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Idaho's Q1 individual income tax revenue up 14.5% from previous quarter

By Gem State Wire | Sep 13, 2024

The first quarter brought in $689 million in individual income tax revenue for Idaho, a 14.5% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

VA provides 3.7% more home purchase loans in Idaho in Q2

By Gem State Wire | Sep 13, 2024

There were 478 VA home purchases in Idaho in the second quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $205.4 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Idaho ranks 32nd in total VA home loans during Q2

By Gem State Wire | Sep 10, 2024

Idaho ranked 32nd in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 685 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Small business optimism faces challenges amid economic uncertainties

By Gem State Wire | Sep 10, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest Small Business Economic Trends report, also known as the Optimism Index, on September 10, 2024.

Idaho ranked 14th in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Gem State Wire | Sep 7, 2024

With $419,734 in home loans issued, Idaho ranked 14th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Idaho one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Gem State Wire | Sep 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Gem State Wire shows that Idaho is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

Number of VA loans issued in Idaho increased by 7.4% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Gem State Wire | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 685 home loans in Idaho, totaling $287.5 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Idaho in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Gem State Wire | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 77 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Idaho during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to eight loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Which type of Idaho companies were inspected the most by FDA in August?

By Gem State Wire | Sep 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Idaho in August.

FDA Inspection: What type of Idaho companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Gem State Wire | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Idaho in August.

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In Idaho, 33 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Gem State Wire | Aug 31, 2024

Idaho registered 33 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Idaho inflation rate outpaces national average as of July 2024

By Gem State Wire | Aug 30, 2024

As of July 2024, Idaho experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

Average VA home loan amount in Idaho increases in Q2

By Gem State Wire | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Idaho during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $419,734, a 6.6% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Small businesses struggle with regulations and taxes amid economic challenges

By Gem State Wire | Aug 27, 2024

Small businesses in the United States are facing numerous challenges as Labor Day approaches.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Idaho average $416,530 for Q2

By Gem State Wire | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Idaho for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $416,530, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Inflation and health care costs challenge U.S. small businesses

By Gem State Wire | Aug 15, 2024

Two reports released this week by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) highlight ongoing challenges faced by small businesses in the United States.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Idaho declines from Q1 to Q2

By Gem State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Idaho during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $416,530, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Idaho among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Gem State Wire | Aug 8, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Gem State Wire shows that Idaho is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Idaho during July

By Gem State Wire | Aug 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Idaho in July.

Idaho: Food and Cosmetics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Idaho in July

By Gem State Wire | Aug 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Idaho in July.

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