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4 days ago
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Idaho passed a law just to ban Boise from flying Pride flags. Their response was surprising. - LGBTQ Nation

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fromTruthout
5 hours ago

Boise Responds to Idaho Pride Flag Ban With Creative Display

Boise City Hall removed its Pride flag after Idaho's law banned it, but officials installed Pride flagpoles instead.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Idaho passed a law just to ban Boise from flying Pride flags. Their response was surprising. - LGBTQ Nation

Boise City Hall introduced Pride wraps after a law banned flying the Pride flag.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Idaho said no Pride flags permitted. Boise said watch this

Boise City Hall is using rainbow lights and signage to promote inclusivity after Idaho banned flying Pride flags.
#montana
fromTravel + Leisure
1 hour ago
Travel

This Western State Is a Nature Lover's Paradise in Its Little-known Shoulder Seasons-How to Make the Most of Your Visit

Montana's shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds, stunning landscapes, and better accommodation availability, making it an ideal time to visit.
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1 week ago
LGBT

Montana's GOP tried to legally erase trans people & failed. Now it's trying again... - LGBTQ Nation

Montana's new law defines gender strictly based on reproductive anatomy, erasing non-conforming gender identities and impacting various legal areas.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 hour ago

This Western State Is a Nature Lover's Paradise in Its Little-known Shoulder Seasons-How to Make the Most of Your Visit

Montana's shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds, stunning landscapes, and better accommodation availability, making it an ideal time to visit.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Montana's GOP tried to legally erase trans people & failed. Now it's trying again... - LGBTQ Nation

Montana's new law defines gender strictly based on reproductive anatomy, erasing non-conforming gender identities and impacting various legal areas.
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

Tribal leaders reflect on a year of uncertainty - and possibility - High Country News

Indigenous communities have seen dramatic changes, from rescinding land-management policies that were more inclusive of Indigenous knowledge to reducing $1.5 billion in climate funding for tribal initiatives.
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

8 Best U.S. Lake Towns to Live in Year-round, According to Real Estate Experts

"Tucked in south central Wisconsin, just 3.5 hours north of Chicago and 1.5 hours from Milwaukee, Green Lake has earned the nickname of the 'Hamptons of the Midwest.' Families have been summering there since the 1800s, when the shoreline was dotted with a handful of rustic resorts."
Boston real estate
Skiing
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

This Small Montana Town Is an Affordable Alternative to Jackson Hole-and It's Only 30 Minutes From Glacier National Park

Mountain towns in the American West, like Whitefish, Montana, offer year-round activities, scenic landscapes, and a laid-back atmosphere, making them ideal travel destinations.
Retirement
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

These Underrated Midwest Cities Are Among the Best Places to Retire Thanks to Affordability and High Quality of Life

The Midwest is increasingly popular for retirees seeking affordable living options compared to coastal areas.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

Snowbasin, UT, and Sun Valley, ID, to Charge $10 for Daily Lodge Access Next Winter-Bathrooms Included (Sort Of) - SnowBrains

Snowbasin and Sun Valley resorts will charge for lodge access starting next winter, signaling a shift in high-end resort management.
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

How HCN is helping fill a growing need for local news - High Country News

More than a third of the nation's local newspapers have folded in the last 20 years, with the Western U.S. being especially hard-hit, including significant losses in Utah and New Mexico.
Media industry
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 weeks ago

Watch Six Short Films from Filmfort 2026

Filmfort Film Festival showcases six short films from 2026, highlighting emerging indie cinema alongside feature films like The Scout and Joybubbles.
#sun-valley-resort
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago
Snowboarding

Sun Valley Resort, ID, Announces Big Lift Upgrades For The 2026-27 Season - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
Snowboarding

Where American Skiing Was Born: The 90-Year Legacy at Sun Valley, ID, That Still Sets the Standard - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 week ago
Snowboarding

Sun Valley Resort, ID, Announces Big Lift Upgrades For The 2026-27 Season - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
Snowboarding

