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University of Idaho launches dairy education program for elementary students
MOSCOW — The University of Idaho Extension has introduced a new educational program aimed at teaching elementary school students about the state’s dairy industry and how milk and other dairy products are produced. The curriculum, called Dairy in a Box, was developed for students in third through sixth grades and includes six lessons covering dairy farming, milk production and the role of dairy in Idaho’s agricultural economy. Matt Fisher, a University of Idaho Extension educator specializing in 4-H, collaborated with Dairy West to develop the program, which includes flashcards, posters, storybooks, lesson plans, quizzes and hands-on activities. The lessons align with Idaho’s educational standards in language arts, mathematics, social studies and science. Teachers can also adjust the activities to accommodate different grade levels. Idaho ranks third nationally in milk production, with milk sales generating an estimated $3.85 billion in revenue in 2025, according to a report by University of Idaho Extension agricultural economists. “We have more cows in Idaho than people, and a lot of them are dairy cows,” Fisher said. “My job was to bring this commodity in Idaho to the attention of youth and let them know that we’re more than just potatoes.” The curriculum introduces students to
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School districts consider energy drink bans due to teen health risks
SPOKANE, Wash. -- For some people, they need to crack open an energy drink or two to get through the day. They are a popular choice for middle school and high school kids, but there is a concern over the health risks these drinks pose.
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Mead High School football program under investigation over bullying, hazing allegations
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Faculty surprised as BOT slashed 9 degrees from EWU
This summer, Eastern Washington University cut multiple degree programs while most students and faculty were away from campus. EWU Provost Lorenzo Smith had established metrics to evaluate which programs would be slashed, partly resting on an assumption that a program must graduate 10 students on average over the previous five years to be considered for retention. The following programs fell below the threshold:
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Pullman High School Football In 3-Way Tie Breaker Monday Night In Spokane For 2 Playoff Spots
Pullman High School football will battle for one of two playoff spots up for grabs Monday night in Spokane during a three-way tie breaker competition. The Greyhounds, Rogers and East Valley are tied for 2nd place in the GSL 2A. Only two of those teams can make the playoffs. PHS...
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Columbia-Hunters vs Cusick | High School Football Highlights 10/30/26
CUSICK, Wash. — Cusick closed out the regular season undefeated in league play Friday night, rolling past Columbia 66-26 in a foggy matchup at home. The Panthers finished 7-0 in league games and now turn their attention to the postseason. Columbia got on the scoreboard first in the highlights...
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Senior Night Sweep Leads Loggers Over River Otters
TACOMA, Wash. -- A senior night sweep of Lewis & Clark was exactly what the doctor ordered, as the Loggers took down the River Otters 3-0 on Halloween. Nine seniors were honored during the Loggers' final home game of the season, as Mia Fedota, Viviann Garcia, Lauren Ly, Nicolette Raduziner, Amelia Reed, Hattie Villegas, Alexis Higgins, Samantha Keightley, and Aubrey Tanner were honored for their contributions to Puget Sound.
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Jenkins (Chewelah) vs Davenport | High School Football Highlights 10/30/26
DAVENPORT, Wash. — Davenport closed out the regular season with a 30-14 victory over Jenkins on Friday, extending its winning streak to six games heading into the playoffs. The Gorillas, who went undefeated in league play during the regular season, found themselves in a back-and-forth battle with the Cougars.