Author Archives: Debbie Courson Smith

Idaho Shows Strong Personal Income Growth, But…

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Debbie Courson Smith

Personal income in Idaho increased slightly more than the national average last year, up 5.4 percent. However, Idaho is still ranked 49th in the nation for per capita income at about $33,300. Mississippi is 50th. Oregon’s per capita is about $37,9… Continue reading →

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Eight Counties Lose Population

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Debbie Courson Smith

IFRAMES not supportedThe U.S. Census Bureau is out with new population numbers for legislative redistricting. Eight counties have seen population declines: Shoshone, Clearwater, Elmore, Minidoka, Butte, Clark, Caribou and Bear Lake. Continue reading →

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Commute to Work in Idaho: Plan on 20 minutes

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Debbie Courson Smith

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, it takes about 20 minutes to get to work each day in Idaho. True for you? Continue reading →

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Idaho Fire Fighter Pay – $17.06/hr

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Debbie Courson Smith

According to the Idaho Department of Labor, fire fighters in the Gem State earn an average of $17.06 per hour. Continue reading →

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Flu Makes Appearance in Idaho

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Debbie Courson Smith

Idaho Department of Health and Welfare reports cases are resulting in hospitalizations. Cover your sneeze, please. And still time to consider an immunization. Stats from last year’s flu season: 23 people died of flu complications and 309 were hospitali… Continue reading →

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Great American Smokeout: 17.9% of Idahoans Smoke

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Debbie Courson Smith

Today is the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout. The idea is for smokers to prove to themselves that they can quit for 24 hours, and to encourage them to make a plan to quit forever. The American Cancer Society’s most recent survey show… Continue reading →

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Idaho in the Middle for Everything…Except Income

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Debbie Courson Smith

SourceAmerican life expectancy, education and earnings by state Continue reading →

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Idaho 7th "Most Conservative"

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Debbie Courson Smith

The latest political tracking by Gallup pegs Idaho as 7th most conservative. Those surveyed were asked to self-identify along the political spectrum for this project. Continue reading →

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Kids Count: Idaho 21st Best for Kids

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Debbie Courson Smith

Poverty is up in for kids in Idaho, but still below the national rate. Kids Count tracks trends and statistics researchers know affect kids’ lives. Continue reading →

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Cancer is the New #1 Killer in Idaho

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Debbie Courson Smith

Cancer is now the #1 killer in Idaho, taking that spot from heart disease. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare notes that cancer screening rates in Idaho lag the rest of the country, and early detection leads to better outcomes. (image credit: W… Continue reading →