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wo years ago, I agreed to leave my role as business reporter at the Idaho Press-Tribune and jump into a mysterious, budding project called the Meridian Press. Though I was excited and honored to help the IPT launch a weekly newspaper, I was nervous to make the switch from something familiar and comfortable to something new and unproven. Now, I’m glad I took the leap. Keeping up with the 10th-fastest growing city in the country has been a challenge, but an extremely rewarding one. The innovative and compassionate people that we’ve featured in Meridian Press have made a lasting impression on my life. But it’s time for me to take another leap. At the end of December, I’m moving to Johannesburg, South Africa, for six months to be a volunteer writer for the Nazarene Church. I’m thankful for the way the Idaho Press-Tribune has invested in me over the past three-and-a-half years. The skills I’ve learned here have opened a door for me to do what I love while exploring a new culture. While I’m gone, the talented Zach Chastaine, who’s lived in Meridian most of his life, is going to fill my shoes as the Meridian Press reporter. Zach was previously the public safety reporter for the Argus Observer in Ontario. He graduated from Boise State University in 2013 with a bach-
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elor’s degree in English with an emphasis in writing. He’s interned at KBOI-TV, Peppershock Media and BlogHer. And — there’s more — he’s studied at Academy by Holly Beech of Art University in San Francisco and hbeech@mymeridianpress.com Portland State University, where he was © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS online editor for the Portland State Daily Vanguard. (OK, that resume is a little too impressive. I’ve already warned Zach that he better not show me up as the Meridian Press reporter.) Jokes aside, I’m excited to see the fresh voice and energy that Zach will bring to MP. I plan to send back stories and pictures from my trip so I can stay connected to this great community while I’m gone. This new journey reminds me of how I felt when I joined MP. Once again, I’m leaving something familiar for something foreign — and at times, that makes me really nervous. But from what I’ve learned, scary steps out of my comfort zone lead to the most memorable and rewarding experiences in life.
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Nov. 12-18 Police made the following arrests or issued charges: 2 trafficking 1 disturbing the peace 1 domestic verbal 4 driving under the influence 1 juvenile driving under the influence 1 minor in possession of alcohol 7 petit thefts 8 warrants 3 false information to law enforcement 3 concealed weapons 1 pedestrian under the influence 2 possession of marijuana 3 possession of drug paraphernalia
Meridian Police is asking for the public’s help to find three suspects who used a stolen credit card number on Sept. 22, police announced Tuesday. The suspects were caught on in-store video surveillance buying merchandise and gift cards on three separate transactions, costing the victim a loss of more than $700. Police are not identifying the store involved, Meridian Police Deputy Chief Tracy Basterrechea said. The suspects were last seen leaving the store parking lot in a four-door Dodge pickup. See photos at mymeridianpress.com Anyone who has information or recognizes the suspects or their truck is asked to contact Meridian Police Sgt. Jeff Brown at (208) 846-7375.
1 concealment of evidence 1 trespassing 1 indecent exposure 1 resisting and obstructing Police also took calls, investigated or assisted: 7 grand thefts 1 injury traffic accident 4 petit thefts 2 vandalism 1 runaway 5 domestic verbal 1 disturbing the peace 2 unattended deaths 1 attempted residential burglary
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City calls for pancreatic cancer awareness
The city of Meridian declared November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month during Tuesday’s city council meeting. Council President Charlie Rountree presented the proclamation to Dwight Tovey, a volunteer with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network who lost his wife to the disease four years ago. The network’s goal is to double the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer patients from 6 percent to 12 percent by 2020. According to the proclamation, an estimated 39,590 Americans will die from pancreatic cancer in 2014, including 210 Idahoans. The disease is the fourthleading cause of cancer death in the U.S. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network supports victims in Meridian and across the country and gives millions of dollars for pancreatic cancer research. Learn more at pancan.org
ROADREPORT Black Cat Road north of Franklin Road, lane restrictions with flagging through today. n McMillan Road from Black Cat Road to Ten Mile Road, road closure through Wednesday for road reconstruction. n Pine Avenue at Gray Cloud Way, lane restrictions with flagging through Dec. 4 for bridge work. n Stoddard Road from Silvertip Lane to Victory Road, lane restrictions with flagging through today for sewer work. n Ten Mile Road from Chinden Boulevard to Lost Rapids Drive, lane restrictions with flagging through today for sewer work. n Victory Road from Alfani Way to Model Farm Drive, lane restrictions with flagging through today for sewer and water work. n Main Street from Fairview Avenue to Franklin Road, lane restrictions Saturday while Christmas decorations are installed. n
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LOCAL NEWS Bond election
The West Ada School District bond committee is planning to present a $96 million bond proposal to district trustees Dec. 16, spokesman Eric Exline said. The committee has trimmed the proposal down by $8 million since it failed to pass during an election in August, missing the needed 66 percent of votes by 3 percent. The new, tentative proposal doesn’t include money for land acquisition, but it still includes $12 million for a new elementary school in south Meridian. The bond committee will make its recommendation to district trustees Dec. 16.
About the YMCA The Treasure Valley YMCA operates four facilities, including the Homecourt Y in Meridian and the Caldwell Y, and 21 childcare and preschool sites. The Y provides about $6 million of financial assistance each year, including help with membership fees and youth programs, Everett told the Meridian Press earlier this year. The nonprofit’s total budget is about $20 million. Features at the new Meridian facility will be similar to those at the Caldwell Y and the West Y, including an aquatics center.
