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Latah County to hold recount after thousands of ballots went unreported on Election Day

An initial review showed the additional ballots do not change the outcomes of any races, according to a news release from the secretary of state’s office.

Astronaut Scott Kelly encourages CDA students to embrace failure

“What is a little bit unique to my story compared to other astronauts is that when I was your age, I was not a good student,” said Kelly, who was invited to Coeur d’Alene to deliver the Idaho Humanities Council’s Distinguished Humanities Lecture.

Dig it: U of I unearths local history, creates community connections

The University of Idaho’s archeological program provides students with real-world experience, real archeological findings and local engagement.

Moscow’s unusual school levy draws support, skepticism

A $65.6 million plant-facility levy proposal kicks off the first phase of a decade-long plan to convert the district’s middle school into a high school. Some say the upgrades are overdue. Others are skeptical.

Lakeland paid nearly $160k to end superintendent’s tenure

The board chair says a settlement allowed Lakeland to avoid more expensive litigation. Rusty Taylor said he took the settlement so the district could move on and best serve students.

Lake Pend Oreille launches career technical center at Sandpoint High School

The new building was made possible by a $3.5 million grant from the Idaho Career Ready Students program, along with support from community partners.

Priest River forestry teacher turns vision into new student shop

The new facility gives students hands-on access to tools and training tied to the region’s natural-resource industries.

A ‘seamless’ transition: NIC, LC State create path from associate to bachelor’s degree

Students will be admitted to both institutions at once and gain access to financial aid, advising and other resources as they work toward a four-year degree.

Green to step down as U of I president

C. Scott Green’s departure, effective June 30, marks a transition at the state’s land-grant university, and sets the stage for another high-stakes Idaho presidential search.

North Idaho superintendents, Critchfield press case for funding changes

School leaders also stressed the need for supplemental levies ahead of the November election at a chamber meeting Tuesday.