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Sage-grouse Would Benefit from Mining Withdrawals
The greater sage-grouse needs large expanses of undeveloped sage-brush habitat. The Bureau of Land Management has proposed protecting 3.8 million acres of sagebrush areas in Idaho from the threat of mining. Under this proposal, sage-grouse and many other species would benefit.
My, Oh My, What a Year...
Thoughts about the year from 2015 artist in residence Peter Lovera.
Grangeville Agrees-Protect Public Lands
Sen. Jim Risch hosted a public hearing on a controversial land exchange proposal in North-Central Idaho. The hearing brought out hundreds of concerned local citizens who overwhelmingly opposed the land swap.
Road to Paris: It's for the Children
In his second blog about the Paris Climate Talks, ICL member and guest blogger Gary Payton explains his motivation for going to Paris to participate as a member of "Civil Society."
Hey, Here Are a Few Ideas for Holiday Gifts!
Scratching your head for gift ideas? We can help! Learn what goodies we have to offer that will please your friends and family AND help us protect the Idaho you love.
Looser Water Quality Regulations to Be a "Legislative Priority"?
The Idaho Association of Commerce and Industry has announced its "biggest legislative priority" for the coming session-making Idaho's water quality standards less stringent. Why would we allow higher toxin levels in our water?
With Pipeline Demise, Focus Turns to Oil-by-Rail
Projects like the Tesoro-Savage oil terminal proposal for Vancouver, WA, will drive more oil production and take on greater importance in the wake of Obama's decision not to permit the Keystone XL pipeline.
Guest Opinion Gets One Thing Right
In the Idaho Statesman yesterday, Idaho Rep. Jeff Thompson badmouths the EPA's much-anticipated carbon reduction plan, saying that the President's rhetoric is bad for Idaho. His lack of any facts to back up his argument clearly demonstrates that his rhetoric is even worse for Idaho. But he did get one thing right...
Support for Scotchman Peaks Evident in DC
Our congressional representatives are hearing you loud and clear!