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Come this fall, Linder Elementary will get a new focus and a new name: Barbara Morgan STEM Academy. District officials hope the switch will help the school reach capacity.
The competition between Mountain View High basketball players Tanner Percifield and Branson Trube has been beneficial for both in the Mavericks’ backcourt and the team overall.
Rick’s Press Room’s appearance on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” made the local chef’s recipes famous from coast to coast.
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Ever tried to get a table at Epi’s Basque Restaurant without a reservation? Chances are you weren’t successful. That’s because Epi’s — a Meridian mainstay since 1999 — is internationally recognized for its homey feel, generous hospitality and authentic Basque cuisine. Get to know owner Chris Ansotegui.
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Rocky Mountain and Meridian High will have new football coaches next fall. Former Timberline head coach and Eagle High offensive coordinator Scott Criner is Rocky Mountain’s new coach. Porter Lacey is Meridian’s new coach. Lacey led New Plymouth to five straight state playoff berths and three semifinal appearances.
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New lifestyle center attracts companies to Meridian Right now it’s mostly retail and restaurants, but by October, The Village at Meridian will be home to fountains, a seasonal ice-skating rink, theater, gym and outdoor dining pavilions.
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SCHOOLS Meridian High needs classroom portables refurbished. Who better for the job than the district’s high school building and construction students?
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LOCAL NEWS Weigh in at City Hall Tuesday: Should Meridian have six City Council seats instead of four? Mayor Tammy said the addition would spread out the workload.
SPORTS Wrestling has helped Meridian High senior Chris Carp deal with autism. His enthusiasm brings life to the team and comfort to his father.
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In her State of the City address, Mayor Tammy de Weerd praised Meridian’s progress, revealed this year’s vision and awarded two community members.
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Rocky Mountain’s Eli McCullough signed with Boise State, while Eagle’s Marcus Lenhardt was the first player to sign with College of Idaho football.
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Mayor Tammy de Weerd’s youth advisory council of 58 teens are moving and shaking in Meridian, hosting events and promoting a healthy community.
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Graduates of Meridian High School know that the aging campus — a 38-yearold building on Linder Road and Pine with a mostly brick facade — doesn’t quite match their Warrior pride. That’s why the district embarked on $27 million, sixyear remodel of MHS. Read more about the project.
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Meridian is giving its canine companions something to bark about. More than 50 percent of Meridian residents have at least one dog, and those 10,000 furry residents need somewhere to go. Their owners say the Bark Park — Meridian’s only off-leash dog park — is barely adequate with its limited acreage and lack of dog-friendly amenities. Luckily, town planners say they’re aware of the problem. Read what the city has in the works for local dogs and their humans.
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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.
COVER STORY: Lawmakers address key issues Idaho lawmakers in the 2013 session face major decisions on the health insurance exchange and personal property tax. Learn more about who speaks for Meridian.
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The quest for a good Dairy Days Parade route continues. The Dairy Board hopes to keep it on Main Street even though Meridian Road is closed for construction, which raises traffic concerns.
Mountain View High graduate Hillary Holt wins three more national titles, making her the most decorated women’s student-athlete in College of Idaho history.
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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Sen. Marv Hagedorn, pictured here at the Capitol building in Boise March 4, is one of 12 legislators serving the Meridian area.
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Since it opened in 2004, Meridian’s Sa-Wad-Dee Thai has become a haven for local residents with memories of Thailand. It’s a fitting role for the restaurant; in Thai, sawaddee means “hello.”
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Meridian junior tennis player Hannah Uhlenkott won’t be watching from the stands at the Davis Cup — she’ll be on the court.
Kahootz Steak & Ale House may have the most beers on tap in Meridian, but the owners’ No. 1 focus is cooking up “stellar” food.
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SPORTS Former NFL quarterback Cody Pickett takes over as Eagle High girls basketball coach after guiding the North Star boys basketball team to back-to-back 2A state tournaments.
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Did you know the that 24 percent of households bring in $100,000 or more each year, and about 40 percent of residents age 25 and up have an associates degree or higher? These and other stats are used to attract new business to the area and can help you better understand your community.
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The founders of Meridian’s Unity Health Center saw a need several years ago for a clinic that catered to working families — their schedules, their budgets and their needs.
Roaring Springs, one of Idaho’s only waterparks, is open for the 2013 season. New this year is the Cliffhanger, a single-rider slide that features a harrowing six-story plummet.
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Former Rocky Mountain High outfielder Mason Smith was drafted in the fourth round of the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft and signed to start his professional baseball career with the San Diego Padres.
