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YOUTH IN ACTION Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council

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Meridian teenagers promote health, kindness Mayor Tammy de Weerd’s youth advisory council of 58 teens are moving and shaking in Meridian, hosting events and promoting a healthy community.

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SCHOOLS Meridian High needs classroom portables refurbished. Who better for the job than the district’s high school building and construction students?

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SPORTS Rocky Mountain’s Eli McCullough signed with Boise State, while Eagle’s Marcus Lenhardt was the first player to sign with College of Idaho football.

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LOCAL NEWS Weigh in at City Hall Tuesday: Should Meridian have six City Council seats instead of four? Mayor Tammy said the addition would spread out the workload.

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s a high school senior, trying to figure out what to be when you “grow up” is tough enough. But think about switching gears when you’re already established and have a family to support.

That’s what Idaho State University-Meridian student Jason McKay did. As a 30-year-old, he had a business degree and was building a career as an accountant.

But something didn’t sit well with him.

“There was just no job satisfaction,” McKay, of Boise, said. “Everything I did, it really didn’t matter. When it’d come down to, who was I really doing my work for, it was just some CEO way off.”

Though it’s a good job for many people, being an accountant wasn’t right for McKay. “I wanted to really have a more personal interaction kind of job, … something that I could go home and know that I did something for somebody and made a difference.”

So he became a student all over again. That’s impressive. How easy is it for us to get comfortable and adjust to whatever rut life brings? Starting again at square one, that takes heart.

“I had to go back and take chemistry and anatomy and

Members of an Idaho gay rights group are pleased with news that Mormons in Utah are working to craft a state measure to ban discrimination against gays and lesbians.

The Salt Lake Tribune reported Feb. 7 that “attorneys for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are in quiet discussions with leaders of Utah’s gay and lesbian community, trying to hammer out language for a statewide ban on housing and employment discrimination that the church could support.”

The talks have given hope to Idaho’s Add the Words campaign that Idaho will adopt similar legislation to include the words sexual orientation and gender identity in the Idaho Human Rights Act.

BSU coach devastated by decision on Olympic wrestling

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The International Olympic Committee announced this week that it would cut wrestling, a legendary sport that made its first appearance at the ancient Olympic Games, beginning in 2020.

“It’s pretty much shocking news,” said Boise State wrestling coach Greg Randall, whose resume contains three NCAA All-American honors (Iowa).

Nonprofit rehousing agency expands to Meridian MERIDIAN — CATCH, ing services to Meridian “Our partnership with Inc., a local nonprofit re- and partnering with Joint CATCH, Inc. is a great step housing agency, is extend- School District No. 2. toward addressing the educational impact that homelessness has on students,” the school district’s Superintendent Dr. Linda Clark said. “It’s an excellent program model that will help at least six families this semester break the cycle of homelessness and become self-sufficient.”

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Education reform bills approved in Senate (AP) The Senate Education Committee agreed to introduce three revised bills aimed at giving Idaho school boards authority to reduce teacher salaries and more bargaining leverage during contract talks with the teachers union.

The three measures mirror versions introduced in the same committee last month. They were submitted again Monday to reflect changes brought about by six hours of negotiations between school board officials, the teachers union, lawmakers and other education stakeholders.

The bills, being pushed by the Idaho School Board Association, would change the nature of negotiations that occur each year on master contracts.

physiology and nutrition and some other classes,” he said.

After finishing his prerequisites, he started the 16-month accelerated nursing program at ISU-Meridian in January.

“I have kids at home and lots of other obligations. I just wanted to get through and get it done,” he said. “…

I love it so far, and my classmates are great, the professors are great.”

Others like McKay are re-evaluating the career choice they made in their late teens or early 20s. When 4,500 prospective MBA students were surveyed in 2011, 44 percent of them were going back to school in order to change careers.

Hopefully this trend will relieve the pressure off you high school and undergrad students who are frantically trying to figure out what to do with the rest of your lives.

Try something out, work hard, and if it’s not a good fit, there are resources to help you change course.

Idaho GOP freshmen signal exchange support

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(AP) Sixteen House Republican newcomers pledged support Gov. Butch Otter’s proposal for a state-designed insurance exchange — provided it contains some protections.

Otter’s plan to build a state-based, nonprofit marketplace to offer insurance to individuals and small businesses is awaiting full Senate debate.

On Wednesday morning, the House group said they’d support that measure if it includes provisions forbidding Idaho from using state taxpayer money to fund it, adds two non-voting legislators to an 18-member exchange board of directors and requires the board meet openly, so the public can monitor its decisions.

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Bishop Michael P. Driscoll of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise issued this statement on the announcement of Pope Benedict XVI’s resignation: “I am grateful for his humility and genuine concern for the pastoral care of Catholics throughout the world and can only imagine how difficult this time ... must have been.”

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Hope Deborah Barbee, 19, Meridian, was arrested Monday and charged with providing false information to police officers.

Investigators accused Barbee of intentionally trying to hide Anthony Cruz Calvillo from officers. Calvillo is suspected of attacking a man with an 18-inch machete.

Charges in Barbee’s case are pending with the 4th District Court.

