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Public, private efforts strive for accessible downtown Meridian Development Corporation’s vision for downtown might remind you of the unique, pedestrian-friendly Hyde Park in north Boise.

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SCHOOLS Eagle High lost a beloved student to a car accident in December. Now the family, students and community are working to promote a safer Highway 16.

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SPORTS Yotes runner Holt set a goal after Mountain View High to make a name for herself, and has done so, winning two national championships — and counting.

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LOCAL NEWS Slanted Rock Brewing Co. is the result of one woman’s need to change directions in life. Lonseth now blends her tech background with the beer industry.

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Slanted Rock Brewing:What’s in a name?

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lanted Rock Brewing Company’s name has quite the story behind it.

Not the traditional story you might imagine, like a slice of someone’s ancestry or a special memory for the owners.

Nope, Slanted Rock was named out of pure desperation.

When I asked owner Alesa Lonseth how the brewery got its name, she laughed.

“One of the more difficult things we had was coming up with the name,” she said. “... It was probably a couple months of tossing and turning and not sleeping, trying to come up with a name.”

This seemingly hopeless search put her calm and collected husband Bob, the brewmaster, on edge.

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Alesa thought about it for a moment.

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Idaho Fish and Game seeks information regarding a trumpeter swan that was poached just west of Star, regional conservation educator Evin Oneale said.

The swan was most likely shot the evening of Feb. 22 near the Boise River, Oneale said. Call Citizens Against Poaching at (800) 632-5999 or their local Fish and Game office.

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A Boise woman was sentenced Monday to one year in prison for theft of

government property, U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson announced.

Katrina Telleria, 35, pleaded guilty Dec. 17 to three counts of theft of government gift cards, one count of making a false statement to a department or agency of the United States and one count of theft of government electronics equipment. Chief U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill also ordered Telleria to serve three years of supervised release and pay restitution of $71,973 to the Bureau of Land Management.

(AP) A House committee has taken a step toward putting Idaho’s collection

of charter schools in a better financial position to pay their monthly building and maintenance bills.

Legislation approved by the House Education Committee Tuesday would give legislative budget writers authority to appropriate an estimated $1.4 million in relief for the 40 nontraditional schools operating across the state.

That amount, which comes off the top of the general fund allocation to state public schools, could increase to $2.1 million in the second year and even more in subsequent years, according to the bill.

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That story kind of reminds me how I got my name. My mom resisted the idea of naming her daughter Holly all throughout her pregnancy.

Which makes sense, because her name is Molly.

But my dad loved the name Holly Ann, especially after visiting the lake one day and hearing a father call out to his little girl, “Come on Holly Ann!” The name sat in limbo for awhile, and it wasn’t until my mom was in labor that she screamed, “OK fine, have whatever name you want!”

People still get our names mixed up all the time. For a long time someone even thought it was my mom who wrote for the Idaho Press-Tribune by Holly Beech and the paper was spelling her name wrong. hbeech@mymeridianpress.com Whether funny, meaningful or coincidental, I © 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS love to learn the stories behind names.

Ada County Sheriff ’s detectives have arrested a Boise woman in connection with the beating of a Boise man in Eagle last week.

Kayleena A. Eubanks, 22, Boise, was arrested Wednesday at her home on charges of robbery and destruction of evidence, both felonies. She is being held on a $500,000 bond.

Detectives previously arrested three suspects, Kenneth Bowers, Patrick Brown and Joshua Schwacofer. They are charged with aggravated battery and robbery.

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Destination downtown

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ith each project and purchase, the Meridian Development Corporation is working to turn downtown Meridian into an attractive destination for businesses and residents.

“We want the look and feel of Hyde Park (in Boise),” MDC Project Manager Ashley Ford said.

“You get there and you know you’ve kind of arrived somewhere special. It just feels good.”

Trees along the streets, walkable neighborhoods, restaurant patio seating and historic light posts would add to that vibe, she said.

Other hopes for downtown are a light rail train system, a robust line up of businesses, diverse housing options, more parking and easy access.

While the vision looks exciting, each step must be done little by little. Because property values in its taxing district decreased by 12 percent last year, MDC’s fiscal year 2013 budget was $790,000, Submitted rendering down from $800,000.

This artist rendering show the look and feel Meridian Development Corporation envisions “The reality is it’s going to take some time,” for downtown Meridian in the distant future.

Ford, MDC’s only paid staff member, said. “... The stepping stones are being put into place right now, and that’s what’s important.”

The goal is to have the study — in cooperation with health, But creating a distinct vibe for downtown Meridian is not tech and business partnership The CORE — out for public something MDC can do on its own, comment this summer and adopt a plan by the end of 2014.

by Holly Beech she said.

3. Wine Cooperative hbeech@mymeridianpress.com “While MDC and the city can Wineries are popular in the Treasure Valley, and Merid© 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS invest in downtown, it also takes ian is a good middle ground for selling the product, Ford private investment, too. We can’t do said. A tasting room with a variety of brands would be a it alone. It’s incredibly important to have those private part- good draw for downtown, she said. nerships,” she said.

But MDC is working to do what it can. Three of its top PARKING RAISES CONCERNS priorities are: “As a business owner and in talking with other business 1. Streetscape owners, I think that most of our concerns orient around Streetscape improvements include planting trees and adding benches and historic lighting. Harvest Church, parking and access,” said James Fullinwider with All Amerwhich sits on a city block at Main Street and Pine, received a ican Insurance, who’s involved in several downtown-focused organizations. $35,000 grant from MDC for streetscape renovations.

There’s a range of opinions about how involved MDC, 2. Flood plain study Meridian’s urban renewal agency, should be with parking, Properties in the area south of the railroad tracks and north of Franklin, between West Fourth and East Fourth Ford said. MDC prompted more parking signs and enforcestreets, are in the Nine Mile Flood Plain, Ford said. MDC has ment in downtown, and the future vision includes larger, been working on a study for more than a year, hoping the consolidated lots in the core of blocks, street parking and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) revises parking structures.

Downtown access has also been a challenge, Ford said, the flood plain map.

“These properties are all paying flood insurance now, but the Split Corridor Project’s completion this fall will prowhich is very expensive, so it’s an economic hindrance,” vide for a smoother, safer traffic flow.

Ford said. Businesses there also don’t have the same access to federal dollars for things like facade improvements, See the Meridian Development Corporation’s vision for downtown Meridian at she said. www.mymeridianpress.com.

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Front page and below: Efforts to make downtown Meridian more pedestrian and business friendly include smoother traffic flow, streetscape improvements and outdoor activities.

online views Q: What do you like most about downtown Meridian? What changes would you like to see?

Teri Buch: In-N-Out...

Sherry Thompson: I LIKE that Meridian is a small town with home style ways. To make changes in Meridian … make Meridian Road one way to freeway, Main Street one way from freeway, and the traffic lights timed to keep traffic moving smoothly.

Tyce Irish: We love down town Meridian, would like to see more functions back in downtown such as arts and craft fairs, farmers markets, hot August nights, more eateries, and control weeds and goatheads in sidewalks and alleys.

Jean Marion: I would like to see the old abandoned buildings gone. Makes the streets look like ghost town sometimes. I would like to see the Xmas decorations not put up so early.

ANSWER THE NEXT POLL Which downtown feature do you hope the Meridian Development Corp. prioritizes? Answer at www. mymeridianpress.com/plugged_in/.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Idaho hire new CEO BOISE — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Idaho, the largest youth mentoring organization in the state, announced a new CEO Thursday.

Jason Sears replaces Nora Carpenter, who left earlier this year to become CEO of the United Way of Treasure Valley.

Sears previously served as the director Jason Sears of visitor services at the Discovery Center of Idaho and held director-level positions at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Ada County. He also served as a communications and technology volunteer with the U.S. Peace Corps in Namibia.

THINGS TO DO

Meridian Chamber’s golf tournament slots filling up fast

MERIDIAN — The 11th annual Meridian Chamber of Commerce golf tournament, sponsored by United Heritage Insurance, is May 17 at The Club at Spurwing.

Sponsorships and teams are filling up fast and expected to sell out before the May 3 deadline. Businesses can also donate items for the silent auction and goodie bag give-aways during a post-tournament lunch.

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IF YOU GO Time: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: The Club at Spurwing, 6800 North Spurwing Way, Meridian Contact: Betsy Davies 8882817 and betsy@meridianchamber.org Online: www.meridianchamber.org/pages/ChamberGolfTournament/

grand opening of Camp Bow MERIDIAN — Computer Class Wow, 1:45 p.m., 2134 E. Franklin (Internet and search skills), 9 a.m., Road.