Where American Skiing Was Born: The 90-Year Legacy at Sun Valley, ID, That Still Sets the Standard - SnowBrains

fromIdaho Statesman
2 weeks ago

Facebook page of 'busted' mugshots says Ada County Sheriff claimed copyright violation

Boise Busted claims it has lost 'at least $233,549.80' in advertising revenue due to repeated suspensions caused by the Ada County Sheriff's Office's copyright violation notices.
Social media marketing
Portland
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Oregon City Is One of the Top Places to Live in the West

Beaverton, Oregon ranks as the second best place to live in the West for 2026, highlighting its environmental commitment and quality of life.
#idaho
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

Idaho Gov. signs nation's "most extreme" anti-trans bathroom law despite police opposition - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Idaho Senate Republicans send transgender bathroom bill with felony penalties to governor

Idaho Senate passed a bill criminalizing transgender individuals for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Idaho Senate Republicans rush toward passing transgender bathroom criminalization bill

Idaho Senate is advancing a bill criminalizing transgender individuals for using bathrooms that match their gender identity.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Idaho Gov. signs nation's "most extreme" anti-trans bathroom law despite police opposition - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a strict anti-transgender bathroom law despite opposition from police organizations, effective July 1.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Idaho governor signs law making transgender bathroom use a felony

Idaho's new law criminalizes transgender individuals for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity, imposing severe penalties.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Idaho Senate Republicans send transgender bathroom bill with felony penalties to governor

Idaho Senate passed a bill criminalizing transgender individuals for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Idaho Senate Republicans rush toward passing transgender bathroom criminalization bill

Idaho Senate is advancing a bill criminalizing transgender individuals for using bathrooms that match their gender identity.
US Elections
fromHigh Country News
3 weeks ago

Montana's wild week in politics could have national consequences - High Country News

Two Montana Republican incumbents unexpectedly withdrew from reelection races days before the filing deadline, opening half the state's congressional seats and potentially shifting the political landscape in Democrats' favor.
SF LGBT
fromHigh Country News
3 weeks ago

'Music brings an uplifting spiritual experience' - High Country News

Ramonda Holiday's album chronicles her journey from addiction and survival to sobriety and spiritual recovery, while her nonprofit Before the Rocks Cry Out uses music to provide mental health support and resources to Indigenous communities experiencing addiction and trauma.
Environment
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Growing Presence of AI Data Centers Prompts Debate on Native Lands

AI data center expansion creates environmental and cultural challenges for Native American tribes, sparking debates over tribal digital sovereignty and regulatory needs for data infrastructure control.
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Trans people face an existential threat in Idaho, but the resistance continues - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's recent legislation imposes severe penalties on trans individuals and bans the Pride flag, prompting protests and arrests.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

The Idaho legislature isn't governing. It's hunting transgender people

Idaho law criminalizes transgender bathroom use, making it a felony, reflecting a significant regression in LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Trans people face an existential threat in Idaho, but the resistance continues - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's recent legislation imposes severe penalties on trans individuals and bans the Pride flag, prompting protests and arrests.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

The Idaho legislature isn't governing. It's hunting transgender people

Idaho law criminalizes transgender bathroom use, making it a felony, reflecting a significant regression in LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago

SnowBrains Forecast: Quiet Weekend, Then 1-2 Feet for Parts of the Northern Rockies - SnowBrains

A spring ridge brings dry, warmer weather to the Northern Rockies, but a storm cycle will return next week with significant snowfall expected.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Idaho Republicans pass House bill forcing doctors to out transgender kids

Idaho House passed legislation requiring teachers, doctors, and youth-serving professionals to disclose transgender youth identities to parents within 3 days of social transition requests, with penalties up to $100,000 for non-compliance.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

Trans people could face life in prison under bathroom ban passed by Idaho legislature - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's legislature passed a bathroom ban criminalizing transgender individuals' use of certain facilities, with severe penalties including potential life imprisonment.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
LGBT

Idaho's bathroom bill leaves transgender men like me with an impossible choice: jail or violence