Meridian Police Department Log Feb. 6-Feb. 12 Meridian Police made the following arrests or issued charges: 1 DUI 7 driving-without-privileges, offense and possession of drugs and paraphernalia 5 controlled substances, marijuana or drugs 3 warrants 2 petty thefts 1 burglary 5 frequenting 1 minor in possession of tobacco with intent to deliver 1 disturbing the peace 1 domestic battery 1 domestic assault 1 pedestrian under the influence 1 DUI crash 1 failure to provide driver’s license 1 carrying concealed weapon 2 minor consumption of alcohol

3 minor in possession of tobacco 3 runaways 2 false information to law enforcement 2 interrupting 911 call Police also took calls, investigated or assisted: 5 battery incidents 2 found property reports:  2400 block of N. Maxie Way  100 block of E. Fairview 5 burglaries 1 petty theft 2 verbal domestic 6 domestic battery 5 vandalism 4 grand thefts 1 custodial interference 1 aggravated assault 1 injury traffic accident 1 protection order violation 5 medical assists

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Paige Carstensen, right, and Jesse Fay laugh while watching a video during a Meridian Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council meeting at Meridian City Hall .

about myac Mayor Tammy de Weerd formed the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council in 2004.

“I firmly believe that if I expect our youth to invest in our community, I need to invest in them,” she said. “And my commitment to them is I will do whatever I can do to help them be successful, to take full advantage of what they want to do.”

Students sit on other city councils and committees as well.

“It’s been really neat to see when you empower what truly happens,” de Weerd said. “...It’s a unique perspective, a fresh perspective.”

myac by the numbers 58: Number of high school students in MYAC 30: About the number of students involved last year 500: Combined hours of community service this school year

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Feb. 22: Ignite Youth at Mountain View High School March 8: Red Out “Dodge Heart Disease”dodge ball game at Heritage Middle School March 16: Volunteering during I Love Treasure Valley Day of Serving at the Idaho Center Arena March 18: STAND (Support Teens Against Nicotine Dependency) night at Big Al’s April 26: Treasure Valley Youth Summit at Wahooz May 4: Parent Prom at City Hall. Proceeds will benefit the Ben’s Bells Project.

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Meridian youth council promotes health, kindness

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he youth involvement in Mayor Tammy de Weerd’s advisory council has doubled this year, and these 58 students aren’t slacking.

Since September, members of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council have held events and meetings, visited with lawmakers and attended a summit in Washington, D.C. — all to promote a healthier, more connected community.

“In the time of the iPad and the iPod and all these choices that kids have to make everyday, to see them make the choice to impact their community positively blows me away,” MYAC advisor Ken Corder said. “... It comforts me know that my children are growing up in a community where the people just get it.”

This year MYAC is working to prevent distracted driving and prescription drug abuse.

It received a $1,000 grant from the American Lung Association to help prevent teen smoking.

Students have also encouraged state legislators to fund the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline past the two-year mark.

On top of that, MYAC students know how to party. Fun events at Wahooz and Big Al’s are in the works, and in May, students will put on a prom for parents at City Hall.

Having fun while helping out is why Meridian Medical Arts Charter High School junior Prince Wang joined MYAC. “I think it’s part of our role as citizens to give back to the community, and this is a good way to do it,” he said. “Even if we are under 18, this is one of the ways that we can give back.”

Wang’s favorite project has been working on Ben’s Bells for Newtown, Conn., families.

Ben’s Bells was founded in 2003 by an Arizona family who found that small acts of kindness helped them cope with the loss of their 2-year-old son.

“Ben’s Bells was a project where you make a bell and a lot of different people are involved in it, so some people fire it, some people paint it, and the finished product is assembled and it gets hung around with a little tag that says ‘Be kind,’ because that really can have an impact on somebody’s day,” Wang said.

When the group suggested sending the bells to Newtown, Mayor Tammy was touched.

“That’s one of those ‘proud mother’ moments that you think, ‘Oh, you guys get it,’” she said. “That was pretty awesome.”

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The executive officers of the Meridian Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council’s gather for a picture after a weekly meeting Monday at City Hall. The group’s advisors are Patrick Dilley, second row on the far left, and, front row from left, Ken Corder, Mayor Tammy de Weerd and Carlye Carleton.

A Meridian Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council member promotes safe driving during the “It Can Wait” event at Rocky Mountain High School in October.

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Eagle-based company to be featured on reality show EAGLE — The three founders of Eagle-based Proof Eyewear will have the chance to pitch their product to celebrity investors on the ABC reality show “Shark Tank,” the Idaho Department of Commerce reported.

Proof Eyewear, founded by three brothers, manufactures and sells high-quality glasses and sunglasses made from sustainable wood sources.

A large portion of the sales from its products go to support eye clinics in India that provide sight-restoring surgeries to people who can’t afford it and to nonprofits helping reforestation efforts in Haiti.

Proof Eyewear originally started in an Eagle garage in 2010 and has grown to an international brand in the span of three years. Proof recently released a new line of shirts, sweaters and hats.

“Shark Tank” gives entrepreneurs the chance to pitch their products on national television to a panel of celebrities that may choose to invest in the product.

Proof Eyewear will be on the show Friday, Feb. 22. “Shark Tank” airs at 7 p.m. on ABC. To learn more about Proof Eyewear or to purchase its products go to iwantproof.com.

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Spooner is a 5-year-old unspayed female Chihuahua blend. She is a little timid when meeting people but warms up very quickly and has lots of energy. She seems to get along with other dogs; her behavior with cats is unknown. Her adoption fee is $23.50 plus the cost of her spay.

If Spooner’s not the dog for you, check out our other available dogs at meridianhumanesociety.org.

THINGS TO DO Today MERIDIAN — Computer basics, 10 a.m.12, Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane.

