Idaho Students Rate High In Test Findings
Idaho students show 75 percent at or above grade level on standardized tests. Third graders report 69 percent reading and 65 percent math at or above norms. 18 percent reading and 17 percent math one semester below. Sixth graders rise to 60 percent reading and 54 percent math. Recommendations urge targeted curriculum analysis, expanded proficiency in math and reading, and early career exposure. Public hearings on graduation requirements set for April 8 in seven cities.
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Boise
UPI
Idaho
Department of Education
Virginia Smith
State Department of Education
Public Instruction
Roy Truby
Gram
Idaho Falls
Pocatello
Twin Falls
Nampa
Lewiston
Coeur d’Alene
Unemployment Rate Holds at 8.3 Percent in December
The Labor Department reports December unemployment at 8.3 percent, leaving 7.8 million people jobless and employment up 240000 to 77.8 million. Last six months show rates between 8.3 and 8.6 percent with 1975 averaging 8.5 percent, a historically high year.
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Washington
UPI
Labor Department
Sandpoint Teen Struck by Vehicle. Police Identify Driver
A 16 year old Sandpoint youth is in satisfactory condition at Bonner General Hospital after being struck by a car late last night. Police say Tony Love, son of David and Martha Love of 419 Olive, was hit by a vehicle driven by Lester R. Rogers after running into the street between two parked cars.
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Sandpoint
Bonner General Hospital
Tony Love
David
Martha Love
Olive
Lester R. Rogers
Idaho bill redefines rape to sexual assault
Senate Judiciary Committee sent to the printer a bill redefining rape as sexual assault. Sponsor Edith Miller Klein said she hopes for less opposition this year. Sen. James Risch supported some sections, while previous similar bills failed last year. The proposal lowers the age for assault to 16 and under and limits evidence of a victim’s prior sexual conduct.
Idaho House panel debates road funding options
Boise Idaho lawmakers on the Transportation Committee weighed options to raise highway money. Gov Andrus suggested a penny gas tax hike plus higher registration fees, while Rep Wagner proposed raising the gas tax to 10 cents.
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Boise
UPI
House Transportation Committee
Cecil D. Andrus
Joe Wagner
D-Lewiston
Idaho
Washington
Idaho junior colleges seek 3.56 million from state fund
Idaho's North Idaho College and College of Southern Idaho asked the legislature for 3.5585 million from the general fund split as 1.7 million and 1.8 million respectively. The request compares with 3.1267 million from the State Board of Education and 2.5996 million from Gov Andrus. The Joint Finance Appropriations committee discussed their supervisory structure and issues including Social Security tax treatment, fund allocation methods, lump sum retirement obligations, and district tax base limits.
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Boise
UPI
Idaho
North Idaho College
College of Southern Idaho
State Board of Education
Cecil D. Andrus
Joint Finance Appropriations Committee
West Posts $500 Bond After Assault with Deadly Weapon
Stella West age 65 posted 500 bond after arrest on assault with a deadly weapon charge in Hoodoo Valley. The alleged shooting victim Arthur West, 70, was treated at Newport Community Hospital for a .22 caliber gunshot wound.
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Hoodoo Valley
Stella West
Arthur West
Newport Community Hospital
Nixon Turns 68 as Public Regard Boost Seen
Former President Richard Nixon, turning 68, hosts a small family celebration at his San Clemente estate. A mini museum of Nixon memorabilia opens at the former western White House press center, likely without his presence.
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San Clemente
Calif
UPI
Richard Nixon
Nixon
White House
Chou en-Lai
Back to the Bible sermon from Sandpoint Church of Christ
John Temples advocates returning to the Bible only, arguing it is sufficient and unifying. He compares creeds with biblical primacy, outlines a plan to discuss respect for the text, and invites readers to visit services at Cedar and Division Streets on Sunday. Services listed: 10:00 Bible Study, 11:00 Morning Worship, 6:00 Evening Worship, Wednesday 7:00 Bible Study.
