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Programs that help borrowers pay off education debt are encouraging Idaho’s law students to go into public service when they graduate.

A federal energy decision raises more questions about whether the utility has the power to shut off existing wind plants even if it saves customers money.

That just five women were included in "Idaho 100: The people Who Most Influenced the Gem State" didn’t go over well with some readers.

What is SlideKlowd? The app, developed in August 2011 by Klowd.com CEO Ken Holsinger and his team, is designed to keep audiences engaged during what might otherwise be boring presentations by asking for their involvement and feedback.

It is the grade-school wing of the International Baccalaureate program for older students, which the Coeur d’Alene board chased off in August, despite support from teachers who argued that it was a wonderful – and optional – advanced program. IB is based in Geneva, a city of peace, diplomacy and excellent watches located dangerously near the birthplace of famous sharer Karl Marx.

Idaho personal income rose less than one percent in the second quarter to an annualized $53.6 billion. The state’s showing — a 0.7 percent increase — was 48th among the states.

Of the 1,884 teachers who left the profession during the 2011-2012 school year, 957 year cited "personal reasons." Another 127 were fired, while 143 of the teachers were laid off.

Company executives said they’re trimming unnecessary spending, but they aren’t considering cutting jobs in Boise.

The Gem State is one of the top destinations for Californians leaving their state, according to a new report.

Guardian is a multimillion-dollar wholesale importer, manufacturer and distributor. The company sells survival kits, food-storage kits, pet-survival kits and products for hygiene and sanitation.