After failing to earn a city permit to be held in Kleiner Park, Northwest RibFest — a barbecue and music event expected to attract 100,000 people — has moved to the Idaho Center in Nampa, June 27-30.
Dairy Days may not have a parade this year, but other events will be in full swing June 18-22. Come check out the carnival, cattle and goat showings, Dairy Princess pageants and more.
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Meridian resident Graham DeLaet, a former Boise State golfer, received an invitation to compete in the British Open, which starts Thursday in Scotland.
During the Meridian budget workshops for fiscal year 2014, City Council agreed to contract with the Idaho Humane Society for animal control and sheltering services, starting Oct. 1.
Treasure Valley Children’s Theater founder and director Autumn Kersey reflects on the company’s first year. “We’re hoping we can be the gateway to introducing kids to theater.”
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SPORTS Meridian High graduate Joe Panzeri, Eagle’s Ty Travis to play in Boise Open next week.
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Meridian is considering merging its animal shelter with the Idaho Humane Society due to lack of space and a desire to streamline operations. Some shelter volunteers worry about the plan’s impact on the community.
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LOCAL NEWS Better Business Bureau investigates Northwest RibFest after receiving a flood of complaints. Promoters defend themselves against BBB’s claims that they gave unsubstantiated information leading up to the event.
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COVER STORY: Racetrack maintains loyal following Meridian Speedway has been around for more than 60 years and, unlike less fortunate short tracks around the country, it still has a strong base of fans and competitors. Management has invested in several facility improvements in recent years to send the message: The Speedway is here to stay.
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SPORTS 10U Cal Ripken team aims to raise $50,000 prior to Aug. 10 World Series in Ocala, Fla.
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The crowd at the Meridian Speedway watches a Rocky Mountain Challenge Series Race Friday, July 26.
Meridian has received national recognition in recent years as being a great place to live, notably for families and young people. “This is definitely where we want to raise our kids,” Meridian mother of seven Kodi Sivey said. She explains why in this week’s cover story.
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Walk into a grocery store and you’re likely to find several craft beer options. That wasn’t the case four years ago when Brewforia was founded. How has the growing craft beer trend impacted Brewforia?
Meridian’s Angelyn Wade, 9, is serious about helping others. She has donated birthday money and cut her hair for a fundraiser. Her most recent project is an Aug. 17 carnival to raise money for a boy with cancer.
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Don’t miss out on the Meridian Firefighters Association’s 34th annual Salmon BBQ tonight. Proceeds will boost the burnout fund, which gives victims of house fires and other disasters some “light at the end of the tunnel.”
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Construction crews are staying busy at The Village at Meridian, working to complete several buildings before the center’s fall grand opening. Many of the retailers moving in are new to Idaho.
So maybe paintballing is too painful for you, but did you know you can battle it out with Nerf guns in Meridian? Dart Zone Meridian has events for players young and old.
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Meridian- and Boise-based bands say their local fans are loyal and extremely supportive. “We love the people here, and we love the fact that we started here,” Waking Jordan lead singer Kelly Potter said. But being a smaller area, the Valley can be tough place to build a following, musicians say, especially with the shortage of all-ages venues.
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SPORTS Looking back at baseball, golf, softball, tennis and track and field state tournaments.
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The Rock of Honor Memorial in Kleiner Park remembers fallen soldiers with ties to Meridian, but the project would not have been possible without a local veteran-boy scout team.
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Should City Council expand from four to six members? Who should be on the school board? Cast your vote May 21.
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About 30 families tend to the Meridian Co-Op Garden at Kleiner Park. They share planting, weeding and watering duties and reap a big harvest by summer’s end. One volunteer donates all her produce to the Meridian Food Bank.
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Nine Renaissance High School seniors are the first to graduate in Meridian with an associate degree. “I think that these young people have done an incredible job,” Superintendent Linda Clark said.
Gymnast, shooters from Meridian stand out at recent Junior Olympics events
After three years on Main Street, Schooners in Meridian is closing due to increased rent. But you can still visit Schooners staff in Garden City when Crooked Fence Barrelhouse opens this summer.
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COVER STORY: Renaissance seniors graduate with AA degrees
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Rocky Mountain High golfer Ryleigh Moore eyes strong 5A District III tournament at The Club at SpurWing next week.
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LOCAL NEWS The water in your sprinklers and at the car wash might be among the millions of gallons of treated water in the Meridian system. To keep up with population growth, the treatment facility will has expansions planned for the next 18 months.
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ON THE TOWN Ball at the Hall — a fun and elegant prom for grown-ups — is next week at City Hall. Proceeds benefit the kindness movement known as Ben’s Bells.
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The Meridian Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back a winter parade in December. It will be a night light parade, held before the annual Christmas tree lighting event.
