Regional Economic Development

Aumeier said the site looks to make the regional universities senior partners in these areas, which in turn could draw more businesses to the area.

"The vision (the INEEL) has for Pocatello and eastern Idaho is absolutely phenomenal," Nettinga said.

2003 has been proclaimed the "Year of the Exporter" in Region VIII. Would you like more information on how your firm can export? Email us at [email protected] ************* Support for our troops is the key…

In 1999, at the height of the New Economy euphoria, PPI released its first State New Economy Index, which included 17 indicators to measure the degree to which state economies were structured and operated according…

Last Updated: March 23, 2003 In his spirited column about gambling ("Gambling doesn’t create wealth," March 9), John Torinus argues that casinos play no part in economic development. That’s not only misleading, it’s inaccurate. By…

"It’s evidence of what can be accomplished when a community works together," said Debbie Waddell

Officials from the Bechtel Corp. will present a $100,000 check to Buck Knives Thursday during a ground-breaking ceremony. Buck Knives will use the money to defray the costs of moving its plant from El Cajon,…

"Initiated under former President Clinton to "develop a scientifically sound and ecosystem-based strategy for management of eastside forests," the project studied the landscape, wildlife and economy of the Columbia River and its tributaries in several Western states."

Twenty-seven area business and government leaders will spend three days in Washington, D.C., this week. The annual visit is part salesmanship, and part survey of the federal landscape to find solutions to regional issues. Tom…

"The salary range for CEOs of groups like GPEC is about $175,000 to $275,000, said Jeffrey Finkle, CEO of the International Economic Development Council"

Some of the country´s newest entrepreneurs had their ideas vetted this week by Treasure Valley venture capitalists and business people in an annual competition at Boise State University. Julie Howard The Idaho Statesman • Northwest…