Idaho
Idaho Democratic party issues statements on the passing of former chair Fred Cornforth
BOISE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Friday, March 15, after the passing of former Chair Fred Cornforth, the Idaho Democratic Party released the following statements:
Statement from Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea:
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Fred Cornforth. He was a man of faith, a successful businessman, a philanthropist, and a community leader. He saw strengthening the Idaho Democratic Party and electing more Democrats as essential work to protect and bring prosperity to the people of Idaho. During his time as chair of the Idaho Democratic Party, Fred hired incredibly talented staff, broke fundraising records, and set us on the path toward significant goals the party has achieved: conducting year-round field organizing, building party infrastructure in every county, and recruiting Democratic candidates to run in every corner of Idaho. We will honor his vision and his legacy through our continued work to build a brighter future for every Idahoan.”
“On behalf of the entire Idaho Democratic Party, I offer our deepest condolences and prayers to Fred’s family and loved ones as they grieve the loss of their beloved husband, father, brother, and friend.”
Statement from Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Wintrow:
“Our world is a better place for having Fred in it. He was a humble, thoughtful, kind, and generous human being who was always thinking of how to lift others up. I was inspired by his wisdom, generosity, and vulnerability. I will think of him and his tenacity whenever I feel like giving up.”
Statement from House Democratic Leader Ilana Rubel:
“I am heartbroken at the loss of my dear friend Fred. I am a better person for having known him, and Idaho is a better state because he gave so much to it. Fred brought historic levels of energy and excitement to Democrats in Idaho, and when we can finally fund public education adequately and protect basic rights in this state, it will be in large part thanks to his work. My deepest condolences go to Fred’s wife Jill and his family, whom he adored above all else. We will miss this great man beyond words.”
Statement from Idaho Democratic Party Executive Director Jared DeLoof:
“Fred Cornforth was the spark that brought new life to the Idaho Democratic Party. He lived every day thinking about how we could make life better for all Idahoans and had the energy to make it happen, which is rare to see. All of us at the Idaho Dems will miss him terribly and owe him a great debt of gratitude. Our thoughts are with his wife, children, and all the lives Fred touched.”
Cornforth resigned from his role with the Idaho Democratic Party on January 12, 2022, after he was diagnosed with a form of brain cancer.
Cornforth was elected to the position in March 2021, taking over the role after Van Beechler’s term was completed. Cornforth is the founder and chief executive officer of Community Development Inc., a nonprofit organization that specializes in affordable housing developments and other community centers.
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Idaho
Idaho’s Most Unusual Listing: A Pair of Medieval Castles Complete With a Dungeon and Drawbridge
Idaho is not a place that’s often associated with Medieval castles, but a pair have just hit the market for $6.25 million.
The imposing stone structures have towers, turrets, ramparts, arrow-slit windows and even a drawbridge, and might just be the most authentic-looking castles this side of the Atlantic.
“Who expects to see a castle like this in Idaho?” said listing agent Brenda Burk of Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty, who brought the property to the market last week. They are, she said, “extremely unusual.”
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Schweitzer Castle and Château de Melusine, as they’re known, stand within Schweitzer Mountain Resort in the Selkirk Mountains and overlook the nearby mountain resort town of Sandpoint. They take in panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho’s largest lake.
The pair of ski-in/ski-out homes each have three bedrooms, two bathrooms and three stories, Burk explained. They are “so authentic,” she said. “Every single stone was handlaid.”
Schweitzer Castle, she said, wasn’t built for “functionality,” but has been modernized and adapted and now has everything a 21st-century residence requires, along with a dungeon, which for some buyers may also be a requisite.
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The chateau, meanwhile, has a hot tub room with mountain views, as well as a garage.
The property is being sold furnished, and will come complete with the hand-carved statues, armor, mounted swords, stained-glass windows and a host of antiques dating to the 15th and 16th centuries.
The owner, an antique collector who couldn’t be reached for comment, “is always looking for that hidden jewel and he found that here,” Burk said.
The next custodian is likely to stem from a varied pool of buyers, Burk said, that would include “the trophy-home buyer, someone who can say ‘I own a castle.’”
The property could also appeal to someone looking for a vacation home, or a multi-generational estate, and beyond that “there’s the dreamers,” she said. “We definitely try to market to people who like Medieval history or maybe do Renaissance fairs.”
The seller “really wants it to go to someone with the same passion.”
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