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he YMCA and West Ada School District are envisioning a new facility in south Meridian unlike any other in the Treasure Valley. Officials announced Thursday their plans for a Y facility and elementary school in the same building on 22 acres of donated land near the southeast corner of Eagle and Amity roads. The plan includes a community park with ball fields and potentially a Meridian Library District branch. “It’s a really exciting model,” West Ada Superintendent Linda Clark said. “I don’t know if there’s anything that comprehensive in Idaho.” All of the land for the project is being donated, and the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation is giving $4 million for the Y’s construction costs. Google.com Marty Hill and Dixie Cook, a The YMCA and West Ada School District announced plans Thursday to build a joint facility for a Y and elementary school on married couple from Meridian, donated land near the southeast corner of Eagle and Amity roads in Meridian. are giving 15 acres. “The Hill family has been blessed to have farmed this dress the challenges that all communities face,” he said in a stateground from generation to generation since 1891,” Hill said in a ment. “None of us can go it alone, but together we will develop a statement. “It has been a fulfilling life on the farm in this great national model where people discover their potential, serve others community. … We are excited to be and live healthier and more joyful lives.” by Holly Beech going from growing crops to growing Sharing resources will eliminate duplications and save taxpayhbeech@mymeridianpress.com kids and families, and that makes us er dollars, Clark said. Instead of the school and the Y both building all very happy.” © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS David Turnbull, a land developer a gym, for example, they’ll share one. Clark compared the project to the Idaho State University Mewith Brighton Corporation, is donating land for the elementary school. Brighton has plans to build a 675-home subdivision at ridian campus, where the college shares a cafeteria and library the site called Hill’s Century Farm. The Meridian City Council with Renaissance High School. Before construction starts, the Y needs to raise more money, approved the zoning and annexation for the roughly 220-acre, and the school district needs to pass a bond, officials said. 16-phase project Tuesday. The YMCA is in the midst of a $40 million fundraising camThis will be the third elementary site Turnbull has given the paign — about half of which will go toward the Meridian projdistrict, West Ada spokesman Eric Exline said. The city of Meridian is also a partner in the project, but details ect. The rest will be used for the Y’s endowment fund and annual programs. of the city’s involvement were not available at press time. The Y started raising money for a new south Meridian facility in Treasure Valley YMCA Chief Executive Officer Jim Everett said the Y is humbled and honored by the community’s generosity. January, following a community survey that showed a big demand “This about combining resource to create opportunities to ad- in that area.
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Arden D. Frostrom, 77, of Boise, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, at his residence. Arrangements are under the direction of Cloverdale Funeral Home..
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Barbara Bechen, 88, of Boise, Cristene Ingram Drake, Pamela D. Howard,
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died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014, at a local care center. Arrangements are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, Meridian. 888-5833.
Meridian City Council meeting, 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Ave. Council meets at 6 p.m. on the first, third and fourth Tuesday of the month, and 3 p.m. on the second Tuesday.
61, of Boise, died Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at a Boise hospital.. Funeral Home: Nampa Funeral Home, Yraguen Chapel, 442-8171
50, of Boise, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014, at her home of natural causes. Services are under the direction of Relyea Funeral Chapel.
Reba K. Sheffield, 82, of Boise, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014, at a local care facility. Arrangements are under the direction of Cloverdale Funeral Home.. Dennis Leonard Shipley, 50, of Boise, died Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at his home of natural causes. Funeral Home: Cremation Society of Idaho
David Clair Bush, 92, of Boise, Michael Lee Ellersick, 59, of Gary W. Retter, 57, of Boise, Rolland W. Smith,
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died Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014, at a local Boise, died on Tuesday, November 18, hospital of natural causes. Services are 2014, at a hospital in Seattle, Wash. under the direction of Relyea Funeral Funeral Home: Relyea Funeral Chapel Chapel. Betty Jean Finnegan, 64, Charles L. Christon, 82, of of Boise, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014, Boise, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014, at at a local hospital. Services are under his home. Arrangements are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, the direction of Cloverdale Funeral Meridian. 888-5833.. Home..
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THURSDAY Happy Thanksgiving! Meridian City Hall closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
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Zions Bank announced Erik Vanderwiel has been hired as a regional sales manager in the bank’s Home Financing Division. Vanderwiel will be responsible for business development and customer service for mortgage lending. He is based at the bank’s Idaho headquarters in downtown Boise.
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MERIDIAN — Idaho Family Reading Week, Nov. 16-22. The Meridian Library District’s Cherry Lane and Silverstone branches and bookmobile hosting several activities. Families attending two library events throughout the week can be entered into a drawing for a family gift basket. Learn more at mld.org.
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BOISE — The fourth annual Wintry Market holiday fair is Nov. 22 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) and Nov. 23 (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.) at El Korah Shrine, 1117 W Idaho St., Boise. The market will feature innovative and original items produced by 48 vendors from the Treasure Valley, along with a Kid’s Craft Workshop by Bricolage, coffee by Joe 2 Go, baked goods by Boise Bakery, food truck by P. Ditty Wraps, local live music curated by Go Listen Boise and a winter-themed photo booth.
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MERIDIAN — Downtown Business Christmas Decorating Contest. Come enjoy the festive holiday spirit in downtown Meridian.
MERIDIAN — Holiday bazaar, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at La Playa Manor Club House, 350 E. Carmel Drive. Features a raffle of locally made quilts and sales of baked goods, soups, cinnamon rolls, jams, crafts and more. Proceeds benefit the Meridian Food Bank. In the past four years, the bazaar has provided more than $20,000 to the food bank. Donated food items are welcome.
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87, of died Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, at a lo- Eagle, died Nov. 15, 2014, at his home. cal hospital. Arrangements are under Arrangements are under the direction the direction of Accent Funeral Home, of Cloverdale Funeral Home.. Meridian. 888-5833. Dennis Frank Tucker, 53, of Harry Sabo, 80, of Boise, died Boise, died Sunday, November 16th, Thursday, Nov. 13. Funeral Home: Cre- 2014,. Funeral Home: Cremation Somation Society of Idaho ciety of Idaho
MERIDIAN — City of Meridian Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., city hall, 33 E. Broadway Ave. Peruse the creations of several local craft vendors — a great Christmas present shopping destination.