MERIDIAN — Silly song & dance; preschool art, 10:30 a.m. (songs); 1:30 p.m., art, Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane.

MERIDIAN — Lenten lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., every Friday to March. 22, Church of the Holy Nativity (gym behind the church), 828 W. Cherry Lane, $6. Soup, bread, salad, beverage.

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MERIDIAN — “Alice in Wonderland,” Treasure Valley Children’s Theater production, 7 p.m., The Limelight Building 3575 E. Copper Point Dr. Tickets on sale at http:// ow.ly/gXuAz.

DEATHS All obituaries for Meridian Press must be placed by your mortuary or at selfserve.idahopress.com. Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesdays for Friday publication. If you have questions call 465-8128.

June Brocksome, 88, of Kuna, Nancy Knudsen, 67, of Boise,

died Sunday, February 10, 2013, at a died on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at Kuna care facility of natural causes. Ar- her home. Arrangements are pending rangements pending under the direc- at Cloverdale Funeral Home. tion of Relyea Funeral Chapel.

Austin Gene Connor Deloy Cuthbert, 83, of Ontario, Moon, 20, of Nampa, died Tuesday, Oregon, died Saturday, February 9, 2013. Services are pending under the direction of the Haren-Wood Funeral Chapel, Ontario.

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MERIDIAN — Book signing, 3-8 p.m., Hastings, 1769 N. Lakes Ave. Author A.J. Irving signs copies of her picture book, “Mama’s Purse.”

MERIDIAN — Idaho’s Tax Policies – A Discussion, 5 p.m., $25, Louie’s Italian Restaurant, 2500 E. Fairview Ave., featuring Mike Ferguson, Idaho’s chief economist for 26 years.

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MERIDIAN — Penguin Plunge to support Special Olympics Idaho. Pledge money and take the leap into the icy pool at Sportsman’s Warehouse, 3797 E. Fairview Ave., Meridian. Event starts at 10 a.m. Visit www.idso.org.

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The Renaissance High School Choral Department presents a night of jazz fundraiser. All proceeds go to the music department. Seating is limited; RSVP at rhsmusicdepartment@ gmail.com.

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building construction class 28 high school students from Joint School District No. 2 1-month long project to remodel 2 portables 1,200 square feet: Size of portables 2 Habitat for Humanity homes to be built this school year

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ith sections of Meridian High School to be closed off for renovation in the next five years, students in the district’s construction class are helping out by refurbishing two portables to be used as classrooms.

The class — officially called Ada Professional-Technical School Team Renaissance — is made up of 28 high school students from across Joint School District No. 2. Normally they build one house each school year for Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity. But this year’s workload includes two Habitat homes and two portable remodels.

“We took out all of the old sub-flooring, we knocked down a wall, we took out some old drywall, only to replace it, which is something that we’ve never done in this class before,” Eagle High School senior Zack Rosse said while working on the portables.

This is Rosse’s third year in the construction class, and last year his team Above: Zach Ivory, excelled at the national SkillsUSA competition, according to construction 16, sprays the walls teacher Mark Enger. and ceiling of a “This particular group has done extremely well … at being very attentive, portable Friday outwilling to step forward and doing the job that needs to be done,” Enger said. side Meridian High With the help of Habitat volunteers, the class already finished its first home School during a class and will start the second one later this month. in which students When the houses are complete, students attend a ceremony with the fambuild Habitat for ily who has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to be able to own the home.

Humanity homes.

“It’s a fun experience, because the families are so humble,” Mountain View Right: Samantha junior Gerron Stirling said. “You can tell that they appreciate everything we Headley, 16, puts do, and it really makes the class worth it.” up a 2-by-4 as trim Along with helping local families, the class gives students a chance to earn around a window. college credit and their National Center for Construction Education and Research endorsement, Enger said.

Adam Eschbach/MP For some, like Rosse, the class means a big step toward a future career.

“I’ve been considering going into an environmental engineering field to where I can create houses that are self-sustaining, that are low-energy housing,” he said. “This is a really great program to be in for that, by Holly Beech because we really love to reduce the energy bill as much as we can.” hbeech@mymeridianpress.com © 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS

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School: Meridian High School “I would have to say some Subject: Family and Consumer Sciences, of the most funny and grades 9-12 memorable times have Years of experience: 8 been helping to prepare Post-secondary education: B.S. in family and my culinary arts team for consumer sciences education from University their FCCLA (Family, Career of Idaho, M.Ed. in educational leadership from and Community Leaders Northwest Nazarene University. of America) STAR event Family: Spouse, Dale, daughter, Baylee, and culinary competition.” twin sons, Caleb and Cayden As an educator, what has been the biggest FAVORITES: challenge you’ve faced?

Book: “The Last Lecture” by Randy Pausch “As an educator I would say Movie: “The Sound of Music” recently one of the biggest Place visited: Bodega Bay, Calif. challenges I ... face is trying Quote: “Education is the most powerful to meet state standards while at the same time weapon which you can use to change the preparing a student for the next step in whatworld.” – Nelson Mandela ever path they go down. Being a professionaltechnical teacher allows me the opportunity What is the most interesting, funny or more often than those in a core subject to

incorporate ‘real world’ skills, but I think as implementation of new standards take place, the goal should be to ensure students are well prepared after high school to be active and productive leaders and citizens.”

If you could give a piece of advice to those thinking about, or studying to become an educator, what would it be?

“The advice I would give to someone looking at the profession or one starting in the field would be, that they will soon be a part of one the most rewarding and challenging careers of their life. Every day is different and good or bad, take it as an opportunity to learn and grow. Also don’t forget to take care of yourself!”

