William A. Palmer, who is 45 and former custodian for Kimberly Middle School located in Twin Falls, ID was arrested in April 2010. His crime was putting a “love letter” in a 12 year old girl’s locker. Although he pled guilty to felony injury to a child, he was later charged with sexual abuse of a minor under 16 in the 5th District court on Tuesday. If he violates his probation he could face up to nine years in prison.
Kyle The article I read was about a man who drove his car into a group of people outside of a bar. The man, Michael C. Detwiler, is facing a felony charge of aggravated assault. On December 9th, Michael had gotten kicked out of a bar on Broadway for becoming aggressive with someone at the bar. A female employee of the bar followed him outside to see to it that he had left. After getting into his truck, he put the vehicle in drive instead of reverse. He drove straight at the employee and two bystanders. The employee and one bystander got away okay but the other person was hit. Luckily the person only went on top of the hood before the truck crashed into an awning. The man was uninjured as a result. After he ran his car into someone, Michael put his car into reverse and drove away. Later, Michael Detwiler was identified as a suspect. He was apprehended around an hour or so later at a convenience store. At the time when the police found him, they were planning on arresting him. However, he appeared to be extremely intoxicated so they decided to take him to a local hospital first. When the doctors were checking him out they found an unrelated medical condition that required him to stay at the hospital for treatment. The police issued an arrest warrant on Wednesday. He is expected to have his initial court appearance on Thursday afternoon. With the felony charge he is facing, he can spend up to 5 years in prison.
Kristine Dukes January 20, 2011 Article Reviewed from Business Insider (Insert in Idaho Statesman) Wed. Jan 19, 2011 Boarders a once “hot’’ retailer is losing ground in our fast paced ever changing technology minded environment. The radical shift of reading digital books has created huge shortfalls in revenue that has caused the company to halt payment to some vendors and renegotiation's of debt terms with lenders to keep from running out of money.
If renegotiation's fall through, that means violation of loan terms in the next few months and the company would experience a shortfall. They got in trouble on the debt side but also failed to move into digital as quickly as other competitors. In this age of quickly changing technology and media there is no mercy for those who don’t keep up. In 2009 Boarders had about 1,000 stores including those in the Walden Book chain and over the year or so has shed 200 mall based Walden Books leaving about 700 stores in operation. Boarders also had three distribution centers nationwide and last week announced they would be closing the one in Tennessee.
In the current retail market it’s difficult to be second or third in a category. Boarders fell behind in the race when Amazon and Barns and Noble introduced electronic book reading tablets. Amazon launched the Kindle, Barns and Noble responded with the Nook, technology which each respective company owns. Boarders didn’t come out with its Kobo wireless eReader until May 2010 and it does not own the technology but instead is an investor in the company that does. Barns and Noble also put a management team in place with digital experience and are banking on digital to save them. Boarders on the other hand have been late to the game at every turn so even change in management at this point may not help.
Shea I read an article about a man named, Michael C. Detwiler that was accused of driving a truck into three people at a bar. This article really irritates me because this happens so many times and people still never learn. Almost everyone has been taught not to drink excessively or bad things will happen. This is just another case of a person not listening and doing something extremely stupid. Allegedly, Detwiler was drunk and got kicked out of the bar for being to aggressive to a person, so the manager made him leave. Detwiler then decided to get into his car and instead of reversing, he put the car in drive and ran into three people in the front of the bar, one of which was the person who kicked Detwiler out. Detwiler supposedly had a unrelated medical condition that made this event even worse. Police didn’t arrest Detwiler because he was to intoxicated at the time, that why they took him to the hospital. This just goes to show how stupid people really are and they will never learn. Sooner or later the state is going to have to put harsher sentences on these people or this is going to keep happening. Every time I see an article like this, all I can do is shake my head in disappointment. This also goes to show how well parents raise their children, which is a whole other issue. I enjoyed reading this article just because I like reading about the stupid things people do in our society. http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/20/1495623/police-boise-man-accused-of-driving.html
Aaron Nelson Source: The Arbiter Jan 20th 2011 Article “meet the broncos” The men’s Basketball team has gone above and beyond all expectations this year. This year new coach Leon Rice has brought his knowledge and experience to Boise State. This year’s team has started overall 11-7 and 4-2 in the WAC conference this year. This is a huge improvement from last season. Some of the main players that have contributed to this are La’Shard Anderson senior, Westley Perryman, and Robert Arnold, also Pau Noonan. This senior class has been a very strong and solid team and has made fans very excited to see the team play this year. The article was very good, gave a brief bio of the players and coaches, and gave some well deserved recognition. The brand new coaching staff has been a breath of fresh air to the men’s basketball program. Their dedication to and drive for greatness has powered the players to work hard, and play to the best of their abilities. This article is a good overview of the year’s progress, and there are still 10 games left in the season. If the team stays on course they may be able to make the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2007. The Broncos have 7 seniors on the team this year so they are all looking to go out with a bang. The one thing that is certain is that our program is in good hands for the coming years.
Article: “Backpack Bomb in Spokane Is Described as ‘Lethal’” in U.S. Watch in The Wall Street Journal.
Comments: When I heard about this backpack bomb I was shocked. I became even more shocked when I read in this article that the bomb had the potential of being leathal if it had been successfully detonated. I personally have a great uncle in Spokane and I couldn’t help but think what could have happened or if my great uncle had been in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade route considering that he’s a catholic priest and often preaches about human rights. I was thankful to find out that the bomb had been successfully disarmed before anyone could be hurt but the FBI and local police have said that if the bomb had been successfully detonated then their would have been mass casualties. I find it shocking that there are still people out there that are trying to kill people with bombs and this happens to have happened in a town where I know that I have family in. To think that it was so close to someone I love and so close to Idaho that it scares me and makes me wonder what was the motive. Was it a white radical who just doesn’t like the fact that we celebrate the life of an assassinated civil rights leader or was it someone that had their own agenda? So far the investigation is still ongoing, but I hope we find out soon.
I think that it was very well written. It was an opinion piece but it wasn’t just her opinion. Jessica subtlety led you to her views on this piece. The person who she quoted seemed very passionate about what it was they were talking about, and they were well educated in politics and laws. I completely agree that a pharmacist should not have the right to call and ask why you need a prescription field. I would think that would violate your privacy as well as hippa laws. I understand that people have the right to their opinion and feel strongly about pro-life or pro-choice, however I agree with what both people in the article said that if pharmacist have an issue with giving out certain prescriptions then they should find another profession. No one should be able to tell women what to do with her body. Pharmacist refusing to feel prescriptions can lead to women feeling like they are being judged and embarrassed and therefore that can lead to women not getting prescriptions for birth control and other types of medication. While reading this article I started feeling very passionately about this issue. I could image what I would be feeling if I was treated in such a manner. I look forward to seeing where this leads and what will come of this situation and I hope actions are taken against this pharmacist
Regan The article I read was called “Planned Boise Solar Plant Moves; Doubles in Size.” It was all about how Boise, in correlation with local company Sunergy World, has been planning on putting in a very large solar plant in town to help power up to 10,000 Boise homes. Originally the plant was going to be by the airport parking lot, but as plans continued they realized it was going to be a very long, drawn out process to get approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. At that point, they decided to move it over off of Cloverdale, which would also allow them more room for a larger plant than originally planned. I think that this is a very good idea. This plant would mean that over 15,000 Boise homes would receive their power from the sun. Besides saving energy, once open the plant will also open up more jobs for Treasure Valley residents, which will help boost the local economy. This plant is far from being complete, but along the way will provide many construction jobs. I think it is very cool that Boise is starting to focus on “going green.” The article touched briefly on the use of other things, such as wind and water, for power. In the coming years, representatives at Idaho Power think that wind will be able to provide power for over half of the homes in the Treasure Valley. My question is, how much will we, the consumer, be paying for these cheaper forms of power? Are we going to see a decrease in our power bills, or an increase to help pay for the power plant? I think that these are important questions that the article did not touch on at all.
