Here We Have Idaho

Victor Miller and Tom Luna

“Welcome to Hear We Have Idaho a local show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great.  Here We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families.  Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive:
“There's truly one state in this great land of ours, Where ideals can be realized. The pioneers made it so for you and me, A legacy we'll always prize.”  Here are your hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.”

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Sean Rooney- FCA Canyon County Director in Idaho
6d ago
Sean Rooney- FCA Canyon County Director in Idaho
Sean’s love for baseball started at a young age with a father who coached him and his 2 brothers. His dad coached and older brother played in the Little League World Series in 1995 (Yorba Hills Little League).Sean went on a few years later to set a season home run record in that league and area with 26 HRs his 12 yr old year. Sean went on to Esperanza HS in Anaheim, CA and earned 1st team All-League (co-MVP) and All-County honors. After he signed to attend and play at UC Davis, he was led back to Orange County to play at Saddleback Community College. Just before the spring season of 2006, Sean rededicated his life to Christ. He went on to become the Triple Crown winner (leader in AVG, HR, and RBI), Conference Player of the Year, and 1st Team All-American. He then signed with Pepperdine University; where his older brother, Patrick played and younger brother, Colin, would later go on to play.In June, the Washington Nationals drafted him in the 8th round of the 2006 MLB First Year Player Draft. Sean received Gulf Coast Nationals Player of the Week twice in 2006 and was named a South Atlantic League All-Star in 2008. The Hagerstown Suns named him Defensive Player of the Year in 2008 as well.In January 2009, tragedy struck Sean’s family with the loss of his father and older brother. After Sean played for AAA Syracuse in 2010, he stepped away from playing the game knowing and trusting that God would place him where he could be most impactful. He joined staff with Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Baseball Division in Southern California. He coached collegiate players with the FCA So Cal Catch and then launched/coached the Catch high school and youth teams. Now, he serves as the FCA Canyon County Director in Idaho.Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Paula Barthelmess-Community Outreach Behavioral Services Ministry
Jun 12 2024
Paula Barthelmess-Community Outreach Behavioral Services Ministry
Statewide Anti-Trafficking ServicesCommunity Outreach Behavioral Services is a 501(c)3 organization that provides trauma care for victims of human trafficking across Idaho.We support all individuals who need an advocate, education, trauma therapy, or other services to improve and support them.We are here to work together and empowering individuals to build confidence, strength, and stability for a healthier, happier, and safe future.Services we provide to stop human trafficking:• Trauma-informed care to victims of human trafficking.• Community training on human trafficking awareness and resources.• Linking victims of human trafficking to mental health providers, and to resources for assistance• Donate to and work with other community organizations combating human trafficking.​• Donate resources and funds to victims of human trafficking, helping them to stabilize their lives on the road to recovery.• Meet with legislative representatives and community members raising awareness and offering education to address the problems.​What can you do?• Learn about the signs of human trafficking to help identify potential trafficking victims.• Get training on human trafficking awareness.• If you believe someone may be a victim of human trafficking report it to law enforcement.• Volunteer and support anti-trafficking efforts in your community.• Write to, and meet with, your legislative representatives to let them know you care about combating human trafficking. Ask what they are doing to address the problems!https://idahocobs.org/Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Ada County Prosecuting Attorney-Jan M. Bennetts
May 22 2024
Ada County Prosecuting Attorney-Jan M. Bennetts
MEET THE PROSECUTORJan M. BennettsFrom the moment I began my career as a deputy prosecutor in October 1994, it has been a privilege to serve my community in a way that has a positive impact not only in teaming with law enforcement to keep our community safe, but also in giving a voice to crime victims. As the elected Ada County Prosecuting Attorney, I am equally honored to continue my service and to lead the dedicated women and men in my office who are tireless advocates for the citizens of Ada County in both the Criminal and Civil Divisions. It is my passion to  be a positive leader for my staff, our partner agencies, our civil clients and for the community as a whole.It has been my honor to assist in the creation of the Ada County Victim Services Center, which serves vulnerable crime victims by making a variety of services, such as counseling, safety planning, medical care and forensic exams, available in one location. The center provides services and an environment that treats victims with dignity and respect.  My office plays a vital role in the operations of the center.The mission of the Ada County Prosecutor’s Office is to ensure public safety, in partnership with law enforcement, by seeking justice in the prosecution of criminal cases and advocating on behalf of Ada County by engaging in a wide spectrum of government and civil practice.Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Doug Armstrong-  Senate chaplain
