News money 2008-04-29 Andanh.com

Former employee sues Stinker Stations Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Stinker Station chain of gasoline stations is being sued on grounds that it is trying to withhold retirement benefits from its current and former employees.

Otter's trip to Cuba failed to bring home the bacon Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
In the year since Gov. Butch Otter went on a trade mission to Cuba, the only new exports the state has sent to the island nation are a handful of signed baseballs, Boise Hawks jerseys, and cowboy books the governor brought as gifts for his hosts. | GO...

9:01 a.m. -- IRS warns Internet users about bogus e-mail messages Fri, 18 Apr 2008 08:58:19 MDT
An e-mail message about your tax refund could be an attempt at identity theft, IRS officials said Friday.

Boise's Cougar Mountain Software finds success being slow and steady Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Few people recognize the company. But in 1982, long before Boise became a bastion for software companies, Cougar Mountain Software opened its doors. | GO...

Digital switch won't affect CableOne viewers Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Treasure Valley customers who get their TV shows from CableOne will not have to worry about losing the use of their old analog TVs when stations start broadcasting only in digital signals next year.

TechIdaho: Parting thoughts from Ken Dey Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
I wrap up my second tour at the Idaho Statesman on Friday. By next week, I'll be the new public relations coordinator at St. Luke's Regional Medical Center.

Help available for those who must file return to get rebate Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Free tax preparation is still available for taxpayers who normally don't file a tax return but must do so this year to receive their stimulus checks.

Your business community Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
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Labor-law poster purchasers are entitled to refunds Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Idaho business owners who bought labor-law posters from Compliance Documents LLC, a Connecticut company, are entitled to a refund, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said.

4:21 p.m. -- Labor-law poster dealer agrees to make refunds to Idaho customers Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:22:23 MDT
Idaho business owners who bought labor-law posters from Compliance Documents LLC, a Connecticut company, are entitled to a refund, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said.

4:16 p.m. -- SuperValu profits rise despite bargain-hunting shoppers Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:19:03 MDT
The grocer Supervalu, which owns Albertsons supermarkets in Idaho, said Thursday that fourth-quarter profits jumped 30 percent, despite bargain-hunting shoppers who are being squeezed by food inflation.

Tamarack will shut down Boise office Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Tamarack CEO Jean-Pierre Boespflug told the Idaho Statesman that the move will effect 20 employees. Eight employees will continue to work for the resort remotely or from their homes, but the remainder will be laid off.

Idaho Power lowers rate proposal Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Idaho Power customers rates will not be increasing as much as expected because of the utility's annual power cost adjustment.

A-1 Plumbing founder will stay on to help plumbing company expand Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
After 25 years, Dan Long, president of A-1 Plumbing & Emergency Rooter and Idaho's 2008 Small Businessman of the Year, is starting to wind down his career.

Starting Up: When starting a business, focus on teamwork and motivation Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
College students usually have enough to worry about with studying for classes, working and participating in extracurricular activities. But two years ago, a group of us thought we could take on a business.

Lotterman: Farmers manage scarce resources Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Most farmers have not taken microeconomics. But they know how to use scarce resources better than any Ph.D. economist.

What's new: Puffy Mondaes opens fiber arts studio in Nampa Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Puffy Mondaes, a fiber store specializing in organic and fair trade products, is holding a grand opening event on Saturday to showcase the new Puffy Mondaes Fiber Art Studio in Nampa. Also, Js International and Gold's Gym have joined forces for the pre-launch of Js (pronounced juice) Antioxidant, a new antioxidant beverage developed by Js International headquartered in Meridian.

U.S. Geothermal stock now trading on AMEX Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
U.S. Geothermal Inc., a Boise energy development company, said its common stock began trading on the American Stock Exchange Wednesday under the trading symbol "HTM."

World Trade Day will be May 7 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The U.S. Commercial Service and The Idaho Export Council World will sponsor World Trade Day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 7 at The Grove Hotel, 245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise.

Eagle Ventures to acquire GetFon Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Eagle Ventures International Inc. of Eagle has reached a preliminary agreement to acquire GetFon LLC, a provider of enterprise and residential Internet telephone services in Mexico.

7:30 p.m. -- Hecla chief says Alaska mine purchase will 'transform our company' Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:30:00 MDT
Hecla Mining Company said Thursday that it has bought for $750 million the

7 p.m. -- Eagle company buys Mexican Internet-telephone company Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:00:00 MDT
Eagle Ventures International Inc., of Eagle, has reached a preliminary

The week in business Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
TUESDAY, APRIL 22

N. Idaho man finds new life with rags Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
POST FALLS - Discarded cotton clothing, brown paper bags and a fierce work ethic are turning dreams into dollars for Nick Johnson.

Micron unveils DRAM joint venture Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Micron Technology has entered into a joint venture that will convert its partner's Taiwan plant to 300-millimeter technology, thereby increasing DRAM production while lowering its costs by spreading its R&D costs over more units.