The article I read was about CWI students transferring to Boise State’s Teacher Education program and how many more students are transferring compared to previous years. I thought the article was good. I think it’s great that students are choosing Boise State for their post-secondary education and that they are transferring into the College of Education’s Teacher Education program. Each student that enrolls at Boise State puts the university on the map as an up-and-coming school in the nation. Schools are also in need of teachers, so this news is great to hear. Fifty students is a large number to make room for, and the university is going to have to free up some more seats for these students. This is a large number compared to the average of 20 students who have transferred from College of Southern Idaho in the past. The growing transfer student population also means more tuition dollars flowing into the university, which could be a potential source of income for the College of Education. The College of Education’s Associate Dean, Kenneth Coll, estimates that 30 percent of the tuition provided by students in the Teacher Education program will find its way back to the College of Education. Another great thing about these transfer students is that they are treated as regular Boise State students. Transfer students have to meet the same requirements as those students in the College of Education already attending Boise State. The registrar’s office makes accommodations for transfer students so they are not the last ones to enroll. Transfer students are given an enrollment date based on their class standing, not how long they’ve been attending Boise State.
Jacy Act of faith, desperation or protest: Self-immolation's through time; CNNWorld, Jan 19, 2011
Is a good article about self-immolation's through out time and how and why they come about. It starts off with the story of a Buddhist monk and how in the late fourth century it was done out of religious tradition. The topic was brought about after a college student in Tunisia set him self on fire in protest of the government. Since then, a number of others have taken up the act of self-immolation. It seems that they are struggling with the idea of it being out of protest, or out of faith. I see it as a mixture of both. There can not be one idea behind it and have that be the final answer. A lot of the protests seem to stem from one’s believe system, and not agreeing with what they are being told to do. They go on to say that the incidents that have happened in Tunisia are a “secular event.” That they happened not as an expression of one’s religion, but out of desperation and attention. There is also some question about whether or not mental health comes into play. I think that they are bringing up some good points, but ultimately there is no way to know why the person did it or not, unless you have the chance to talk to the player.
Shantel “As the coaching world turns” –Boise State Arbiter, Jan, 18, 2011. This article went over the recent changes in our footballs coaching staff at Boise State. We initially lost two coaches, with another coach getting offers from other schools but not yet decided on whether to accept. As the days passed however, things changed. One coach came back, one decided to stay, and we hired a former coach from a few years prior. In the midst of it all, there were lots of fans and players stressing out and even more questions. Overall I thought this article was mediocre. It left me still asking questions in the end rather than answering my initial ones. Yes, we’re relieved that Coach Pete is staying, but why did he turn down an obviously good opportunity? And did Pease try to leave because he was thought Coach Pete was leaving and was jumping ship? Or did he just want Harsin’s job in the first place? This article was well written with comments from everyone involved, but it failed to really address the issue at hand. Why are people coming, going, and staying in the first place? I would have liked to see a little bit more research done with the contracts being offered to everyone, and how exactly Pease got out of his with Indiana.
The article I read dealt with a bounty hunter who was shot by an LAPD officer and was awarded over 1 million dollars. This incident took place on November 30th, 2005 and it occurred in the evening. Elvin Gilbert is a bounty hunter that works out of Los Angeles and was detaining a bail jumper who was being charged with a felony when the shooting happened. A LAPD officer Daniel Pearce saw Gilbert leaving the house with a gun in hand and thought he was robbing and kidnapping so he pulled his gun out and told Gilbert to drop the gun. Gilbert unaware of this demand carried on with his duty. The officer fired his weapon when he felt Gilbert raised his gun and pointed it at the LAPD officer. Gilbert was shot twice, one in the arm and one which entered the left side of his stomach. The jury found that officer Pearce used excessive force when he shot Elvin Gilbert. This trial took a total of six days and there was a witness that said Gilbert was escorting the known felon out of his house. Officer Pearce said what he saw was “a man dressed in black confronting a Latino, holding his wrists behind his back and escorting him at gunpoint.” Also Attorneys for Gilbert told jurors the bounty hunters had warned an LAPD patrol unit the day before that they would be in the area seeking to detain a fugitive. Gilbert was awarded approximately 1 .165 million from the case.
Thanks to the Bill of Rights and Universities obligation to follow those in accordance to their students and faculty, the University of California Davis is conducting an investigation of a professor’s action taken with a student missing class for giving birth. A professor of veterinary medicine came across an ethical decision when one of his students missed significant class time after giving birth. Being at odds with his decision he chose to involve the class in his decision making. He presented that class to take a poll to determine what the absent student’s grade should be. One student sensed that this may infringe on the students right to privacy as well as going against school codes of conduct, resulting in the investigation of the professor’s actions by school officials. I think it is in the school’s best interest to investigate the situation even though the professor has been a part of the university for many years. In most cases, school’s have specific codes of conduct directed towards students with family emergencies or circumstances that pertained to this specific case. Also, students have rights to privacy especially with their grades and the professor was all but tip toeing around those rights. Worse ethical situations have occurred on campuses but the university is smart in delving deeper into whether anyone’s rights were violated and if the student would be able to seek justice for the violated rights. Professor accused of asking class to grade student who missed class to give birth, written by Laurel RosenHall. I read this article in Boise State’s, The Arbiter, printed on January 20, 2011.
“Planned Boise solar plant moves, doubles in size” Idaho Statesman
Michele Sneed
The City of Boise has leased 160 acres about 20 miles South of Boise to Boise Company Sunergy. Located by South Cloverdale and East Sand Creek roads, the land will be used for a solar plant that eventually could power 15,000 homes in the region. Boise Mayor Dave Bieter had announced the solar project to be built on land near the airport, during his State of the City address in June 2010. Once it was announced, this project was slated as the largest of its kind in Idaho. Now that the Sunergy has moved to the larger piece of land, the struggles with approval from the Federal Aviation Administration are no longer an issue. When complete the solar plant will produce nearly 20 megawatts of power and between 5 and 10 permanent jobs. During construction, there will be many temporary jobs made too. The project is expected to be complete in 2012.
Emily The Idaho Statesman More than 80 animals seized in Payette County The Idaho Department of Agriculture seized over 80 animals from a ranch in Emmett this January. I liked how the article explained that the Department of Ag had been to the property last summer, however I would have like to read about their findings and their reasons for not revisiting or taking action at that time. The article gave its readers a clear sense of the condition that the animals had been found in. It explained that their condition could have been created by the lack of accessability to adequate food and water. The descriptive words the author used lended to this, for example, “deplorable” and comparing the animals to “mudballs.” The number of each type of animal found was given and the article followed up on where the animals have been placed since being rescued. I think that it’s important in an article such as this not to emphasize on the negative. The author did this by touching on the fact that several of the animals could not be saved, and as a result were euthanized, but did not elaborate on the exact details of their condition.
