Idaho
Primary election that will determine the future of Idaho
Every two years one hears the next election will be one of the most important ever. The truth is every election is important because it determines the laws we live under, how we are taxed, and the kind of society we live in.
But it’s not an overstatement to say that next Tuesday’s primary election may be the most important election in recent memory. I say that after following Idaho politics for the past five decades, first as a journalist and now as an advocate for education.
With so much at stake, this election will decide whether we remain stuck in the quagmire of far-right extremism or reverse course to a politics focused more on improving the quality of life for all Idahoans, especially our youngest ones.
In significant ways, this election is unique given the warring factions in the Republican Party – the far-right personified by Chair Dorothy Moon and the self-proclaimed Idaho Freedom Foundation versus the “Main Street Republicans” who represent traditional conservative GOP values like fiscal responsibility, equal opportunity, and public education.
It is also unique by the historic amount of money pouring into our state from billionaires and their front organizations. The Dallas-based American Federation for Children (AFC) has invested $440,000 in the election. The Ohio-based Citizens Alliance has dropped another $390,000. And these are but two of the out-of-state operators influencing our primary election.
Just read what one “strategist” for AFC told Idaho Education News about his group’s plans: “If you’re a candidate or lawmaker who opposes school choice – you’re a target.”
Groups like the AFC want to defeat the Main Street Republicans and elect far-right legislators who will use our tax dollars to subsidize private school tuition and continue the culture wars against our librarians, educators, certain youth, and anyone else they don’t like. They cynically champion freedom in their propaganda, but elect politicians who lay siege to our public schools and vote to control our personal lives more and more.
The power behind these out-of-state billionaires and their front organizations is the limitless amount of money they can spend to elect their acolyte legislators. Their front organizations leave the impression that they are Idaho-based and supported by grass-root Idahoans. Don’t be fooled. They are not. Only their bank accounts make them 900-pound political guerilla fighters.
If you receive mail or follow social media, you have seen how ugly the attack ads are by these out-of-state organizations against our finest legislators who are committed to improving the lives of Idahoans rather than imposing their radical ideology on the rest of us.
The best antidote to these out-of-state extremists and their politics of personal destruction is to judge whether their attacks pass the smell test – do the charges ring true, are they based on facts, and are they using fear to manipulate us? Then decide who you trust most – an out-of-state dark money organization that is here today, gone tomorrow or a candidate you know from your church, school, business, or Rotary Club.
This election can be a turning point. It can be a move away from extremism and back to fundamental Idaho conservative values that have served our citizens well. The future is in our hands on Tuesday – not the hands of out-of-state billionaires who don’t really care about our state. Let’s show them what Idahoans are made of.
The first availability report of the Oregon Ducks football in the Big Ten Conference era is here.
For those unaware, the Big Ten began requiring availability reports for all sports last year. The report is due two hours before the start of the contest.
The two categories are “out” and “questionable”.
The Ducks have six players that are officially out for the season opener against Idaho: defensive back Jahlil Florence, defensive back Dakoda Fields, defensive back Ify Obidegwu, offensive lineman Dave Iuli, tight end Travis Brashear, and defensive lineman My’Keil Gardner.
Three players are questionable, meaning they could play but it is likely they don’t. Those Ducks that are questionable are wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr., offensive lineman Matthew Bedford, and kicker Andrew Boyle.
Oregon opens the season against the Idaho Vandals at 4:30 p.m. PDT. The game is set to be televised on Big Ten Network.
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Feeding Frenzy: La Casita fires up Mexican flair at the Eastern Idaho State Fair – East Idaho News
La Casita Mexican Food owner Marcial Mejia has won three Best New Entrée titles at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. Check out three of his top-selling meals in the video above.
BLACKFOOT — The “Feeding Frenzy” is kicking off at the Eastern Idaho State Fair, and this year, we’re back with a visit to an all-time fan favorite: La Casita Mexican Food. Owner Marcial Mejia has delighted fair-goers with his delicious, authentic Mexican food for 21 years.
The three-time Best New Entrée award winner boasts an extensive menu guaranteed to satisfy your keenest Mexican food cravings. La Casita owners promise to deliver maximum flavor and incredible portions at affordable prices every time.
Mejia presented three of his top dishes to EastIdahoNews.com at the fair on Friday.
Carne Asada Tacono
For a portable Mexican meal in an American waffle cone, try the Carne Asada Tacono. This yummy twist on a classic ice cream cone comes packed with carne asada, pico de gallo, sour cream and fresh lime.
Spicy Pork Paradise
Second, Mejia shared his favorite, the Spicy Pork Paradise – corn tortillas packed with piping hot spicy pork served with rice, consommé, onions, cilantro and lime. The tortillas dipped in the consommé sauce are exquisite!
Gourmet Stuffed Nacho Bites
Finally, Mejia recommends this year’s newest entrée, the Gourmet Stuffed Nacho Bites – corn tortillas cut in half, folded and filled with carne asada, shredded Monterey cheese and jalapeños. The nachos are covered in sour cream, guacamole and sauce with a side of beans.
“It kind of explodes in your mouth,” Mejia said.
Located at the back of the food court across from Pick Me Up, La Casita’s is one stop at the fair you won’t want to miss. Check out their other delicious offerings – including cheesecake, strawberry or banana chocolate kabobs for dessert!
Check out past Feeding Frenzy at the Eastern Idaho State Fair articles here.
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Super Chili Tri-tip Nachos at Santa Maria Style Grilling | Jordan Wood, EastIdahoNews.com
IDAHO FALLS – A mother-son duo is bringing authentic California barbecue to Idaho Falls.
Gabriel Huitron and his mother, Nancy Santos, are co-owners of Santa Maria Style Grilling. The Santa Maria, California, natives began their barbecue business in Idaho as a food truck.
The duo opened the brick-and-mortar location in April. Their dedication to crafting authentic Santa Maria barbecue has drawn customers from around the country to get a taste.
EastIdahoNews.com tried the Peanut Butter Bacon Burger, the Famous Tri-tip Sandwich, and the Super Chili Tri-tip Nachos during our visit.
The Peanut Butter Bacon Burger is complete with a gourmet bun, peanut butter, havarti cheese, bacon, and caramel.
The Famous Tri-tip Sandwich is a must-have for Santa Maria barbecue. The tri-tip is slow-cooked for an hour and a half over red oak wood to bring the authentic smokey flavor.
If you are extra hungry, the Super Chili Tri-tip Nachos will fill you up. The homemade chili beans recipe goes back three generations, with chorizo and ground beef. For meat, customers have a choice of tri-tip or chicken. To top it off, the nachos have a light drizzle of sour cream.
Santa Maria-style barbecue dates back to the 1850s when the Spanish began settling on the central coast. They encountered Chumash natives, who cooked their food in a large open hole in the ground. The Spanish introduced metal rods to the cooking style, which eventually evolved into the barbecue pit Santa Maria locals swear by.
Santa Maria Style Grilling is at 7953 25th East in Idaho Falls. Visit its website and see a menu here.
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