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At UN, Mining Groups Tout Protections for Indigenous People
The Good Men Project - California
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June 17, 2025
By Anna V. Smith, High Country News This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. This story is published through the Indigenous News Alliance. In mid-April, the Trump administration cleared the way for...
Idaho grocer to pay $250K in penalties for employing 6 minors to clean meat slicers, grinders, other hazardous duties
U.S. Department of Labor
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June 16, 2025
TWIN FALLS, ID – The U.S. Department of Labor has reached an agreement with a south-central Idaho grocery store requiring the employer to pay $250,833 in civil money penalties, $5,078 in back wages and damages, and take steps to ensure future...
Boise Realtors eye potential summer rebound as market shifts towards buyers' favor
IdahoNews
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BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Despite higher interest rates, mortgage application numbers ticked up across the country in recent weeks following multiple weeks of decline. Home sales numbers released by the Boise Regional Realtors showed a lackluster...
Make Agriculture Great Again trade wins: President Trump secures greater Ag market access in Brazil, Thailand, Vietnam
Lassen County Times - California
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June 16, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced American agricultural producers will have greater market access to Thailand and Vietnam and maintained access to Brazil. Brooke Rollins, U.S. secretary of agriculture.The Trump...
Value of New Boise Contracts Project to Climb 10% in 2025
Engineering News Record
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June 17, 2025
Wayne Hammon Executive Director AGC of Idaho Idaho’s economy continues to perform exceptionally well, and the construction industry is reaping the benefits, says Hammon. “Nowhere is this momentum more visible than in Boise, where tower cranes...
Lowest-paying jobs in Idaho Falls
KMVU FOX26 - Oregon
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Lowest-paying jobs in Idaho Falls Uncertainty clouds the current job market. On one hand, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports unemployment rates at 4.2% as of May 2025—and that hasn't changed much in the past year, a typical indicator of a...
Lowest-paying jobs in Boise
KMVU FOX26 - Oregon
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Lowest-paying jobs in Boise Uncertainty clouds the current job market. On one hand, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports unemployment rates at 4.2% as of May 2025—and that hasn't changed much in the past year, a typical indicator of a positive...
Tony Park was a genuine soul and an Idaho champion of the rule of law
Idaho Education News - Idaho
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June 16, 2025
About four years ago, I made a decision that enriched the lives of four elderly Idaho lawyers. I invited Tony Park to join a weekly lunch trio at Eddie’s Restaurant on Overland Rd. with Wayne Kidwell, Duff McKee and me. He agreed, making it a...
Questcorp Mining
Investing News Network
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June 16, 2025
Investor Insight With a tight capital structure, experienced management and strategic gold and copper project locations near major past-producing mines, Questcorp is well-positioned to deliver discovery-driven growth to investors. Overview...
Free breakfast and prizes available at Fall River Electric’s annual Energy Expo
East Idaho News
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June 17, 2025
The following is a news release from Fall River Electric. ASHTON – Fall River Electric Cooperative’s annual Energy Expo and business meeting for owner-members is set for Saturday, June 21 in Ashton at North Fremont High School and will highlight...
Industry Update: NCBA, PLC Provide Update from Capitol Hill during WSGA summer meeting
Wyoming Livestock Roundup
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June 16, 2025
The third day of the 2025 Wyoming Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show, hosted by the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) in Laramie June 2-4, kicked off with updates from ag agencies and organizations based in the state of Wyoming and...
Idahoans Skip Sanity for Illegal Loud Local Fireworks Shows
Power 105.5 - Idaho
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June 16, 2025
We are less than two weeks away from celebrating our nation's independence. It is a time of parades, barbecues, family gatherings, and insanity in Idaho. Independence Day on the Fourth of July is one of the most dangerous days in our state. Idaho...
Idaho Researchers Collaborate with US Company to Develop Novel Nuclear Fuel to Preserve, Improve Today's Reactors
Newswise
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June 16, 2025
Newswise — Father and son entrepreneurs Mehul and Milan Shah have patented a new nuclear fuel design that could reduce nuclear waste, enhance safety and lower costs for today’s pressurized heavy water reactors. The Shahs — CEO and chief operating...
Boise Cascade appoints SVP
HBS Dealer
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Rob Johnson has been named senior vice president of manufacturing for Boise Cascade's Wood Products division, effective June 16, 2025. This move fills the position previously held by Chris Seymour, who left the organization earlier in June. In...
Micron increases US chip manufacturing investment to $200bn
Data Center Dynamics
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Micron is planning to invest $200 billion to boost chip manufacturing in the US. In a statement announcing the funding, the Department of Commerce said President Donald Trump had secured the investment, and it marked “part of the Trump...
University of Idaho Study Confirms Benefits of Grazing
PNW AG Network - Washington
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June 16, 2025
On Friday, the University of Idaho released the finalized results of its 10-year study looking into the impacts of grazing on greater sage grouse populations. The study concluded that cattle grazing does not negatively impact greater sage grouse...
Idaho Loses 50 Soft Drink Favorites: Is Yours on the list?
Power 105.5 - Idaho
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June 16, 2025
Do you remember a time when smoking, drinking, and eating anything were standard parts of the American lifestyle? If not, perhaps an older sibling or your parents spoke to you of the days when Idahoans weren't aware of the dangers of cigarette...
Power Bank Sold In Idaho Being Recalled For Fire Hazard
103.5 KISS FM - Idaho
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June 16, 2025
It's officially vacation season for people in the Treasure Valley and across America. For many, that means loading up the tank for that summer road trip, while for others, that could mean hopping on a plane to their favorite destination. Essential...
Micron to add second facility to expansion project in Boise
Idaho Business Review
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June 16, 2025
Micron to invest $200B in U.S. semiconductor expansion Second fabrication plant planned at Boise headquarters Project aims to create 90,000 direct and indirect jobs Investments to support AI, automotive, and defense sectors As construction...
Opinion: Clean energy helps Alaska workers and the economy. Congress needs to retain the tax credits.
Anchorage Daily News - Alaska
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Panels at a solar farm operated by Renewable IPP in Willow (Loren Holmes / ADN) I’m proud to represent nearly 200 workers in Alaska as the business manager/secretary-treasurer of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local...