May 17 2024
Doug Armstrong- Senate chaplain
What I Learned in Graduate School” By Douglas Armstrong Speech delivered at Moody Theological Seminary Commencement Breakfast, Chicago IL 5/18/2019 As the oldest student in my cohort, perhaps I viewed the idea of a Master’s degree in Biblical Studies differently than others. After all, I had no occupational aspirations. Instead, it was a series of life events that drove me to question my faith and test its foundation. I reasoned that if I was going to spend the remainder of my life ‘believing in something’ then it must be founded on historical truth and objective reality. I truly dislike delusion. So, for me, the 2-year journey was more important than the destination. Graduate school helped me see why the Bible is the most unique and best-selling book in the history of the world. This year alone, over 100-million copies will be printed worldwide. The Bible is really more like a small library; made up of dozens of separate books, penned by 40 different writers, written over a period of 1,500 years, spanning 50 generations, originating from 3 continents, and in 3 different languages. Its authentic historicity is anchored by early manuscripts that number in the thousands. Moreover, it contains diverse literary genres including law, history, wisdom, poetry, narrative, songs, epistles, and prophecy. And yet, from this ‘stew’ of diversity, the Bible voices one single unified, seamless, and beautifully integrated “story of God” from beginning to end. How is this perfect unity possible? It’s akin to a large symphony orchestra with diverse musical instruments, yet the conductor blends diversity into harmony. I see why the Bible is more than ink-on-paper, and how it delivers divinely-inspired answers to questions like: Who is God? Why am I here? What is wrong with this world? How can things be made right? To be clear, we do not worship the Bible. Rather, we exalt the person whom the Bible reveals: the Lord Jesus Christ. There are nearly 300 scriptural references to over 60 prophecies of a promised “Messiah” that were fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. The odds of one person fulfilling all these prophecies is beyond all mathematical possibility. Beyond this, the disciples of Jesus witnessed the first Easter, and this miraculous experience emboldened them to spread the good news. Even under the constant threat of prison and death, the disciples’ devotion to what they knew to be true literally changed the world. Saint Augustine said this about the Bible, “The Holy Scriptures are our letters from home.” Charles Dickens said, “It is the very best book that ever was or ever will be known in the world.” President Theodore Roosevelt said, “No man, educated or uneducated, can afford to be ignorant of the Bible.” And, D.L. Moody, the namesake of this university said, “The Bible was not given for our information but for our transformation.” My transformation is due to biblical beauty, goodness, and truth. After questioning my faith and testing its foundation, I was led back into the loving arms of Jesus Christ. Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Representative Barbara  Ehardt (R)
May 10 2024
Representative Barbara Ehardt (R)
Representative Barbara  Ehardt (R)behardt@house.idaho.govDistrict 33House Seat A2nd term961 J Street, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402Home (208) 332-1189Statehouse (208) 332-1189 (Session Only)Manager – Athletic ClubCommittees:EducationEnvironment, Energy & TechnologyJudiciary, Rules & AdministrationAppointed 12/27/2017 to fill a House vacancy in District 33A, Born and raised in Idaho Falls; attended North Idaho College and Idaho State University on a basketball scholarship; owns and operates Coach E’s Camps and Clinics; runs a highly successful travel basketball program for high school boys (with five players to play collegiately); conducts leadership forums; motivational speaker, including EFY (Especially for Youth) through BYU, YES (Youth Education through Sports) clinics at the NCAA Final Four, as well as many other events; spent 15 years as a NCAA Division I women’s basketball coach at UC Santa Barbara, Brigham Young University (Provo), Washington State University, and Cal State Fullerton as the head coach; served as president of the Bonneville County Republican Women; elected to the Idaho Falls City Council 2013; single.Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Idaho State Senator- Russ Fulcher
May 3 2024
Idaho State Senator- Russ Fulcher