3631 E. Overland Road. Children of all Meridian Library at Silverstone, Friday Wednesday BOISE — Call for extras. Parallel ages. Signup required for this reading 3631 E. Overland Road. program. Contact Lindsey at lindMERIDIAN — Baby Bugs, (6-18 MERIDIAN — Library activiWorlds Production is looking for ties, preschool and tot storysey@mld.org for more information. months), 11:30 a.m., Meridian 60-plus extras for a shoot at the time, 10 a.m.; teen after-school MERIDIAN — Dr. Seuss Party, Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Capitol building in downtown 4:30 p.m., Meridian Public Library, Boise on Sunday, March 3. If you Lane. Book Busters, 4:30 p.m. for programs, 3 p.m., Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane.

1326 W. Cherry Lane. are interested in becoming an kids 7-11 years old.

MIDDLETON — Meridian extra or want to be more involved EAGLE — Scottish Country Thursday Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Dance Class, 7-9 p.m., Eagle with the film industry in Idaho, Middleton High School Performing MERIDIAN — Library activicall (855) 797-1997 or email info@ Performing Arts Center, 1125 E. Arts Center, Emmett Road.

Tickets: parallelworldsproductions.com.

State St., $6 general public, $5 for ties, preschool and tot story$10 adults, $8 seniors/students, $25 time, 10 a.m.; teen after-school MERIDIAN — Lenten lunch, Thistle & Ghillies members. programs, 3 p.m., Meridian Public 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., every Friday to family. “Music for Lovers” featuring Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane.

Tuesday March 22, Church of the Holy Nativ- the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto with special guest soloist Ran Duan, MERIDIAN — Economic Develity (gym behind the church), 828 MERIDIAN — Bilingual Story- opment Committee meeting, Wedding March from “A MidsumW. Cherry Lane, $6. Soup, bread, time (all ages), 10 a.m., Merid- 12-1 p.m., Bank of the Cascades, mer’s Night Dream” and Tchaisalad, beverage. Pie ala mode ian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry 30 E. Broadway Ave., $10 if you kovsky’ s Romeo and Juliet Fantasia available for $2.

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MERIDIAN — Tales to Tails, 4 3 p.m.; preteens, 4:30 p.m.; PJ BOISE — Free Community p.m., Meridian Library at Silverstone, storytime (all ages), 7 p.m.

Saturday Health Screening for Adults, MERIDIAN — Toddler MERIDIAN — Alive at 25 Safe 4-7 p.m., CATCH Office, 503 S. Driving course, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., storytime, 10:30 a.m., Meridian Americana Blvd. Screening is Meridian Police Department, 1401 Library at Silverstone, 3631 E. conducted by ISU-Meridian E. Watertower. Young drivers ages Overland Road. student clinicians, faculty, Ada MERIDIAN — Morning Book 15-24 are encouraged to take this County, Central District Health and Reach 11,000 Club for grown-ups, 10:30 a.m., the Idaho Department of Health free safe-driving class taught by MeRidian Meridian Police Officers. This course Meridian Public Library, 1326 and Welfare. Call 208-373-1700 hoMes foR W. Cherry Lane. Free. Meets first is offered several times a month. for more information. only $40.00 Tuesday of each month.

Pre-registration is required.

MERIDIAN — The Meridian BOISE — Meridian Symphony MERIDIAN — Meridian Singers, 7:30-9 p.m., The Music Call 465-8137 Chamber Luncheon, 12-1 p.m., Den, 245 E. Blue Heron Lane.

Orchestra, “Music for Lovers,” catkinson@mymeridianpress.com 7:30 p.m., Centennial High School Meridian Joint School District No. Women’s group A cappella in barPerforming Arts Center, 12400 W. 2, Salmon Room, 1303 E. Central bershop style. The ability to read McMillan Road. Tickets: $10 adults, Drive. music is not necessary. For more 826681 $8 seniors/students, $25 family.

MERIDIAN — Ribbon cutting/ information, call 724-6311.

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Montana is a 4-year-old spayed black Labrador mix. She knows “sit” and “down,” loves playing with squeaky toys and is very food motivated. She appears to be house trained and seems OK with other dogs. She would be best in a home with older children as she does jump when excited. Montana’s adoption fee is $23.50. If Montana’s not right for you, check out our other available dogs at http://meridianhumanesociety.org.

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Wednesdays for Friday publication. If you have questions call 465-8128.

Bonnie LuCille SteinerLeavitt, 65, of Nyssa, OR, died

February 25, 2013. Arrangements are under the direction of Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, Payette. 208-6423333

GOING PLACES

Cathie Hendrix has been named Vice President, Manager of the Small Business Administration Government Guaranteed Loan Department at Bank of the Cascades. She will be responsible for leading development activities in Oregon and Idaho, administering loans and maintaining a high degree of customer service while contributCathie Hendrix ing to the overall success of the bank. n The Boys & Girls Club of Ada County recently named Larry Price and Brandon Wood to its 26-member Board of Directors. Executive Director Colleen Braga said both men are actively involved in the community and bring a wealth of philanthropic and business experience to the board. The Boys & Girls Club of Ada County has locations in Garden City and Meridian and a summer-only program in Kuna. n

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Eagle student’s death spurs action M

ake Highway 16 safer.

That’s the plea of a heartbroken Meridian family that lost 16-year-old Shauna Hill in a December car wreck. Hill’s passenger, another Eagle High School student, survived.

Students and staff at Eagle High have encouraged people at events to sign or comment on the family’s petition.

About 2,400 people have signed the petition, and Edward Hill, Shauna’s dad, plans to use the momentum in his efforts to get a traffic light installed at the Floating Feather intersection and reduce the Highway 16 speed in that area from 65 to 45 mph.

“It’s that extra speed that makes it lethal,” he said, noting that the speed reduction would add less than two minutes onto drivers’ commutes.

The accident shocked the school and pushed people to act, school counselor Carmen Harm said.

“I think the kids are looking for change because they care and it’s crazy that we have to wait for something like this to happen before we do react,” she said.

This spring, ITD will conduct a roadway safety audit on Highway 16, ITD spokesman Reed Hollinshead said.

But Edward Hill wants change sooner.

“I’m doing this as a passionate father and a passion-

Sixteen-year-old Shauna Hill, an Eagle High School student, died as a result of a December car accident on Highway 16 and Floating Feather. The family, students and community members are promoting lower speeds and a traffic light in that area.

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ate safety advocate because I by Holly Beech know if something isn’t fixed, hbeech@mymeridianpress.com another kid is going to get © 2013 Meridian Press killed,” he said. “So I’m saving some father the grief, and I wish someone had done it for me.”

Shauna loved ice-skating and competed nationally. A self-described “orch-dork,” she taught herself to play HIGHWAY 16 violin and played in the PETITION school’s orchestra, Hill said. She hoped to study The Hill’s petition environmental science to slow speeds and at Stanford. have a traffic light “Of course I’m the installed on Highway daddy speaking, she 16 is online at bit.ly/ was fabulous and sweet highway16petition. and gorgeous and everything,” he said, “but as a citizen she was a really tremendous person with tremendous potential.”

THE ACCIDENT Shauna was crossing Highway 16 on Floating Feather Dec. 10 when her car was struck by a northbound vehicle on the highway. The other driver survived.

From 2002 to 2011, there were nine intersectionrelated crashes there, Hollinshead said. None were fatal, and one involved a serious injury.

Installing a traffic light would cost about $700,000, plus possible right-of-way fees, Hollinshead said. After the study, he said, the potential need for a light in that area will be weighed against other needs across the state.

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a judging card that our former student … had completed (in) high school — or had failed to fully complete.... It was a moment of deja vu.”

School: Meridian High School – Meridian Professional-Technical Center As an educator, what has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced?

Subject: Agricultural science and welding instructor, department chair for “In the last two years, the lack financial support to the educational system. The Professional-Technical Center, lead FFA adviser, instructor for grades 9-12 increase in student load with less preparation time.”

Years of experience: 31 years total If you could give a piece of advice to those thinking about, or studying Post-secondary education: Bachelor’s and master’s of science in Agricultural to become an educator, what would it be?

Education, University of Idaho “I believe that a key component of my teaching philosophy is that, I simply love Family: Wife, Laura; Daughter, Amanda; son, Brett my job. Outstanding teachers must love their job and take personal pride in student success. I believe that it is vital to create a sense of family in the FAVORITES: classroom program. … (Setting) a positive Book: John Grisham books mood and showing genuine interest in Movie: “The Blind Side” or “Rudy” the students helps to motivate them to Place visited: Mexico, Canada, Washington, D.C. higher levels of achievement. Effective management of the instructional Why did you chose the education profession? time and using a variety of delivery methods helps to keep me motivated as “The impact that my former teachers had on my life, especially John Mundt, well. I am willing to try new approaches Marvin Stokes, Keith Hyatt, Dr. Lou Reisenberg, and many others. Although, I and strive to evaluate and coldidn’t really appreciate their impact until I was in college, I found a pathway that I truly enjoyed and fit my interests: agriculture, FFA and the ability to help laborate (to achieve) success or failure in and outside the students find their own pathway.” classroom. I work diligently to What is the most interesting, funny or memorable story from your be (a) communicator within teaching career? the classroom, with parents, “Three years ago, one of my past students — (who is) now a fellow agriculwith my fellow advisers tural science (teacher) here at Meridian — was teaching a freshmen class on livestock evaluation and the importance of being prepared and thorough. As he and staff, and especially with members of our was pressing his point … that each component of the judging card was correctly filled out, Jack Blattner, a fellow instructor, went into his office and found community.”