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The demand for new homes in Meridian is on the rise, and more developers are back in business. Home prices are spiking, too.
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More than 7,000 athletes and volunteers are involved with Meridian PAL sports every year. In 17 years, Meridian PAL has expanded to six programs and recently helped build Heroes Park.
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Scentsy’s multimillion-dollar success has led to the need for more space. Its seventh building on the new campus will be complete at the end of this year.
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Rocky Mountain’s Mason Smith could have tough decision, choosing between professional baseball or fulfilling his commitment to the University of Utah
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In a recent Joint School District No. 2 survey, parents say long lunch lines, insufficient portions and unhealthy food leave students hungry. See how the district responded to concerns.
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Meridian PAL football is back with nearly twice as many players for its second season.
Lucky Fins, after building up a loyal following in Meridian, will expand to Brick Oven Beanery’s old Boise location this summer.
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COVER STORY: Fight against DUIs Natalie Marti, a Meridian resident who lost her family in a drunk-driving accident 10 years ago, strives to eliminate and outlaw impaired driving.
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COVER STORY: Meridian restaurant industry sees revival, especially along Eagle Road
Saturday’s Community Block Party in Settlers Park is expected to draw 4,000 to 5,000 people. The free family event includes a barbecue and food vendors, obstacle courses, prize giveaways and a new mascot dance-off.
During the recession, Meridian lost some prominent restaurants, and the city’s secondary liquor license market was sluggish. But this year, new restaurants are coming to town, the food service industry is one of Meridian’s top five job creators, and vacant restaurant space is much harder to find.
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Lindsay Johnson, of Boise, left, and Erin Ruiz, of Meridian, right, enjoy happy hour at the new Café Olé on Eagle Road in Meridian.
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Mountain View High boys basketball team to play Bishop Kelly before the Lakers-Jazz game Dec. 27 in Salt Lake City.
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More than 2,000 jobs were created in Meridian in 2012 and the first quarter of 2013, including a comeback of tech and manufacturing jobs — so much so that Valley businesses can’t find all the skilled workers they need.
The Rocky Mountain High football team is speeding up the pace and scoring plenty of points.
Owners of V3 Hair Studio plan to open a beauty school on the corner of Cherry Lane and Linder Road. The salon was recognized as a Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year and has gained national attention.
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‘Joey Special’ touching for both Rocky Mountain High football team and opponents.
The City Council election is less than two weeks away, and 17 candidates are running for four different seats. In today’s issue, candidates discuss what their role in growing the economy would be.
The Village at Meridian has been buzzing with activity ever since its grand opening last week. The cycling community is praising CenterCal for lending an ear to their needs.
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Curious to know how students at your child’s high school scored on this year’s SAT? See how their school matches up with others in the district and state averages.
Mountain View High School running back Josh Buss has rushed for 595 yards and scored nine touchdowns in the past two games.
A new storage facility will open this month on Chinden in Meridian. The fluctuations of storage demand reflect economic trends, according to managers of Meridian storage companies.
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Cyber bulling and sexting are big problems in local schools, Meridian Police Officer Dave Gomez says. The former Micron engineer strives to help students be safe online and to make good decisions.
This summer, Idaho Mountain Touring expanded from Boise to Meridian. Much of the company’s staff and customer base lives in Meridian, so it seemed like a good fit, owner Chris Haunold said.
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COVER STORY: Mammogram leads to successful cancer treatment Every October, we see pink wristbands and shirts and bandanas to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Back in 2009, this hype is what helped motivate Meridian resident Cheryl Mulvihill to get a mammogram — which led to the early detection and treatment of her breast cancer.
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COVER STORY: The Village brings lifestyle boost Today through Sunday, grand opening ceremonies and deals are going on at The Village at Meridian to celebrate the opening of the new lifestyle center.
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Rocky Mountain girls soccer team tops Timberline for first 5A District III championship
Meridian City Council candidates share their views on the city’s proposed $4.5-million public safety training center. The center is still in the early planning stages, but the city hopes to build it next to the existing police station.
In response to the rising trend of e-cigarettes, several new “vaping” stores have opened in Meridian. These stores sell batteryoperated devices that allow the user to inhale nicotine in vapor form. The public’s response to vaping is mixed.
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Tonight’s Eagle at Rocky Mountain High football game will be a reunion for coaches as the teams battle for playoff positioning.
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COVER STORY: Local Army veteran journeys from infantry to computer science With Veterans Day around the corner, former soldier Aaron Woods from Meridian talks about his experience leaving the military and transitioning back into civilian life. He found support through the local Wyakin Warriors Foundation that aids wounded veterans with college and career development.
