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Local business owners fight against human trafficking in the Idaho region

Whether they are serving their customers or their community, Dan & Anne Alsaker are committed to going the “extra mile”. Their family business, Broadway Flying J Travel Plaza, is known for more than its welcoming fuel stops. The Alsakers actively use their platform to fight against the problem of human trafficking within the region. By […]

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Kamiah Senior Center renovates air conditioning system and roof

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Thirty-three years of keeping seniors and volunteers comfortable took a toll on the heating and cooling system of the Kamiah Senior Center. During summer months, volunteer cooks and meal preparers had to work in a severely overheated kitchen with no ventilation system, and the dining area itself was not much cooler. These conditions put prolonged

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Couple creates scholarship fund for high-achieving students with financial need

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As the first person in his extended family to earn a college degree, Mark Burkett knows firsthand the difference higher education can make in one’s life. Thanks to a scholarship, Mark was able to attend the University of Pacific, where he earned a degree in electrical engineering. Now retired after a successful 26-year career in

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Chief Joseph Foundation helps Nez Perce youth grow and connect to their heritage

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On the Nez Perce Reservation and in surrounding areas, young people often lack a safe, drug-free place to spend time during after-school hours. Many also lack mentorship from elder community members, creating a disconnect between newer generations and their heritage. The Chief Joseph Foundation (CJF)’s Mounted Scholars Program gives Nez Perce youth a positive after-school

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Philanthropic couple establishes seed fund at Innovia Foundation

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In 2009, Roger and Teresa Woodworth established an endowed donor-advised seed fund at Innovia Foundation to benefit general charitable causes the family supports. Rather than funding these causes all at once, a seed fund allows donors to donate a small amount each year for a set period of time until the fund reaches the desired

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