Dec. 5 MERIDIAN — Participate in a WinterLight Run through downtown Meridian from 6:15 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the Winter Lights Parade, 6:30-8 p.m. The parade will head down East Third Street and Main Street. Parade entries will light up the night in a fantastic display. The evening will culminate with the lighting of Meridian’s Christmas tree in Generations Plaza on the corner of Main and Idaho. Contact the Meridian Parks and Recreation Department at 888-3579 or recreation@meridiancity. org for more information. MERIDIAN — Children’s Winterland Festival, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Ave.
Dec. 13 EAGLE — Country Christmas in the city of Eagle, 1-6 p.m., Heritage Park, 185 E. State St. The city-sponsored event boasts a fun filled day for families, including sleigh rides, Eagle Christmas market, live music, Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council bake sale, children’s activity booths, and a visit with Santa. Free s’mores and hot cocoa will be provided by the fire pits. The Tree lighting ceremony will take place at Heritage Park at 5:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Eagle Food Bank and coat donations for Coats for Kids. Volunteers are also needed. Contact Gretchen at the Eagle Chamber of Commerce, (208) 939-4222 or gretchen@eaglechamber.com.
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SCHOOLS After 24 years with West Ada, deputy superintendent retires
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ruce Gestrin, second in command at the a year in heating and electric costs at elementary West Ada School District, has retired afschools, Exline said, citing an energy audit from ter spending 24 years with the district. last year. His last day was Monday. Exline also highlighted Gestrin’s leadership Gestrin give an interviews about his when Eagle High School opened. retirement, district spokesman Eric Exline said. “He planned it really well and hired a good Gestrin served staff and really built a good culture there as prinas deputy super- Bruce Gestrin cipal, and I think that will always be one of his by Holly Beech biggest legacies,” Exline said. hbeech@mymeridianpress.com intendent since 2000, but he got © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS Gestrin grew up in the small mountain town his start in the district in of Donnelly, Idaho, and lives in Eagle. He’s active with 1990 as Centennial High Junior Achievement of Idaho and the Eagle Chamber of School’s assistant principal. He became Eagle High Commerce, Exline said. School’s first principal when the school opened in 1995. Before coming to West Ada, Gestrin taught at North Exline praised the way Gestrin helped mold the dis- Junior High in Boise, according to Exline. He earned his trict over the past quarter-century. master’s degree in athletic administration, health and “He’s done a lot of good things for the West Ada physical education/fitness from Idaho State University School District — a lot of important land acquisitions, and his doctorate in educational leadership and adplanning on buildings. He’s made contributions all over ministration from the University of Idaho. the place,” he said. When Superintendent Linda Clark announced WEST ADA’S NEXT STEP Gestrin’s retirement at a Meridian Chamber of ComExline said he’s not sure when the district will start merce luncheon last month, she said she couldn’t have its search for a new deputy superintendent. asked for a better partner. In the meantime, roles in the human resources deThe main role of a deputy superintendent is to over- partment have shifted. HR director Barbara Leeds is see district operations, Exline said, from busing to food taking over Gestrin’s operational duties, and payroll services to land acquisition to planning new schools. manager Dave Roberts will temporarily be in charge of Gestrin will have a lasting impact on the energy effi- payroll and HR, Exline said. ciency of schools, Exline said. By working with architects West Ada also brought on former assistant superinand construction managers, Gestrin helped refine the tendent Jan Horning, who retired in 2006, to oversee inbuilding template that is used for new school buildings. structional operations for the rest of the school year on Conservation efforts save the district about $600,000 a part-time basis.
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inda Clark, superintendent of West Ada School District, was selected by the U.S. Department of Education as one of 100 top school leaders from across America to participate in the first-ever National Connected Superintendents Summit on Wednesday at the White Linda Clark House. The conference brought together officials from across the country who are leading the way to incorporate technology into education. The White House summit was followed by a series of 12 to 15 regional summits that will focused on digital progress at the local level. Digital tools were unveiled to help educators weave technology into short- and long-term education planning.
The education department is also sponsoring a Future Ready Initiative aimed at showcasing outstanding school leadership and strategies. Future Ready superintendents demonstrate effective use of technology in some of the following ways: n Fostering and leading a culture of collaboration and digital citizenship; n Transitioning schools and families to high-speed connectivity; n Empowering educators with professional learning opportunities; n Accelerating progress toward universal access to quality devices; n Providing access to quality digital content; n Creating access, equity and excellence — particularly in rural, remote and low-income districts;
n Offering digital tools to students and families to help them prepare for success in college; n Sharing best practices and mentoring other districts in the transition to digital learning. “Technology has the potential to transform education in America, allowing students to learn more, to do so at their own pace, and to develop the knowledge and skills employers demand. And yet, fewer than 30 percent of classrooms have the broadband Internet to support today’s education technology needs,” said Richard Culatta in a statement. Culatta is the director of the Department’s Office of Educational Technology. In June 2013, President Barack Obama announced the ConnectED Initiative, starting with a goal of connecting 99 percent of students to next-generation connectivity within five years.
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he award-winning choral program at Eagle High School is presenting its annual Christmas concert the weekend of Dec. 12-13 at the school auditorium. The concert will feature more than 200 CONTACT: singers and six choirs including “Bel Canto,” “Bella Voce,” “Sonous,” “A Capella Choir,” “Man Choir,” and 869-1690 “Premium Blend.” This annual concert features both traditional and nontraditional holiday music. The highlight by Meridian Press staff feature of the concert will be Paul Mealor’s “A news@mymeridianpress.com Spotless Rose.” The program will also include
music ranging from Handel’s Messiah to Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Pre-sale for the concert ends in November before Thanksgiving break. The concert often sells out so it is recommended to buy tickets early. The concert is recommended for ages 8 and older. Eagle High’s choir program is one of the largest choral programs in Idaho with more than 200 voices. The award-winning choral program has received superior (top ratings) at choir festivals across Idaho and the western United States. The choir has been selected to perform at both state and regional musical conferences.