Joe Idaho Statesman “BSU could host TCU in 2011” The article I have chosen for this week is taken from the Idaho Statesman and written by Chadd Cripe. The article discusses potential schedule changes to Boise State Football’s inaugural Mountain West Conference schedule for 2011. The highlighted game is between Boise State and the Rose Bowl Champions TCU. The current schedule has Boise State visiting TCU in 2011, however, the Mountain West committee of athletic directors are seriously considering moving that specific game to Boise. The recent decision of TCU’s move to the Big East Conference from the Mountain West has seemed to create some backlash from the committee. TCU’s move to the Big East will not take in to affect until 2012, but the committee feels that it would not be right for Boise State to travel to Texas to only see no return trip on TCU’s behalf. I find this subject quite interesting, because there are two clear sides to the argument of where the game should be played. The Boise State side is that why should TCU get to host the game when they have the luxury of bouncing to an automatic qualifying conference a year later. Another pro BSU argument is that why should the game be played at a stadium where there is massive renovation occurring at TCU’s Amon G. Carter Stadium. Then there is the TCU side, why should Boise State host the game when it is their first year in the Mountain West. TCU sides that why should they be punished when they’ve been in the conference for some time. Both schools have their sides and it should be interesting to see where the game is finally played at.
Police: Boise man accused of driving truck into three people outside bar charged with aggravated assault
37 year old Michael C. Detwiler was upset after getting kicked out of a bar for being too aggressive with other people on the night of Dec. 9 on the 1300th block of South Broadway Ave. He then proceeded to get in his truck and purposefully drive towards three people. One man and woman dodged his truck but he struck another man into the patio area. The man walked away uninjured. Detwiler then put his car into reverse and drove away. Officers later spotted him at a convenience store. He was so intoxicated the police had to take him to the hospital instead of arresting him, later to find out he had an unrelated medical condition that required him to remain at the hospital. He was arrested on Wednesday and will have his first court appearance on Thursday. He could face up to 5 years in prison with a felony aggravated assault charge.
Idaho Statesman: “More Than 80 Animals Seized in Payette County”
The article that I chose dealt with the more than 80 animals that have been rescued from a farm near New Plymouth, ID. The story as a whole was a bit shocking to hear due to the number of animals that were involved. It seems a bit strange that a problem of this size could have gone unnoticed for such a long period without any government intervention. The article itself did not feature any information on the owners of the ranch, but was supplemented with quotations from the Idaho Humane Society on the state of the animals and the farm. While it does say a lot that there was an effort put forth to save these animals it does make me wonder how long this had been going on overlooked. The conditions of several of the animals were so poor that they were put down, which gives some indication as to just how bad the situation had gotten. One part of the article that I found helpful to the cause was that the last lines contained contact information for any individuals wishing to help out. I do look forward to seeing what information is revealed in the coming weeks on the story because there are many questions left unanswered.
Idaho Statesman: Engineer Gets 32 Years For Military Secrets Sale
This article explains why this man, Noshir Gowada, an engineer for a B-2 bomber, got charged for conspiracy. He was charged with not only conspiracy, but with communicating national defense information to aid a foreign nation, and violating the arms export control act. He was charged in Honolulu, Hawaii and will serve in federal prison. This article intrigued me with the deck of the article stating that he is sentenced to 32 years in federal prison, it was really eye opening to me and a very interesting read.
Idaho Statesman- "Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban"
I read an article talking about a bill being introduced to Idaho lawmakers for the second year in a row. It was passed by the Senate last year but died in the House due to a technicality. They also want to ban talking on cell phones without using a hands free device. They would also consider this inattentive driving which is considered a misdemeanor. Senate Assistant Minority Leader Les Bock, D-Boise is the main head of this effort in this year’s state legislature with help from Republican state senator, John McGee.
Sydney G. Idaho Statesman: "Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban"
There has been a lot of talk about texting while driving and if there should be a law against it. 29 states have already passed restrictions on texting while driving. Idaho is looking again and setting limits on texting while driving, and possibly talking on the phone without a hands-free device. There are a few instances where drivers would not be penalized for texting or talking on the cell phone while behind the wheel. These include medical or law enforcement personnel on duty and someone who is reporting a crime or accident. This is something that will affect many people since cell phones are part of our everyday life.
Idaho Statesman: 21-year-old Eagle man arrested for trying to meet up with 14-year-old girl for sex
The article I chose dealt with a man who was arrested and convicted of child exploitation. After sending suggestive e-mails to the child on the internet, the girl's parents notified officials. Then, as though they were on To Catch a Predator, a detective took over and contacted the man, posing as the child. Several days later, the man was scheduled to meet "the girl" in a nearby alley...but met law enforcement instead. Luckily, enticement of a child over the internet is punishable by up to fifteen years in prison. I think it's disgusting that someone would try to do that to a child, and I hope he's put away for a relatively long time. However, I think that parents should also be more involved in monitoring their kid's internet usage. I believe that it's irresponsible to place all of the blame on the predator; children should learn internet safety from the beginning. Prevention is the best form of protection.
Idaho Statesmen: After 90 years, Lloyd Lumber closes its doors
This article I chose is dealing with a lumber yard that had to close its doors after 90 years of business in Nampa Idaho. Owner, Bob Jacobsen, said it was a hard decision to make but they had to do it because of the bad economy and housing industry. The story saddened me after reading that the owner had to lay off 145 workers. Fortunately most of the workers were able to find another job after being laid off. The article did not specify what kind of jobs the workers were able to get, but it did state it was harder saying goodbye to the long time workers.
New York Times: "Browner Leaving Climate-Change Job”
This Times article reports on the vacating Climate-Change czar, Carol Browner, after her initial position in the Obama Administration from the beginning. The article goes on to put her exit in context noting that Republicans, who are largely opposed to climate change legislation in the 111th Congress, increased their numbers in both chambers of Congress and are highly unlikely to support the Administration’s climate efforts. Also, interestingly enough, the article gives new information when it states that she was slated for the position of Deputy Chief of Staff to the President after the exit of Rahm Emanuel.
I am personaly facinated with stories like these because its an out of the box type of lifestyle. Interviews can take these things even deeper however in this case more questions were asked about the how of feng shui rather than the why the designer uses it. There is only a brief discussion about the background of the designer. I personally would have been more interested in knowing her background and how and why she got to being a feng shui artist and designer. The information however that was given was useful and interesting and for someone who wants some basic tips into using feng shui this would be a great brief article to use to that end.
Sam Alderman Source: Idaho Statesman January 24, 2011
Idaho state lawmakers are looking to create a new bill banning drivers from texting while driving. After a year since the legislature failed to create a statewide ban on cell phone use while driving, the idea has once again been brought to attention. At least 29 other states have already implemented a texting while driving restriction. The ban would include a $50 fine for texting while driving, and a $75 fine for driving while talking on the phone. Subsequent infractions would lead to a $100 fine.
Niko Lostra Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban. http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/24/1500657/idaho-lawmakers-to-again-look.html With legislation back in session, Idaho lawmakers are looking at banning texting while driving. They are discussing a $50 fine for your first offense and then $100 if you get caught any other time. They are also discussing a $75 fine if you're talking on your phone without a hands free device. This law should be passed because many people die or get seriously injured because people are using their cell phones and not paying attention to their driving.
