Education

Aug 17, 2026

Meridian STEM company reports decreased revenue in Q1 of 2027

PCS Edventures, a meridian-based STEM education company, reported a 28.2% revenue drop to $1.74 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.

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Aug 12, 2026

Idaho named nation’s best state to live by WalletHub

Idaho ranks as the best state to live in according to WalletHub, excelling in quality of life, safety, affordability, and income growth.

Aug 11, 2026

LC State nursing program leads public BSN pass rates in Idaho and PNW

Lewis-Clark State College's nursing program achieved a 96.43% first-time NCLEX pass rate, highest among public BSN programs in Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.

Jan Lynch, left, is retiring from her role at the Children's Museum of Idaho. Ada Page will assume the role. (PHOTOS: CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF IDAHO)
Aug 10, 2026

Children’s Museum of Idaho names new executive director as predecessor prepares to retire

The Children’s Museum of Idaho in Boise appoints Ada Page as executive director, succeeding founder Jan Lynch who is retiring after nearly eight years.

Aug 7, 2026

College grads face unaffordable rents, many move back home

A study by Clever Real Estate finds 30% of college grads live with parents due to rising costs and job challenges, impacting young adults nationwide.

Labneh cheese made by Brush Creek Creamery in Deary using milk from the University of Idaho Dairy Center is displayed beside the top prize it recently won at the June 28 Good Food Awards ceremony in New York. (PHOTO: HANNA RUTH PETTYJOHN, VIA U OF I)
Aug 6, 2026

Brush Creek Creamery labneh wins top good food award with U of I milk

Brush Creek Creamery’s labneh cheese won a national Good Food Award, credited to milk supplied by the University of Idaho Dairy Center in Moscow.

University of Idaho Wheat Breeder Jianli Chen has discovered a genetic mutation associated with a 5% to 10% yield gain in wheat. (PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO)
Aug 4, 2026

U of I researcher discovers naturally occurring mutation that could help boost wheat yields

University of Idaho researchers found a genetic mutation linked to a 5-10% increase in wheat yields, advancing breeding programs in Idaho.

New legislation requires students to receive a fullyear of American history and another full year of American government curriculum, along with passing a more stringent test in order to graduation high school. (PHOTO: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM)
Aug 3, 2026

Idaho legislation leads to required civics education to graduate high school

Idaho enacts new law requiring public high school students to complete full-year civics courses and pass a more stringent test to graduate.

Aug 3, 2026

Boise chocolatier offers classes where everyone passes the test

Lee’s Candies in Boise offers candy-making classes that teach chocolate art and attract many first-time visitors to the store.

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Jul 29, 2026

Idaho named top 10 state by US News rankings

Idaho ranks seventh best state nationally in US News 2026 rankings, with strong economy and fiscal stability placing it among top 10 states.

The Festival at Sandpoint received $20,000 in grant funds to hold the 43rd annual event. (PHOTO: Racheal Baker, courtesy ICF)
Jul 28, 2026

Idaho Community Foundation awards $94,300 in Bonner County grants

Idaho Community Foundation awarded $94,300 in grants to 18 Bonner County organizations supporting human rights and arts education programs.

Norco, along with St. Luke's and an anonymous donor, have contributed funds to help construct a new health science building at the College of Western Idaho Nampa campus. (ILLUSTRATION: COURTESY CWI)
Jul 22, 2026

Norco and St. Luke’s invest in CWI health care education in Treasure Valley

Norco Inc. and St. Luke’s Health System invest in College of Western Idaho to enhance health care education and rename the Nampa health building.


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