Idaho Capitol Sun In a roundabout way, the Idaho Board of Medicine addressed some of the controversy surrounding COVID-19 misinformation during a meeting Wednesday. Board attorney Yvonne Dunbar described the board’s jurisdiction and rules for disciplining doctors, physician assistants and others whose licenses it oversees. The Idaho Medical Association recently filed a complaint against Garden City pathologist…… MORE
Rainy weekend expected in Treasure Valley
The weather is about to turn super soggy across much of Idaho this weekend across the northwest. If there is one day that you need to be rain free, that day is today (Thursday). After that, conditions are going to change significantly. Only the highest mountain elevations will see snow at first, but the storm…… MORE
JFAC has not recieved requested McGeachin invoices
The Idaho Legislature’s Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee on Tuesday did not discuss or debate Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin’s supplemental budget request. Instead, JFAC members and staff budget analysts took a deep dive into the state budget and revenue picture, including other supplemental budget requests, during a daylong meeting at the Idaho Capitol. On Monday, several members…… MORE
2021 General Election is November 2nd
We are not far away from the 2021 General Election happening on November 2nd. If you would like to vote using an absentee ballot, the deadline to request one is coming up. Applications for an absentee ballot must be received by your county clerk’s office by Friday, October 22. Your absentee ballot must be dropped…… MORE
Drive-thru Flu and COVID-19 shot clinic
The Idaho Immunization Coalition will host a drive-thru flu and coronavirus shot clinic on Saturday, October 22 from 10am to 2pm. The vaccines will be available at no cost and insurance will be billed when applicable. Idaho State University College of Pharmacy students will be on hand to distribute the vaccines and ensure a safe and enjoyable…… MORE
McGeachin’s office says it can’t find invoices for legal bills
Idaho Capitol Sun Report In a response to a public records request, Idaho Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin’s office says it cannot find invoices or records for private, outside legal expenses that McGeachin is asking taxpayers to pay $50,000 to cover. The Idaho Capital Sun has filed two requests under the Idaho Public Records Act seeking…… MORE
Washington medical licensing commission opens investigation into Dr. Ryan Cole
The Washington medical licensing commission has found cause to open an investigation into the conduct of Dr. Ryan Cole, according to a document obtained by the Idaho Capital Sun. The Washington Medical Commission sent a letter Oct. 15th to an individual who filed a complaint against Cole. The letter said the commission’s case management team…… MORE
American Red Cross is experiencing emergency blood shortage
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage. It’s blood supply he’s reached to the lowest level in six years. Matthew Ochsner with American Red Cross explains, blood can’t be manufactured. The only way to get blood is through blood donation. To date, 10,000 additional blood products are needed each week this month…… MORE
West Ada School District has $30 million in federal relief funds
Idaho’s largest school district has over $30 million in federal relief on tap to help it recover from the pandemic. In the West Ada School District, they are in the process of hiring instructional coaches, seeking on-demand tutoring for students and buying laptops with the money provided by the American Rescue Plan. IdahoEdNews.org reports West…… MORE
Safer ways to celebrate holidays
Holiday traditions are important for families and children. There are several ways to enjoy holiday traditions and protect your health. Because many generations tend to gather to celebrate holidays, the best way to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and friends safer is to get vaccinated if you’re eligible. According to the latest from…… MORE