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1. Fifty-nine percent of last year’s seniors went to college this year.

2. Seniors earned more than $7 million in college scholarships.

3. High school students last year earned more than 12,500 college credits.

4. This spring, Renaissance High School will gradu5.

ate the first students to have earned an associate college degree while in high school. Students across the district will earn as many as 30 credits, allowing them to enter college as second-year students.

College credits earned last year while in high school saved students $1,363,370 in in-state tuition costs.

Eric Exline, public information officer, Joint School District No. 2

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Rocky Mountain’s McCullough signs to play football at Boise State Boise State coach Chris Petersen remembers Broncos offensive line coach Chris Strausser spotting Eli McCullough years ago at the BSU summer camp.

“Coach Strauss said, ‘we finally got a (Division) I lineman right here in our backyard,’” Petersen said.

“It was Eli when he was a young, young guy. We kept watching him, and through his career, he kept growing and getting bigger. (He’s) extremely athletic — really athletic — so we’ve had our sights on him for quite awhile.”

On Feb. 6, the 6-foot-4, 262-pound offensive tackle signed a National Letter of Intent to play football at Boise State.

The Broncos are getting a special player in the All-State and 2012 5A state shot put champion, former Rocky Mountain coach Jason Warr said.

“He’s probably the most gifted kid size-wise and strength-wise I’ve had in 17 years,”Warr said.

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Eagle High’s Marcus Lenhardt signed to play football at the College of Idaho on Monday. He had 27 catches for 343 yards and four TDs a in 2012.

Eagle tight end Marcus Lenhardt is first to sign with College of Idaho football team

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ith the swish of a pen, the first piece of the new College of Idaho football team fell into place Monday morning at Eagle High.

Six-foot-4 senior tight end Marcus Lenhardt became the face of Coyote football as the first player to sign a with the program, which was reinstated in May after being suspended following the 1977 season.

“It’s really, really exciting,” said new C of I football coach Mike Moroski, who took over resurrecting the program less than five weeks ago.

“This is the most important thing right now is recruiting the right kind of kids.

“I think you’re always looking

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for, well, from the coach’s standpoint, you’re looking for what you want your program to be like. In this unique situation of starting out, you need to start well, and so you’re looking for guys that fit what you want.”

Lenhardt turned out to be the perfect fit on the field and in the classroom, earning scholarships from the Caldwell college in both athletics and academics, which will cover about two-thirds the cost of his education.

“This feels great,” Lenhardt said of finalizing his college choice, as he was also recruited by six-time NAIA

National Champion Carroll College (Mont.), Montana Tech and Western Oregon.

“I mean it’s a big stress reliever, I’d been thinking about the decision for over two months, so it’s good to make a decision and know that I made the right one,” Lenhardt said.

Lenhardt passed up the NAIA powerhouse Fighting Saints and NCAA Division II Wolves of Western Oregon because of what the C of I offered, and it had nothing to do with the scholarships.

“It’s a brand new program and I think being part of this is (a) once in a lifetime opportunity, so I didn’t want to pass up on it,” said the Eagle High senior, who plans to major in business.

Girls basketball: Meridian, Mountain View, Rocky Mountain at 5A state tournament at the Idaho Center Wrestling: 5A District III tournament at Centennial High, 1 p.m.

Boys basketball: Centennial, Eagle, Mountain View, Rocky Mountain at 5A District III tournament; Cole Valley at 2A District III tournament at Vallivue High, 6 p.m.; North Star at 2A District III tournament at Vallivue High, 7:30 p.m.; Compass Honors at 1A Division I District III tournament, TBA Girls basketball: Meridian, Mountain View, Rocky Mountain at 5A state tournament at the Idaho Center Wrestling: 5A District III tournament at Centennial High, 9 a.m.

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Photos by Adam Eschbach/MP Rachel Lorentson (34) and Megan Hochstein (25) lead 5A Southern Idaho Conference champion Rocky Mountain in the state tournament this week. The state tournament started Thursday and ends Saturday at the Idaho Center in Nampa. Mountain View’s Destiny Slocum (12) and the 5A District III runner-up Mavericks and the Meridian Warriors also qualified for the state tournament.

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Andrew Martin (113 pounds) and Grant Hill (120) pinned opponents in a 66-15 loss to Mountain View on Feb. 6.

AJ Demond scored 18 points, Bryson Stout had 11 points and six rebounds and Zach Hoseley had nine points for Meridian in a 55-49 loss to Vallivue on Feb. 7.

Tanner Percifield hit 3-of-4 shots from 3-point range en route to 17 points in Mountain View’s 50-49 defeat to Rocky Mountain on Feb. 7

John Sherle scored 17 points to lead Rocky Mountain past Mountain View, 50-49, on Feb. 7 to clinch second place in the 5A SIC. Matt Grooms added 10 points and 14 rebounds, Nate Bruneel contribute 11 points and six rebounds and EJ Boyce had nine points.

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to the bottleneck that has been created on the north side of Meridian Road by the construction, one lane that only widens to a turning lane once you get close to the intersection. I waited through three lights the other day before I was even close enough to negotiate myself into that turn lane area. Perhaps some better planning would have been in order on that intersection before they tore it up? to the land that just lays vacant and becomes a fire hazard on our public areas, when it could be turned into community gardens for our residents.

Perhaps a worthy cause for this spring and summer?

