The Star-News Spotlight

Another week of news here in Valley and Adams Counties!House fire near Cascade ruled undetermined.Drastic reduction proposed for McCall's Impact AreaPerpetua plans expansion of Stibnite mine.Officials urge caution on ID-55Public hearing scheduled for Pine Creek Ranch AI-Driven and Real Estate scams on the rise in McCall areaWe've also conducted a series of interviews with three McCall City Councillors to discuss the impact of the County's decision to drastically reduce the area of impact. Subscribe to The Star-NewsFollow McCall Weather on Facebook

It's a full week of news, and this is a special edition of the Spotlight, featuring an extended interview with Em Howe, Board Chair of McCall+Pride. This week in the headlines:The budget bill in Congress could eliminate 21 million acres of public land in Idaho.Cascade School Board supports geothermal energy projectHerbicide Use Considered to Fight Milfoil in Payette LakeMcCall Man Critically Injured in Crash Near CascadeHundreds Join ‘No Kings’ Protest in McCallAgencies Convene to Address Septic Challenges at South Lake CascadeLocal Group Questions McCall Hospital District SpendingSunken UTV to Remain at Bottom of Payette LakeValley County Audits Tax-Exempt Properties for MisuseLocal athletes compete at Nike NationalsCascade Hires new ADMcCall-Donnelly hires head football coachAnd as always, we've got Todd with the weather! Make sure you subscribe to the pod, the paper, and support your local news. McCall+ Pride WebsiteFollow McCall Weather on FacebookSubscribe to the Star-News

Another week, another pile of news! We're discussing:Burn permits suspendedDonnelly shop fire sparks community supportLandslide on 95 destroys home north of New MeadowsMeadows Valley EMS wants to go independentPerpetua seeks $2 Billion Loan for the Stibnite MineRite Aid finally announces closureSunken UTV mysteryWater Skis are back on the roof of local shopDEEP DIVE — Did you get an invite to a survey in the mail? It's a pretty big deal! Listen to Randy Fox and Kristin Sinclair from United Payette talk about how it'll be used.Subscribe to The Star-News hereDon't forget to follow Todd (McCall Weather) on Facebook!

There's a lot to cover this week after the long weekend! And we have another episode dropping on Friday! This week:Idaho 55 summer constructionWildfire simulaton shows pathways to McCallMcCall AOI discussions continueMission Street summer closureMcCall Ski Mural seeks public inputStibnite project granted final federal permitMay 20 election resultsA Deep Dive into the school board's investigation of a four-day school week.And as always, we've got weather, sports (the last school sports round up for the school year!), and events around town.Subscribe to The Star-NewsFollow Todd at McCall Weather on Facebook

Another busy week in Valley and Adams Counties! This week we're covering:McCall Youth Council launches composting campaign at MDHS.Multiple brush fires hit Valley County.Idaho Gives brings $200,000 to area non-profits.The Star-News wins five Idaho Press Club Awards.Valley County pushes back on the City of McCall's proposed AOI map.Kokanee Cove project clears an annexation hurdle.Valley County loses over $1 million in federal funding.Deep Dive: We talked with City of McCall manager Forest Atkinson about the city's perspective on the Impact Area discussion.And we've got weather, sports, and an events roundup to fill out the episode. Make sure you tell us whether you prefer Thursday or Friday episodes! Drop us an email at [email protected] to The Star-NewsFollow McCall Weather on Facebook

We have a LOT to cover this week! In this episode, we discuss:New traffic light on ID-55 and Banks/Lowman Rd.New boat ramp fee hearingsCommunity Health SurveyDavis Ave. roadwork begins againDonnelly & Cascade AOI decision delayedMay Marina suffers ice damageState to use herbicide to milfoil in Payette LakeUS-95 is open!A discussion with Valley County Commissioner Sherry Maupin on the McCall Area of ImpactAnd as always, we've got weather, sports, and a TON of events on the calendar this week!Subscribe to The Star-NewsFollow Todd & McCall Weather on Facebook

Shorter episode this week! But still lots of ground to cover:Payette Lakes Sewer District Approves $55M Master PlanExperts Warn of Arsenic Risks from Stibnite Mine Air PermitMCPAWS Encourages Community Cat Neutering, Not Shelter IntakeIdaho Gives 2025 Kicks Off MondayMcCall Considers Expanding Its Impact AreaMeridian Man Pleads Guilty to DUI, High-Speed ChaseOld Council Road Designated as Public AccessAnd as always, we've got the weather with Todd Cook, a sports roundup (4 home runs from the Vandal women!), and events around town.Follow McCall Weather on FacebookSubscribe to The Star-News

In this week's episode, we cover all of the following:The "Hands Off" Rally at Art Roberts ParkMDHS seeks a new principalNew Meadows City Hall makes a moveA townhome plan for 1st StreetThe latest on the Samson Trail storage unitPerpetua Resources Faces Securities Fraud LawsuitUS 95 updatesAn interview with Maura Goldstein, Director of Roots Forest School about their upcoming transition out of Ponderosa State ParkAnd we're back with a sports update, a weather forecast, and a bunch of fun events happening around the Valley!Subscribe to The Star-NewsFollow McCall Weather on FacebookRoots Forest School Website