Boise firm wins $95 million contract to make locomotives for Maryland transit authority Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A Boise locomotive manufacturer has won a $95 million contract to build 26 commuter trains for the Maryland Transit Administration, the company said Monday.

Builders get help in building green Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Building Contractors Association of Southwestern Idaho has adopted a new program to provide resources to builders who want to incorporate earth-friendly practices into their projects.

Landscapers back in business after judge lifts order Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A judge has lifted an order banning a Nampa landscaping contractor and its owners from doing business in Idaho.

Lotterman: How safe is your job? It depends on how essential it is Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Some people are more exposed to the harsh winds of a recession than others. The difference often lies in what economists call "income elasticity of demand," which measures how much people's willingness to buy a given good or service varies with their income.

Youth job fair comes to Centennial High on May 10 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT

Time Warner will provide Cable One's Internet network Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Cable One has awarded Time Warner Telecom Inc. a $2.5 million contract to serve as the primary Internet network provider for its Boise systems.

Spend that stimulus money locally, Buy Idaho urges Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Buy Idaho, a Boise nonprofit that promotes Idaho products and services, is encouraging all Idahoans to buy Idaho products with their rebate checks from the U.S. government stimulus payout.

Housing conference scheduled for today at the civic center Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Housing professionals, property owners, government officials, nonprofits and others are invited to attend the 2008 Fair Housing Conference from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St. S., Nampa.

11:36 a.m. -- House, Senate pass one-week farm bill extension Thu, 24 Apr 2008 11:43:54 MDT
WASHINGTON Congress passed a one-week extension of current farm law Thursday, defying President Bush by trying to find agreement on a new bill.

Idaho investigates annuity sales Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Insurance and annuity sales targeting Idaho's senior citizens have prompted state investigations and the recovery of nearly $700,000 for customers so far this year, state officials say.

'Dinners Ready' offers prepared meals you can assemble or have delivered Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Dinners Ready! Meridian offers healthy prepared main dish meals, salads, side dishes and features desserts by Royal Bakery in Meridian. My Neighborhood Savings, a free bi-monthly direct mail family business guide, will be delivered to Meridian residents beginning today.

Starting Up: Setting value of young company is more art than science Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
As a venture capitalist, one question I get asked all the time is "How do you value an early-stage company?" The truth is that there really aren't many tools.

11:01 a.m. -- Ada County building earns eco certification Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:02:44 MDT
Ada County's new Weed, Pest and Mosquito Abatement Facility has earned an Earth Week kudos LEED® Silver Certification for its green building elements.

Ruling could cost Micron millions Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Micron Technology has been handed another setback in its bid to avoid paying hundreds of millions in back royalties to Rambus Inc. for alleged patent infringement.

Growers hope tactics saved much of Valley fruit crop Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Treasure Valley fruit growers say they are optimistic that their orchards weathered the frigid temperatures of Sunday and Monday nights.

Scam alert: Wipe personal data from PC before donating it Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
We're spending time this month talking about identity theft and the best way to protect your name and personal information. Let's spend a few moments on our personal computers.

Transactions Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Bodo Condo LLC has purchased a 1,982-square-foot office condominium at 398 S. 9th St. Kevin McGowan, CCIM, MBA, of Thornton Oliver Keller represented the seller, and John Holland of Holland Realty represented the buyer.

3:51 p.m. -- Wheat stocks fall in Idaho, elsewhere as demand, prices climb Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:53:11 MDT
Even though grain bins in Idaho and throughout the country are nearly empty, U.S. consumers are not likely to experience the food shortages seen elsewhere in the world, a wheat-industry official says.

Idaho wages rose faster than national average in 2006 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:43:08 MDT
A federal report released Thursday shows that most Idaho counties saw their wages increase faster than the national average during 2006.

Agribusiness to shutter Nampa operations Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:00:00 MDT
Syngenta, a Switzerland-based agribusiness with facilities in Nampa and Twin Falls, announced Thursday plans to build a seed processing facility in Pasco, Wash., and move its sweet corn and vegetable seed processing out of Nampa.

Idaho growers see role for spuds in food crisis Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
As commodity prices rise, the lowly potato could help feed a hungry world. Idaho's potato industry thinks its products can help.

Treasure Valley retailers pin hopes on tax rebates Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
YOUR ECONOMIC STIMULUS CHECK IS COMING SOON - AND TREASURE VALLEY BUSINESSES HOPE YOU'LL SPEND IT WITH THEM.

Hoping for a break on your home assessment, property tax bill? Don't count on it Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:03 MDT
The real estate slump in the Treasure Valley may not lead to reduced property taxes. Homeowners in most of Ada and Canyon counties probably will see little or no change in their assessments, the county assessors say. | GO...

Labor Department plans Idaho seminars Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The state Labor Department is inviting Idaho employers and their representatives to attend free seminars on controlling unemployment insurance costs and to get the latest information on state wage and hour and unemployment insurance laws.

Saint Al's to delay pay raises for 3,000 workers Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Saint Al's will put off pay increases for its employees, saying supplies cost more and the number of patients who can't pay their bills is increasing, among other things.

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