School board approves Barbara Morgan principal The Joint School District No. 2 School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to offer the principal position at Barbara Morgan STEM Academy to Ryan Wilhite, assistant principal at Heritage Middle School.

Linder Elementary will be re-designated as Barbara Morgan in the fall, and current Linder principal Melanie Koch will transfer to the new Willow Creek Elementary.

The district only opened up the Barbara Morgan principal position to current employees. Wilhite stood out among a handful of qualified candidates because of his experience in education — specifically in areas of science, JSD2 Deputy Superintendent Bruce Gestrin said at the board meeting. As a STEM school, Barbara Morgan will have a focus in science, technology, engineering or math.

Wilhite has been at Heritage for six years, where he plays an integral role in the school’s science education efforts, Gestrin said. Before that he was assistant principal at Sawtooth Elementary and before that, a science teacher at Meridian High School.

“In the interview he was very passionate, and we can see that he very much wanted the position,” Gestrin said.

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College of Idaho runner Hillary Holt set a goal after graduating from Mountain View High to make a name for herself, and has done so winning two national championships — and counting

Hayden Tuma (138 pounds), Jon-Jay Chavez (145) and Jon Fisher (220) all won 5A state wrestling championships to help the Patriots win their first team title since 2007.

Brice Jones finished fourth in the 5A 120-pound weight class last Saturday at the state wrestling tournament in Pocatello.

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College of Idaho track NAIA Indoor National Championships When: TodaySaturday Where: Geneva, Ohio Notes: Hillary Holt enters this weekend’s championships ranked No. 1 in the mile and 3,000 meters. She’ll also run on C of I’s top-ranked distance medley relay team.

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Harley DiLulo won the 182-pound state championship last Saturday and Meridian finished eighth at the 5A state wrestling tournament in Pocatello.

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Riley Connolly claimed the 126-pound state championship at the 5A state wrestling tournament last Saturday in Pocatello to help the Mavericks finish third.

illary Holt’s running career at Mountain View The C of I coach brought Holt to the Caldwell camHigh wasn’t one of individual notoriety. pus, and though she was receiving interest from NCAA A strong distance runner, Holt was part of a Division I programs like Boise State, Oregon State and 5A state cross country championship team and Montana, she quickly opted to be a Coyote. twice won titles as a member of the Mavericks’ “I was like, ‘No, this is the place I want to go,’” Holt 4x800-meter relay squads. said after meeting McCurry, the team and the coaching But as a senior, she was the sixth on the Mavericks’ staff. state runner-up cross country team, and in McCurry’s coaching would have a huge track she was third at the 5A state meet in

by Mike Stetson impact on Holt, but her own desire turned her favorite event, the 800. mstetson@idahopress.com an underrated high school runner into a College of Idaho track and cross country © 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS two-time NAIA national champion. coach Pat McCurry can laugh about those “Part of me kinda just got sick of being days, as Holt wasn’t noticed for her talent, only her in the background and being overlooked and I decided times. when I’d come to college I would make a name for myself “We knew coming out of high school she was a lot and that I was going to make every school that overbetter than her high school marks and results showed, looked me regret it, and I think I’m doing that so far,” and her high school coach, Tracy Harris … also knew Holt said. that,” said McCurry, adding that Holt dealt with injuries In May, she claimed her first national title, winning at times, and hadn’t yet matured as an athlete who knew the outdoor 1,500 in 4:30.10 in Marion, Ind. She backed how to set goals and achieve them. that up by claiming the individual national title in cross “(Harris) just kept telling me — and really should give country in November in Vancouver, Wash. him the credit — he told me he thought she could win Please see Holt, 8 national titles and was that talented,” McCurry recalls.

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Continued from 7 Now the C of I junior is in Geneva, Ohio at the NAIA Indoor National Championships looking to add to her championship resume as she enters this weekend’s title meet No. 1 in the mile (by 12 seconds) and No. 1 in the 3,000 (by 4 seconds).

She’ll also compete for the Coyotes No. 1 distance medley relay (by 21 seconds), with the potential of winning three more titles.

“I want to show every high school runner out there that maybe you didn’t win all the state titles and weren’t the most glorified runner, that you can still be incredible, you can still be a great athlete, you just have to work hard for it, you have to work really, really hard for it.”

That’s been the key in Holt’s transformation into a national champion — which began when McCurry set her goal to win the 1,500 as a sophomore.

It was a huge goal after Holt fractured her fibula during the indoor season last winter.

Now Holt has two championship plaques on her desk where she can see them daily and be inspired, helping drive her average week of running six to seven hours over five days a week, then training the other two days in the pool.

It’s all to drive her to achieve even more, like a team title in the distance medley relay.

“I want to help my teammates achieve some of that success,” she said.

Or to become the most decorated Coyote individual national champion of all time.

“That would be really, really, really special to me, I would really love to do that,” said Holt, whose is chasing the four individual titles of snowboarder Evan Williams (200508) and skier Brent LaBounty (198687).

Or even make it to the U.S. National meet.

“Whatever it is,” Holt said of her future goals, even beyond college, “when I decide not to run any more I want to know I lived up to my potential and I did everything I could with running.”

Then, the formerly underrated Maverick runner can sit back and enjoy the rewards for her hard work.

Centennial claims 5A state championship

TEAM SCORES: Centennial 318.50, Post Falls 232.00, Mountain View 178.50, Lewiston 166.00, Boise 147.00, Highland 117.00, Capital 110.00, Meridian 107.50, Coeur d’Alene 105.50, Madison 68.50, Borah 64.00, Skyline 53.00, Idaho Falls 50.00, Vallivue 47.50, Hilcrest 41.50, Rocky Mountain 41.50, Eagle 38.00, Lake City 16.00, Timberline 7.00

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

WT 98 106 113 120 126 132 138 145 152 160 170 182 195 220 285

CHAMPION Anthony Price, Cd’A Alius Delarosa, Post Falls DeVaughn Sapien, Boise Drake Foster, Post Falls Riley Connolly, Mtn. View Bryce Parson, Lewiston Hayden Tuma, Centennial Jon-Jay Chavez, Centennial Ryan Klemp, Lewiston Austin Wilson, Post Falls Seth McLeod, Post Falls Harley DiLulo, Meridian Richard Anau, Madison Jon Fisher, Centennial Alex Ekins, Capital

FINAL dec. Shea Randall, Borah, 6-4 pin Dorian Sapien, Boise, 1:26 dec. Peter Berger, Post Falls, 2-1 pin Chase Green, Madison, 1:18 pin Matt Park, Centennial, 3:06 pin Hunter Temple, Mtn. View, 1:24 pin John Kenyon, Lewiston, 1:35 pin Collin Sale, Mountain View, 3:42 dec. Kris McFarlane, Centennial, 9-4 dec. Kaden Steingruber, Rocky Mtn., 5-1 md. John Hensley, Meridian, 13-3 dec. Cody Johnson, Post Falls, 9-4 md. Logan Blackwood, Cent., 11-3 pin Canyon Purcell, Boise, 5:42 dec. Davin Addison, Boise, 3-1 (OT)

THIRD-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Pedro Villagomez, Vallivue, dec. Trent Johnson, Centennial, 11-6; 106: Jake Garrison, Centennial, dec. Chance Hudson, Mountain View; 113: Brittan Bell, Highland, dec. AJ Konda, Coeur d’Alene, 5-3; 120: Hunter Manwaring, Capital, pin Brice Jones, Eagle, 2:11; 126: TJ Wolf, Post Falls, dec. Drake Randall, Lewiston, 3-1; 132: Tannar Riekena, Post Falls, dec. Justin Rodgers, Lewiston, 4-2 (OT); 138: Demetrius Romero, Mountain View, md. Zachary Packer, Hilcrest, 12-4; 145: Ken Raymes, Centennial, dec. Laziah Vasquez, Idaho Falls, 3-1; 152: Chris Carp, Meridian, md. Garret Christensen, Highland, 16-3; 160: Nick Lacombe, Mountain View, dec. Drew Randall, Lewiston, 8-1; 170: Brett Walton, Boise, dec. Lane Chadwick, Mountain View, 10-4; 182: Alex Thackery, Mountain View, pin Chris Reinhart, Skyline, 4.:20; 195: Jaxson Landon, Hilcrest, pin Darrian Lobato, Meridian, 2:37; 220: Jacob Fields, Capital, pin Justin Farnsworth, Post Falls, 3:00; 285: Matt James, Coeur d’Alene, pin DJ Maurer, Lewiston, 3:16

