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Constellation invests $100 million in U.S. beer barley

Constellation invests $100 million in U.S. beer barley

  • Idaho Farm Bureau Federation

Constellation Brands will invest $100 million over five years to support barley and hop growers in Idaho, Montana and North Dakota, bolstering the U.S. beer supply chain.

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U of I names nematologist to first presidential endowed chair

U of I names nematologist to first presidential endowed chair

  • University of Idaho Extension

Erika Consoli joins the University of Idaho as the inaugural Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair for Nematology, supporting nematode management for Idaho growers.

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Idaho DMV extends military CDL waiver to two years

Idaho DMV extends military CDL waiver to two years

  • Idaho Transportation Department

Idaho DMV is extending the Military Skills Test Waiver to two years after separation, helping qualified Veterans use military driving experience toward a CDL.

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Repaving at Garrity Interchange in Nampa begins Friday night

Repaving at Garrity Interchange in Nampa begins Friday night

  • Idaho Transportation Department

The eastbound on-ramp at I-84’s Garrity Interchange in Nampa will close Aug. 21–24 for repaving, with traffic detoured via the Franklin Boulevard Interchange.

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Idaho increases impaired driving enforcement for Labor Day

Idaho increases impaired driving enforcement for Labor Day

  • Idaho Transportation Department

Idaho’s Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement will boost impaired-driving enforcement Aug. 19–Sept. 7 as part of the national Drive Sober campaign.

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Idaho State University hosts Congressman Simpson visit

Idaho State University hosts Congressman Simpson visit

  • Idaho State University Twin Falls

Idaho State University hosted staff from Congressman Mike Simpson’s office to tour key research, health, energy and arts programs and discuss federal funding priorities.

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Alumni tour gatherings at Idaho State University

Alumni tour gatherings at Idaho State University

  • Idaho State University Twin Falls

Alumni tour gatherings invite guests to hear updates from Idaho State, connect with university leaders and alumni, and expand the Bengal community network.

Community News

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Idaho DMV extends military CDL waiver to two years

Idaho DMV extends military CDL waiver to two years

    Idaho DMV is extending the Military Skills Test Waiver to two years after separation, helping qualified Veterans use military driving experience toward a CDL.

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    Repaving at Garrity Interchange in Nampa begins Friday night

    Repaving at Garrity Interchange in Nampa begins Friday night

      The eastbound on-ramp at I-84’s Garrity Interchange in Nampa will close Aug. 21–24 for repaving, with traffic detoured via the Franklin Boulevard Interchange.

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      Idaho increases impaired driving enforcement for Labor Day

      Idaho increases impaired driving enforcement for Labor Day

        Idaho’s Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement will boost impaired-driving enforcement Aug. 19–Sept. 7 as part of the national Drive Sober campaign.

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        Idaho State University hosts Congressman Simpson visit

        Idaho State University hosts Congressman Simpson visit

          Idaho State University hosted staff from Congressman Mike Simpson’s office to tour key research, health, energy and arts programs and discuss federal funding priorities.

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          Alumni tour gatherings at Idaho State University

          Alumni tour gatherings at Idaho State University

            Alumni tour gatherings invite guests to hear updates from Idaho State, connect with university leaders and alumni, and expand the Bengal community network.

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            Early birds and bunching for year-end tax planning

            Early birds and bunching for year-end tax planning

              Learn how bunching charitable gifts and using an Idaho Community Foundation donor-advised fund can maximize year-end tax benefits and support nonprofits.

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              Overnight paving on Kimberly Road starts Aug. 24

              Overnight paving on Kimberly Road starts Aug. 24

                The Idaho Transportation Department will begin five nights of paving on Kimberly Road Aug. 24, with daytime lane reductions and signal upgrades continuing into November.

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                Overnight repaving at Ten Mile Interchange begins

                Overnight repaving at Ten Mile Interchange begins

                  Overnight ramp closures at the Ten Mile Interchange on I-84 in Meridian begin tonight for repaving, with one ramp closed at a time and detours via Exit 44.

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                  CSI baseball adds assistants Caldwell and Webster

                  CSI baseball adds assistants Caldwell and Webster

                    The College of Southern Idaho adds assistants Kelton Caldwell and Bruer Webster to its 2027 baseball coaching staff, bringing extensive playing and coaching experience.

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                    New fan entry process at ICCU Dome for 2026 football season

                    New fan entry process at ICCU Dome for 2026 football season

                      Idaho State announces a new fan entry process and enhanced game day experience at the ICCU Dome for the 2026 football season, including security and access updates.

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                      CSI women’s basketball adds Clark to coaching staff

                      CSI women’s basketball adds Clark to coaching staff

                        The College of Southern Idaho adds former Division I guard Taliyah Clark as a women’s basketball assistant coach for 2026-27 under first-year head coach Brendan Wheeler.

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                        Familiar face joins CSI softball coaching staff

                        Familiar face joins CSI softball coaching staff

                          Nampa native and former NJCAA All-American pitcher Gracie Walters returns to the College of Southern Idaho as an assistant softball coach for the Golden Eagles.

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                          Alumni spotlight: ISU athletes in the NFL

                          Alumni spotlight: ISU athletes in the NFL

                            Idaho State University celebrates its football history by highlighting Bengal alumni and coaches who advanced to NFL careers, plus a 2026-27 ticket offer.

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                            CSI men’s basketball signs Idaho standout Berrett Wilson

                            CSI men’s basketball signs Idaho standout Berrett Wilson

                              CSI men’s basketball has signed Madison High standout Berrett Wilson, a 6-7 guard/forward and two-time 5A Idaho player of the year, for the 2026-27 season.

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                              CSI men’s basketball signs Utah point guard

                              CSI men’s basketball signs Utah point guard

                                College of Southern Idaho men’s basketball has signed Herriman High School point guard Carlo Mulford, a decorated Utah prep star set to join the Golden Eagles.

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                                CSI women’s cross-country earns NJCAA academic honors

                                CSI women’s cross-country earns NJCAA academic honors

                                  College of Southern Idaho women’s cross-country posted a 3.48 team GPA, earned NJCAA academic honors, and helped the team place fifth at nationals.

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                                  August on the Snake River in south central Idaho

                                  August on the Snake River in south central Idaho

                                    Beat South Central Idaho’s August heat on the Snake River near Rupert, Heyburn and Burley with boating, wakesurfing, rentals, scenic views and safety tips.

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                                    Rethinking legacy and local charitable giving

                                    Rethinking legacy and local charitable giving

                                      Explore how Idahoans are rethinking legacy planning to balance gifts to heirs with local charitable giving and long-term support for Idaho communities.

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                                      Global harmony infuses the Bengal nation July 15-18

                                      Global harmony infuses the Bengal nation July 15-18

                                        Idaho State University hosts the Idaho International Choral Festival July 15–18, featuring more than 300 vocalists, free quad concerts, and a Grand Finale Gala.

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                                        America’s 250th birthday and a tradition of generosity

                                        America’s 250th birthday and a tradition of generosity

                                          As America marks its 250th birthday, the article reflects on national generosity, highlighting record U.S. charitable giving and Idaho Community Foundation grants.

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                                          Explore cottage goods and farm stands in southern Idaho

                                          Explore cottage goods and farm stands in southern Idaho

                                            Discover Southern Idaho cottage foods at farm stands, markets and bakeries offering homemade jams, breads, pies, honey and seasonal orchard produce.

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