We have a lot of news this week! In this episode, we cover:US 95 closureSt. Luke's new naloxone availabilityMcCall Fire Chief retiringLocal doctor wins an award.Prescribed burn season is hereAn interview with Heather Lewis and Dr. Katie Camarata about their new community organization, For the People.And we cover local events and the weather! No sports news this week due to spring break. Subscribe to The Star-News McCall Weather on Facebook

In this week's episode, we cover:A disabled veterans snowmobile rideGaps in Valley County electionsValley County EMS ambulance feesMDSD News - Hope Week and a new Superintendent!Crisis response servicesMcCall will present a new Area of Impact mapMountain Community Center news, including an interview with Johanna and Blake, Valley County residents involved in the planning.And as always, we've got sports, a weather update from Todd Cook, and local events! Subscribe to The Star-NewsMountain Community Center informationIgnite Idaho Family Resource CenterMcCall Weather on Facebook

In this episode, we're discussing:Changes in homeowners insurance in Valley & Adams CountiesThe Warren Crab Feed!McCall Chamber hires a new Executive DirectorMcCall-Donnelly teachers protest new voucher billThe Valley County Recreation Strategic Plan with an interview with VC Recreation Planner, Dave BingamanAs always, we've got sports (Boys Hoops to State!), the weather (is snow on the way?), and community events!Subscribe to The Star-NewsFollow Todd Cook's weather updates on Facebook!Submit comments to the Valley County/McCall City AOI DiscussionSubmit comments for the Valley County Recreation Strategic PlanSubmit comments for McCall Winter Carnival Feedback

In this episode, we're discussing:Winter Carnival feedbackNew Meadows LOT TaxPayette National Forest NewsDF Development's Red Ridge Village plansA conversation with Community First Coalition member, Lea Albright, about the opposition to DF Development's plans.As always, we've got sports, weather, and community events!Links are below:Subscribe to The Star-News! http://mccallstarnews.comFollow McCall Weather hereWinter Carnival feedback hereValley County Recreation Strategic Plan & Comments hereRegister for Kindergarten here

This week, we're discussing:Winter Carnival!A new conservation effort along Highway 55An update on the Stibnite mine fightMcCall Hospital District updatesA national directive fired 42 local USFS employees. We interviewed people at the rally to discuss the impact.As always, we've got sports (Girls' basketball heads to state! Go Vandals!), Weather from Todd Cook, and community events. Find all the Winter Carnival information: http://visitmccall.orgYou can subscribe to The Star-News here: http://mccallstarnews.comFind Todd's weather updates on Facebook: http://facebook.com/McCallWx

This week, we cover:The high-speed chase on Idaho 55A snowmobile tragedy near CascadeValley County Comprehensive Plan UpdatesAn interview with three MDHS students about the new cell phone policyAnd as always, we have weather from Todd Cook, a sports update (big week for our local athletes!), and community events. Get regular weather updates from Todd on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McCallWXSubscribe to The Star-News: https://www.mccallstarnews.com/

In this week's episode, we'll cover:The Idaho Sled Dog Challenge was cancelled due to avalancheAn update on the Rainbow Bridge ProjectThe Payette Lake is getting some new protectionA deep dive into Donnelly Public Library's lawsuit against the state of Idaho.As always, we also give you the weather, a sports roundup, and upcoming community events.You can get Todd's weather updates throughout the week on the McCall Weather Facebook Page here: https://www.facebook.com/McCallWXRead the text of the Donnelly lawsuit here: https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.idd.56244/gov.uscourts.idd.56244.1.0_1.pdfRead the text of HB 710 here (reader discretion advised): https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0710/Subscribe to The Star-News here: https://www.mccallstarnews.com/plans/

This week, we cover:Unfortunate accidents on frozen Payette LakeNew Meadows Skatepark NewsNew land conservation newsAnd an in-depth look at all the events for the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge with co-founder Dave Looney.As always, we also have a sports recap, local weather (snow on the way!), and community events. Idaho Sled Dog Challenge information can be found at idahosleddogchallenge.comPayette Avalanche Center website is payetteavalanche.orgFollow Todd Cook at McCall Weather on Facebook by following this link.Subscribe to the Star News here!

This week, we cover:VCSO's new K9 RecruitCascade School District NewsReal Estate RecapAn in-depth look at the McCall Area of Impact, including an interview with Star-News Editor-in-Chief Max SilversonAs always, we have weather, sports, and community events.You can follow Todd Cook on the McCall Weather Facebook pageSubscribe to The Star-News.

Headlines in this episode:McCall firefighters head to LA firesRural Valley County communities get high-speed internet.Stibnite decision arrives from USFSAn explainer on the Stibnite mine projectAlso, a conversation with Gary Thompson about snow safety, a weather forecast, school & sports news, and community calendar dates.Follow Todd at McCall Weather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McCallWX Subscribe to The Star-News: https://www.mccallstarnews.com/plans/

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