FIFTH-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Bridger Carpenter, Idaho Falls, dec. Anthony Phero, Centennial, 6-0; 106: Coy Beasley, Eagle, dec. Tanner Cordingley, Highland, 6-5; 113: CJ Olsen, Centennial, pin Luke Algate, Centennial; 120: Dakota Buffaloe, Highland, pin Marshall Bowen, Lewiston, 4:50; 126: Nick Wells, Lake City, dec. Josh Slater, Borah, 4-3; 132: Zack Campbell, Boise, dec. Wes Raiche, Capital, 6-4; 138: Michael Algate, Centennial, pin Jonny Blanton, Borah, 1:29; 145: Blake Collins, Capital, def. Taylor Owen, Borah, INJ; 152: Nick Roman, Boise, dec. Ryan Despain, Centennial, 7-5 (OT); 160: Levi Reynolds, Centennial, pin Brady Kenney, Idaho Falls, 4:52; 170: Hudson Staub, Coeur d’Alene, dec. Talon Derrick, Centennial, 4-0; 182: Jake Dewey, Centennial, dec. Phonenix Duncan, Coeur d’Alene, 5-2; 195: Jaren Kahoiwai, Capital, pin Ryan Failor, Post Falls, 4:37; 220: Austin George, Highland, pin Adis Smajlovic, Mountain View, 0:34; 285: Leonardo Barba, Meridian, pin Austin Leiva, Centennial, 2:46

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Centennial High junior Hayden Tuma, top, won the 5A 138-pound state championship Saturday at Holt Arena in Pocatello. With the title Tuma became the first Centennial wrestler to win three consecutive state championships.

Three individual champions, 18 placers and a 5A record of 318.5 points led Centennial’s dominating run as state champions.

“I don’t know if I expected that record-setting number of points” said Centennial coach Collin Robertson, whose team finished 86.5 points ahead of second-place Post Falls. “It’s exciting.”

Centennial 138-pounder Hayden Tuma won his third-straight state title, the first in the school’s history to accomplish the feat. Also, 220-pounder Jon Fisher won his second consecutive title and 145-pounder Jon-Jay Chavez (145) won his first.

It’s the program’s first title since 2007.

TEAM SCORES: Columbia 306.50, Kuna 267.00, Bonneville 194.00, Nampa 119.00, Blackfoot 114.50, Lakeland 107.00, Pocatello 96.50, Caldwell 95.00, Middleton 73.50, Twin Falls 73.00, Minico 72.00, Moscow 59.00, Preston 46.00, Mountain Home 27.00, Burley 26.00, Canyon Ridge 26.00, Skyview 26.00, Jerome 24.00, Wood River 24.00, Rigby 23.00, Sandpoint 20.00, Bishop Kelly 19.00, Emmett 17.50, Century 4.00

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

WT 98 106 113 120 126 132 138 145 152 160 170 182 195 220 285

CHAMPION Bryce Fogleman, Nampa Robert Gomez, Caldwell Casey Cobb, Kuna Mikel Perales, Nampa Michael Cook, Kuna Jake Lords, Kuna Tomaz Gonzalez, Columbia Tristian Jarboe, Columbia Jacom Stacey, Bonneville Garrett Grigsby, Columbia Olin Vickers, Columbia Austin Schaffer, Columbia Tim McDonald, Columbia Gabriel Escobedo, Caldwell Carrick Smith, Bonneville

FINAL pin Adam Campos, Columbia, 3:30 pin Jacoby Peterson, Kuna, 3:50 dec. Tony Gonzalez, Caldwell, 7-0 dec. Michael Carr, Middleton, 5-4 dec. Cody Burden, Middleton, 8-1 dec. Kam Reddish, Columbia, 3-1 (OT) dec. Tyler Rios, Columbia, 2-1 (OT) dec. Kurtis Loftis, Kuna, 6-0 def. Kaleb Price, Canyon Ridge dec. Jared Bird, Bonneville, 7-2 dec. Cristian Brandon, Kuna, 4-0 dec. Jordan Nolan, Kuna, 4-2 dec. Jaun Labra, Burley, 5-4 dec. Spencer Moreau, Bonneville, 3-1 pin. Corey Hoch, Bishop Kelly, 2:30

THIRD-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Kade Smith, Pocatello, pin Tim Wofford, Columbia, 2:42; 106: Kaleb Tackett, Columbia, pin Luke Kirby, Pocatello, 4:30: 113: Cameron Dietrich, Preston, dec. Justin Holman, Bonneville, 5-4; 120: Allan Jeppsen, Minico, pin Wyatt Bingham, Minico, 10-5; 126: Donivan Banks, Bonneville, dec. Dustin Hannawalt, Lakeland, 4-2; 132: Isaac Laris, Twin Falls, dec. Chase Lemons, Bonneville, 5-2; 138: Tyler Jaramillo, Kuna, dec. Tanner Jenkins, Skyview, 5-4; 145: Tucker Leavitt, Blackfoot, dec. Brandon Yount, Lakeland, 4-0; 152: Tanner Beck, Columbia, pin Brady Portenier, Middleton, 3:35; 160: Sam Bruce, Moscow, pin Wytt Bedke, Minico, 2:52; 170: Chris Alvarez, Nampa, pin Killian Estes, Lakeland, 1:42; 182: Randy Emery, Kuna, dec. Jackson Cook, Bonneville, 6-4; 195: Jordan Vielma, Bonneville, dec. Landon Hatch, Twin Falls, 5-3 (OT); 220: Austin Silsby, Kuna, dec. Alex Iszler, Pocatello, 7-1; 285: JC English, Kuna, pin Jonathan Littlejohn, Blackfoot, 3:09

FIFTH-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Jacob Lucas, Mountain Home, dec. Austin Pierson, Jerome, 10-5; 106: Kieton Keller, Preston md. Lane Hunt, Blackfoot, 14-4; 113: Kohl Bingham, Blackfoot, pin Tyson Hendricks, Lakeland, 1:56; 120: Devin Porter, Preston, dec. Austin Hoobler, Lakeland, 8-1;126: Romen Barela, Pocatello, dec. Jacob Gomez, Nampa, 8-2; 132: Tate Hansen, Blackfoot, md.

Felipe Contreras, Caldwell, 11-2; 138: Cutler Gneiting, Rigby, dec. Chad Mille, Lakeland, 6-0; 145: Braxton Jensen, Pocatello, dec. Will Putman, Lakeland, 6-1; 152: Ruben Pulido, Blackfoot def.

Tom Bailey, Wood River, INJ; 160: Conner Henderson, Blackfoot pin Josh Brandt, Skyview, 2:47; 170: Bryant Sargent, Blackfoot, md. TJ Strunk, Minico, 11-3; 182: Chance Connell, Twin Falls, pin Jon McCormick, Sandpoint, 3:27; 195: Dallin Hatch, Twin Falls, dec. Joey Reintjes, Moscow, 4-2; 220: Jarod Paul, Moscow, md. Jacob Harvey, Middleton, 11-2; 285: Jayden Vassell, Moscow, dec.

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3A state tournament results

TEAM SCORES: Weiser 227.50, Fruitland 182.50, Snake River 166.50, Sugar-Salem 136.00, Bonners Ferry 125.50, American Falls 120.00, Teton 106.00, Homedale 101.50, Timberlake 96.50, Gooding 96.00, Bear Lake 94.00, South Fremont 85.00, Kellogg 78.00, Kimberly 72.50, Parma 60.00, Priest River 59.00, Filer 49.00, Buhl 41.50, Shelley 39.00, Marsh Valley 22.00, Payette 11.00

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

WT 98 106 113 120 126 132 138 145 152 160 170 182 195 220 285

CHAMPION Treyton Nilsson, Snake Riv. Jacob Frost, Snake River Tyler Hardy, Homedale Blake Ivie, Kellogg Lionel Perez, Weiser Tanner Mulberry, Kimberly Blaine Invernon, Bon. Ferry Garrett Wood, Sugar-Salem Nic Arnold, Sugar-Salem Stephen Mejia, Buhl Eric Corona, Fruitland Julian Gallegos, Amer. Falls Jesse Dewey, Teton Efrain Medel, Amer. Falls Cole McGinnis, Gooding

FINAL dec. Bubba Boots, South Fre. 4-2 pin Chris Beltran, Weiser, 1:25 dec. Skylerr Valentine, Snake R., 10-6 pin Kaden Bench, Snake River, 5:07 pin Kody Hongslo, Timberlake, 3:41 dec. Tyler Popkin, Priest River, 8-5 dec. Chase Call, Shelley, 6-1 md. Cody Bumgarner, Fruitland, 12-0 dec. Torin Brunson, Gooding, 4-2 dec. Matt Petero, Weiser, 8-2 pin Ty Johnson, Weiser, 1:51 pin Garret Hyde, Bear Lake, 0:24 dec. Matt Loughran, Weiser, 7-2 pin Garrett Larsen, Fruitland, 1:05 pin Hayden Herrick, Weiser, 0:22

