This weekly column features news stories and event announcements from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. We also mention companies of interest to preppers and survivalists that are located in the American Redoubt region. Today, we focus on the proposed shift in the border between Oregon and Idaho. (See the Region-Wide section.)
Region-Wide
‘Move Oregon’s Border’ petition gets OK in Union County. Here is an excerpt from the article:
“The Move Oregon’s Border group would reduce Oregon to only 17 counties, all on the state’s west side. The other 19 counties along with several in northern California would become part of the new state of Greater Idaho. McCarter said 12 of the 19 counties have approved the petition, with Jackson County on Thursday giving its OK.
‘So that’s a big one,” McCarter said, because Jackson County’s population accounts for 25% of the total population for the 19 counties.'”
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Idaho
McGeachin slams Governor Little’s handling of coronavirus re-opening plan
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This retreat in north Idaho available through SurvivalRealty.com really stands out, for its real self-sufficiency: Hydro-power in the American Redoubt! There is a lot to be said for a hydro power system that generates power 24 hours a day!
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Over at INWReport: Ada County deputies visit covert – possibly illegal – hair salon during statewide shutdown
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Boise police recover stolen merchandise after dismantling reshipping scam
Montana
Missoula man puts up prank ‘Mike Exotic’ billboard
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Some interesting insights on Montane culture, hay stacking technology, and the work ethic for young folks: Backroads of Montana – Big Hole Valley
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Couple discovers nearly 100-year-old antique infant incubator in their backyard
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Shooting suspect jailed on $1 million bail
Eastern Oregon
Bend man arrested for attempting to steal UPS truck
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Redmond company in property dispute with Young Life ranch, former home of Rajneeshees
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Bend fugitive from police chase, manhunt captured at transient camp
Eastern Washington
Hundreds protest stay-home order at courthouse, shout down politicians hoping to reopen economy. A snippet:
“Many protesters wore “Make America Great Again” hats and had merchandise associated with President Donald Trump’s 2020 campaign. Others had shirts referencing the American Redoubt movement and Infowars.”
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Spokane Rally May 15th, Photos, Freedom Is The Cure
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A the same event: Interview with Rep. Matt Shea (R) Spokane Valley
Wyoming
BNSF To Close Two Wyoming Facilities, Lay Off Workers
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Fremont County Woman Wyoming’s Eighth Coronavirus Death
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Some great detective work, in Cody! Officer Burlingame recognized by FBI
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While I would love Idaho to have some beachfront property, and all the goodness that goes with it (lack of infringement on 2A ect.), if you all could make a stand for liberty by getting rid of income tax that would be an example to the other states as even more people flock to your freer shores.
A new state named “Greater Idaho”? I imagine all the State of Jefferson folks will want to cast their two cents on that, lol.
Interesting to see that it’s gaining additional traction, though.
Ceding any part of Washington, Oregon, or California is a pipe dream. The govts rely on revenue generated by the areas in questions for their benefit. They will not give up such an asset willingly, and they have the numbers to ensure they retain that authority.
You may be right. Seems to me the odds were similar in 1773. If patriots then folded at the odds, where might we be now? Are you suggesting the attempt isn’t worth doing? Or are you suggesting something else? Just asking.
I wouldn’t mind living in Idaho, if I didn’t have to move.
The libs in Salem have said for years that Eastern Oregon costs them money. If they really think so just that part of Oregon go.
I live in Jackson County Oregon and like a way to get info and/or news on the possible move of the Idaho border. I signed up for E-mail on THEIR web site land have not received Squat! I would like to sign petitions, I would like to be apart of this great deal. I DO NOT and WILL NOT join Facebook or any other social media outlet, I do not trust them! Thanx, Semper Fi.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slV8TkaE0h4
I so enjoyed the Backroads of Montana video. The above link is to one of the other episodes.
Carry on in grace