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The Star-News Spotlight

The Star-News Spotlight

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 The Star-News Spotlight is a weekly podcast produced by The Star-News in McCall, Idaho, and hosted by Nish Weiseth. It delivers the latest headlines, in-depth stories, and key updates from Valley and Adams counties and beyond. With insightful commentary and interviews, the podcast keeps listeners informed about local news, community events, and regional developments, all in a convenient and accessible audio format. Tune in each week to stay connected to the heart of one of Idaho's vibrant communities.Copyright 2025 The Star-News Politics & Government
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  • May 9, 2025

    May 9, 2025
    May 10 2025

    Another busy week in Valley and Adams Counties! This week we're covering:

    • McCall Youth Council launches composting campaign at MDHS.
    • Multiple brush fires hit Valley County.
    • Idaho Gives brings $200,000 to area non-profits.
    • The Star-News wins five Idaho Press Club Awards.
    • Valley County pushes back on the City of McCall's proposed AOI map.
    • Kokanee Cove project clears an annexation hurdle.
    • Valley County loses over $1 million in federal funding.
    • Deep Dive: We talked with City of McCall manager Forest Atkinson about the city's perspective on the Impact Area discussion.

    And we've got weather, sports, and an events roundup to fill out the episode.

    Make sure you tell us whether you prefer Thursday or Friday episodes! Drop us an email at starnewspodcast@gmail.com.

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    31 mins
  • May 2, 2025

    May 2, 2025
    May 2 2025

    We have a LOT to cover this week! In this episode, we discuss:

    • New traffic light on ID-55 and Banks/Lowman Rd.
    • New boat ramp fee hearings
    • Community Health Survey
    • Davis Ave. roadwork begins again
    • Donnelly & Cascade AOI decision delayed
    • May Marina suffers ice damage
    • State to use herbicide to milfoil in Payette Lake
    • US-95 is open!
    • A discussion with Valley County Commissioner Sherry Maupin on the McCall Area of Impact

    And as always, we've got weather, sports, and a TON of events on the calendar this week!

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    39 mins
  • April 24, 2025

    April 24, 2025
    Apr 25 2025

    Shorter episode this week! But still lots of ground to cover:

    • Payette Lakes Sewer District Approves $55M Master Plan
    • Experts Warn of Arsenic Risks from Stibnite Mine Air Permit
    • MCPAWS Encourages Community Cat Neutering, Not Shelter Intake
    • Idaho Gives 2025 Kicks Off Monday
    • McCall Considers Expanding Its Impact Area
    • Meridian Man Pleads Guilty to DUI, High-Speed Chase
    • Old Council Road Designated as Public Access

    And as always, we've got the weather with Todd Cook, a sports roundup (4 home runs from the Vandal women!), and events around town.

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    14 mins

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