Nadine Russell Idaho Statesmen, sports recap of the week “Wade wears tinted glasses for practice” I reviewed the sports recap of the week, well one of them. It is about Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat basketball team wearing sunglasses to the team practice. He did this because he continually suffers from a migraine headache. Sunglasses help the sensitivity to light when dealing with a migrane, and Miami Heat coach Erik Spolestra reported that Wade looked fine in practice. The Heat team however suffers from more than one injury, alongside Wade players Chris Bosh and Eddie House suffer from sprained ankles. It is unknown whether Bosh will be on the court for the Heat game against New York on Thursday.
As a resident of Meridian this caught my eye because of the ban that the city of Meridian has recently passed. The article states that 29 of our states have passed a similar ban on texting while driving. It is a misdemeanor charge and it can cost anywhere from $50-100 dollars depending on how many violations you have. Also you can be sighted $75 if using your cell phone without a hand-free device. I personally don’t have anything against the ban but will have to say that I still sometimes forget that in Meridian I can get a ticket and will reply to a quick text, yes, yes, I know it is not safe but it’s an old habit that I should kick. Because I mean, I don’t have the 50 bucks to pay! So don’t text and drive save your money and save your life.
Whitney H. Jury trial for Boise man charged with vehicular manslaughter for deaths of Woychicks in 2009 delayed until May Source: Idaho Statesman
Two elderly people in the Boise community were killed nearly two years ago and the person who is accused has still not gone to trial. John Tiemann’s trial was supposed to be in February of this month but is now delayed again. Since this accident happened two years ago, I feel that it should have been addressed earlier because of the effect it had on the community. The crosswalk has already been revamped in order to avoid future accidents on this section of Parkcenter, and the person who is accused hasn’t even gone to court yet. It almost feels like the courts don’t take a huge interest in this case because it is no longer “relevant” to current news.
Tawnya Gilbert Smoke alarms are extremely important. This statement was recently proven by a current article in the Idaho Statesman. It so happens that a resident of an apartment complex heard a fire alarm in another room and notified the fire department. No one was home at the place of the fire. The fire could have caused serious damage had it not been for the fire alarm and the helpful resident. This simple article will remind people to check their smoke alarms, and hopefully help people to think twice about the location of candles and paper. Put plainly, unattended candles next to paper can cause fires, and fire alarms are there for a reason.
A new lap top may be on it's way to your child in Idaho school if Superintendent Luna gets his way. Lina wants to move 770 teachers out, and technology in by 2013. This means that fourth through 12th grade students may be schooled, but not all by an actual teacher. There is some public disagreement that has resulted in many property owners volunteering to pay higher taxes, all to keep a human teacher in the classroom. Luna plan to spend 513 million dollars to make Idaho schools enter the ever changing high tech world. Megan Reece
Lindsey Hileman Idaho Statesman “Oprah Winfrey finds sister she didn't know she had” This article from Don Babwin of Associated Press covers the background of Oprah’s big announcement today: she has a long lost half-sister. Often times celebrity family members, or at least people claiming to be related to celebrities, come out of the woodwork at the most opportune times trying to gain something, if only their own fifteen minutes of fame. This case seems to be pretty legit. Patricia, Oprah’s half sister, has actually known about their family ties since 2007 and has yet to try to gain anything from the discovery. She could have made as much as $75,000 if she had sold the story to tabloids but clearly making a connection with her famous half sister was more important.
Stephanie Casanova Rodgers leads Pack to the Super Bowl, beat Bears 21-14 The Idaho Statesman summarizes the NFC Championship Greenbay victory. It informs the readers of certain highlights during the game. Both teams’ successful plays as well as mistakes made in the game are covered. Interviewed players are quoted throughout the article, as well as the coaches. Being a Packers fan I enjoyed the article. It puts Greenbay on a spotlight, honors their victory, and tells readers that this team is headed to Dallas for the 45th Super Bowl against the Pittsburgh Steelers on the 6th of February. The Bears and Packers are the first two NFL Teams, have always been rivals, and at least to most fans, games such as Sunday’s are extremely important.
Idaho Statesman: "There’s no place like Boise for coach Chris Petersen, who will remain with the Broncos"
The article that I selected talked about Boise State football head coach Chris Petersen and his recent decision to stay in Boise, Idaho and remain the head coach at Boise State University. His decision was announced January 10, 20111, and has brought many cheers from Bronco fans around the country. Petersen, who recently signed a 5 year extension with the Broncos, was being heavily sought after by Stanford University, a top 5 program, and the place in which he grew up. The article discusses Petersen’s reasons for staying, the top two being the livability and uniqueness the Boise community has. Petersen is the first head coach to win at least 90 percent of his games in his first 5 seasons since World War II.
Barbacoa’s goal: Stimulate the senses And the food’s pretty good, too
This article is a food review of Barbacoa’s new grand opening and I think the author, Gregory Hahn, did a fantastic job. He catered to the senses of the readers and described a place which not only has amazing, exotic foods and drinks, but an environment which meets the same requirements. As an article in the Entertainment section, his writing was equally entertaining and did not disappoint. Not only was his descriptive language enhancing, but he also explained some facts about the restaurant which included item prices which are very helpful to future restaurant-goers. I have not been to the new Barbacoa yet, but after reading this article I definitely would like to add this to my list.
No changes to Ada County vehicle emission-testing program
Ada County's Air Quality Board voted against a motion to change its existing emission testing program. The proposed change would have moved control of the program from the county Air Quality Board to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. Canyon County's program, which was adopted last year, is run by the DEQ. The department entered into a 5-year contract with a Utah-based company which administers the emissions tests in both the county and Kuna. The arguments for the switch included support of local business and a more cost effective and efficient program. The arguments against the switch included reports of Canyon County residents enduring long lines and restricted testing times as well as the possibility of testing money going out of state.
Nichole Stallings "Professor accused of asking class to grade student who missed class to give birth" --The Arbiter, Jan 18,2011 This article was about a UC Davis professor who was "Accused" of asking his students to vote upon the method of grading he should use on a woman who missed class to give childbirth. The author of this article explained to the readers that there was no evidence that could tie the teacher to this allegation. A student e-mailed fellow students saying that the teacher would like to know the “class’s opinion.” No further story was expressed. Information about whether the teacher used this class pole as a means to “decide” his grading method was not given. Also, the article did not tell readers any information or opinion of the events coming from the new mother. The article seemed as though it was missing a lot of information needed. It introduced readers to the topic, but did not give any evidence to which a reader may form an opinion of their own. The little bits of information outside of exposition were invaluable. If a person is going to write about such an event as a means to inform a reader, they should delve deeper into the situation and should give their readers valuable information that can be used to create an objective opinion. I think the writer was attempting to not give readers his/her opinion, but in doing so, he left out too much information that was needed.
Anna Milder
ReplyDeleteFormer school janitor sentenced for "love letter"
William A. Palmer, who is 45 and former custodian for Kimberly Middle School located in Twin Falls, ID was arrested in April 2010. His crime was putting a “love letter” in a 12 year old girl’s locker. Although he pled guilty to felony injury to a child, he was later charged with sexual abuse of a minor under 16 in the 5th District court on Tuesday. If he violates his probation he could face up to nine years in prison.
