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Idaho: Medicare dependency reached 4.1% in 2022

By Gem State Wire | Mar 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 4.1% of income in Idaho, providing an average of $2,308 per capita to residents.

Idaho: Social Security made up 6.5% of total income in 2022

By Gem State Wire | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 6.5% of income in Idaho, providing an average of $3,654 per capita to residents.

Idaho: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.1% of income in 2022

By Gem State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.1% of income in Idaho, providing an average of $1,172 per capita to residents.

Public invited to review I-90/US-95 interchange redesign

By Gem State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to hold an open house in Coeur d’Alene next week, aiming to present and discuss the proposed redesign of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 95 Interchange.

Spring road restrictions take effect on North Idaho highways

By Gem State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Sections of certain state highways in Boundary County, North Idaho, will be subject to weight and speed restrictions starting at 6 a.m. tomorrow due to warming regional weather trends.

Idaho Transportation Department launches new incident response program in North Idaho

By Gem State Wire | Feb 26, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to launch a new Incident Response Vehicle (IRV) program next week, aimed at assisting drivers along key corridors in North Idaho.

Traffic changes ahead as I-90 bridge reconstruction begins near Cataldo

By Gem State Wire | Feb 26, 2025

Starting next week, drivers on Interstate 90 near Cataldo will experience traffic changes as work begins to reconstruct the bridges over the Coeur d’Alene River.

1 H-1B petition filed by Accommodation and Food Services employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry in Idaho in 2024

By Gem State Wire | Feb 24, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition were filed by an employer classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry located in Idaho, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Idaho Transportation Department seeks public input on US-91 improvement plans

By Gem State Wire | Feb 24, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will hold an open house on March 6 to discuss plans for improvements to U.S. Highway 91, stretching from Siphon Road to Reservation Road.

Idaho thanks SOS Phil McGrane for opposing Corporate Transparency Act

By Gem State Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Idaho's small business community has expressed gratitude to Secretary of State Phil McGrane for his involvement in a collective effort with 19 other secretaries of state.

Idaho taps National Guard for snowplow driver shortage solution

By Gem State Wire | Feb 21, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is addressing a persistent shortage of snowplow drivers with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) by proposing a collaboration with the Idaho National Guard.

Idaho bill targets reduction in merchant swipe fees

By Gem State Wire | Feb 19, 2025

Senate Bill 1055, supported by NFIB Idaho, is progressing through the Legislature with an aim to reduce swipe fees for merchants processing credit card transactions.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Idaho employers classified under the Educational Services industry during 2024?

By Gem State Wire | Feb 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Educational Services industry based in Idaho submitted 53 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

I-15 reconstruction in Inkom begins with bridge replacements and detours

By Gem State Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and Wadsworth Brothers Construction are set to begin reconstruction work on Interstate 15 at Inkom.

Right turn restrictions implemented at I-15 Stoddard Creek exit due to repairs

By Gem State Wire | Feb 12, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department is carrying out repairs on the Stoddard Creek Bridge at Exit 184 on Interstate 15.

Idaho closes part of US-20 temporarily for snow removal

By Gem State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

In response to the forecast of more snow in the region, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced a temporary closure of U.S. Highway 20 from Anderson Dam Road to Hill City.

Dry Creek Bridge design plans shared by Idaho Transportation Department

By Gem State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will host a community open house on February 18 to present updated design plans for the replacement of the Dry Creek Bridge on U.S. Highway 30.

Authorities urge safe use of US-95 Aht’Wy Interchange

By Gem State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

The Nez Perce Tribal Police, supported by the Idaho State Police (ISP) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), are advising drivers to adhere to posted signs and utilize the Aht’Wy Interchange on U.S. Highway 95 near the Clearwater River...

Pleasant View Road closure planned as part of interchange construction

By Gem State Wire | Feb 7, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced the upcoming closure of Pleasant View Road between State Highway 53 and Prairie Avenue, expected to begin in early March.

New camera system aids Idaho snowplow operators in monitoring salt levels