And perhaps some income generation for the city — sell the rights to a garden space for a small fee? to all the great new stores and restaurants popping up in Meridian. Thumbs down to the traffic on Eagle Road (always avoid Eagle Road) — where all the new restaurants are popping up. to Fred’s Reel Barber Shop for holding down the business amidst the road closures down there. for our Meridian Parks and Recreation and all the great green space. for loss of trees on Meridian Road for widening. to Meridian Animal Control Officer Carol Smith for teaching Village Charter School students about animal cruelty.

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2012 was a ‘time like no other’ in Meridian

Education in health professions important

Last week we came together to celebrate the accomplishments of our city and give an update on the progress we made in our strategic priorities. For those who could not make it, 2012 was “a time like no other” in Meridian, and a complete copy of my speech is available at www.meridiancity.org.

We received national recognition and made great strides toward our vision of being a premier place to live, work and raise a family.

Meridian’s population grew by 1,800 over the last year, and we now have 78,000 people living in our community. New home-building permits are up. Houses sold faster, and the price our homes sold for increased by 7.5 percent. Indeed, the energy is in Meridian!

We also had progress in all five of our strategic priorities: Safe community: We continue our focus as one of the safest cities in Idaho. We saw system improvements in almost every department. The Police Department’s Impact Team worked to drill down into the root cause of crime and increased the livability in our neighborhoods. The team has served 38 search warrants, made over 300 arrests, recovered more than $83,000 in stolen property and seized $273,000 in drugs. As a result, we have seen a decrease in drug offenses and crimes against society.

Responsive government: We will be asking our citizens if they want to expand representation of City Council seats from four to six and will take public comment on Tuesday. If we move forward with this proposal, there would be a public vote in May regarding the expansion to six City Council seats.

Place to go: More than 75 new businesses opened in 2012.

Everything you need is right here at home. The opportunities to enjoy Kleiner Park and the dining, shopping and entertainment at The Village at Meridian will continue to grow and get more exciting every day. Our downtown is growing into a cultural and culinary destination, as well.

Jobs: We added 1,400 new jobs over the last two years.

Meridian saw increases in health care, finance and insurance, retail and food services — higher than the rest of the valley.

Meridian also saw a 6 percent increase in manufacturing jobs.

Transportation: I have been known to beat the drum on transportation, especially related to interchanges. I am happy to tell you that Meridian Interchange is not only on the books, it’s funded and is under design and growing momentum. We have a task force looking at design plans and aesthetics and seeking feedback. So please, give us your thoughts on this.

2012 was “a time like no other,” with great successes and outcomes. This momentum is propelling us to reach new heights and opportunities in 2013.

Although we personally and collectively face the myriad challenges of health care in the 21st century, I am hopeful that through visionary commitment to changing the system, our society can better address national and global health care needs.

We know the alarming statistics. In 2012, $2.8 trillion was spent on health care in the United States, which is 18 percent of the nation’s gross domestic product.

Health care, our country’s largest single economic sector, continues to grow. For purposes of comparison, in 1935, health care was 3.5 percent of the GDP, and by 2025, it is expected to comprise 25 percent of the GDP. These figures project the financial cost, but only implied within the numbers are the startling human costs to well-being.

Along with 50 million uninsured people in this country and an expanding senior population impacted by the generation of Baby Boomers now becoming elderly, another factor affecting the delivery of health services is an aging health care workforce.

For example, Idaho is ranked 49th in primary care physicians per capita and has the sixth-oldest physician workforce in America. Although systemic solutions are varied and complex, one important idea that shows promise is an integrated approach to the education of students entering the health professions.

Integration assumes an educational focus that develops prevention and wellness strategies through an increased knowledge of human behavior and the health implications of choice, in addition to the emphasis on teaching, research and clinical services related to treatment of the various phases of disease, including chronic disease management.

My optimism about the direction of education in the health professions stems from being a daily witness at ISU-Meridian to the passion and enthusiasm demonstrated by students participating in interdisciplinary activities and team–based practices, including community health screenings for vulnerable populations. Students are also being exposed to multicultural, rural and global health initiatives.

This student generation is being trained by academic faculty members and medical practitioners on how to achieve quality, coordinated care that is patient-centered and delivered within medical homes and incorporates physical, oral and mental health components of the human experience.

The ancient Greeks, including Hippocrates (considered the father of medicine), valued the interrelationship of the body, mind and spirit in the healing process. Providing comprehensive, holistic education models for student engagement in collaboration with health care providers will help us attain the goal of wellness for humanity.

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What: Clumsy Fest (Clumsy Lovers, Possum Livin’, Steve Fulton Music, Thomas Paul, a.k.a. Belle) When: 7 p.m. to close tonight and Saturday Where: Humpin’ Hannah’s, 621 Main, Boise Website: riverinteractive.com Tickets: $7 cover

Theater What: “Alice in Wonderland,” Treasure Valley Children’s Theater When: 7 p.m. tonight and Feb. 22, 2 and 7 p.m. Feb. 16 and 23 Where: The Limelight Building, 3537 E. Copper Point Drive, Meridian Website: treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com Tickets: $5.50 and $12.50 What: Music Theatre of Idaho’s “Thoroughly Modern Millie” When: 7:30 p.m. tonight, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St. S., Nampa Website: mtionline.org Tickets: $17/adv., $20/DOS

Show What: Trey McIntyre Project Spring Show When: 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday Where: Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane., Boise Website: idahotickets.com Tickets: Adults $20 to $63; matinee $10 tickets for youth, seniors, educators and military families, available at the Morrison Center box office, idahotickets.com, all Select-aSeat outlets or 426-1110.

