rural communities

Toni Lawson
Mar 11, 2026

Clock is ticking for Idaho’s rural hospitals

Idaho's rural hospitals face closure risks as legislature delays approval of $186M annual Rural Health Transformation Program funds.

Feb 19, 2026

AARP community challenge grant returns to Idaho for quick-action projects

The AARP Community Challenge grant program is open for Idaho submissions until March 4, supporting quick-action projects that improve age-friendly community spaces.

Jan 7, 2026

The data center rebellion is here, and it’s reshaping the political landscape

Communities nationwide are pushing back against massive AI data centers, citing rising power costs, water use, secrecy and threats to rural land.

Libraries were set to play a major role in improving digital skills throughout Idaho under the Digital Equity Act. (PHOTO: KIRK FISHER/ADOBE STOCK)
Nov 3, 2025

Cancellation of digital equity grants hinders Idaho libraries

The cancellation of the Digital Equity Act has left Idaho libraries without vital funding to close the digital divide in rural communities.