THIRD-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Aaron Smith, Bonners Ferry, dec. Ryan Starr, Timberlake, 4-3; 106: Garrett Brogan, Bear Lake, dec. Nash Johnson, Homedale, 5-0; 113: Luke Brogan, Bear Lake, pin Robert Diaz, Fruitland, 4:09; 120: Cade Cooke, Teton, pin Dakota Myers, Fruitland, 0:24; 126: Devin Fisher, Homedale, dec. Ryker Merrill, Sugar-Salem, 10-8; 132: Kody Hill, Teton, def. Brady DeYoung, Weiser, INJ; 138: Scott Jensen, Parma, dec. Abraham Torres, American Falls, 7-5; 145: Chris Vergobbi, Kellogg, md. Tyson Burgemeister, American Falls, 11-2; 152: Tyler Badertscher, Timberlake, pin Noah Hall, Weiser, 1:36; 160: JaCade Jones, Filer, pin Jovan Cornejo, Homedale, 1:08; 170: Brian Fink, Priest River, pin Forrest Herring, Timberlake, 1:42; 182: Alex Lehman, Filer, pin Sam Dalton, Gooding, 1:30; 195: Carman Krichbaum, Bonners Ferry, pin Christion Ketchu, Fruitland, 4:02; 220: Trey Hood, Weiser, dec. Straton Crapo, Sugar-Salem, 11-6; 285: Jonathan Gaspar, Bonners Ferry, de. Matt Parke, South Fremont, 3-1

FIFTH-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Shane Loughran, Weiser , dec. Kendall Fletcher, Fruitland, 5-2; 106: Dakota Whittaker, Parma, pin Dailyn Johnson, Timberlake, 4:41; 113: Braxton Stocking, Sugar-Salem, dec. Kristian Claudio, Weiser, 4-3; 120: Hayden Wood, Sugar-Salem, dec. Hadley Hoopes, South Fremont, 8-5; 126: Jacob Herman, Kimberly, dec, Takoda Bingham, Shelley, 9-5; 132: Jade Green, Sugar-Salem, dec. Bo Hohenfield, American Falls, 6-1; 138: Wyatt Volger, Snake River, md. Bailey King, Fruitland, 11-0; 145: Parker Davis, Bonners Ferry, dec. Dallas Hopkins, Priest River, 12-7; 152: Nik Fagen, Fruitland, pin Cutler Howell, Snake River, 3:16; 160: Quinn Cummings, Bonners Ferry , pin JT Grover, Kimberly, 1:27; 170: Tate Grover, American Falls, pin Jeret Angell, South Fremont, 0:47; 182: Chase Fiddler, Fruitland, pin Kenneth Berry, Kellogg, 4:25; 195: Brad McCain, Homedale, dec. Landunn Koyle, Gooding, 5-1; 220: Mitch Lauridsen, Bear Lake, pin Blaze Eckman, South Fremont, 1:49; 285: Jake Hoggan, Teton, pin Oscar Camacho, Parma, 1:45

2A/1A state tournament results

TEAM SCORES: Declo 176.50, Melba 156.00, Malad 142.00, North Fremont 118.00, Ririe 114.50, Firth 95.50, North Gem 92.50, Prairie 90.00, St. Maries 84.00, Challis 76.00, New Plymouth 74.50, McCall-Donnelly 73.00, Potlatch 57.00, Orofino 52.00, Salmon 51.00, West Side 48.00, Grangeville 44.00, Kootenai 40.00, Aberdeen 35.00, Glenns Ferry 33.00, Marsing 33.00, Oakley 29.50, West Jefferson 27.00, Valley 26.00, Raft River 25.00, Mackay 24.00, Wallace 24.00, Grace 20.00, Cascade 18.00, Wendell 16.00, Kamiah 9.00, Mulin 4.00, Garden Valley 3.00, Clearwater Valley 1.00, Shoshone 1.00, Soda Springs 1.00, Rim Rock 0.00

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

WT 98 106 113 120 126 132 138 145 152 160 170 182 195 220 285

CHAMPION Mathew Barfuss, N. Gem Kevin Mora, Mackay Kade Sessions, North Fre. Aldon Bishop, North Fre. T.J. Thacker, Ririe Levi Perry, Melba Justin Williams, N. Gem Jared Johnshoy, Melba Ruger Piva, Challis Rowdy Paul, Potlatch Zach Lowen, McCall Troy Richardson, Melba Luke Madsen, Firth Kage Osterhout, Declo Riley Crossley, Melba

FINAL pin Dallin Ward, Malad, 5:20 dec. Casey Burley, Salmon, 4-2 dec. Seth Lowen, McCall, 6-3 dec. Rob Pair, Cascade, 7-2 dec. Rainier Montes, McCall, 4-2 (OT) dec. Alex Duman, Prairie, 10-5 dec. Stirland Zollinger, Declo, 2-1 (OT) dec. Josh Phillips, Declo, 12-6 tf. Joseph Bloomsburg, St. Maries, 21-6 pin Caleb Williams, North Gem, 1:35 dec. Jason Gillette, Declo, 4-1 dec. Kaleb Nelson, Ririe, 3-2 dec. Kaleb Orchard, Ririe, 3-2 pin Curtis Dolson, Wallace, 1:30 dec. Chance Boyer, Malad, 5-2

THIRD-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Levi Austin, New Plymouth, pin Radney Smith, Ririe, 2:55; 106: Logan Dittman (10), St. Maries Dec 5 Carson McClain (11), Malad, 6-4; 113: Steven Zettel (10), Challis Dec 13 Tyler Ross (12), Prairie, 1-0; 120: Carson Roberts (12), West Side Fall 10 Vladi Garcia (11), Valley, 2.04; 126: John Nunnelee (10), Declo Fall 5 Tayler Heitman (12), Prairie, 2.52; 132: Layton Wasia (11), Firth Dec 16 Dakota Stallions (12), New Plymouth, 3-1 DOT; 138: Blake Perry (12), Melba Fall 9 Wyatt Smith (11), Raft River, 1.36; 145: Kade Perrin (12), Prairie Dec 5 Quinn Eliason (12), Malad, 3-1; 152: Nate Shenk (12), Glenns Ferry Dec 9 Dillon Danner (12), Marsing, 5-4; 160: Conner Montgomery (11), Firth Fall 14 Aaron Elliot (12), Orofino, 0.50; 170: Kyle Brown (11), Potlatch Fall 9 Matt Lindberg (12), Firth, 1.18; 182: McCoy Roberts (12), West Side Dec 16 Matthew Speelman (12), Kootenai, 8-4; 195: Drexton Thrall (11), Declo Fall 5 Nick Muller (12), Orofino, 0.55; 220: Conner Caudill (12), Ririe Fall 6 Billy Schwartz (11), Kootenai, 1.51; 285: Tyrel Goebel (12), North Fremont Dec 12 Ty Paul (12), Grangeville, 1-0

FIFTH-PLACE MATCHES

98 POUNDS: Brody Smith, Oakley, dec. Brock Udy, Malad, 4-0; 106: William Wells, Oakley, dec. Hayden Humphrey, St. Maries, 8-2; 113: Wesley Peterson, Malad, dec. Cody Svedin, Melba, 8-4; 120: Austin Andersen, Aberdeen , pin Dally Ratcliff, Prairie, 3:45; 126: Josh Richmond, St. Maries, dec. RJ Cotant, Challis, 11-5; 132: Haiden Martindale, North Fremont, pin Blaine Phillips, Declo, 2:05; 138: Trager Abatti, Challis, dec. Jayden Moon,Malad, 2-0(OT); 145: Clancy Beck, Aberdeen, pin Ryan Kesl, Salmon, 1:43; 152: Westyn Thompson, North Gem, dec. Eric Eliason, Malad, 7-3; 160: Daniel McGregor, Grace, pin Bradley Payne, Declo, 1:58; 170: Phillip Walters, Grangeville, pin Anthony Jones, Orofino,1:51; 182: Zak Clark, North Fremont, pin Matt Hunt, Wendell, 2:59; 195: Fabian Medrano, Melba, pin Ty Loveland, Declo, 2:39; 220: Marcus Davis, New Plymouth, pin Noah Grossman, Marsing, 0:22; 285: Ty Luke Harris, New Plymouth , dec. Edy Mesillas, Glenns Ferry, 2-0 (OT)

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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Meridian Parks and Recreation? Is it all the great amenities at Settlers Park? Is it the beautiful new Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park?

Those answers would be understandable because those parks are a wonderful part of Meridian’s park system and are tremendous assets to our community, but Meridian Parks and Recreation is so much more than just great parks.

We plan fun camps for the children in our community. We want to give kids great parks to spend time in, but we also want to make sure they have something exciting to do.

Later this month we have two spring break camps for 6- to 10-year-olds and 11- to 14-year-olds. Our camps are always hands-on and get kids active. We play games outside, make arts and crafts, go on field trips — we even do science projects.