MoMo Dumplings owners close restaurant to return to Nepal
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oMo Dumplings, which for the past three years has brought authentic Himalayan food and traditions to Meridian, closed its doors Saturday. Co-owners and married couple Yogendra Poudel and Bijaya Pudasaini are returning to Nepal for family reasons, they announced on the restaurant’s Facebook page Nov. 11. “Your support, loyalty and blessings is what really got us going each day. by Holly Beech hbeech@mymeridianpress.com You all will be missed for that,” © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS they told customers. In 2012, they founded the business, located at 3223 E. Louise Drive, with Yogendra’s cousin, Raj Paudel, and Raj’s wife Sunita. The cousins were born and raised in Nepal, and they moved to the U.S. in the early 2000s and studied engineering at the University of
FAMILYHUB Escape to Narnia
Arizona. In 2006, their careers brought them to Micron in Boise. Bijaya is an Australian/Nepali citizen with a business degree, and Sunita graduated from Boise State University. The women began cooking up unique, Himalayan-focused recipes, which they sold at the Saturday farmers market in Boise, the Idaho Press Tribune reported in 2012. “That’s where we got the encouragement and motivation,” Paudel told the Press-Tribune. According to its website, the restaurant built its dynasty on dumplings — which are called “momos” in Nepali. It also hosted several Hindu festivals, such as Teej and Dashain. “Special events like these help us spread the awareness of culture and hospitality that we grew up on,” the owners wrote on the webSubmitted photo site. “Support and turnout has been wonderful Two women dance at MoMo Dumplings Teej festival celthus far and hope to see the same in the future ebration in Meridian Sept. 12, 2013. The owners closed the events. It just makes us feel right home.” restaurant Saturday to return to Nepal for family reasons.
Admission to “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” is $10. Tickets are available at nampaciviccenter.com.
Shop local, enjoy the season at Eagle Country Christmas Market
EAGLE — The Eagle Country Christmas Market is coming up on Dec. 13 from 1 to 6 p.m. Craft and food vendors are welcome to apply by emailing eaglesaturdaymarket@gmail.com. NAMPA — If there’s anything to make the Treasure Valley’s weather look like a picnic, it’s The quaint, cozy market takes place in the heart of downtown Eagle in Heritage Park, 185 the perpetual winter in C.S. Lewis’ Narnia. If you’ve missed Nampa Christian Schools’ presenE. State St. There will be music and lots of fun activities for tation of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” there’s still time to catch a show at 7 p.m. the kids. Warm food will be available for lunch and dinner. tonight, or at 2 p.m. or 7 p.m. Saturday at the Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S. Shoppers will find artisan gifts, wood fired pizza, “Anyone who’s either read the book or seen the movie will know the story,” said Jennifer truffles and caramels, jewelry, woodworks, glassworks, Buckels, theater director at Nampa Christian Schools. “It’s very similar, more so to the book body products and more, and they can engage with the than the movie.” Nampa Christian’s middle- and high-school kids will bring the classic story to life — 64 kids artists. A great place to finish up your Christmas shopping! Plus, 50 visitors will walk away with a free Ward will take part in the production, Buckels said. The run time is just under two hours, and the play is appropriate for all ages. The actors will Hooper poster. stay after the show to sign autographs for their younger fans. The day will end with a Christmas Tree Lighting.
Music What: Judas Priest When: 8 p.m. tonight Where: CenturyLink Arena, 233 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise Tickets: $29.50-$59.50, available at centurylinkarenaboise.com What: Fall Folk Fest When: 7 p.m. Saturday Where: Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Boise Tickets: $12/advance, $15/at the door
Theater What: NewDance, Up Close When: 8 p.m. tonight and Saturday Where: Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy, 501 S. Eighth St., Boise Tickets: $20-$25, available at balletidaho.org What: Spotlight Theatre presents “Romeo and Juliet” When: 7 p.m. tonight Where: Columbia Performing Arts Center, 301 S. Happy Valley Road, Nampa Tickets: $10 at the door
Show What: Canyon County Christmas Show When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Where: Ford Idaho Center, 16200 Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa Tickets: $4 adults, $3 seniors What: Wintry Market holiday fair When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday Where: El Korah Shrine, 1117 W. Idaho St., Boise Tickets: Free
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Meridian churches host community Thanksgiving meal, service tonight
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ommunity members are invited to a free Thanksgiving meal and worship service tonight at the Church of God Seventh Day in Meridian. This year, the Church of God is teaming up with the Meridian Ministerial Fellowship, a group of pastors representing Christian churches across the city. The fellowship has hosted a community Thanksgiving service for more by Holly Beech hbeech@mymeridianpress.com than two decades — most recently at Valley Shepherd — but this will be the first year that a meal is © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS included. Everyone is welcome to attend, and Church of God has sent invitations to local rescue missions, IF YOU GO refugee groups and the state foster care program. WHAT: Community ThanksgivFor the past couple years, refugees have been ing meal and service bussed to the church to enjoy the meal. WHO: Hosted by the Meridian “It’s really cool when you get a busload of peoMinisterial Fellowship and Church ple that speak a lot of different languages, and you of God Seventh Day bring them over and their eyes light up when they WHEN: Today grab a whole bunch of bags of clothes and grab n 4:30 p.m.: Free community food,” Church of God Seventh Day Pastor Monico Muffley said. “Just to see that even if they don’t Thanksgiving meal n 6 p.m.: Children’s programs speak our language, they felt like they belonged … and were part of our family.” begin The meal begins at 4:30 p.m., followed by a worn 7 p.m.: Worship service WHERE: Church of God Seventh ship service at 7 p.m. Children’s activities and child care will be provided throughout the evening. Day, 1827 W. Third St., Meridian. Muffley said there will be enough food for 500 Near the northwest corner of people, and leftovers will be given to rescue misMeridian Road and Cherry Lane, sions. behind U.S. Bank. The church invites volunteers to pitch in, and CONTACT: Need a ride or would it welcomes donations of clothing, turkeys and like to volunteer? Call 888-1921. packaged foods. The meal is open to anyone, regardless of their economic situation, Muffley said. “We want people to know that God loves them, and we also want them to know that we don’t consider anybody better than anybody else — we’re all people that need to mingle and understand each other,” he said. “That’s why it’s a time of just connecting and relating.” The annual Thanksgiving service has been one of the biggest fundraisers for the Meridian Ministerial Fellowship’s benevolence fund for families in need, said Randy Rodes, president of the fellowship and pastor of Vineyard Meridian. This year, more than $1,000 has been given away. Worship leaders from various churches generally help lead the service, and community members share their stories. “It’s been tremendous to see different people involved from different churches,” Rodes said. “Usually we’ve had two or three testimonies from people that share why they’re thankful to God for what he’s done in their life.”
