitters hang on, 18 months in Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

TIMELINE: Since 1980 ... Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

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