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(Bravery Magazine) Rexburg native and Brigham Young University-Idaho alumni Ashley Aikele wanted to ensure that children were exposed to strong female role models. To accomplish this goal, she co-founder Bravery Magazine and ran a Kickstarter campaign that reached its goal in only three days. Aikele joins Idaho Matters to discuss her journey in creating the inspirational magazine.  Have a question...

(Idaho Botanical Garden - Facebook) The Idaho Botanical Gardens has been putting on their Winter Garden aGlow event for more than 20 years, transforming the garden into a landscape of lights and colors. In order to ensure that people of every income level get to experience the winter wonderland, they have set up a program to help folks attend. Idaho Matters talks with an event organizer about the...

(Steve Conner / AP Images) The Boise State Broncos are set to host their third consecutive Mountain West Championship after beating Fresno State in 2017 and losing to them in 2018. This year, the Broncos will face Hawaii who Boise State defeated on the blue in October. But despite their 19th place ranking and winning record, they might get shut out of the Cotton Bowl. We catch up with reporter Dav...

(Joel Wayne / Boise State Public Radio)   Looking for a new holiday tradition? We have a recommendation for you: the Old Boise Model Train Club. Boise State Public Radio’s “ You Know The Place ” podcast recently visited the club. Take a listen to this special presentation on Idaho Matters. Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet  @KBSX915  using #IdahoMatters

(John McGee for Caldwell City Council - Facebook) Former Idaho state legislator John McGee has won a heated runoff election for Caldwell City Council seat 6. McGee was unceremoniously ousted from his position as an Idaho lawmaker after sexually harassing a legislative staff member. He served 39 days in jail for disturbing the peace in connection to the accusation.  Idaho Matters talks to College o...

(Katherine Jones / Idaho Statesman) Lauren McLean is set to become the next mayor of Boise after soundly beating incumbent Mayor Dave Bieter by 31% of the vote. He'll leave the post after 16 years in Boise's top job. We analyze the results with Jasper LiCalzi of the College of Idaho, along with reporters Madelyn Beck of the Mountain West News Bureau and Heath Druzin of Boise State Public Radio.  ...

(Ballet Idaho) After a successful "arts crawl" last spring featuring four of Boise's most prominent arts organizations, organizers are planning a similar event -- this time featuring youth artists. Next Tuesday (Dec. 10), Boise Contemporary Theater, Boise Philharmonic, Ballet Idaho and Opera Idaho will host a four-part event to highlight the artistic prowess of the community's young people. Idaho...

(SNAKE RIVER SEED COOPERATIVE/BOISE CO-OP) This segment originally aired January 23, 2019. The  Snake River Seed Cooperative  encourages regional growers to produce organic, non-GMO seed for both farmers and backyard gardeners. We meet the co-op's founder and director and learn why this program can lead to healthier communities and wealthier growers. Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet ...

Idaho Statehouse Dome (Samantha Wright / Boise State Public Radio) College tuition costs are rising around the country, leading to many suggestions about the issue of affordability. One group in Idaho are now backing a proposal of a tuition freeze, which would prevent schools from increasing the cost of schooling. Idaho EdNews reporter Kevin Richert explains how this issue is shaping up to be a de...

(Roger Phillips)   There’s a symbiotic relationship between hunting and conservation, and we’re not just talking about a romantic notion of our hunter-gatherer roots. But with the number of hunters on the decline nationally, stakeholders are banding together to attract a different type of hunter. We get a firsthand account from Boise State Public Radio's Heath Druzin , who recently took a trek int...

(Idaho State Historical Society) Boise's North End is home to some of the city's oldest houses, including the recently renovated Fowler House. On December 14, the North End Association will provide tours of these historic homes in support of a local nonprofit that helps families facing housing insecurity.  Idaho Matters talks with event organizers about the event and the homes on display. Have a q...

(Idyltime - Facebook) Local Boise band Idyltime is releasing their third album at a fundraising event for the World Center for Birds of Prey. Why this collaboration? One of the band members is the president of the nonprofit organization. Idaho Matters talks to him about this unique combination of raptor conservation and music. Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet  @KBSX915  using #IdahoM...