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ike the neighboring city of Nampa, Meridian might add two more City Council seats.

Residents can weigh in at the Feb. 19 City Council meeting and vote on the initiative in May if it moves forward. A yes vote would put City Council candidates on the November ballot.

Brad Hoaglun The addition would cost the city about President $50,000 a year, Mayor Tammy de Weerd said.

A council of six members instead of four would increase representation for the rapidly growing city — now at a population of 78,000 — and distribute the council members’ workload, de Weerd said. Council members have responsibilities not only to city departments, but to regional boards.

Charlie “As our departments grow and get Rountree busier, some of our policy issues get a little bit more complex,” she said. “... This helps distribute that workload so (council members) can be more engaged.”

Another idea that’s come up, she said, is assigning each council member

by Holly Beech a certain section hbeech@mymeridianpress.com of the city. When David Zaremba © 2013 Meridian Press there’s a ribbon cutting, for instance, the council member who oversees that section would be the one to attend.

“That council member would have that opportunity to go and represent the city and be more versed in those areas,” de Weerd said. “... When a citizen calls, they have a specific City Council Keith Bird member who would answer citizen questions and conTWO MORE SEATS? cerns for their area.”

The idea for more council Should Meridian have six City seats didn’t stem from City Council members instead of Council members voting 2-2 on issues at meetings, de four? Share your opinion at Weerd said. A tie vote, she the Feb. 19 City Council meeting, 7 p.m. at City Hall, 33 E. said, rarely happens.

“It’s really an interesting Broadway Ave., Meridian. dynamic. We have a great City Council, and it’s not just because they’re all likeminded, because they’re not,” she said. “They all bring a level of experience and expertise that’s very diverse.”

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Local piano trio offers romantic harmonies this weekend MERIDIAN — How fitting that on Valentine’s weekend, local trio Trebelle will perform classic romantic harmonies — blended together with piano, cello and violin — in the Treasure Valley.

The music was composed in the 1800s by Robert and Clara Schumann.

“They are giants from the Romantic Period. They both write music that is very exciting and expressive and stirring emotionally,” Trebelle pianist What: Robyn Wells, Meridian, said.

Wells has been teaching piano for 30 Trebelle years, but it wasn’t until last year that she joined up with two friends and Where/when: fellow musicians to form Trebelle.

“I think we all respond well to each n Tonight, 7:30, Langroise Reother when we get into a performance cital Hall at The College of Idaho, setting, and that translates to not a lot 2112 Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell having to be said to connect musicaln Saturday, 7:30 p.m., St. ly to each other and create an exciting outcome and product,” Trebelle celMichael’s Episcopal Cathedral, list Heidi Nagel of Boise said.

518 N. 8th St., Boise The pieces the group will perform n Sunday, 3 p.m., Eagle United this weekend with guest violist Jennifer Methodist Church, 651 N. Eagle Drake are rich, melodic and romantic, Road, Eagle Nagel said.

“There’s a lot of interesting interplay between the violin and cello, we share a proceeds: lot of harmonic lines,” she said, speakThe concerts are free, with ing specifically to the Clara Schumann donations accepted, and are pieces.

The idea for the Trebelle trio was about 70 minutes long. born six years ago when Nagel and violinist Jennifer Dunn, Meridian, were accompanyby Holly Beech ing Wells on her album. The journey since has been a hbeech@mymeridianpress.com rewarding one. © 2013 Meridian Press “It’s wonderful,” Nagel said. “Piano trio is really my favorite musical combination, and for me, moving to the area about 11 years ago it was a goal of mine to eventually connect with a group that shared a good dynamic in that way, and I feel I’ve really found that.”

Trebelle, a piano trio formed last year, is made up of locals Heidi Nagel, cello, Robyn Wells, piano, and Jennifer Dunn, violin.

The group performs in three Treasure Valley venues this weekend.

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Wells, who teaches piano at her home and The College of Idaho, would agree.

“It’s so exciting, and speaking for myself, piano can be a very lonely profession. We don’t always play in the orchestra or the bands, so being able to be in an ensemble and play music with other high quality musicians is one of the most fulfilling things.”

The trio hopes to offer more local and regional concerts this spring and will perform at McCall’s community concert series in June.

The Secret Garden is the last of three classic stories presented by professional actors in a staged reading, complete with costumes, sound effects and music. Tickets to the reading are $7, available at the Morrison Center box office, 426-1110, idahotickets.com and all Select-a-Seat outlets.

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Valentine’s Day marks 3 generations of ‘I do’

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or Matt Valentine of Meridian, Feb. 14 is not just a day to spoil his wife. It’s a day to celebrate three generations of Valentine’s Day marriages in his family.

“What better way to become a Valentine than to become a Valentine on Valentine’s Day?” Matt said.

He and his wife Heather of 18 years have never spent a wedding anniversary apart.

“Two years ago I was out of state looking for work,” he said. “I flew back on Valentine’s Day to surprise my wife.”

Matt’s parents, Lee and Verla Valby Holly Beech entine of Boise, have been married hbeech@mymeridianpress.com for 44 years. His grandparents, Max © 2013 Meridian Press and Beth Valentine, who were mar- Max and Beth Valentine, married 1938; Lee and ried in 1938, have passed away.

Verla Valentine, married 1969; and Matt and Lee’s advice for a happy marriage?