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Meridian voters kept City Council candidates guessing Tuesday night with tight election races. Four candidates pulled ahead of the rest — in one race by only 35 votes. What’s next for the new, larger Meridian City Council?
Sam McKinnon claims the first 5A state cross country championship for a Mountain View High runner.
When the Meridian animal shelter closed, volunteers committed to find another way to help the city’s dogs. This week, they opened the new Meridian Valley Humane Society Canine Rescue, where volunteers help dogs find new homes.
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You may have had the chance to interact with Meridian firefighters during events in October — Public Safety Awareness month. Although their job title is “firefighter,” the responsibilities of crews stretch from cleaning up hazardous materials to rescuing distraught ducklings.
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Scentsy owners Orville and Heidi Thompson say they’re excited to bring their Scentsy Idaho “family” — consisting of about 740 employees — all together again on one campus with the opening of the new Scentsy Commons Office Tower later this year.
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The 5th annual Barley Bros. Traveling Beer Show this weekend, put on by Brewforia owner Rick Boyd, will feature almost 30 craft breweries, including about a dozen from Idaho.
Kory Puderbaugh was born with underdeveloped limbs, but that doesn’t stop the Meridian Technical Charter junior from excelling in sports. He recently discovered wheelchair rugby and now has hopes of joining the USA wheelchair rugby national team.
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SCHOOL NEWS The results are in — parents have given Joint School District No. 2 overall positive ratings in this year’s survey. But they aren’t shy about suggesting improvements.
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Rocky Mountain High School meets perennial power Highland for first time in 5A state football semifinals Friday
The time for holiday bazaars and Christmas shopping is upon us. We’ve got the scoop about upcoming events and about how you can support local artisans.
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Paula Miller, the Meridian Chamber of Commerce 2013 Woman of the Year, uses her struggles as a launchpad to help others. She’s involved in organizations to support small business owners and donate to hats and wigs.
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SPORTS NEWS The Mountain View High girls basketball team is off to a 3-0 start this season, including a 2-0 record in 5A Southern Idaho Conference play.
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Andy Propst talks about how being kidnapped and beaten during his LDS mission to Russia 15 years ago changed his life. The suspenseful story is being told through a new film, “The Saratov Approach.”
City Council approved six new positions in the Public Works Department this week. The department’s director said staffing levels have suffered in recent years because of a push for efficiency.
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Meridian companies have found their niche in the recreation technology industry — an industry that fits the Gem State well, local economic developmental officials say, pointing to Idaho’s mountains, rivers, wildlife and friendly gun culture. The rec tech sector employs about 37,000 Idahoans, and officials hope to see that number continue to grow.
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COVER: Buckle Up for Bobby
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Meridian will be well represented on the blue turf at Bronco Stadium this season.
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SCHOOL NEWS Curious about how many teachers, students, buses, buildings and employees belong to Joint School District No. 2? Find the answers and more in our graphic about the district.
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Since Rosauers opening in 2012, Whole Foods and a new Fred Meyer arrived. But Rosauers’ CEO said the store is seeing steady sales growth. Here are some reasons why.
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The health care industry supports thousands of jobs in Meridian, and it is in the running to be the fastest growing industry in the region between 2010 and 2020. We’ve featured local health care workers in this week’s cover story and a Meridian-based coalition that’s building Idaho’s medtech economy.
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COVER STORY: The business of medicine
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After losing their teenage son in a car accident, Duke and Sheri Rogers of Meridian launched Buckle Up for Bobby, a nonprofit that promotes safe driving and awards scholarships to youth.
SCHOOL NEWS Tech companies are clamoring to hire talented computer science graduates. Boise State plans to double its computer science department and help relieve the short supply of graduates.
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Forward Movement Training, a new safety training center in Meridian, is gearing up to start offering courses in February to both civilians and law enforcement officials in realistic training environments.
Ready to start the New Year off with some laughs? Check on the first-ever Idaho Laugh Festival next weekend, which will bring more than 70 comics to Boise for a side-splitting two-day event for all ages.
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SPORTS The Rocky Mountain High girls basketball team hasn’t found a challenge yet and they enter the weekend 15-0 with only two victories by fewer than 10 points.
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Last month, The Village at Meridian welcomed new restaurant, Twigs Bistro & Martini Bar. Based out of Spokane, Twigs offers 36 signature martinis and a broad gluten-free menu.
Local health insurance companies talk about the impact of the Affordable Care Act on their operations and staff levels.
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COVER: Happy birthday to us — Meridian Press reflects on first year MP has officially been telling your stories for one year now. Inside, find out how and why Meridian Press got started and what impact the weekly paper has made so far.
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