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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.

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Early birds and bunching for year-end tax planning

Early birds and bunching for year-end tax planning

  • Idaho Community Foundation

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

  • Idaho Transportation Department

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.

Farewell to College of Technology dean Jerry Anhorn

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Idaho State University’s College of Technology announces the retirement of Dean Gerald (Jerry) Anhorn and invites faculty and staff to a summer picnic farewell event.

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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.

      Idaho students make gains in early literacy, ISAT scores

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      Idaho’s 2026 results show rising K-3 literacy and ISAT proficiency, with notable gains in math, English, science and among vulnerable student groups.

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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.

        Get help preparing your fall courses at the ITRC

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        The Instructional Technology Resource Center offers open drop-in hours and Zoom support to help faculty finalize fall courses, including syllabi, gradebooks and Canvas.

        Update on network status for Portneuf Medical Center

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        Portneuf Health and Regence BlueShield of Idaho reached a long-term agreement restoring in-network access, retroactive to June 15, 2026, for Southeast Idaho patients.

        Extension of university spending restrictions

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        • Idaho State University Twin Falls

        The Office of Finance extends existing central fund spending restrictions into FY2027 in response to declining enrollment and pending financial impact analysis.

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        Overnight repaving at Ten Mile Interchange begins

        Overnight repaving at Ten Mile Interchange begins

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        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.

        Snake River quagga mussel sampling shows continued decline

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        • Idaho State Department of Agriculture

        ISDA sampling shows a 77% drop in Snake River quagga mussel veligers, supporting continued eradication efforts and new multiphase treatment planned for August.

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        Night work begins on US-20 north of Sugar City

        Night work begins on US-20 north of Sugar City

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        Nighttime repairs to U.S. Highway 20 north of Sugar City will run 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through mid-September, with lane reductions and a pause over Labor Day weekend.

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        All lanes reopen at SH-16 and SH-44 intersection

        All lanes reopen at SH-16 and SH-44 intersection

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        All lanes have reopened at the SH-16 and SH-44 intersection in Star after an overnight traffic shift, as crews completed striping delayed by wet pavement.

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        Work continues at I-84 Garrity Interchange ramps

        Work continues at I-84 Garrity Interchange ramps

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        I-84 Garrity Interchange eastbound ramp will reopen, followed by a weekend closure of the westbound off-ramp at Exit 38 for scheduled pavement maintenance work.

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        Bunching charitable gifts for year-end tax planning

        Bunching charitable gifts for year-end tax planning

        • Idaho Community Foundation

        Advisors can use charitable contribution bunching and donor-advised funds, appreciated securities, and QCDs to help clients optimize year-end tax planning.

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        Pilot car operations tonight on SH-55 near Banks

        Pilot car operations tonight on SH-55 near Banks

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        State Highway 55 near Banks will reopen to one-lane traffic with flaggers and a pilot car at 8 p.m., with delays expected due to ongoing fire operations.

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        Mitch Watkins named new Idaho Transportation Board chairman

        Mitch Watkins named new Idaho Transportation Board chairman

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        Twin Falls businessman Mitch Watkins will succeed Bill Moad as Idaho Transportation Board chairman, leading state transportation policy and oversight starting Aug. 19-20.

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        US 12 near Greer expected to fully reopen tonight

        US 12 near Greer expected to fully reopen tonight

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        U.S. Highway 12 west of Greer is expected to fully reopen at 8 p.m. after Mile Marker 50 Fire closures; drivers should use caution and check Idaho 511.

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        Lane closed on SH-55 near Banks during wildfire response

        Lane closed on SH-55 near Banks during wildfire response

        • Idaho Transportation Department

        State Highway 55 near Banks is reduced to one lane with a pilot car directing traffic to support wildfire response, and drivers are advised to expect delays.

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        Fish salvage order issued for Oakley Reservoir anglers

        Fish salvage order issued for Oakley Reservoir anglers

        • Magic Valley Regional Office - Idaho Fish and Game

        Idaho Fish and Game issued a salvage order for Oakley Reservoir from Aug. 13 to Nov. 1, 2026, allowing anglers to harvest fish before the reservoir is dewatered.

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