Some people are also surprised when they learn we offer community classes. We teach sign language and sports classes for preschoolers, music and drawing lessons for kids, dance and watercolor classes for adults, we even teach classes like yoga and zumba to help you stay in shape. Our list of classes goes on and on. We make sure there is something everyone in your family will enjoy.

The Parks and Recreation Department is also responsible for organizing community sports leagues. We offer softball, volleyball, basketball, flag football, even dodgeball.

If you want to play softball this spring, now is the time to start organizing your team. We offer co-ed and men’s slowpitch softball leagues. And with over 100 teams in our league, you can always find a division that is right for your ability level.

If you want to play, don’t wait too long to sign up. The deadline to register is March 22.

Our city’s wonderful parks are just a part of Meridian Parks and Recreation. Remember, next time you want to learn a new skill, introduce your kids to a sport or you want to start playing a sport again, keep us in mind. If you have any questions, please visit www.meridiancity.org/parks_rec or give us a call at 888-3579. We hope to see you out and about in one of our parks or at one of the activities we offer soon!

Linda Clark is superintendent of the Meridian Joint School District No. 2.

Colin Moss is the Meridian Parks and Recreation Department’s recreation coordinator.

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Nobody likes construction, but we really appreciate ACHD’s updates on the road closures.

Eagle Elementary School of the Arts, Galileo Math and Science STEM Academy (imagine a school where the engineering curriculum begins in kindergarten), Summerwind Math and Science STEM Academy (envision a school where students begin in-depth study of environmental science in elementary school), Spalding Math and Technology STEM Academy (where elementary students learn, among other things, about video production), Lowell Scott Middle School’s Primera Art Magnet, Andrus and Mary McPherson Gifted and Talented Magnets — the list literally goes on and on.

Our district remains committed to offering students and their families educational choices. Next fall, our next choice school, the Barbara Morgan STEM Academy, will open, offering a new area in our district educational options for its students.

Our schools of choice are highly successful and have waiting lists for enrollment. Our district currently has about the same number of students attending magnet schools of choice as all the students in all the state’s charter schools combined.

At the same time, while we know that there are about 8,000 students in a school of choice in Joint School District No. 2, there are also the parents of 27,000 students who have made the conscious and deliberate choice to stay at their children’s home school because they recognize these are high-quality schools, and they love it there, too.

In the end, if the goal is choice — choice for all kids — school districts are uniquely positioned to offer it, and we do.

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This spring, students from Renaissance High School will graduate with an international baccalaureate degree in one hand and an associate degree in the other.

At Meridian, Central and Eagle academies, students choose to attend an educational program that helps them achieve their goal to graduate from high school.

At the Meridian Professional Center, students can enroll in programs that will help them begin careers as welders, mechanics, pharmacy technicians or veterinarians.

At Ponderosa Elementary, students with hearing impairments can choose to attend a special program that helps foster their learning success.

The Meridian Joint School District No. 2 has a long tradition of offering school choice. We began first by offering programs for at-risk high school students in the early ‘90s and have expanded that program to include Crossroads and Pathways middle schools.

In the mid-90s we began offering school calendar choices for parents with the opening of Pioneer, Seven Oaks, Spalding and Chaparral elementary schools.

In the late 1990s we began expanding choices for high school students with the Dehryl Dennis Professional Technical School, a partnership school with the Boise School District that allows high school students to pursue interests in welding, auto body, repair, electronics and other professional technical fields.

In fall 2004, the district broke more new ground with the opening of Christine Donnell School of the Arts, the first magnet school in Idaho. The educational opportunities have accelerated ever since: Pioneer Elementary School of the Arts,

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he Meridian Symphony, under the baton of artistic director and conductor Jim Ogle and featuring prize-winning guest pianist Ran Duan, presents its winter concert, “Music for Lovers,” tonight in Middleton and Saturday at Centennial High School in Boise.

The family-friendly concert features some of the greatest romantic music ever composed, including The Wedding March from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with soloist Ran Duan and Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasia Overture.

Duan, a doctoral student in piano performance at the University of Utah, has participated in many national and international competitions, winning top prize in the He Bei piano competition in 2002 and third prize in the China International Hope Cup Competition that same year. She was twice named in the “top 30 pianists” in China’s premier musical competition, “Golden Bell.” Duan received her bachelor of music degree from the China Conservatory, and a master’s in piano performance from the Cleveland Institute of Music.

Music What: Opera Idaho performs Leoncavallo’s “Pagliacci” When: 7:30 p.m. tonight and 2:30 p.m. Sunday Where: The Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main, Boise Website: operaidaho.org Tickets: Adults $22 to $69; seniors $20 to $62; children $15 to $54

About the symphony

What: John Adams Band Tribute to John Denver When: 7:30 p.m. tonight Where: Kuna Performing Arts Center, 637 E. Deer Flat Road, Kuna Website: kunaperform ingartscenter.org Tickets: $12 and $15

Now in its 23nd season, the 72-member Meridian Symphony includes players from many walks of life, including music educators and professional musicians, lawyers, bankers, small business owners, homemakers and others. The symphony presents four concerts each season and several summer performances, and is dedicated to providing quality entertainment in a family-friendly, educationally-focused environment. Find out more at meridiansymphony.org.

About the conductor

Ogle was named artistic director and conductor of the Meridian Symphony in June 2012. He served for 20 seasons as conductor and artistic director of the Boise Philharmonic and upon his retirement in 2007 was named conductor emeritus. Daniel Wiley, a

by Dan Lea Submitted photo Boise State University senior music news@mymeridianpress.com education major, is the symphony’s Renowned pianist Ran Duan will perform with the Meridian Symphony tonight © 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS assistant conductor. and Saturday.

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NAMPA — Families can help celebrate the 104th anniversary of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the refuge visitor center, 13751 Upper Embankment Road. Enter the refuge at corner of Indiana and Roosevelt.

At 2:30 p.m., “The Beauty of Deer Flat Refuge” slide presentation will be presented by Terrell Moffett from his book, “Silent Solitude.”Terrell is a photography instructor at Columbia High School and offers concurrent credit courses a NNU. He also owns Moffett Gallery in Nampa. A book signing will follow Terrell’s presentation and his book will be available for purchase.

At 3:30 p.m., free coffee and refreshments will be hosted by Flying M Coffee of Nampa. An information exchange regarding refuge programs, projects and volunteer opportunities will allow visitors to learn about the many ways they can enjoy the refuge and how they can become involved.

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Idaho Sportsman Show at Expo Idaho GARDEN CITY — Four days packed with all of the latest gear, RVs, boats, ATVs, tips and trips from guides and outfitters, an elk-calling contest, seminars and a host of kids activities are planned at this year’s Idaho Sportsman Show, which runs today through Sunday at Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood at Chinden. The event is a one-stop headquarters for outdoor enthusiasts as they prepare to enjoy the Gem State’s natural wonders.

Show hours are 5 to 9 p.m. today, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and free to children 12 and under.

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BOISE — Dress up in your tea party finest, participate in the dress parade, dance and dream at Ballet Idaho’s popular Tea For Tutus event Saturday, March 9, at the Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy, 516 S. 9th St. Participants dance in three music and movement workshops taught by faculty members and have the opportunity to dream of the Swan princess and her prince from the ballet “Swan Lake” while watching an excerpt from the upcoming production by Ballet Idaho. They also have a chance to discover the joy and beauty of ballet.

For parents there will be a silent auction featuring ballerina and princess-themed cakes, story ballet-inspired tea sets, spa days, art and more.

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What: Northwest Nazarene University Music Department presents “Peter Pan” When: 7:30 p.m.

March 7 to 9 Where: Swayne Auditorium, Brandt Center at NNU, Nampa Website: nnu.ed/brandt Tickets: $10/GA, $8 students and seniors

What: “Ghost Hunters” Live! with Jason Hawes and Steve Gonsalves When: 8 tonight Where: Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise Website: idahotickets.com Tickets: $27.50 to $75

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Theater What: Stage Coach Theatre presents “Painting Churches” When: Tonight, Saturday, March 7 to 10 and March 14 to 16; 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8:15 p.m. Fri. and Sat.; 2 p.m. Sunday matinees Where: Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Street, Boise Website: stage coachtheatre.com or stagecoachtheatre. evenbrite.com Tickets: $15

What: Modern dance company Pilobolus When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise Website: idahotickets.com Tickets: $29.50 and $39.50

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“I basically got to the point that I hit a brick wall and I realized that what I was doing was not good for my life anymore,” owner 12/31/12: Opened Alesa Lonseth said, who left 9: Staff size her job at Micron Technolo3,557: Square feet gy to open Slanted Rock with her husband, Bob Lonseth.

The tech industry was tap room hours all she knew, which made 4-9 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday the switch scary, she said, 12-10 p.m. Friday, Saturday but worth it. Bob still works as a software engineer at contact Micron.

2374 East Cinema Drive “There was something Suite 100, Meridian strong in me saying that this 288-2192 was what we needed to do and that we would be successful at it, and I don’t doubt that to this day,” Lonseth said. “We’ve had multiple people come in here and go, ‘Wow, you guys are just blessed

by Holly Beech at how well this Greg Kreller/MP hbeech@mymeridianpress.com is going.’”