Top: Volunteers serve a Thanksgiving meal at Church of God Seventh Day in Meridian. This year’s community meal and worship service, in partnership with the Meridian Ministerial Fellowship, take place today at the Church of God, 1827 W. Third Street. Bottom: Church of God Seventh Day in Meridian has hosted a community Thanksgiving meal for the past couple years, inviting refugees to take part. Submitted photos
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Four snow guns keep the Eagle Sports Complex snow park white regardless of the weather. The park’s opening day is Saturday.
Snow park opens Saturday WHAT: Eagle Sports Complex snow park WHO: Gateway Parks, owned by Ryan Neptune WHERE: Corner of North Horseshoe Bend Road and Old Horseshoe Bend Road, Eagle WHEN: Opening day is Nov. 22 Hours: n Weekdays: 4-8 p.m. n Weekends, holidays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. PRICES: n $15: day pass (includes tube rental) n $125: four-month season pass n Free equipment rentals for first-time skiers and snowboarders. Rental fees range from $15 to $20. CONTACT: n 800-2108 n eaglesports@gatewayparks. com
Neptune’s snow park at Eagle Sports Complex opens Saturday
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now is finally falling at the Eagle Sports Complex — and not just from the sky. Gateway Parks is making snow for Saturday’s grand opening of the anticipated snow terrain park, created by Boise’s Ryan Neptune. The almost 3-acre park will include hills for skiing, snowboarding and tubing, along with a rope tow, jumps, rails and equipment rentals. A day pass is $15 and includes a tube rental. First time skiers and snowboarders can rent equipment for free. by Holly Beech “We’re excited for it open,” Neptune hbeech@mymeridianpress.com said. “We’ve got lots of snow.” © 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS The project was bumped back a year as Ada County and the city of Eagle ironed out disagreements about the sports complex. Ada County owned the complex and leased it to Eagle. Allowing a business to set up shop and make profits on public land breached the lease agreement, county commissioners said. This year, Eagle agreed to buy about one-fifth of the 268-acre complex, paving the way for the snow park. When plans were delayed last year, Neptune took snow guns to Eagle Island State Park and made a popular snow hill there. When asked if that will happen again this year, Neptune said, “At this point I’ve told (Idaho Parks and Recreation) yes, but our focus is on the sports park right now.” Neptune, president of Gateway Parks, is a former snowboard champion and well-known park developer around the world. But this year he made headlines for legal reasons. On July 22, Neptune was arrested on charges of felony attempted strangulation and misdemeanor domestic battery/assault in the presence of a child. Neptune told the Meridian Press there was “no contact or choking in any way, shape or form,” and in September, a judge dismissed the case. This summer, the Idaho Industrial Commission brought two lawsuits against Neptune’s companies, Eagle Superparks and Gateway Parks. Both were dismissed. “The cases … were settled after Mr. Neptune got his workers’ compensation insurance back in effect. His businesses are now in compliance,” Idaho Industrial Commission spokeswoman Dara Barney said in an email. Because the rulings were in Neptune’s favor, Aho said, the city of Eagle saw no reason not to move forward with the snow park contract. Ten percent of ticket sales at the snow park will go to the city of Eagle, Aho said. Other than some staff time, the city isn’t
investing anything into the snow park. Aho said he’s excited about the resource that the park will be for local residents. “You’re getting these kids that become passionate about a sport that they can do their whole life, and that’s exciting to me,” Aho said. “With the snow park, we give the kids that kind of opportunity at an affordable rate.” And with the snow machines, he said, dry winter weather won’t be a hindrance. Four snow guns keep the park white regardless of the weather. Neighbors who were concerned about how noisy the snow guns would be have been pleasantly surprised, Neptune said. “Every neighbor that’s come by, literally exact words are, ‘Those are way quieter than we ever thought they would be,’” he said.
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LOCAL NEWS Blaze celebrates grand opening in Meridian with free pizza
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laze Fast Fire’d Pizza, a build-your-own pizza chain, opened its first Idaho location Thursday. To celebrate the grand opening, the new Meridian restaurant is offering free build-your-own artisanal pizzas between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. today to anyone who follows Blaze Pizza on Instagram, Twitter
or Facebook. The fast-casual concept, known for its chef-driven menu and casually hip restaurants, opened in a 2,800-square-foot space in The Village at Meridian North (2206 North Eagle Road), between Chipotle and Noodles. Along with its custom-built pizzas, Blaze Pizza is
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known for its fresh salads, blood-orange lemonade and s’more pies. Each restaurant features an interactive assembly-line format that allows guests to customize one of the menu’s signature pizzas or create their own, all for under $8. The 11-inch pizzas are then sent to an open-flame oven — the centerpiece of the restaurant — for 180 seconds. Blaze Pizza makes dough from scratch and offers gluten-free dough and vegan cheese. The Meridian restaurant will also feature a selection of wine and craft beer. “Our mission at Blaze is really simple — we’re all about bringing the community a place where guests can connect, create and enjoy great pizza at crazy fast speed,” Jim Mizes, president and chief operating officer of Blaze Pizza, said in a statement. “If you think about it, there hasn’t been a good way to enjoy a made-from-scratch pizza without the wait. Now there is. We believe this will be a game changer in town.”