Kyle
ReplyDeleteThe article I read was about a man who drove his car into a group of people outside of a bar. The man, Michael C. Detwiler, is facing a felony charge of aggravated assault. On December 9th, Michael had gotten kicked out of a bar on Broadway for becoming aggressive with someone at the bar. A female employee of the bar followed him outside to see to it that he had left. After getting into his truck, he put the vehicle in drive instead of reverse. He drove straight at the employee and two bystanders. The employee and one bystander got away okay but the other person was hit. Luckily the person only went on top of the hood before the truck crashed into an awning. The man was uninjured as a result. After he ran his car into someone, Michael put his car into reverse and drove away.
Later, Michael Detwiler was identified as a suspect. He was apprehended around an hour or so later at a convenience store. At the time when the police found him, they were planning on arresting him. However, he appeared to be extremely intoxicated so they decided to take him to a local hospital first. When the doctors were checking him out they found an unrelated medical condition that required him to stay at the hospital for treatment.
The police issued an arrest warrant on Wednesday. He is expected to have his initial court appearance on Thursday afternoon. With the felony charge he is facing, he can spend up to 5 years in prison.
Kristine Dukes
ReplyDeleteJanuary 20, 2011
Article Reviewed from Business Insider (Insert in Idaho Statesman) Wed. Jan 19, 2011
Boarders a once “hot’’ retailer is losing ground in our fast paced ever changing technology minded environment. The radical shift of reading digital books has created huge shortfalls in revenue that has caused the company to halt payment to some vendors and renegotiation's of debt terms with lenders to keep from running out of money.
If renegotiation's fall through, that means violation of loan terms in the next few months and the company would experience a shortfall. They got in trouble on the debt side but also failed to move into digital as quickly as other competitors. In this age of quickly changing technology and media there is no mercy for those who don’t keep up.
In 2009 Boarders had about 1,000 stores including those in the Walden Book chain and over the year or so has shed 200 mall based Walden Books leaving about 700 stores in operation. Boarders also had three distribution centers nationwide and last week announced they would be closing the one in Tennessee.
In the current retail market it’s difficult to be second or third in a category. Boarders fell behind in the race when Amazon and Barns and Noble introduced electronic book reading tablets. Amazon launched the Kindle, Barns and Noble responded with the Nook, technology which each respective company owns. Boarders didn’t come out with its Kobo wireless eReader until May 2010 and it does not own the technology but instead is an investor in the company that does.
Barns and Noble also put a management team in place with digital experience and are banking on digital to save them. Boarders on the other hand have been late to the game at every turn so even change in management at this point may not help.
Shea
ReplyDeleteI read an article about a man named, Michael C. Detwiler that was accused of driving a truck into three people at a bar. This article really irritates me because this happens so many times and people still never learn. Almost everyone has been taught not to drink excessively or bad things will happen. This is just another case of a person not listening and doing something extremely stupid. Allegedly, Detwiler was drunk and got kicked out of the bar for being to aggressive to a person, so the manager made him leave. Detwiler then decided to get into his car and instead of reversing, he put the car in drive and ran into three people in the front of the bar, one of which was the person who kicked Detwiler out. Detwiler supposedly had a unrelated medical condition that made this event even worse. Police didn’t arrest Detwiler because he was to intoxicated at the time, that why they took him to the hospital. This just goes to show how stupid people really are and they will never learn. Sooner or later the state is going to have to put harsher sentences on these people or this is going to keep happening. Every time I see an article like this, all I can do is shake my head in disappointment. This also goes to show how well parents raise their children, which is a whole other issue. I enjoyed reading this article just because I like reading about the stupid things people do in our society.
http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/20/1495623/police-boise-man-accused-of-driving.html
Aaron Nelson
ReplyDeleteSource: The Arbiter
Jan 20th 2011
Article “meet the broncos”
The men’s Basketball team has gone above and beyond all expectations this year. This year new coach Leon Rice has brought his knowledge and experience to Boise State. This year’s team has started overall 11-7 and 4-2 in the WAC conference this year. This is a huge improvement from last season.
Some of the main players that have contributed to this are La’Shard Anderson senior, Westley Perryman, and Robert Arnold, also Pau Noonan. This senior class has been a very strong and solid team and has made fans very excited to see the team play this year. The article was very good, gave a brief bio of the players and coaches, and gave some well deserved recognition. The brand new coaching staff has been a breath of fresh air to the men’s basketball program. Their dedication to and drive for greatness has powered the players to work hard, and play to the best of their abilities. This article is a good overview of the year’s progress, and there are still 10 games left in the season. If the team stays on course they may be able to make the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2007. The Broncos have 7 seniors on the team this year so they are all looking to go out with a bang. The one thing that is certain is that our program is in good hands for the coming years.
Marijane,
ReplyDeleteArticle: “Backpack Bomb in Spokane Is Described as ‘Lethal’” in U.S. Watch in The Wall Street Journal.
Comments: When I heard about this backpack bomb I was shocked. I became even more shocked when I read in this article that the bomb had the potential of being leathal if it had been successfully detonated. I personally have a great uncle in Spokane and I couldn’t help but think what could have happened or if my great uncle had been in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade route considering that he’s a catholic priest and often preaches about human rights. I was thankful to find out that the bomb had been successfully disarmed before anyone could be hurt but the FBI and local police have said that if the bomb had been successfully detonated then their would have been mass casualties. I find it shocking that there are still people out there that are trying to kill people with bombs and this happens to have happened in a town where I know that I have family in. To think that it was so close to someone I love and so close to Idaho that it scares me and makes me wonder what was the motive. Was it a white radical who just doesn’t like the fact that we celebrate the life of an assassinated civil rights leader or was it someone that had their own agenda? So far the investigation is still ongoing, but I hope we find out soon.
Katie
ReplyDeleteThe Arbiter, Please sir I want some more.
I think that it was very well written. It was an opinion piece but it wasn’t just her opinion. Jessica subtlety led you to her views on this piece. The person who she quoted seemed very passionate about what it was they were talking about, and they were well educated in politics and laws. I completely agree that a pharmacist should not have the right to call and ask why you need a prescription field. I would think that would violate your privacy as well as hippa laws. I understand that people have the right to their opinion and feel strongly about pro-life or pro-choice, however I agree with what both people in the article said that if pharmacist have an issue with giving out certain prescriptions then they should find another profession. No one should be able to tell women what to do with her body. Pharmacist refusing to feel prescriptions can lead to women feeling like they are being judged and embarrassed and therefore that can lead to women not getting prescriptions for birth control and other types of medication. While reading this article I started feeling very passionately about this issue. I could image what I would be feeling if I was treated in such a manner. I look forward to seeing where this leads and what will come of this situation and I hope actions are taken against this pharmacist
Regan
ReplyDeleteThe article I read was called “Planned Boise Solar Plant Moves; Doubles in Size.” It was all about how Boise, in correlation with local company Sunergy World, has been planning on putting in a very large solar plant in town to help power up to 10,000 Boise homes. Originally the plant was going to be by the airport parking lot, but as plans continued they realized it was going to be a very long, drawn out process to get approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. At that point, they decided to move it over off of Cloverdale, which would also allow them more room for a larger plant than originally planned.