Heather Valentine, married 1995.

“Just to be patient with one another and show lots of love.”

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Matt: “My wife is the most selfless person I know. She really is a true Valentine, she would do anything for anyone at anytime.”

Marriage advice: Lee: “Just to be patient with one another and show lots of love.”

Matt: “It’s all about quality time.”

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REDUCED SOLID OAK ENTERTAINMENT CENTER. 2 side piers, 35 inches. 4 side doors, with sliding trays for 300 DVD's. 4 glass doors with glass shelves.

2 bottom oak doors. Top bridge extends for a 60 inch TV. Paid $2,000, asking $650 or best offer. 43-6 disc changers, in oak cabinets, $170 for all.

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PET HAVEN THRIFT STORE, 619 Main, Caldwell is seeking the following donations: paperback books, crafts, sewing items, unbroken & working items. Also accept furniture & appliances. Call 455-1303 if you have any questions & times.

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TO ADVERTISE CALL 208-467-9253 /// M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. /// ONLINE 24/7 MyMeridianClassifieds.com PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation ore discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the ages of 18 living with parent or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927-9275

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BRAND NEW 3 Bedroom/2 Bath $136,267 Call Brandt Agency 466-7821.

PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation ore discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the ages of 18 living with parent or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927-9275

BRAND NEW 1, 2 & 3 bedroom available.

Starting at $495.

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NAMPA 1 bedroom.

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Excellent location, laundry, and off street parking. $395 + $300 deposit.

Call 465-0507.

Equal Housing Opportunity Household must income qualify

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Equal Housing Opportunity Household must income qualify

CALDWELL clean 2 bedroom, near CofI. NO SMOKING/ PETS, stove, refrigerator.

References. $495 + $350 deposit Call 459-8912.

CALDWELL 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment.

Rent: $475.00 Deposit: $475.00 ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED Gardner Property Management 208-989-5677

CALDWELL 2 bedroom, 1 bath.

Water, sewer, trash paid. $525 per month, $400 deposit.

989-4211 or 453-5194.

CALDWELL 3+ bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. $750 per month, $600 deposit.

989-4211 or 453-5194.

EMMETT country home on 1 acre, 4 bedroom, 2 bath.

Well & septic. $975 + deposit.

Pet negotiable.

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WE HANDLE THE HASSLES! Put our 20 years experience to work for you.

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MANAGEMENT ONE NAMPA 1 bedroom/1 bath.

Stove, refrigerator. NO PETS. 1323 8th St. S. $425. Call 375-3400 NAMPA 3 Bedroom, 2 bath washer & dryer included. $600 mo + $500 deposit.

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING Sandlewood & Nottingshire Apts.

Caldwell.

Logan Park Has 1 bedroom apartments in country setting ready for you to move in.

Low income elderly complex with loving family atmosphere.

Rent subsidized, non medical services, including meals at additional fee.

First response staff on duty 24 hours.

612 West Logan Street, Caldwell.

Call 454-0004 for appointment.

Logan Park is an Opportunity Provider

NOTE: The following advertisers have certified that these properties meet the standards set by the Fair Housing Act of 1968; amended on 1989, and therefore qualify as “Housing for the Elderly,” and may be advertised as such.

Quiet Country Park 2 spaces available.

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Rent subsidized, non medical services, including meals at additional fee.

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AGRICULTURE Temporary Farm Labor: Box L Farms, Larslan, MT, has 1 positions for peas, grain & oilseed crops; 1 mos. experience required for job duties listed; must obtain driver's license within 30 days of employment; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can't return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $9.99/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/15/13 11/1/13. Apply at nearest ID Workforce Office with Job Order 1609370 or call 208-332-3570.

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Idaho Press-Tribune is seeking qualified candidates for an Inside Sales Team Leader position. This is a full-time 40 hour a week position.

Great opportunity to earn extra money!

Independent contractors needed for 1 day a week (Friday) delivery in the Nampa Meridian area.

Need valid driver's license and insurance.

If interested call Kim Hardy 465-8180 GENERAL Immediate openings for

MEDICAL REFERRAL COORDINATOR

Nampa Will receive, process, schedule and follow up on all medical referral requests from clinician team. Must be bilingual English/Spanish. 1 year experience in medical field.

Strong interpersonal, communication and computer skills. Apply at www.trhs.org EOE/AA

SCHEDULER

FT 32 hr/wk including evening till 6. Nampa Answers and directs calls for busy medical clinic. Takes phone messages, schedules appointments. Must be bilingual (English/Spanish).

Must have good verbal and written communication skills, multi-line phone and computer experience. Apply online at www.trhs.org EOE/AA

PHONE REPS In Nampa. Moderate computer skills required.

Sales, survey or collections experience is beneficial.

Monday-Friday hours available.

Please apply in person.

Call 208-989-5191 or email resumes at jobs@pcscare.com 200 Holly Street in Holly Plaza Pay is $9/hour plus incentives.

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The advertising department culture is very fast paced and extremely deadline driven. You must be comfortable making a high level of telephone sales calls on a daily basis. Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must. The Inside Sales Team Leader reports directly to the Advertising Manager.

The Idaho Press-Tribune based in Nampa, ID is a privately owned employee driven company that has been doing business in the Treasure Valley since 1883. We are well respected and well known.

We provide an outstanding work environment, training, support, and resources. We also offer a full suite of benefits include health, dental, life, 401k, paid vacation and sick time. You must have a valid Idaho driver's license.

