As many of you did, I expected this session of the Idaho Legislature to be over by now. I know that I am ready for it to be over. Ready to breathe a collective sigh of relief and take time to evaluate Read More

If you’ve ever rafted or rowed a drift boat down the 26 miles of the canyon section of the South Fork of the Snake River from Conant Landing to the Heise area east of Idaho Falls with its sweeping cliffs, sightings of Read More

Opinion: It is up to us to give Earth Day meaning Idaho is famous for its beauty and its bounty. From clear blue skies to rich brown soil, the blessings of nature make the Gem State an environmental gem. And like a Read More

Diversity and differences foster learning. Some Idaho legislators gave us a clear picture of how they want our state to look. Their vision actively turns away from good government, democratic values and independent education. This mindset, based on negativity and contempt, squelches Read More

This week the Idaho House passed Senate Bill 1110, a bill already passed in the Senate and designed to make getting citizen initiatives on the ballot practically impossible. In one of the worst legislative sessions ever, and our so-called representatives seem to Read More

There is no better investment for the future of Idaho than an investment in our children. Our state may have some of the lowest taxes in our country, but let’s not forget that those lower taxes come at a substantial cost. That Read More