I think that this is a very good idea. This plant would mean that over 15,000 Boise homes would receive their power from the sun. Besides saving energy, once open the plant will also open up more jobs for Treasure Valley residents, which will help boost the local economy. This plant is far from being complete, but along the way will provide many construction jobs. I think it is very cool that Boise is starting to focus on “going green.” The article touched briefly on the use of other things, such as wind and water, for power. In the coming years, representatives at Idaho Power think that wind will be able to provide power for over half of the homes in the Treasure Valley. My question is, how much will we, the consumer, be paying for these cheaper forms of power? Are we going to see a decrease in our power bills, or an increase to help pay for the power plant? I think that these are important questions that the article did not touch on at all.
http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/20/1495038/planned-boise-solar-plant-moves.html
Jarrod
ReplyDeleteThe Arbiter
The article I read was about CWI students transferring to Boise State’s Teacher Education program and how many more students are transferring compared to previous years. I thought the article was good. I think it’s great that students are choosing Boise State for their post-secondary education and that they are transferring into the College of Education’s Teacher Education program. Each student that enrolls at Boise State puts the university on the map as an up-and-coming school in the nation. Schools are also in need of teachers, so this news is great to hear. Fifty students is a large number to make room for, and the university is going to have to free up some more seats for these students. This is a large number compared to the average of 20 students who have transferred from College of Southern Idaho in the past. The growing transfer student population also means more tuition dollars flowing into the university, which could be a potential source of income for the College of Education. The College of Education’s Associate Dean, Kenneth Coll, estimates that 30 percent of the tuition provided by students in the Teacher Education program will find its way back to the College of Education. Another great thing about these transfer students is that they are treated as regular Boise State students. Transfer students have to meet the same requirements as those students in the College of Education already attending Boise State. The registrar’s office makes accommodations for transfer students so they are not the last ones to enroll. Transfer students are given an enrollment date based on their class standing, not how long they’ve been attending Boise State.
Jacy
ReplyDeleteAct of faith, desperation or protest: Self-immolation's through time; CNNWorld, Jan 19, 2011
Is a good article about self-immolation's through out time and how and why they come about. It starts off with the story of a Buddhist monk and how in the late fourth century it was done out of religious tradition.
The topic was brought about after a college student in Tunisia set him self on fire in protest of the government. Since then, a number of others have taken up the act of self-immolation.
It seems that they are struggling with the idea of it being out of protest, or out of faith. I see it as a mixture of both. There can not be one idea behind it and have that be the final answer. A lot of the protests seem to stem from one’s believe system, and not agreeing with what they are being told to do. They go on to say that the incidents that have happened in Tunisia are a “secular event.” That they happened not as an expression of one’s religion, but out of desperation and attention. There is also some question about whether or not mental health comes into play. I think that they are bringing up some good points, but ultimately there is no way to know why the person did it or not, unless you have the chance to talk to the player.
Shantel
ReplyDelete“As the coaching world turns” –Boise State Arbiter, Jan, 18, 2011.
This article went over the recent changes in our footballs coaching staff at Boise State. We initially lost two coaches, with another coach getting offers from other schools but not yet decided on whether to accept. As the days passed however, things changed. One coach came back, one decided to stay, and we hired a former coach from a few years prior. In the midst of it all, there were lots of fans and players stressing out and even more questions.
Overall I thought this article was mediocre. It left me still asking questions in the end rather than answering my initial ones. Yes, we’re relieved that Coach Pete is staying, but why did he turn down an obviously good opportunity? And did Pease try to leave because he was thought Coach Pete was leaving and was jumping ship? Or did he just want Harsin’s job in the first place?
This article was well written with comments from everyone involved, but it failed to really address the issue at hand. Why are people coming, going, and staying in the first place? I would have liked to see a little bit more research done with the contracts being offered to everyone, and how exactly Pease got out of his with Indiana.
Hunter
ReplyDeleteThe article I read dealt with a bounty hunter who was shot by an LAPD officer and was awarded over 1 million dollars. This incident took place on November 30th, 2005 and it occurred in the evening. Elvin Gilbert is a bounty hunter that works out of Los Angeles and was detaining a bail jumper who was being charged with a felony when the shooting happened. A LAPD officer Daniel Pearce saw Gilbert leaving the house with a gun in hand and thought he was robbing and kidnapping so he pulled his gun out and told Gilbert to drop the gun. Gilbert unaware of this demand carried on with his duty. The officer fired his weapon when he felt Gilbert raised his gun and pointed it at the LAPD officer. Gilbert was shot twice, one in the arm and one which entered the left side of his stomach. The jury found that officer Pearce used excessive force when he shot Elvin Gilbert. This trial took a total of six days and there was a witness that said Gilbert was escorting the known felon out of his house. Officer Pearce said what he saw was “a man dressed in black confronting a Latino, holding his wrists behind his back and escorting him at gunpoint.” Also Attorneys for Gilbert told jurors the bounty hunters had warned an LAPD patrol unit the day before that they would be in the area seeking to detain a fugitive. Gilbert was awarded approximately 1 .165 million from the case.
Amy
ReplyDeleteThanks to the Bill of Rights and Universities obligation to follow those in accordance to their students and faculty, the University of California Davis is conducting an investigation of a professor’s action taken with a student missing class for giving birth. A professor of veterinary medicine came across an ethical decision when one of his students missed significant class time after giving birth. Being at odds with his decision he chose to involve the class in his decision making. He presented that class to take a poll to determine what the absent student’s grade should be. One student sensed that this may infringe on the students right to privacy as well as going against school codes of conduct, resulting in the investigation of the professor’s actions by school officials. I think it is in the school’s best interest to investigate the situation even though the professor has been a part of the university for many years. In most cases, school’s have specific codes of conduct directed towards students with family emergencies or circumstances that pertained to this specific case. Also, students have rights to privacy especially with their grades and the professor was all but tip toeing around those rights. Worse ethical situations have occurred on campuses but the university is smart in delving deeper into whether anyone’s rights were violated and if the student would be able to seek justice for the violated rights.
Professor accused of asking class to grade student who missed class to give birth, written by Laurel RosenHall.
I read this article in Boise State’s, The Arbiter, printed on January 20, 2011.
“Planned Boise solar plant moves, doubles in size”
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman
Michele Sneed
The City of Boise has leased 160 acres about 20 miles South of Boise to Boise Company Sunergy. Located by South Cloverdale and East Sand Creek roads, the land will be used for a solar plant that eventually could power 15,000 homes in the region. Boise Mayor Dave Bieter had announced the solar project to be built on land near the airport, during his State of the City address in June 2010. Once it was announced, this project was slated as the largest of its kind in Idaho. Now that the Sunergy has moved to the larger piece of land, the struggles with approval from the Federal Aviation Administration are no longer an issue.
When complete the solar plant will produce nearly 20 megawatts of power and between 5 and 10 permanent jobs. During construction, there will be many temporary jobs made too.
The project is expected to be complete in 2012.
Emily
ReplyDeleteThe Idaho Statesman
More than 80 animals seized in Payette County
The Idaho Department of Agriculture seized over 80 animals from a ranch in Emmett this January. I liked how the article explained that the Department of Ag had been to the property last summer, however I would have like to read about their findings and their reasons for not revisiting or taking action at that time. The article gave its readers a clear sense of the condition that the animals had been found in. It explained that their condition could have been created by the lack of accessability to adequate food and water. The descriptive words the author used lended to this, for example, “deplorable” and comparing the animals to “mudballs.” The number of each type of animal found was given and the article followed up on where the animals have been placed since being rescued.
I think that it’s important in an article such as this not to emphasize on the negative. The author did this by touching on the fact that several of the animals could not be saved, and as a result were euthanized, but did not elaborate on the exact details of their condition.
