FHA Taking Applications For Farm Loans
Applications for operating loans are being accepted at county FHA offices in Idaho. State Director Donald L. Winder says nearly 35 million of the third quarter allotment remains available, with an additional fourth quarter allotment to follow. The 1973 Idaho allotment totals 11 million, the largest on record, and demand this year is lower than in previous years. Loans cover livestock, equipment, and recurring operating expenses with maximums at 50 000.
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Farmers Home Administration
Donald L.winder
FHA
Winder
Idaho
Big Game Animals Survive Idaho Winter With Light Snow
Idaho reports a mild winter aiding elk and deer, with little snow allowing easy movement and food access. Experts caution six weeks remain with possible die offs. birth rates may rise after mild winters. Bird activity and feeder watching emerge as a winter pastime, including local species like juncos and chickadees.
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Idaho
University of Idaho Faculty Council Reverses Big Sky Decision
The University of Idaho Faculty Council has recommended reversing a prior Big Sky decision. The move came from Moscow amid ongoing university discussions on conference affiliations and potential impacts on academics and athletics.
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U of Faculty
Moscow, Idaho
UPI
University of Idaho
Big Sky
Idaho
Don Robbins
Senator Says Tax Will Rise in Four Counties
Senator James Ellsworth of District 20 warned that governor Cecil Andrus plan to divert sales tax funds to school districts would raise taxes in Jefferson County Cus ter Clark and Lemhi. He noted seven mill property tax relief would be offset by the sales tax shift, raising costs for residents in towns like Mud Lake and Salmon. Meanwhile Idaho state officials explored a state run lottery via a constitutional change reported by the Senate State Affairs Committee.
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Boise
UPD
James Ellsworth
R-Leadere
District 20
State Tax Commission
Jefferson
Custer, Clark
Lemhi
Mud Lake
Cecil D. Andrusz
Large turnout at Idaho Stream Protection Law hearing
A joint House Senate hearing on Idaho's Stream Protection Law drew about 200 people with 40 testifying. The discussion addressed five amendments and a repeal proposal, while issues cited included exemptions for lakes and time delays for Eastern Idaho farmers.
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Boise
UPI
Idaho
House
Senate Resources Committee
Senate Resources and Environment Committee
Glen Harmon
Spokane
Coeur d’Alene Lake Front Association
Keith Higginson
Department of Water Administration
House Asks Dam Rebuilt for American Falls Dam
The House approved the joint memorial 64-0 and sent it to the Senate requesting Congress to replace the American Falls Dam as soon as possible. Rep. Steve Antone of Rupert noted the dam’s deterioration and the Bureau of Reclamation’s doubt it meets safety standards.
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House
Senate
Congress
American Falls
Steve Antone
Rupert
Bureau of Reclamation
Doctor Seeks Emergency Care in Idaho System Shortfall
Caldwell physician Dr. Thomas E. Dillon told the State Board of Environmental Protection and Health that Idaho lacks a statewide emergency medical program to integrate services. As chairman of the Governor's Task Force for Emergency Health Services, he urged consolidation to save lives.
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St. Alphonsus Hospital
Dillon
Boise
UPI
Thomas E. Dillon
Caldwell
Gem State
Dillion
State Board of Environmental Protection and Health Wednes
Mel's Country Inn Winter Hospitality
Ski crowd taught us about soul warming beverages at Mel's Country Inn in Athol Idaho near Jean Claude Killy Junction. Come down off the mountain to sample warmth and welcome. Phone 683 9314 and we will save you a chair for a big lift.
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Mel’s Country Inn
Athol
Idaho
Jean Claude Killy Junction
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