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Fun Bus There are two buses running the route. The “A” bus will travel clockwise and the “B” bus will operate counterclockwise. This will allow for shorter travel times on the route, depending on where you are going.
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WHAT: Blaze Pizza grand opening WHEN: Opened Thursday. Free pizza served all day today, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. to those who follow Blaze on social media. WHERE: 2206 North Eagle Road, The Village at Meridian North
Saturday Fun Bus Route Schedule ROUTE
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• Overland and Black Marlin • Progress and Central • Main and King • Main and Idaho • Pine and W 1st st • Pine and 8th • Linder & Warrior Drive • Linder and Emerald Falls • Linder @ Tully Park • Ustick and Meridian • Meridian and Indian Rocks • Meridian and James Ct • Fairview and Main • Fairview and Lakes • Fairview and Locust Grove • Fairview and Hickory • The Village at Meridian (Records and Kleiner Memorial Pkwy) • Overland and Eagle • Overland and Millennium • Overland and Locust Grove • Overland and SE 5th Way • Overland and Black Marlin ROUTE
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to the employee of WinCo in Meridian Monday morning who helped a new mom in line. She saw the mom wrestling with just packing her groceries or tending her crying newborn with a line of customers behind her. The employee stepped in and packed every item for her while she held her infant. Well-done WinCo for hiring such caring and compassionate employees. Let’s get it over with. I’ll just say it for everyone else. Thumbs down Ada County Highway District and their lame snow removal. to people who take the time to shovel their sidewalks. to ACHD, Overland Road is still a disaster!
Runs Counterclockwise
• Overland and Black Marlin • Overland and SE 5th Way • Overland and Sportsman • Overland and Millennium • Overland and Bonito • The Village at Meridian (Records and Kleiner Memorial Pkwy) • Fairview and Hickory • Fairview and Locust Grove • Fairview and Lakes • Fairview and Main • Meridian and James Ct • Meridian and Claire • Ustick and Meridian • Linder and Turtle Creek • Linder and Emerald Falls • Linder and Warrior Drive • Pine and W 7th St • Pine and NW 1st st • Meridian and Taylor
Stops in bold are time points.
We shoveled our sidewalk on Meridian Road, then the plow came by twice and covered it up with dirty and heavy snow/ slush. I’m not going out to do it again. The plows can’t get the 2 inches of frozen snow they are driving over anyways. What’s the point of plowing the streets? to Dr. Bruce Gestrin for his 20-plus years of service to the Meridian/West Ada School District. the Dr. Gestrin’s dedication to our kids. to people who don’t know how to drive in this weather. to the Meridian Library’s new book club program. Bringing the community together to read and discuss thought-provoking books and hosting events related to that topic is a great idea. Respectful and informative discussions are valuable in helping us relate to each other and broaden our perspectives. Thumbs down to the inversion. I already miss the sun!
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LOCAL NEWS Meridian approves contract for police body cameras 69 cameras will be deployed to uniformed officers in May eridian Police officers will be equipped with body-worn cameras staring in May. The Meridian City Council approved a contract Tuesday night with Taser International, which will cost $338,178 over the next five years. The deal includes 72 cameras — 69 for uniformed officers and three extras — along with hardware by Holly Beech hbeech@mymeridianpress.com such as clips and mount© 2014 MERIDIAN PRESS ing kits. The AXON Flex cameras can be mounted on an officer’s glasses, hat, shirt and on a cruiser’s dash. The contract also covers a licensing fee so officers can store footage on the cloud
WHAT: 73 body-worn cameras for Meridian Police officers, including hardware, cloud storage and licensing for digital evidence management COST: $338,178 over five years NOV. 18: Meridian City Council approved contract with Taser International, based in Scottsdale, Arizona MAY 1: Cameras will be deployed to officers and use a digital evidence management system called Evidence.com. The videos are encrypted when they’re uploaded, only visible to the officer who shot the footage and his or her supervisors. There wasn’t a specific incident that sparked the need for body-worn cameras, Meridian Police Lt. Jamie Leslie said. “It’s something we’ve been talking about for a long period of time,” he said.
he said. “But I think moving forward, this technology has gotten cheaper and more user friendly, so it’s more reachable for law enforcement around the country to deploy these cameras.” Nampa and Caldwell Police, the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office and the Ada County Sheriff’s Office already use body cameras. Boise Police hasn’t purchased any cameras but is reviewing possibilities, spokeswoman Lynn Hightower said. “It’s feasible that in a year or so, all the agencies in Ada and Canyon counties will have body-worn cameras,” Coaliani said Meridian’s five-year contract with Taser International, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, comes with several benefits, he said. If Taser comes out with a new camera in the next five years, it will replace Meridian’s cameras at no extra cost, he said. If a camera breaks, Taser will replace it for free. MPD is training officers to use the new system before deploying the cameras May 1.