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Israel
Churches of Christ
God
P.O
Sandpoint
Church of Christ
Cedar and
Divison Streets
Idaho teachers union blasts revenue forecast as unrealist ic
Wayne York of the Idaho Education Assn told the Finance Appropriations Committee that Governor Andrus’s 250.8 million dollar tax projection is too low and urged more funding for public schools. He noted Idaho’s low per pupil spending and that average teacher pay ranks 39th nationally. York opposed tax cuts in the 1976 legislative session.
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Ernest Hale
R-Burley
Boise
Idaho Teachers Union
Joint Finance Appropriations Committee
Cecil Andrus
Wayne York
The
Idaho Education Assn
York
Office of the State
Board of Education
Idaho
Ski Chapel Planned At Presbyterian Church
Ski chapel will begin at the Presbyterian Church on Sunday January 11 with a half hour service from 8 to 8 30 am for early risers snowmobilers and skiers. The lift opens at 9 am and attendees are asked to dress for winter outings Pastor Jim Scott says everyone is welcome. The church sits at Fourth and Alder.
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Presbyterian Church
Jim Scott
Fourth and
Alder
Motorists Warned Of Ice On Bridges In Winter
Boise Idaho UPI State Transportation Department warns drivers to watch for ice on bridges during winter. High humidity and cold under bridges can create slick surfaces. Approach bridges with caution when wet or frosty and slow down promptly. Skidding can begin at 35 mph.
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Boise
UPI
State Transportation Department
Meetings and notices pack local groups this January
Multiple area organizations post January meetings including River Grange dues mailing to Edith Jackson in Unity, Pend Oreille Chapter Idaho Public Employer Association at the Washington Water Power Building in Sandpoint, and Bonner County Co op Federal Credit Union share and loan account verification. Also listed are Girl Scout Leaders Neighborhood Meeting January 13, North Idaho Bowhunters Awards Luncheon January 10 in Moscow, Bonner County Senior Citizens Council meeting December 10, Muin's Green Thumb Garden Club January 19, Welcome Wagon luncheon January 14 at the Elks Lodge with guest Sam Wormington, Golden Age dance January 9 at the Eagles Hall, and St Joseph Alter Society meeting January 15 with officer installations.
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Pend Oreille
Idaho Public Employer Association
Washington Water Power Bulding
Sandpoint
North Idaho Bowhunters
Mark IV
Moscow
Idaho
the Elks Lodge
Sam Wormington
Schweitzer
New Trial Date Set for Anthony Ramirez in Robbery Assault Case
A hung jury in the Anthony G. Ramirez case led to a new trial date of January 29. Ramirez is charged with assault with intent to commit robbery and will face retrial.
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Anthony G. Ramirez
Correction: Sandpoint Junior Miss Thompson to Moscow
Correction states Kir sten Thompson from Sandpoint will compete in the state Jr Miss pageant next week in Moscow. She departs Sunday.
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Sandpoint
Kirsten Thompson
Moscow
Boise
Theft Reported At Cedar Shake Mill And Flatbed Truck
Roy Wood reports three chainsaws missing from Cedar Shake Mill on Lamb Creek with an estimated loss of 250 dollars. Jack Reader of Careywood reports a cement finishing trowel valued at 650 dollars stolen or lost from his flatbed truck.
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Roy Wood
Lamb Creek
Jack Reader
Careywood
State Short Of Matching Funds For Idaho Interstate Projects
Highway administrator says Idaho may not match $14 million released by Congress for fiscal 1977 interstate construction. Dean Tisdale asks the State Transportation Board to delay bids until the funding picture and next year budget are clearer. Governor Andrus seeks $8.6 million in new fuel and vehicle fees. Roy Stroschein notes water districts plan bond elections for American Falls reservoir before the dam.
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Darrell V. Manning
Noy Brackett
R-Twin Falls
Boise
UPI
Idaho
Congress
Dean Tisdale
State Transportation Board
Cecil
Andrus
Tisdale
Roy Stroschein
Sterling
American Falls
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