Trans individuals face criminalization under HB752 for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity, risking jail time for simply existing in those spaces.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Idaho's bathroom bill isn't just about bathrooms. It never was

Idaho's HB 752 extends beyond bathrooms, promoting societal scrutiny of gender identity and punishing ambiguity under the guise of order.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Trans people could face life in prison under bathroom ban passed by Idaho legislature - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's legislature passed a bathroom ban criminalizing transgender individuals' use of certain facilities, with severe penalties including potential life imprisonment.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Idaho's bathroom bill leaves transgender men like me with an impossible choice: jail or violence

Trans individuals face criminalization under HB752 for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity, risking jail time for simply existing in those spaces.
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago

For Over 30 Years, Snake River Brewing Has Been Jackson, Wyoming's Go-To Apres Spot - SnowBrains

Snake River Brewing has quietly earned its place as one of the town's original après-ski gathering spots, a place where cold fingers warmed up around pint glasses and powder days were replayed one story at a time.
Snowboarding
Books
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

The Columbia Gorge Museum: Lacing communities together * Oregon ArtsWatch

A turning point in the world can be identified as a 'still point,' and lace serves as a metaphor for understanding psychological resilience, community connection, and navigating uncertain times.
#same-sex-marriage
fromBleacher Nation
1 month ago

Idaho vs. Montana State Women's Basketball: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch - Bleacher Nation

Idaho has a +429 scoring differential, topping opponents by 13.0 points per game. It is putting up 77.6 points per game to rank 22nd in college basketball and is giving up 64.6 per outing to rank 186th in college basketball. The 77.6 points the Vandals average are 16.3 more than the Bobcats allow.
Chicago Cubs
#tamarack-resort
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

As a Nevada local, I always tell people to skip Las Vegas - these 3 destinations are so much better

Tens of millions of tourists visit Las Vegas each year, spending billions of dollars in the city's casinos, entertainment venues, and attractions. Yet my move brought me to Reno, a seven-hour drive from the desert of Las Vegas. Although Reno still has its fair share of casinos, the city feels like a world apart.
Travel
Remodel
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Multnomah County Retrofits Its Libraries for the People

The renovated Albina Library transforms from a historic building into a multipurpose community hub offering ESL classes, maker spaces, teen areas, and cultural programming beyond traditional book lending.
History
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

How Montana tribes are using sovereignty to restore their waterways - High Country News

The 2015 CSKT-Montana Compact Water Rights settlement restores tribal water rights from the 1855 Hellgate Treaty while enabling river restoration and shared management of the Jocko River watershed.
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

5 Essential Tips for Your First Trip to Spokane WA

Spokane offers Pacific Northwest charm with urban amenities and outdoor recreation at lower costs than Seattle or Portland, with distinct seasonal experiences and diverse neighborhoods worth exploring.
#ski-resort
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

In Vermont, small town meetings grapple with debate on big issues

When you have people sleepwalking into an authoritarian regime, it's up to us to sound the alarm. People feel isolated, helpless and hopeless. And when you hear about other people who are just like you taking a stand and representing something that you believe, that gives you not only hope, but it gives you power.
US news
Wellness
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

9 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for a Healthy Lifestyle

WalletHub analyzed 182 U.S. cities across food, fitness, healthcare, and green space to identify the healthiest cities for residents prioritizing wellness-focused living.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

10 Best Small Towns in Arizona, Including Artsy Enclaves and Route 66 Classics

Bisbee is surrounded by the Mule Mountains, offering plenty of opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, and camping. The nearby Sabino Canyon Recreation Area has scenic hiking trails and stunning views. But beyond the art and beauty lies a long, fascinating history as a copper mining town.
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#lgbtq-rights
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
US politics

Idaho Republicans are trying to strip localities of nondiscrimination ordinances that protect LGBTQ+ people

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Montana GOP angered after city outsmarts their new statewide Pride flag ban - LGBTQ Nation