Many of the interactions between police officers and the public are audio recorded, Leslie said, but having video footage will be another tool to gather evidence. If someone makes a complaint against an officer, having a camera view will be beneficial so the department can go back and watch what happened, he said. Each officer will be assigned to a specific camera. They’ll shoot video during every enforcement activity — such as a traffic stop or investigation into a domestic violence report, Meridian Police Lt. Scott Coaliani said. The goal for the cameras is to reduce use of force and prevent frivolous and costly lawsuits against the police department, he said. He echoed Leslie in saying there wasn’t a specific event in Meridian that spurred the need for body-worn cameras. “There’s a number of things that have happened — certainly Ferguson (Missouri) has been a big issue in the news,”
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EXTENDED HOURS Here’s a look at some local retailers’ extended schedules over Thanksgiving and Black Friday: The Village at Meridian retailers: n Gordmans: 6 p.m. Thursday through 10 p.m. Friday n La Crème: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ThursGreg Kreller/MP day; 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday JCPenney employee Amanda Campbell adds tags to the clothing racks n Toys’’R’’Us: 5 p.m. Thursday at the Nampa store. through 11 p.m. Friday n Big Al’s: 12-9 p.m. Thursday; 11 n Charming Charlie: 8 a.m. to 10 n Pier 1 Imports: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday p.m. Friday Friday n Gap Outlet: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday n Chick-fil-A: 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. n Soma: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday n Cacicia’s Old Word Sicilian Foods: 5 Friday n Sur La Table: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. a.m. Friday, serving breakfast n Chicos: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday Friday n Calle 75 Street Tacos: 8 a.m. (servn Corner Bakery: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Other Treasure Valley retailers: ing breakfast) through 10 p.m. Friday Friday n Wal-Mart: Begins at 6 p.m. on n Village Coffee: 7 a.m. Friday, servn LOFT: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday Thanksgiving and lasts for five days. n ing breakfast lululemon: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday n Target: 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving n White House | Black Market: 7 n LUSH: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday n Kohl’s: 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving n Marshalls: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday a.m. Friday n Best Buy: 5 p.m. - 1 a.m. on Thanksn Oconik: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday n Brighton: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday MP Grand opening_Layout 1 11/11/14 10:28 AM Page 1 n Petco: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday n Buckle: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday giving; reopens at 8 a.m. Friday
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ountain View is in today’s 5A state football championship game, but will the Mavericks have to win it without starting quarterback Garrett Collingham? As of last Friday night, the answer was unclear, as the senior quarterback left the game — a 28-14 semifinal victory over the Lake City Timberwolves — with an unknown leg injury. “We all have our fingers crossed,” said Mountain View head coach Judd Benedick. “We don’t know how serious it is.” Mountain View (9-2) will face Highland at 6 p.m. today at Albertsons Stadium for a chance to win its first state title. The Mavericks lost Collingham early in the fourth quarter against Lake City as Mountain View was sitting with a comfortable 21-point lead when a drive stalled around midfield. Collingham took the snap on fourth down and punted to Lake City. It was unclear to Benedick what happened next.
“I was watching the return,” Benedick said. “I was so worried about (return man Jerry Louie McGee). Any time he touches the ball, he could go to the house. Then I see Garrett rolling around on the ground, grabbing his knee.” Collingham was helped to the sideline, rested on a trainer’s table and did not return to action. He was a difference maker on offense for the Mavericks, carrying 17 times for 247 yards and two touchdowns, both of which came on runs of 50-plus yards. After a feeling-out period early in the game in which both teams tested each other and field conditions, the Mavericks’ defense came up big near the goal line to stop the Wolves from scoring first. On second-and-goal from the 17-yard line late in the first quarter, Lake City quarterback Michael Goggin (20 of 31, 147 yards) thought he had an open receiver. Instead he found Demetrius Romero, who took the intercepted pass to the 24. “It was a roll out,” Romero said of the play. “We were in cover-3, and we knew we needed to roll, and I saw him choosing between which receiver he wanted to
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FOUND skateboard on S. Canyon, near Lake Lowell & Nampa High. Call to identify, 398-0107
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FOUND: Tan, White & Black Cat with blue eyes, in the back portion of the Islands off Greenhurst, (208)468-1044 LEYLA IS LOST LeyLa is a 2 year old FawnColored, Shepherd-Husky Mix. She is afraid of everyone except Alison Lost locally about mid_October near Tamarack St. between Midland & Middleton. We came from CA to search because LeyLa will only respond to Alison's call. Please phone ASAP upon sighting. Alison (530-524-6800) or Bill (805-722-7066)
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Transportation
BOOTS Women's size 8. Leather upper. Very good condition-$10.00. 208-546-0349
Service Directory
DRY FIREWOOD. Lodgepole split and delivered. $200 per cord-treasure Valley. $10.00 extra per cord to Boise. Call 482-6607 ask for Terry or 484-5977.
Wii-Console & 5 games. White-Like new $60. 468-1536 or 901-6769
CHOICE Premium Firewood, Cut, Split & Delivered, $185/Cord, Call 318-4819 Local Delivery in NAMPA & CALDWELL Only! PREMIUM Fruitwood $220/cord. Free same day local delivery. Cedric Eells 899-5246 or 454-8804
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING Sandlewood & Nottingshire Apts. Caldwell.
MISSING & LOST: Female Maltese/Yorkie Mix, 7-yrs-old, white & gray, lost around 6th Street North & 11th Avenue North-at 7pm Sunday night. Please return. I have had her since birth-she also lives with one of her pup and she misses her mom as much as I do. I don't have much money but I will pay $50-for return, Please bring her home-I love her very much...Thank you! Call 697-4240
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FREE to good home, loving tiger stripped cat. 353-1774 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 or discrimination.� This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800669-9777. Hearing impaired call 1-800-927-9275
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NAMPA large 1 bedroom, New paint & carpet. Water/sewer trash paid. Washer/dryer included. $400 + deposit Call 466-0770
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• Childcare Assistant (through temp agency) Full description of duties, qualifications, responsibilities and salary may be viewed at: www.cityofnampa.us or Nampa City Hall, 411 3rd St. So., Nampa, Idaho 83651.