Slanted Rock Brewery owners Alesa Lonseth and Bob Lonseth and sales and marketing manager Amy Wardle hold up their pints © 2013 Meridian Press The brewing at the new brewery at 2374 Cinema Drive in Meridian. company has four beer selections sold inIt would have been cheaper to follow the trend of opening a house and in almost two dozen local restaurants, such as Gino’s, Brewforia, Cheerleaders, Big Al’s, Red Robin, Bittercreek and Flat- brewery in Garden City, Lonseth said, but as Meridian residents, Alesa and Bob wanted to support their community. bread.

The leap of faith seems to be paying off.

The beer has been well-received.

“To me it was a God thing — he has a way of making people “Boise’s an IPA-driven town, a lot of people love the IPAs here, but our Red, the dark ale, everything we’ve put out there has had pay attention to what he wants, and he wanted me to change digreat a response,” sales and marketing manager Amy Wardle said. rections,” she said. “...You have an idea and you have a concept in Slanted Rock doesn’t offer food, but Wardle books a food truck your brain, but actually seeing it materialize and now the accepalmost every Friday and Saturday evening. When the weather gets tance of the beer and the quality of the product we’re putting out, it’s just amazing.” warmer, expect patio seating and live music.

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Camp Bow Wow pet sitting, boarding celebrates grand opening MERIDIAN — Camp Bow Wow, a pet sitting and boarding service, will celebrate its grand opening in Meridian with a ribbon cutting March 5.

Dogs can spend the day or stay overnight at Camp Bow Wow where they get attention from “Certified Camp Counselors,” while getting exercise and interacting with other dogs. Dogs that stay overnight get their own cabin that includes a bed with fleece blanket in a climate controlled atmosphere. Dogs from the same household can stay in a cabin together.

Camp Bow Wow also offers Home Buddies, an in-home pet sitting service, that includes dog walking, in-home web cam rentals, pet waste cleanup service and more.

Camp Bow Wow is located at 2134 E. Franklin Road.

The ribbon cutting and grand opening event will begin at 1:45 p.m.

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Locals gather at the Idaho Foodbank Friday to hear the results of the Dump Hunger food drive, which over the course of five years has collected more than 2.75 million pounds of food in western states.

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The Rocky Mountain High dance team performs at Columbia High School.

NAMPA — Rocky Mountain and Centennial high schools are among the leading contenders after dominating EP AHE the 5A District T SIII dance competition at Columbia High School last weekend.

Mountain View and Meridian high schools will also compete in the March 15-16 state finals at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa. More than 300 dancers from 16 area high schools competed in the event.

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MERIDIAN — Boise and Meridian residents and businesses donated 213,706 pounds of food for the Idaho Foodbank in the fifth annual Dump Hunger initiative.

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Caldwell.

Call 459-4434.

Equal Housing Opportunity

We will accept lottery entries for our Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance program in Canyon County during a two week period beginning on March 1, 2013 and ending on March 14, 2013. All entries must be returned to our office by 3:30 pm or postmarked by the US Postal Service no later than March 14, 2013. The lottery entry forms can be picked up at the Dept. of Health & Welfare, 3402 Franklin Rd., Caldwell, Idaho; WICAP, 114 E. Simplot Blvd., Caldwell, Idaho; Dept. of Health & Welfare, 823 Park Center Way, Nampa, Idaho; Nampa Salvation Army Social Services, (parking lot entrance), 403 12th Ave. So. Nampa, Idaho; SICHA office, 377 Cornell Street, Middleton, Idaho during normal business hours. You can also download the lottery entry form from our web site at www.sicha.org. We will randomly choose 75 entries to be placed on the waiting list on March 28, 2013. As needed, during the ensuing 12 months, we will randomly select lottery entries from the lottery applications. Each time we select from the lottery pool, we will advertise the date and number of entries to be chosen for the waiting list and notify the winning applicants.

After one year, all remaining lottery entries will be discarded and we will reopen the lottery process.

Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority Igualdad de Oportunidad en la Vivienda Aceptaremos formas de entrada para la lotería de nuestro programa de Certificado de Renta de Seccion 8 en el Condado del Canyon. Aceptaremos las formas de entrada por dos semanas, comenzando el día primer de Marzo del 2013, terminando el día 14 de Marzo del 2013. Todas las formas de entrada deberán ser entregadas a nuestra oficina para las tres y media de la tarde o deberán portar el matasello del Correo de Los Estados Unidos, a más tardar del 14, Marzo del 2013. Las formas podrán ser recogidas en el Departamento de Salud y Bienestar, 3402 Franklin Rd., Caldwell, Idaho; en la oficina de WlCAP, 114 E. Simplot Blvd., Caldwell, Idaho; el Departamento de Salud y Bienestar, 823 Park Center Way, Nampa, Idaho; Nampa Salvation Army Servicios Sociales, (entrada del estacionamiento), 403 12th Ave. So., Nampa, Idaho; SICHA oficina, 377 Cornell Street, Middleton, Idaho durante el horario normal de oficina. También puedes descargar la entrada para la lotería de nuestra página de internet en www.sicha.org. Seleccionaremos 75 formas de entrada para iniciar nuestra lista de espera el día 28 de Marzo del 2013. Según lo necesario, y durante el año, estaremos sorteando las entradas que permanezcan. Cuando sea tiempo de hacer una nueva selección, anunciaremos la fecha y la cantidad de entradas que serán escogidas para la nueva lista de espera y nos comunicaremos con los aplicantes que fueron elegidos. En el lapso de un año, todas las formas de entrada restantes serán descartadas y el proceso comenzara de nuevo.

Employment CITY OF CALDWELL

HEALTHCARE NURSING OPPORTUNITIES Bridgeview Estates in Twin Falls

Applications are being accepted for positions at the Caldwell Public Swimming Pool.

Visit www.cityofcaldwell.com for details. Closing date: March 15, 2013 EOE DRIVERS Drivers: Inexperienced? Get on the Road to a Successful Career with CDL Training.

Regional Training Locations.

Train and WORK for Central Refrigerated 800-993-7483

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Central Refrigerated 800-993-7483

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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR for kiosk booth selling Idaho Press Tribune newspaper subscriptions. Day rate + commissions. Must be outgoing and friendly.

Contact Chris Hellwig 866-3775

MARYLAND Village Independent living SICHA approved 1 bedroom, 1 bath. $546 + $300 deposit.

1737 Sunnyridge. 442-4300

Staff Development Coordinator

Full-time position available.

Must be an Idaho-licensed RN with previous teaching or training experience plus two or more years in a long-term care setting.

MDS Coordinator

Full-time and part-time positions available. Must be a Idaho-licensed RN with MDS 3.0 experience. Long-term care experience preferred.

RN | LPN | CNA

Full-time positions available for Idaho-licensed nurses and Idaho-certified nursing assistants. Long-term care experience preferred.

We offer competitive pay and great benefits in a team-oriented environment.

Lela Higgins 208-736-3933 208-736-3941 Fax 1828 Bridgeview Blvd.

Twin Falls, ID 83301 Lela_Higgins@LCCA.com Visit us: LCCA.COM EOE/M/F/V/D 38367

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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

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

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

NAMPA 3 bedroom, 1 bath, garage & enclosed fence. $650/month, $500 deposit.

Call 459-6393 or 901-2239

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.

Serving Nampa/Caldwell

466-4888

1-2-3 Bedroom Units $300-$900 www.qmtrust.com RCE-401

HAPPY VALLEY PARK Double/singlewide lots available.

Quick freeway access.

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

We are accepting quality properties in Nampa/Caldwell.

Owners Choice Property Management 467-0027

CALDWELL CONDO, 2 large bedrooms, 2 BATH, vaulted ceilings, very nice unit in good location. Water, sewer, trash paid, $700 per month + deposit.

454-1759.

NAMPA 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1000 sq. ft. by NNU. W/D hookups, carport, some utilities paid, no smoking/pets. $450/month + deposit.

Call 863-6855.

465-5353 MIDWAY PARK Quiet Country Park 2 spaces available.

465-5353

FOR LEASE:

Cheap rates 6121 Cleveland Blvd.

Could be used for retail or office space.

Call 208-454-1639 or 218-989-8721

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You will never be the same after you experience the challenge and joy of working with our children. Shodair Children’s Hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach to provide complex psychiatric care for the children of Montana. We are looking for a few special nurses to be an important part of our special place. If you have a calling for keeping children healthy, hopeful and safe, we want to hear from you. Please visit us at www.shodair. org to learn more about us and the wonderful opportunity that awaits you.

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Electrician-Millwright-Dry Kiln Operator Electrician-Millwright-Dry Kiln Operator Idaho Forest Group – Laclede

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Call 465-0507.