(Boise State University) Value-based healthcare is designed to incentivize high quality care to Medicare patients. The goal is to help lower and middle income families receive high quality care without private insurance. As more providers move toward this model, Boise State University is launching a certificate program in January to train folks in the healthcare industry. We learn more from the pr...

(Emilie Ritter Saunders / Boise State Public Radio) Tuesday December 3, Boise will have a runoff election for the office of mayor between incumbent candidate Dave Bieter and current City Council President Lauren McLean. Meanwhile, Caldwell is having a runoff for a city council seat between John McGee and Evangeline Beechler. Idaho Matters   has been asking for your questions and comments, and with...

(Discovery Center of Idaho / via Facebook ) A new exhibit has opened at the Discovery Center of Idaho. On display is a cast of Tinker, the most intact fossil of a juvenile T-Rex that exists anywhere in the world. Idaho Matters talks with the education director of the museum. Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet  @KBSX915  using #IdahoMatters

(Idaho Women's Business Center / via Facebook ) Women's Entrepreneurship Day was last week, celebrating women who have ventured out on their own in the business world. In Idaho, the day coincided with two new reports outlining the role women and girls play in the state's economic vitality. We talk with leaders from the Girl Scouts and the Idaho Women's Business Center to learn more.  Have a questi...

(Boise Co-op)   With Thanksgiving now just a couple of days away, we have something special for you: a visit inside one of the busiest bakeries in Idaho. George Prentice takes us along on a trip to the Boise Co-op where his tour guide was the head baker, who was preparing for the hundreds of pies the store would sell before the holiday feast. Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet  @KBSX91...

(James Dawson / Boise State Public Radio) Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg is apologizing and reversing a policy that would have barred students from using Medicaid to meet the school’s requirement for health coverage to enroll. Low-income students complained that they’d have to go into debt to buy health insurance that complied with school policy. Idaho Matters talks with Boise State Pub...

(Surel's Place / via Facebook )   The Treasure Valley is growing quickly, with many newcomers flocking to the area. Maybe you yourself moved here in the last 10 years. Do you remember your first impressions of the community after you moved here? What were the sights or sounds that stood out? Today, Idaho Matters is happy to premiere an audio piece by Croatian radio producer and artist Tomica Skavi...

(Frankie Barnhill / Boise State Public Radio ) As we prepare for Thanksgiving, the Interfaith Thanksgiving service at Boise's Cathedral of the Rockies Monday night aims to bring strangers and friends together. Various Christian denominations, along with Buddhist and Muslim followers will participate. The hope is to transcend individual faiths and religions and instead focus on community. Idaho Mat...

(Idaho Foodbank / via Facebook )   When the Idaho Foodbank opened its doors in 1984, its mission was simple: solve hunger in Idaho. As the organization enters its 35th year, that mission has expanded to feed, educate and advocate for Idahoans experiencing food insecurity. This time of year, they help to fill the holiday tables of families across the state. They're able to do this with their annual...

Earlier this month, Kenyan vultures were found illegally poisoned in the African country. However, thanks to the quick actions of a representative connected to the Boise-based Peregrine Fund, some of the birds were saved and nursed back to health. But the poisonings are not likely to stop.  Idaho Matters talks with the Executive Vice President & Global Director for Conservation Strategy at the...

(Gene J. Puskar / AP Images) As we head into the holiday season, you might be thinking about checking out some films with your friends and family. But with so many films vying for your attention, what do you see and what do you skip? Boise State Public Radio's George Prentice is our official movie critic and shares his recommendations on Idaho Matters.     Have a question or comment for the show?...

(Ethan Webber / Boise State Public Radio) After a week of national news consuming headlines, let the  Idaho Matters  Friday Reporter Roundtable get you caught up on important stories out of Idaho from this week. Check in with Idaho Public Television's Melissa Davlin and Bill Manny, along with Mike Sharp from KIVI 6 On Your Side.  Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet  @KBSX915  using #Ida...

(Emilie Ritter Saunders / Boise State Public Radio) After inconclusive results in November, both Boise and Caldwell are holding runoff elections December 3. Boise voters will decide whether to give incumbent Mayor Dave Bieter a fifth term in office, or elect his opponent and current City Council President Lauren McLean to the job. In the November 5 election, McLean took 46% of the vote while Biete...