Bid as soon as the vehicles are unveiled on Friday, November 21st at 3:00 PM Bidding closes on Wednesday November 26th at 1:00 PM Vehicles & other items from: City of Boise, State of Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare, Idaho State Police, State of Idaho School for the Deaf & Blind, Dept. of Environmental Equality, Idaho State Tax Commission, Idaho State Department of Agriculture, Valley Regional Transit, Boise State University, plus independent consignment. For more information, register and bid online at: http://daaid.autoremarketers.com Preview Monday November 24th from 10 am to 4 pm Dealers Auto Auction of Idaho 3323 Port Street Nampa, ID 208-463-8250 www.daaofidaho.com Information Subject to Change
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Do you want to get your foot in the door with a career that can open up huge earning potential for you? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment? Can you spend the majority of your day building relationships? We have a position for you and are willing to train the right individual to gain the confidence and skills needed to be successful in a sales career. In the role of Inside Sales Representative you will work closely with local businesses to educate them on our services and solutions to meet their marketing needs, and to help them grow their businesses. You will also be responsible for prospecting new advertisers. This is an opportunity to learn how to sell a host of robust, proven advertising solutions in print, direct mail, digital, and social media. As an Inside Sales Representative you will work primarily from the Nampa office, but will be encouraged to schedule select in-person sales calls with some clients. We are seeking a motivated individual who wants to achieve new levels of earning potential through a sales career. We provide an outstanding work environment, training, support, resources, a base hourly wage, and a commission plan that rewards success. A strong successful candidate will also earn hundreds monthly in additional bonuses. We also offer a full suite of benefits including health, dental, and life insurance. A company 401K plan is also available. Paid vacation and sick time can also be earned. 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. Email a cover letter and resume to jobs@idahopress.com Desired Skills and Experience t 5FMFNBSLFUJOH TBMFT FYQFSJFODF JT B QMVT t 4USPOH EFTJSF UP BDIJFWF HPBMT t $SFBUJWF UIJOLFS QSPCMFN TPMWFS t &YDFMMFOU DVTUPNFS TFSWJDF BOE GPMMPX UISPVHI t 8FMM PSHBOJ[FE FóDJFOU UJNF NBOBHFNFOU TLJMMT t (PPE TFOTF PG IVNPS The Idaho Press-Tribune is the second largest daily newspaper in the State of Idaho with a weekly audience reach of over 140,000 people with its three primary products; Idaho Press-Tribune, Meridian Press, and the Emmett Messenger-Index. The Idaho Press-Tribune JT PXOFE CZ 1JPOFFS /FXT (SPVQ B QSJWBUFMZ IFME JOEFQFOEFOUMZ family owned company.
The Idaho Press-Tribune is looking for a bulldog reporter who can dig for answers and report them first. The Press-Tribune, a daily newspaper in Nampa, Idaho, is seeking a full-time news reporter to cover Canyon County government and the city of Caldwell. This reporter covers the Canyon County Commission and Caldwell City Council, fulfilling our watchdog role in the community as well as providing an opportunity for civic engagement, a key pillar in the Press-Tribune's news coverage. We are looking for a reporter who is curious, creative and tenacious about tracking down stories and is excited about reporting exclusive, local stories before anyone else, whether that's in print, on our website or on social media. The ideal candidate for this job will be able to connect with local residents, business owners and public officials, write clean and concise copy and have the ability to tell a good story. To be successful in this job, you must be able to meet deadlines.
The Press-Tribune's coverage area is Canyon County, which borders Ada County and Boise, in an area that is teeming with news and lots of things to do. The Treasure Valley features great weather with four seasons and very moderate winters. The Idaho Press-Tribune won the 2013 General Excellence Award for daily newspapers from the Idaho Press Club. The Press-Tribune is the second oldest continuously operating newspaper in Idaho it celebrated its 130th anniversary in 2013. We also publish the weekly Meridian Press and the weekly Emmett Messenger-Index. The Idaho PressTribune is owned by Seattle-based Pioneer News Group. Pioneer, a family-owned multimedia company formed in 1974 by James G. Scripps, owns and operates 23 print and online daily and weekly newspapers in Washington, Montana, Idaho, Utah and Oregon. Salary range for this position is $24,000 to $26,000, depending on experience. Send your resume, cover letter, three references and salary requirements to:
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PUBLIC AUCTION December 10th, 1:00 PM Vehicles & other items from: State of Idaho Department of Fish & Game, State Tax Commission, City of Boise, State of Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare, Idaho State Police, State of Idaho School for the Deaf & Blind, Dept. of Environmental Equality, State of Idaho Department of Corrections, Idaho State Department of Agriculture, Valley Regional Transit, Boise State University, plus independent consignment. For more information, register and bid online at: http://daaid.autoremarketers.com Preview Monday December 8th from 10 am to 4 pm Dealers Auto Auction of Idaho 3323 Port Street Nampa, ID 208-463-8250 www.daaofidaho.com Information Subject to Change
GENERAL PT housekeeper & outside yard worker needed. $10.00/hr. Call 208-455-8655
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NAMPA newly remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath. W/D hookup. $750 + $500 deposit. 208-870-2503 or 880-4316 NAMPA Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath home, close to schools, available Dec. 1st, $900 per month, (208)546-2069
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YELLOW SPRING INSTRUMENT 2700 D Bio-Chemistry Analyzer. Idaho Dept. of Agriculture is accepting sealed bids until Dec. 8, 2014. Min. $2500.00. Mail to:
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NH pull-type & self propelled models/parts/tires. Buy/Sell/Trade/Finance 880-2889 anytime Jim www.balewagon.com
ALFALFA HAY, approx. 100 ton @ $160.00 per ton. Broken up $10.00 per bale. Approx. 8 ton oat hay $165.00 per ton or $10.00/bale. Contact 284-7505.
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2002 CHEVY Silverado SLT X-Cab, 4x4, 5.3 Auto. Leather, dual batteries, tow package. Loaded! New tires/wheels. 131K miles. Nice! $9,850. 409-3702.
2 ARCTIC-Cat Snowmobiles, 1998 550 Cougar Deluxe, 2004 600M1 Mountain Cat, Always stored inside, low miles, very good condition, His & Hers Clothing, 989-4052
20+ Years Experience Hay, Grass & Straw For sale 4 Ton Minimum Call 250-1965 Thank You! SELLING GOOD QUALITY HAY 1/2 ton bales, $135/bale. We deliver. 1-208- 482-7422.
1995 FORD Van, White, runs good, heater works great, asking $1,500 or best offer, 936-0184
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