Joe
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman “BSU could host TCU in 2011”
The article I have chosen for this week is taken from the Idaho Statesman and written by Chadd Cripe. The article discusses potential schedule changes to Boise State Football’s inaugural Mountain West Conference schedule for 2011. The highlighted game is between Boise State and the Rose Bowl Champions TCU. The current schedule has Boise State visiting TCU in 2011, however, the Mountain West committee of athletic directors are seriously considering moving that specific game to Boise. The recent decision of TCU’s move to the Big East Conference from the Mountain West has seemed to create some backlash from the committee. TCU’s move to the Big East will not take in to affect until 2012, but the committee feels that it would not be right for Boise State to travel to Texas to only see no return trip on TCU’s behalf.
I find this subject quite interesting, because there are two clear sides to the argument of where the game should be played. The Boise State side is that why should TCU get to host the game when they have the luxury of bouncing to an automatic qualifying conference a year later. Another pro BSU argument is that why should the game be played at a stadium where there is massive renovation occurring at TCU’s Amon G. Carter Stadium. Then there is the TCU side, why should Boise State host the game when it is their first year in the Mountain West. TCU sides that why should they be punished when they’ve been in the conference for some time. Both schools have their sides and it should be interesting to see where the game is finally played at.
Anna Milder
ReplyDeletePolice: Boise man accused of driving truck into three people outside bar charged with aggravated assault
37 year old Michael C. Detwiler was upset after getting kicked out of a bar for being too aggressive with other people on the night of Dec. 9 on the 1300th block of South Broadway Ave. He then proceeded to get in his truck and purposefully drive towards three people. One man and woman dodged his truck but he struck another man into the patio area. The man walked away uninjured. Detwiler then put his car into reverse and drove away. Officers later spotted him at a convenience store. He was so intoxicated the police had to take him to the hospital instead of arresting him, later to find out he had an unrelated medical condition that required him to remain at the hospital. He was arrested on Wednesday and will have his first court appearance on Thursday. He could face up to 5 years in prison with a felony aggravated assault charge.
James Snyder
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman: “More Than 80 Animals Seized in Payette County”
The article that I chose dealt with the more than 80 animals that have been rescued from a farm near New Plymouth, ID. The story as a whole was a bit shocking to hear due to the number of animals that were involved. It seems a bit strange that a problem of this size could have gone unnoticed for such a long period without any government intervention. The article itself did not feature any information on the owners of the ranch, but was supplemented with quotations from the Idaho Humane Society on the state of the animals and the farm. While it does say a lot that there was an effort put forth to save these animals it does make me wonder how long this had been going on overlooked. The conditions of several of the animals were so poor that they were put down, which gives some indication as to just how bad the situation had gotten. One part of the article that I found helpful to the cause was that the last lines contained contact information for any individuals wishing to help out. I do look forward to seeing what information is revealed in the coming weeks on the story because there are many questions left unanswered.
John Lloyd
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman: Engineer Gets 32 Years For Military Secrets Sale
This article explains why this man, Noshir Gowada, an engineer for a B-2 bomber, got charged for conspiracy. He was charged with not only conspiracy, but with communicating national defense information to aid a foreign nation, and violating the arms export control act. He was charged in Honolulu, Hawaii and will serve in federal prison. This article intrigued me with the deck of the article stating that he is sentenced to 32 years in federal prison, it was really eye opening to me and a very interesting read.
Scott Thornton
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman- "Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban"
I read an article talking about a bill being introduced to Idaho lawmakers for the second year in a row. It was passed by the Senate last year but died in the House due to a technicality. They also want to ban talking on cell phones without using a hands free device. They would also consider this inattentive driving which is considered a misdemeanor. Senate Assistant Minority Leader Les Bock, D-Boise is the main head of this effort in this year’s state legislature with help from Republican state senator, John McGee.
Sydney G.
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman: "Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban"
There has been a lot of talk about texting while driving and if there should be a law against it. 29 states have already passed restrictions on texting while driving. Idaho is looking again and setting limits on texting while driving, and possibly talking on the phone without a hands-free device. There are a few instances where drivers would not be penalized for texting or talking on the cell phone while behind the wheel. These include medical or law enforcement personnel on duty and someone who is reporting a crime or accident. This is something that will affect many people since cell phones are part of our everyday life.
Lauren Hooker
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman: 21-year-old Eagle man arrested for trying to meet up with 14-year-old girl for sex
The article I chose dealt with a man who was arrested and convicted of child exploitation. After sending suggestive e-mails to the child on the internet, the girl's parents notified officials. Then, as though they were on To Catch a Predator, a detective took over and contacted the man, posing as the child. Several days later, the man was scheduled to meet "the girl" in a nearby alley...but met law enforcement instead. Luckily, enticement of a child over the internet is punishable by up to fifteen years in prison. I think it's disgusting that someone would try to do that to a child, and I hope he's put away for a relatively long time. However, I think that parents should also be more involved in monitoring their kid's internet usage. I believe that it's irresponsible to place all of the blame on the predator; children should learn internet safety from the beginning. Prevention is the best form of protection.
Kelly Sweeney
ReplyDeleteJustin Corr
Idaho Statesmen: After 90 years, Lloyd Lumber closes its doors
This article I chose is dealing with a lumber yard that had to close its doors after 90 years of business in Nampa Idaho. Owner, Bob Jacobsen, said it was a hard decision to make but they had to do it because of the bad economy and housing industry. The story saddened me after reading that the owner had to lay off 145 workers. Fortunately most of the workers were able to find another job after being laid off. The article did not specify what kind of jobs the workers were able to get, but it did state it was harder saying goodbye to the long time workers.
David Lowenthal
ReplyDeleteNew York Times: "Browner Leaving Climate-Change Job”
This Times article reports on the vacating Climate-Change czar, Carol Browner, after her initial position in the Obama Administration from the beginning. The article goes on to put her exit in context noting that Republicans, who are largely opposed to climate change legislation in the 111th Congress, increased their numbers in both chambers of Congress and are highly unlikely to support the Administration’s climate efforts. Also, interestingly enough, the article gives new information when it states that she was slated for the position of Deputy Chief of Staff to the President after the exit of Rahm Emanuel.
Laurie Hansen
ReplyDeleteOn
Feng shui artist catalyzes harmony using life's energy
By CINDY HOEDEL - McClatchy Newspapers
Copyright: © 2011, The Kansas City Star.
Published: 01/20/11
Read more: http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/20/1495242/feng-shui-artist-catalyzes-harmony.html#ixzz1C0quXx5W
I am personaly facinated with stories like these because its an out of the box type of lifestyle. Interviews can take these things even deeper however in this case more questions were asked about the how of feng shui rather than the why the designer uses it. There is only a brief discussion about the background of the designer. I personally would have been more interested in knowing her background and how and why she got to being a feng shui artist and designer. The information however that was given was useful and interesting and for someone who wants some basic tips into using feng shui this would be a great brief article to use to that end.
Sam Alderman
ReplyDeleteSource: Idaho Statesman
January 24, 2011
Idaho state lawmakers are looking to create a new bill banning drivers from texting while driving. After a year since the legislature failed to create a statewide ban on cell phone use while driving, the idea has once again been brought to attention. At least 29 other states have already implemented a texting while driving restriction. The ban would include a $50 fine for texting while driving, and a $75 fine for driving while talking on the phone. Subsequent infractions would lead to a $100 fine.
