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Steelheads fall to Mavericks in Game 1
The Idaho Steelheads fell into an early hole in Game 1 of the Mountain Division Finals and never recovered as the Kansas City Mavericks took the best-of-seven series opener 4-2 on Saturday in Independence, Missouri. The Mavericks, who won the Brabham Cup for the best regular season record, scored their first goal with just over five minutes left in the first period and led 4-0 just over five minutes into the second period. Patrick Kudla and Jake Murray both had third period goals for Idaho to cut the deficit. Idaho goalie Bryan Thomson stopped 29 of 33 shots he faced. Game 2 is Sunday afternoon in Missouri.
Brady Robinson strikes out 15 to lead Borah to district tourney win
MERIDIAN — Borah’s ace stepped up when they needed him most. Entering the 5A District III tournament, the Lions had lost five of their last seven games. With the postseason underway, it served as a chance for Borah to have a fresh start in a new season. Brady Robinson led the charge for the Lions in the district quarterfinals against Boise. The junior pitcher struck out 15 batters, issued no...
Campaign sign complaints part of Ada County Commissioner race
Two candidates are facing off for Ada County Commissioner — and facing off over campaign signs. Incumbent Ryan Davidson and challenger Clyde Dornier are running as Republicans in District 1. But recently, Dornier’s campaign filed two complaints against Davidson for reusing 2020 campaign signs paid for by a political action committee that didn’t endorse Davidson this time around. An Idaho Secretary of State’s Office spokesperson said the complaints were regarding state statute 67-6614A, which discusses campaign contributions and expenditures. ...
Nampa police arrest six gang members in connection to 2022 murder
The Nampa Police Department has arrested six local gang members on several charges as the result of a September 2022 murder of 23-year-old Caldwell resident Joe “Joey” Flores. According to a news release from the NPD, Flores was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire during a shooting incident derived from a gang dispute in a restaurant parking lot in the 2100 block of North Cassia Street in Nampa. Nampa...
SOFTBALL DISTRICTS: Bulk of tournament play begins next week
Just as baseball wraps up it’s regular season, softball follows suit with district tournaments beginning early next week. A few preliminary games will take place Saturday. The district tournaments will wrap up next week ahead of the state tournaments May 16-18. Here’s a look at each district bracket. 5A ...
Steelheads open series against Mavericks as rare underdogs
BOISE — It’s been a while since the Idaho Steelheads have entered a Kelly Cup playoff series as an underdog. With last year’s record-breaking regular season, and a couple of postseasons disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s been five years to be exact. But that’s just the situation the Steelheads find themselves in now, as they enter the Mountain Division Finals Series as the lower seed to the Kansas City Mavericks, winners of the Brabham Cup for best regular season record. ...
‘I’ve got their back’: Governor, superintendent endorse legislative candidates
Originally published May 2 on IdahoEdNews.org. Idaho’s statewide leaders are throwing their weight behind allies in competitive races ahead of this month’s primary election. Gov. Brad Little, Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield and Attorney General Raúl Labrador in recent weeks have endorsed candidates in legislative and local contests. It’s...
Annual Idaho Gives event raises over $4 million for charitable nonprofits
The annual Idaho Gives event, which ended Thursday, this year raised a record $4.2 million, according to a news release from Idaho Nonprofit Center. In four days, Idahoans plus donors from all over the world gave $4,214,099 to support the state’s nonprofit organizations. Kevin Bailey, CEO of the Idaho Nonprofit Center, shared the importance of this milestone: “We had been on the cusp of the $4 million mark since 2020....
Boise ordinance likely unconstitutional, court order says
The city of Boise’s ordinance that restricts the use of megaphones is likely unconstitutional, according to an April 29 district court order in the Sierra Club’s lawsuit challenging several Boise noise ordinances. The national nonprofit’s lawsuit, filed April 2, alleges that Boise’s noise ordinance has been selectively applied, pointing to instances in which police arrested or cited people who were protesting police killings and anti-abortion legislation. The Sierra Club said in the suit it has censored itself due to “fear of enforcement.” ...
Little highlights school facilities bill, Idaho Launch, indicates more might be needed on abortion laws in review of 2024 session
BOISE — Gov. Brad Little highlighted big investments made in education, namely school facilities and Idaho Launch this year, but said next year he hopes to add school counselors to address student mental health needs. Little reflected on the 2024 legislative session, including discussing Idaho’s abortion bans, fentanyl, school choice, and other topics during an event with reporters Thursday. He said this year the Legislature was so “laser focused” on...
Amid national blood shortage, Greenleaf students strive to make a difference
GREENLEAF — The Red Cross set up in the Greenleaf Friends Academy cafeteria, drawing blood from donors as the student organizers chatted among themselves. Hosted in the school’s cafeteria on Thursday, the students organized a day-long blood drive, motivated to contribute to their community. Lidia Ovalle, student president of the Spenser House, took on the blood drive as one of her final community projects before graduation. The Spenser House is...
Former senator challenges Mountain Home incumbent in primary
District 8 Senate incumbent Geoff Schroeder will face former legislator Christy Zito in the May Republican Primary. The candidates have opposing views about recent Idaho GOP politics and how to vote to best represent their district. Schroeder, 58, completed one term in the Idaho Senate, and believes his experience as an attorney and city prosecutor help him evaluate bills and their consequences. The Mountain Home resident said he’s a member...
DAYBELL TRIAL: Kay Woodcock, Daybell family members testify
BOISE — Several witnesses testified during the Chad Daybell trial court proceedings on Thursday, including J.J. Vallow’s grandmother and several members of the Daybell family. On Day 15 of the trial, witnesses discussed the search for J.J. and the sudden death of Tammy Daybell, Chad’s late wife. Daybell is charged with conspiracy to commit murder, first-degree murder, insurance fraud and grand theft in connection to the deaths of 16-year-old Tylee...
Steelheads defense gets boost with return of Barteaux
BOISE — For the Idaho Steelheads, the return of Dawson Barteaux came at the perfect time. As Idaho gets set to take on the high-powered Kansas City Mavericks in the Mountain Division Finals, the defenseman who played a key role in last season’s Kelly Cup Finals runs returns following five months of playing with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League. “I think what we have here is pretty...
BASEBALL DISTRICTS: How each bracket looks ahead of tournament play
It’s time to crown some baseball district champions. The regular season comes to a close this week, setting the table for the district tournaments to begin this weekend. The district championship games take place later next week with the state tournaments beginning May 16. Here’s a rundown of each district bracket. 5A ...
Broncos add 7-foot Arizona transfer Anderson
For the second day in a row, the Boise State men’s basketball team picked up a highly decorated player from the transfer portal. Boise State on Thursday announced the addition of Arizona transfer Dylan Anderson, a 7-foot forward, who was a two-time Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year in high school. Anderson will have three years of eligibility remaining when he comes to the Broncos. The signing comes a day...
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