The Idaho Press-Tribune has Newspaper delivery routes available in the Payette and Weiser area for self employed independent contractors. Need proof of insurance and valid driver's license. Newspaper Delivery is done in the early morning hours and 7 days a week.

If interested please call our Home Delivery Manager Kim Hardy at 208-465-8180.

This incredible opportunity is a key position within the advertising department. The Inside Sales Team Leader is expected to lead by example driving your own book of businesses and building a base of local advertising accounts over the phone. This position is responsible for achieving personal sales goals and motivating others in the department to achieve company objectives. We are seeking candidates who have a proven track record excelling as an inside sales/telemarketing salesperson. Previous work experience should include direct sales, coaching, mentoring and leading a sales team to success. Other skill sets required: high level of comfort cold-calling and prospecting potential customers, experience working with front end billing systems, proficient computer and Microsoft Office skills and a proven track record in providing strong customer service and follow through.

Please email a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this opportunity, include specific examples of past success in a similar role. Email the cover letter and resume to mdavison@idahopress.com

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GENERAL SNOW REMOVAL LABORERS NEEDED Commercial Landscape Maintenance Company seeking seasonal snow removal laborers. On-Call basis $15/hour. Graveyard Shifts are typical, hours vary depending upon weather conditions. Walk equipment and snow plowing positions may be available DOE. Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing Jobsites available in Boise and Nampa. Call 466-0690.

GRADE FOREMAN, GRADE SUPERINTENDENT, PAVING FOREMAN Idaho Sand & Gravel is accepting applications for EXPERIENCED Grade Foreman, Grade Superintendent and Paving Foreman. 2 Years minimum experience preferred. Excellent benefit package. Apply on-line at www.stakerparson.com/careeropportunities. EEO Employer and a participant in E-Verify

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Nampa Legion Baseball is accepting resumes for a summer baseball coach for a potential single A team.

Season runs May through July.

For questions, call Carla @ 989-1756. Please submit resume and refs to NALB, P.O. Box 727, Nampa ID 83653.

Actors, Extras, Models needed. $85-$895 daily! Movies, Commercials, Promotional work. No experience.

208-433-9511 HEALTHCARE NOW hiring FT Dental Assistant. Please call our hiring hotline 1-888-964-5390 & follow the instructions.

Multimedia Account Executive Do you have a solid understanding of the internet and mobile?

Are you a creative mind and self starter that works best without close supervision? Do you enjoy working directly with local businesses? Do you appreciate clever advertising? Can you spend the majority of your day in front of customers and not in an office? If you answered YES to all these questions you should consider applying for this job opportunity.

Circulation Clerk/Customer Service The Idaho Press-Tribune is seeking qualified candidates for a Circulation Clerk/Customer Service position. This is a full-time 40 hour a week position.

We are a local privately owned company that has been doing business in the Treasure Valley for 130 years. We are well respected and well known. We are a leader in providing local information and advertising to residents across 7 counties.

This is a position that is open in our circulation department.

Circulation Clerk/Customer Service position is responsible for providing courteous and efficient assistance to Idaho PressTribune customers, carriers and employees. Strong computer, data entry skills and the ability to multitask is a must.

In this role you will work closely with local businesses on a variety of advertising and marketing fronts. You will develop a deep understand of a client's needs and ultimately provide expertise that include custom tailored marketing programs designed to drive new business. Platforms will include Facebook, Mobile, search, online reputation management, print and direct mail.

The circulation department culture is very fast paced and extremely deadline driven. You must be comfortable making and receiving a high level of telephone calls on a daily basis and greeting the public as they enter the building. Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must.

TRADES

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Experienced Appliance Delivery Driver. Clean driving record.

Bring Resume and apply in person at Nampa Appliance & TV 278 Caldwell Blvd., Nampa.

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Trials Manager & Stock Seed Technician An agriculture company in Payette County has an immediate opening for a Trials Manager & Stock Seed Technician.

We are looking for a team member with a can do attitude that will be responsible for the following duties: Planting of Seed Production Trials Research & Development Documentation & Evaluation Plant Breeding & Selection Quality Assurance

Required Skills / Experience: - Previous Trials and Seed Industry Experience - Breeding & Plant Selection Experience

We are seeking a dynamic individual who is motivated and driven to achieve. We are looking for a truly seasoned consultant who has a proven track record of success in a similar role.

- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

We provide an outstanding work environment, training, support, and resources. We also offer a full suite of benefits include health, dental, life, 401k, paid vacation and sick time. You must have a valid Idaho driver's license.

We provide an outstanding work environment, training, support, resources, a competitive base salary, a monthly bonus program with uncapped earning potential. We provide a computer, a tablet and expense reimbursement for mileage and cell phone.

We also offer a full suite of benefits including health, dental, life, 401k, paid vacation and sick time. You must have a valid Idaho driver's license along with a good driving record.

Please email a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this opportunity, include specific examples of past success in a similar role. Email the cover letter and resume to sthayer@idahopress.com.

Please email a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this opportunity, specifically directly related examples of past success in a similar role. Email the cover letter and resume to svogel@idahopress.com

The Idaho Press-Tribune based in Nampa, ID is a privately owned employee driven company that has been doing business in the Treasure Valley since 1883. We are well respected and well known.

- College Degree in Related Field

- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Desired Skills / Experience: - Mechanical abilities (able to operate and trouble shoot equipment) - Familiarity with Windows Operating Systems / Basic computer skills - Prior agricultural experience Please fax resume to:

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