Niko Lostra
ReplyDeleteIdaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban.
http://www.idahostatesman.com/2011/01/24/1500657/idaho-lawmakers-to-again-look.html
With legislation back in session, Idaho lawmakers are looking at banning texting while driving. They are discussing a $50 fine for your first offense and then $100 if you get caught any other time. They are also discussing a $75 fine if you're talking on your phone without a hands free device. This law should be passed because many people die or get seriously injured because people are using their cell phones and not paying attention to their driving.
Nadine Russell
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesmen, sports recap of the week
“Wade wears tinted glasses for practice”
I reviewed the sports recap of the week, well one of them. It is about Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat basketball team wearing sunglasses to the team practice. He did this because he continually suffers from a migraine headache. Sunglasses help the sensitivity to light when dealing with a migrane, and Miami Heat coach Erik Spolestra reported that Wade looked fine in practice. The Heat team however suffers from more than one injury, alongside Wade players Chris Bosh and Eddie House suffer from sprained ankles. It is unknown whether Bosh will be on the court for the Heat game against New York on Thursday.
Idaho lawmakers to look again at texting ban
ReplyDeleteLarisa Gavrilyuk
As a resident of Meridian this caught my eye because of the ban that the city of Meridian has recently passed. The article states that 29 of our states have passed a similar ban on texting while driving. It is a misdemeanor charge and it can cost anywhere from $50-100 dollars depending on how many violations you have. Also you can be sighted $75 if using your cell phone without a hand-free device. I personally don’t have anything against the ban but will have to say that I still sometimes forget that in Meridian I can get a ticket and will reply to a quick text, yes, yes, I know it is not safe but it’s an old habit that I should kick. Because I mean, I don’t have the 50 bucks to pay! So don’t text and drive save your money and save your life.
Whitney H.
ReplyDeleteJury trial for Boise man charged with vehicular manslaughter for deaths of Woychicks in 2009 delayed until May
Source: Idaho Statesman
Two elderly people in the Boise community were killed nearly two years ago and the person who is accused has still not gone to trial. John Tiemann’s trial was supposed to be in February of this month but is now delayed again. Since this accident happened two years ago, I feel that it should have been addressed earlier because of the effect it had on the community. The crosswalk has already been revamped in order to avoid future accidents on this section of Parkcenter, and the person who is accused hasn’t even gone to court yet. It almost feels like the courts don’t take a huge interest in this case because it is no longer “relevant” to current news.
Tawnya Gilbert
ReplyDeleteSmoke alarms are extremely important. This statement was recently proven by a current article in the Idaho Statesman. It so happens that a resident of an apartment complex heard a fire alarm in another room and notified the fire department. No one was home at the place of the fire. The fire could have caused serious damage had it not been for the fire alarm and the helpful resident. This simple article will remind people to check their smoke alarms, and hopefully help people to think twice about the location of candles and paper. Put plainly, unattended candles next to paper can cause fires, and fire alarms are there for a reason.
A new lap top may be on it's way to your child in Idaho school if Superintendent Luna gets his way. Lina wants to move 770 teachers out, and technology in by 2013. This means that fourth through 12th grade students may be schooled, but not all by an actual teacher. There is some public disagreement that has resulted in many property owners volunteering to pay higher taxes, all to keep a human teacher in the classroom. Luna plan to spend 513 million dollars to make Idaho schools enter the ever changing high tech world.
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Lindsey Hileman
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“Oprah Winfrey finds sister she didn't know she had”
This article from Don Babwin of Associated Press covers the background of Oprah’s big announcement today: she has a long lost half-sister. Often times celebrity family members, or at least people claiming to be related to celebrities, come out of the woodwork at the most opportune times trying to gain something, if only their own fifteen minutes of fame. This case seems to be pretty legit. Patricia, Oprah’s half sister, has actually known about their family ties since 2007 and has yet to try to gain anything from the discovery. She could have made as much as $75,000 if she had sold the story to tabloids but clearly making a connection with her famous half sister was more important.
Stephanie Casanova
ReplyDeleteRodgers leads Pack to the Super Bowl, beat Bears 21-14
The Idaho Statesman summarizes the NFC Championship Greenbay victory. It informs the readers of certain highlights during the game. Both teams’ successful plays as well as mistakes made in the game are covered. Interviewed players are quoted throughout the article, as well as the coaches. Being a Packers fan I enjoyed the article. It puts Greenbay on a spotlight, honors their victory, and tells readers that this team is headed to Dallas for the 45th Super Bowl against the Pittsburgh Steelers on the 6th of February. The Bears and Packers are the first two NFL Teams, have always been rivals, and at least to most fans, games such as Sunday’s are extremely important.
Ebenezer Makinde
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman: "There’s no place like Boise for coach Chris Petersen, who will remain with the Broncos"
The article that I selected talked about Boise State football head coach Chris Petersen and his recent decision to stay in Boise, Idaho and remain the head coach at Boise State University. His decision was announced January 10, 20111, and has brought many cheers from Bronco fans around the country. Petersen, who recently signed a 5 year extension with the Broncos, was being heavily sought after by Stanford University, a top 5 program, and the place in which he grew up. The article discusses Petersen’s reasons for staying, the top two being the livability and uniqueness the Boise community has. Petersen is the first head coach to win at least 90 percent of his games in his first 5 seasons since World War II.
Sara Cray
ReplyDeleteBarbacoa’s goal: Stimulate the senses
And the food’s pretty good, too
This article is a food review of Barbacoa’s new grand opening and I think the author, Gregory Hahn, did a fantastic job. He catered to the senses of the readers and described a place which not only has amazing, exotic foods and drinks, but an environment which meets the same requirements. As an article in the Entertainment section, his writing was equally entertaining and did not disappoint. Not only was his descriptive language enhancing, but he also explained some facts about the restaurant which included item prices which are very helpful to future restaurant-goers. I have not been to the new Barbacoa yet, but after reading this article I definitely would like to add this to my list.
Jessica Adamson
ReplyDeleteIdaho Statesman
No changes to Ada County vehicle emission-testing program
Ada County's Air Quality Board voted against a motion to change its existing emission testing program. The proposed change would have moved control of the program from the county Air Quality Board to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. Canyon County's program, which was adopted last year, is run by the DEQ. The department entered into a 5-year contract with a Utah-based company which administers the emissions tests in both the county and Kuna. The arguments for the switch included support of local business and a more cost effective and efficient program. The arguments against the switch included reports of Canyon County residents enduring long lines and restricted testing times as well as the possibility of testing money going out of state.
Nichole Stallings
ReplyDelete"Professor accused of asking class to grade student who missed class to give birth"
--The Arbiter, Jan 18,2011
This article was about a UC Davis professor who was "Accused" of asking his students to vote upon the method of grading he should use on a woman who missed class to give childbirth. The author of this article explained to the readers that there was no evidence that could tie the teacher to this allegation. A student e-mailed fellow students saying that the teacher would like to know the “class’s opinion.” No further story was expressed. Information about whether the teacher used this class pole as a means to “decide” his grading method was not given. Also, the article did not tell readers any information or opinion of the events coming from the new mother.
The article seemed as though it was missing a lot of information needed. It introduced readers to the topic, but did not give any evidence to which a reader may form an opinion of their own. The little bits of information outside of exposition were invaluable. If a person is going to write about such an event as a means to inform a reader, they should delve deeper into the situation and should give their readers valuable information that can be used to create an objective opinion. I think the writer was attempting to not give readers his/her opinion, but in doing so, he left out too much information that was needed.