Missoula, Montana designated the Pride flag as its official city flag to legally circumvent state legislation banning LGBTQ+ flags on government property, prompting Republican officials to pledge further legal restrictions.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
US politics

Idaho Republicans are trying to strip localities of nondiscrimination ordinances that protect LGBTQ+ people

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Montana GOP angered after city outsmarts their new statewide Pride flag ban - LGBTQ Nation

Missoula, Montana designated the Pride flag as its official city flag to legally circumvent state legislation banning LGBTQ+ flags on government property, prompting Republican officials to pledge further legal restrictions.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

The essentials of democracy - High Country News

Environmental protections are being dismantled through regulatory actions without public input, while climate change impacts devastate agricultural communities dependent on water resources.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 month ago

Eastern Washington vs. Idaho: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch - Bleacher Nation

Eastern Washington hosts Idaho on March 2, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET, with the Eagles riding a five-game home winning streak after defeating Northern Arizona 88-57.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Idaho's Intermountain MLS taps tech-focused CEO

Richard Gibbens appointed CEO of Intermountain MLS effective March 30, bringing experience in MLS modernization, technology advancement, and broker collaboration from previous leadership roles.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've lived in and visited so many of America's biggest cities, but these 6 small towns have really won me over

Small towns near major US cities offer a more relaxed, rewarding alternative to the stress and congestion of large metropolitan areas.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This City Was Just Named the Most Livable in the U.S.-With Clean Air, Easy Outdoor Access, and Job Stability

Seattle ranks as the most liveable city in the U.S. and eighth globally, excelling in healthcare, quality of life, and disposable income across six evaluated metrics.
fromLos Angeles Times
10 years ago

It's not too late, baby now, to buy Carole King's ranch in Idaho

Set within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, the 128-acre spread has been belonged to King for more than three decades. At the heart of the property is a restored two-story log lodge overlooking a creek. A detached recording studio, a caretaker's house, guest cabins, equestrian facilities and a greenhouse are among other structures.
Real estate
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Idaho's Soldier Mountain Ends Ski Season Early After Difficult Winter - SnowBrains

Soldier Mountain ski resort in Idaho closes for the season due to persistent poor weather conditions and inadequate snowfall, with only 26 inches accumulated versus normal requirements.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Potato-Famous State Is Also Producing World-Class Wine - Tasting Table

With thousands of acres of vineyards, Washington and Oregon are among the top wine producing states in the nation, with winemakers taking advantage of distinct climates and terroir to craft a wide range of fantastic wines. Therefore, it should not be a surprise that their neighbor to the east is one of the lesser known U.S. wine regions, quietly producing outstanding wines.
Wine
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

This Iconic Sandwich Is Idaho's Mashup Between A Gyro And French Dip - Tasting Table

The spicy lamb grinder is a variation on Bar Gernika's lamb grinder, which combines some of the best aspects of a gyro, French dip, and cheesesteak into one flavor-packed sandwich. Served on crusty and fluffy French bread, the lamb is tender and thinly shaved, reminiscent of shaved meat from a gyro. The meat is topped with cheese, grilled onions, and peppers, and the whole thing comes served with a side of au jus for that French dip experience.
Food & drink
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

Treefort Music Fest 2026 lineup: Father John Misty, Geese, Built to Spill, Magdalena Bay, more

Treefort Music Fest 2026 runs March 25–29 in downtown Boise with over 500 acts across five days; passes are on sale now.
Business
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Comcast completes expansion in Spokane County, Washington

Comcast expanded high-speed, symmetrical Internet to over 2,200 homes and businesses in Chattaroy, Four Lakes, and Medical Lake in Spokane County.
#sun-valley
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago
Snowboarding

Sun Valley, ID, Report: Long Runs, Longer History, and Sweeping Vistas of the Sawtooths - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
2 months ago
Snowboarding

Sun Valley, ID, Report: Long Runs, Longer History, and Sweeping Vistas of the Sawtooths - SnowBrains

US news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Pacific Northwest Suburb Was Named the Best Place to Live in the U.S. West for Its Mild Climate, Job Market, and Quality of Life