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

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Idaho Forest Group in Laclede, Idaho is currently looking for Electricians, Millwrights and Dry Kiln Operators.

New jobs posted daily

Pet cats with additional deposit.

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

Logan Park

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Journeyman license preferred but not required Industrial/manufacturing experience desired Ability to read and understand printed materials

Advertising Sales- Entry Level The Idaho Press-Tribune is seeking qualified candidates for an entry level Advertising Sales Representative. This is a full-time 40 hour a week position with a base salary plus commissions.

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 working with customers and prospects to help grow their business? Are you comfortable making a high level of telephone sales calls on a daily basis? If you answered YES to all these questions you should consider applying for this job opportunity.

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. In this role you will work closely with local businesses on a variety of advertising and marketing fronts including print, digital, mobile and social media.

You will develop a deep understand of a client's needs and ultimately provide expertise that include custom tailored marketing programs designed to drive results.

This is an entry level sales position with excellent career advancement opportunities. We provide an outstanding work environment, training, support, resources, a competitive base salary, a monthly bonus program with excellent earning potential.

The advertising department culture is very fast paced and extremely deadline driven. Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must. We 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 mdavison@idahopress.com.

Qualified applicants should send a resume to peby@idfg.com, mail to: Idaho Forest Group PO Box 220, Laclede, ID. 83841 Attn: HR or fax to 208-2656527. IFG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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DRIVERS wanted. Hot shot deliveries. Need CDL & MVR report. Call Kavin 208-250-9644

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90 Temporary Forestry Workers.

Anthony Bull Company 4/19/13-11/15/13. All applicants must be able (w/o reasonable accommodation) willing, qualified to perform work described in this JO/Ad and must be available for the entire period specified. Multiple counties in the state of ID. Report to work Valley, ID. Transport provided, designated locale to job site. Hrs: 8a-4:30p. 35hr/wk up to possibly 45hr/wk. May be a possibility of weekend work; Sabbath not a requirement. $9.37-12.41/hr OT $14.06-18.62/hr. Wage varies per area. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or OT. Employer will comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to OT hours. Production Standard/Piece Rate may apply on some contracts. DOE. Must have 3 months of commercial brushsaw/chainsaw. Manual duties outdoors for reforestation: maintain and develop woodlands, including hand planting of tree seedlings (1500-2000 daily) w/o J/U root, maintain surrounding vegetation by hand prune, clear surrounding vegetation and other forestry activities related to SOC 45-4011.

Tools provided. Use-repair-maintain employer provided tools/gear, equip. loss due to neglect, undue damage, theft, disappearance: deducted from employees pay.

Must walk substantially (up to 15 miles daily), also stoop, bend while carrying pack (up to 50lb) through rough terrain (non-trail). Attention to Detail: complete tasks.

Drug testing during employment at supervisor discretion.

Test failure or non-compliance results in immediate dismissal. Due to travel & contracts reqd age: 18. Reqd to show proof of legal authority to work in U.S. Send resume/application with contact info by fax: 208-5366666 or by email: anthonybull2@gmail.com

OUR CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS! Digital Advertising Specialist

Multimedia Account Executive

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

Do you understand search engine optimization, search engine marketing and ratings & reviews? Are you familiar with Social Media and the avenues of marketing this can create for businesses? Do you enjoy working directly with local businesses? 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.

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.

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.

In this role you will work closely with local businesses to develop their digital marketing plan. Key responsibilities are selling a suite of digital services which includes websites, social media, mobile, search, reputation management and more. Other digital products include deals, contests, ad impression buys, etc.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, specifically directly related examples of past success in a similar role. Email the cover letter and resume to asammons@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

Agriculture/Auctions SELLING GOOD QUALITY HAY 1/2 ton bales, $135/bale.

We deliver.

1-208- 482-7422.

Alfalfa, Corn & Grass Seed's Lowest prices, we deliver.

Ray Odermott 800-910-4101 208-465-5280

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Greg Granden Custom Haystacking & Retrieving

Call 250-1965 Thank You!

29TH ANNUAL

Salers Bull and Female Sale.

Tues. March 26th, 1PM Treasure Valley Livestock, Caldwell, Idaho For catalogs 1-208-924-5106.

STRAW $3.50/bale.

Delivery available!

Call 454-5146 or 570-2603.

REGISTERED Polled Hereford bull calf, born 6/18/12. 700 pounds. $1100. 880-7474 or 880-0422

Transportation To place an ad call the Idaho Press-Tribune Classifieds 2005 FORD FOCUS SES

ZX5 4dr hatchback. 2.0 4 cyld.

Auto, air, cruise/tilt, pwr windows/locks, keyless entry, 6 disc CD, new radials. 26+ MPG. Very sharp! Excellent condition. $8,000 retail, 1st $5,850. 409-3702

FORD 2012 Focus SEL. 4 door Hatchback, 2.0 auto, air, cruise/tilt, power windows, locks, keyless entry, power sunroof, heated seats, CD, silver/black leather + more. 16K miles. Below wholesale $15,850. 409-3702

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• Chimney Relines • Rebuilds/Repairs • Caps/dampers • Furnaces Cleaned • Smoke problems solved

866-829-2872 or 208-695-7542 Saferchimney.com

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Handyman Service

Wind damage, leaks, tear offs, reroofing, roof overlay.

Additions, remodels, and flooring.

Licensed and insured.

Call 991-7648 CLIFF RODERICK CONSTRUCTION HANDYMAN SERVICES Bath and Kitchen Remodel Painting, tiles, doors, windows, cabinets, moldings, countertops, laminates, drywall, fencing, and much more!

Call 631-9939.

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FARMERS:

We are offering Contracts for high moisture corn delivered to our feedlot south of Marsing for Fall of 2013 delivery.

If interested please call:

Duane 208-850-1426

Brett 208-731-0771

LIVE PUBLIC AUCTION Wednesday March 20th 1:00 pm. Preview: Monday, March 18th 10am-4pm.

Dealers Auto Auction of Idaho 3323 Port Street Nampa, ID 208-463-8250 www.daaofidaho.com Information Subject to Change

UP TO $300 PAID For unwanted vehicles.

We remove.

Call 466-5301 days or 466-4155 evenings.

Looking to rent?

FOR RENT

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GET YOUR R.V. READY BEFORE THE RUSH 10% DISCOUNT ON REPAIR PARTS AND LABOR. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! 208-795-5999

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Call Ed 899-6232.

pjbconstruction.com Licensed & Insurance #RCT-374 • Electrical • Plumbing • Sheet rock • Finish work • Floor covering • Additions

Hauling Services

For free quotes,

484-1515 Landscaping

GOT MUD? Need gravel.

We deliver.

Eden Sprinkler

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Want to buy 5-gallon lay down propane tank. Reasonable.

459-0515

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$15 & Up Lawn Mowing

All phases of home repairs, 25 years experience, no job too big or small.

One Call, That's All.

John 208-250-0710

2005 CHEVY COLORADO 2 wheel drive, extended cab, four door. Automatic, new tires, brakes, shocks, water pump and fan clutch. 82,000 miles. $8000.

Call 250-0625.

Home Improvement

HANDYMAN SERVICES

CHIMNEY SWEEP

WILSON CREEK CATTLE FEEDERS LLC

NOW YOUR CLASSIFIED 7+ day ad will hit 11,000 more homes!

Vehicles from: State of Idaho Dept. of Fish & Game, State of Idaho Dept. of Health and Welfare, City of Boise, State Tax Commission, State of Idaho Dept. of Parks & Recreation, State of Idaho Dept. of Corrections, Boise State University & others.

Construction BOISE'S BEST ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION

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EASY Calving Murray Greys Registered bulls, bred females, semen.

Call 466-0449

20+ Years Experience Hay & Grass For sale 4 Ton Minimum

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.

459-3579 KODIAK LANDSCAPE LLC Full service landscaping, installation & removal, lawncare, weekly service & aerating, thatching, spring cleanups, pruning & tree trimming. Free estimates.

Call 631-0279

Landscape, shrub, rose bush, tree trim, hauling & cleanup.

Curtis 830-4459 A Lawn mowing, Troybilt rototilling, rose pruning, tree/shrub trim/removal, stump grinding, landscape. Cleanup & hauling.

Call Riley 602-9860

Lawn Care MISC. CLEANUP & HAULING Tree & shrubs, trim or removal, power raking, free estimates Call 989-2352 or 467-2566.

TREE & ROSE PRUNING Spring cleanup & hauling.

Lawn mowing, tree & shrub trim & removal. Odd jobs.

Free estimate.

Call Slade 695-5048 Rototilling

Alex's Lawn Care & More

Lawn mowing, Shrub Trimming, Deck's, Re-Roofing, Fencing, Tree Trimming & removal. Cleanups.

FREE ESTIMATES Call 608-9027

Jake's Lawn Mowing Build fences/repair, tree & shrub trimming removal & landscaping.

Free estimates.

914-4351/ 914-5485

Rototilling Mowing Hauling Cleanup Grading

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