Daily editionThursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Caldwell.
The Daily Caldwell Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
Education
The U.S. Department of Education reversed its earlier decision to freeze nearly $30 million in federal funding for community schools across Idaho.
The grant, awarded to United Way of Treasure Valley in 2023, supports 65 schools + preserves over 60 full-time positions statewide.
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Government
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved a settlement on Dec. 30, 2025 that allows Intermountain Gas to raise rates starting today (residential bills up by $2.45 and a $3 fee, commercial bills up by $4.42 and an $8 charge) to offset a 5.3% rise in operating costs and fund infrastructure.
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