Sammamish, Washington is the highest-ranking Western city, offering a top job market, excellent schools and high incomes, but the nation’s highest home prices and steep cost of living.
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Pomerelle Mountain Resort, ID, Sold to Longtime Mountain Manager Zach Alexander and Wife Crystal - SnowBrains

Alexander is the grandson of longtime and recently retired snowsports director Barry Whiting, making the ownership shift feel less like a sale and more like a generational handoff, according to reporting by Local Freshies, which spoke with the Alexanders about their journey to ownership.
Snowboarding
fromApartment Therapy
1 month ago

I Lived in the "Most Neighborly City in America" for 11 Years - Here's What That Actually Looked Like

In November 2014, I crammed my possessions into my Toyota Corolla and drove 2,000 miles from Maryland to Salt Lake City, Utah, for a job. While temporarily staying with a friend's brother, I found the perfect house to rent. On a cold December morning, ready to head to my new place, I turned the key in my car's ignition. But I only heard rapid, grinding clicks. I turned the key again and again. The engine refused to work.
Real estate
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Idahoan Foodservice: Scratch-Quality Potatoes Built for Today's Kitchens - Food & Beverage Magazine

Idahoan delivers consistent, scratch-like potato products using Idaho-grown potatoes and a proprietary Fresh-Dried® process to simplify prep, ensure quality, and reduce kitchen labor and waste.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

10 Best U.S. Mountain Towns to Live in Year-round, According to Real Estate Experts

Mountain living delivers fresh air, outdoor access, and space but requires reliable infrastructure, local jobs, and community integration for sustainable, long-term livability.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

8 Best Places to Live in Washington, According to Real Estate Experts

Washington combines abundant natural beauty, major tech job centers, and no state income tax, offset by a higher cost of living.
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Ski Idaho Reminder: January is National Ski Safety Awareness Month - SnowBrains

For those unfamiliar with Your Responsibility Code, it lists 10 points skiers and snowboarders must follow when spending time on the mountain. Bright yellow signage posted throughout U.S. ski areas provides guests with reminders about the code, which has been in use since 1962 when it was developed by the National Ski Areas Association. Throughout the last 60 years, the code has undergone revision to stay in step with modern language and skiing behavior, covering 10 points:
Snowboarding
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Grand Targhee, WY, Considers Selling Lots Next To Base Area - SnowBrains

Grand Targhee may subdivide land west of its base, creating up to 38 lots and pursuing a larger master-planned expansion pending regulatory approvals.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Schweitzer, ID, Trip Report: Big Terrain, Laid-Back Vibes, and Apres Worth Hanging For - SnowBrains

Schweitzer is a relatively uncrowded, 2,900-acre Idaho ski resort offering diverse terrain, heavy snowfall, recent lift investments, and a friendly, low-key vibe.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Idaho Sled Dog Challenge Announces Cessation - SnowBrains

Organizers permanently discontinued the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge due to unreliable trails, repeated cancellations, low snow and avalanche risks.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Brundage, ID, Report: Fast, Scenic Groomers and Extraordinary Sidecountry Laps - SnowBrains

Brundage Mountain offers varied skiing, including groomers, expansive tree runs, scenic vistas, and accessible sidecountry with quality powder and a relaxed atmosphere.
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Whitefish Mountain Resort, MT, Report: A True Big-Time Local Resort - SnowBrains

Glacier Park International Airport sits about 15 minutes from Whitefish proper, and offers direct flights from several hubs across the western United States and select Midwestern cities. My flight from Portland, Oregon took less time than it would have taken to get to Mount Hood. The drive from downtown Whitefish to the resort is less than 15 minutes. For travelers who prefer rails to runways, Amtrak's Empire Builder stops right in downtown Whitefish.
Snowboarding
LGBT
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Learning to two-step at a queer country bar - High Country News

A newly married same-sex couple attends Stud Country's beginner two-step at Los Globos to rehearse their first dance amid queer country and cowboy culture.
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