Idaho isn't only state competing in Calif.'s egg exodus

By John Miller - Associated Press writer

BOISE — Idaho isn’t the only state watching to see if a California animal cruelty law drives flocks of big egg farms there to fly the coop.

Feb 09, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Agriculture committee to begin tour of local farms and processors

By Paul Arrington

Who knew an ear of corn or a fresh tomato could improve your health, your community and the environment, all at the same time?

Feb 09, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

I want you to learn what's new in taxes

By Carole Feldman - Associated Press writer

More forms to file. New and expanded credits and deductions. When taxpayers sit down to file their 2009 returns, they will find plenty new — some the result of adjusting for inflation, and others changes passed by Congress last year to try to bring the country out of recession.

Feb 07, 2010 | 1:45 am | (0) Comments

COLUMN: Roth IRA conversions available for everybody - but aren't for everyone

By Todd Wadsworth

Usually when Washington gives you a tax break with one hand, they take something else away with the other — leaving you to decide which is better. That’s certainly the case with new rules making it easier to convert your regular IRA account to a Roth IRA. This could be a great opportu…

Feb 07, 2010 | 1:30 am | (0) Comments

The IRS actually wants to help you IRS tax tips

- Times-News staff and wire reports

Some tips from the Internal Revenue Service as the tax filing season begins:

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Important numbers as you prepare to file your 2009 tax return

By Joshua Palmer - Times-News writer

Personal exemption:

Feb 07, 2010 | 1:15 am | (0) Comments

Burley's Sweetheart Manor expands to host larger events

By Judy Albertson - Times News writer

If things are slow and businesses are in a slump, you could never tell it by looking at the Sweetheart Manor in Burley.

Feb 07, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Bootie business

By Blair Koch - Times-News correspondent

FILER — “Super fast shipping!” “Love Love Love Them!” and “Soft and adorable. My daughter loves them,” are just a few of the rave reviews given to Shaunna Coit’s online business, Mom’s Blankies on the online store ETSY, a place where crafty people can sell their wares.

Feb 06, 2010 | 1:30 am | (0) Comments

COLUMN: SBA changes that make sense for the small business owner

By Joshua Palmer

President Obama wants to expand two Small Business Administration lending programs, aimed at helping small businesses refinance and increase working capital.

Feb 06, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Sale between Idaho Power, Raft River approved

- Times-News

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission said Thursday that it approved Idaho Power Company’s sale of electrical distribution facilities valued at $44,000 to Raft River Rural Electric Cooperative, headquartered in Malta.

Feb 05, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

USDA to help ailing potato market

By Joshua Palmer - Times-News writer

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsak said earlier this week that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will come to the rescue of potato producers by purchasing $9 million in fresh potatoes.

Feb 05, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Business briefs

- Staff reports

Safety Fest scheduled for March at CSI

Feb 05, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Ameristar Casinos narrows losses in 4Q

By Joshua Palmer - Times-News writer

Ameristar Casinos, which owns and operates Cactus Petes and Horseshu casinos in Jackpot, Nev., said Wednesday that the company narrowed its loss in the fourth-quarter, but missed analysts expectations.

Feb 04, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

Councilman says Sun Valley's economy among worst in U.S.

By Ariel Hansen - Times-News writer

KETCHUM — Sun Valley City Councilman Bob Youngman has been busy since he was elected last fall — busy wondering what is wrong with the resort community’s economy, and busy seeking ways to turn the downturn around.

Feb 04, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

T.F. chamber recognizes community contributions

- Times-News staff

New chamber board members announced

Feb 04, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments

• Related: Two awards given for Ambassador of the Year

Developer to build longest car wash in U.S.

By Joshua Palmer - Times-News writer

It was a sliver of land along the busiest corridor in south-central Idaho for nearly four years, littered with abandoned trailer homes, cars and other unmentionables.

Jan 31, 2010 | 1:30 am | (0) Comments

Idaho SBA reports 'substantial' increase in loan volume

By Joshua Palmer - Times-News writer

Small business loan volume in south-central Idaho that was guaranteed through the U.S. Small Business Administration surged nearly 56 percent during the last three months of 2009 compared to the previous year.

Jan 30, 2010 | 1:45 am | (0) Comments

Otter to hear small business concerns firsthand

- Times-News staff

Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter said Thursday he will host a Small Business Summit this spring to hear firsthand about the unique challenges facing Idaho’s small business owners.

Jan 30, 2010 | 1:15 am | (0) Comments

Idaho Powersubmits growth plan to commission

- Times-News staff

Idaho Power Company plans to add about 3,000 megawatts of capacity over the next 20 years to meet anticipated load growth, according to a planning document it has filed with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.

Jan 30, 2010 | 1:00 am | (0) Comments