Website | https://fulcher.house.gov/Contact | 1514 Longworth House Office Building(202) 225-6611ContactParty | RepublicanHouse | Idaho, District 1 116th-118th (2019-Present)Russ Fulcher is a Republican candidate for Idaho’s 1st Congressional District. As a fourth-generation Idahoan, Russ believes in the industriousness and ingenuity of Idahoans. He wants our state to be a great place for families and businesses. However, Russ is deeply concerned about the direction of our state and our nation. The overreach of government — both from Washington, D.C. and from Boise — is threatening our future.​Policies in the areas of healthcare, education, and the environment are stripping freedoms from Idahoans and placing them in the hands of government bureaucrats. As an Idaho State Senator for 10 years, Russ experienced this firsthand. In 2013, Governor Otter and the Idaho Legislature voluntarily embraced Obamacare. As a result, Idaho became the administrator for a federal healthcare law that Idahoans do not want and cannot afford.​Idahoans deserve better. That’s why Russ continues to defend conservative values in the political spectrum. The key to our prosperity is restoring the principles that have made us great. He has fought tirelessly to limit government influence in our lives, ease the tax burden, and restore our God-given liberties. Russ believes in Idaho.Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Phil McGrane-Secretary of State
Apr 29 2024
Phil McGrane-Secretary of State
Phil McGrane is a 4th generation Idaho Republican who cares about the direction of our state. He has made a career running fair and secure elections for Idaho’s largest county. As Secretary of State, Phil will fight to protect our conservative way of life so that future generations may be as blessed as we have been.Phil McGrane has been involved with almost every aspect of Idaho’s elections since 2005; including as a candidate and an administrator. Phil currently serves as the elected Clerk in Ada County. He is highly respected by Idaho business leaders and elected officials for his analytical mind and creativity when it comes to elections. In addition to his local elections experience, he served as a law clerk to the United States Election Assistance Commission in Washington, D.C.Phil has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington, a Master’s degree in public administration from Boise State University, a law degree from the University of Denver, and is a member of the Idaho Bar.Aside from his family, some say Phil’s greatest accomplishments are from the world of competitive barbecue. Phil finished 18th in the nation on the Sam’s Club National BBQ Tour in 2013. Phil’s wife, Angella, two daughters, and son enjoy traveling around with him as they compete.Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Representative Brent Crane (R) and Representative Jaron  Crane (R)
Apr 19 2024
Representative Brent Crane (R) and Representative Jaron Crane (R)
Representative Brent  J.  Crane (R)BCrane@house.idaho.govDistrict 13House Seat A8th termPO Box 86, Nampa, ID, 83653Bus (208) 466-0613Statehouse (208) 332-1058 (Session Only)Vice President – Crane Alarm ServiceCommittees:State Affairs – ChairBusinessEthics and House PolicyRep. Crane is the Vice President of Crane Alarm Service, a family owned security and fire alarm business that has been located in Nampa since 1964. Rep. Crane is currently serving his eighth term in the Idaho House of Representatives. He serves on the Business and State Affairs Committees. As a young leader in the Idaho House, he is known as an advocate for a strong economy and a business friendly environment. Rep. Crane received the Friend of Agriculture award in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2017, 2018, and 2020. In 2010, Rep. Crane was selected by his peers to be the Vice Chairman of the Legislative Business Caucus. Rep. Crane is active in his community, having served as an Ad Hoc member of the Nampa Chamber of Commerce Executive Board. Rep. Crane coaches youth basketball for Nampa Christian Schools. Rep. Crane was pleased when his company was selected by the TV show Extreme Makeover Edition to install the security system for the Ryan Stockdale family. Rep. Crane’s company also provided the security for the 2009 Special Winter Olympics. A life-long resident of Canyon County, Rep. Crane graduated from Nampa Christian High School and received a B.A. in political science with an emphasis in public administration from Boise State University. Rep. Crane is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys playing golf, fly fishing, and shooting clay targets. When not on the golf course, Rep. Crane can be found on the beach in South Florida reading a good book. Rep. Crane and his wife, Rochenda, have two children, a son Keaton and a daughter Riley.++++++++++++++++++Representative Jaron  Crane (R)JCrane@house.idaho.govDistrict 12House Seat B1st termPO Box 1804, Nampa, ID, 83653Home (208) 812-2059Statehouse (208) 332-1059 (Session Only)Business OwnerCommittees:Business – Vice ChairState AffairsTransportation & DefenseRonald “Jaron” Crane was born and raised in Nampa, Idaho; third-generation Idahoan and youngest of six children of retired State Treasurer Ron G. and Cheryl A. Crane; attended Nampa Christian Schools (K-12); attended Hobe Sound Bible College in Florida; transferred to Ohio Christian University and received an associate degree in business managHere We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Ken Lewis | FCA Idaho State Director
Apr 17 2024
Ken Lewis | FCA Idaho State Director
Ken Lewis | FCA Idaho State Directorklewis@fca.org | (208) 697-1051 Ken grew up in Idaho and attended Meridian HS. He went on to wrestled at Northwest Nazarene University where he was a NAIA National Wrestling Tournament Qualifier. After college, Ken taught and coached at Kuna High School for 15 years. Ken started FCA at Kuna HS in 1997 and started taking athletes to FCA Camp in Wyoming in 2001. Ken joined staff with FCA in Idaho in 2005 were he has served the last 18 + years. He currently oversees the FCA staff and volunteers in Idaho. He also is the Director of the Northwest FCA Sports Camp. He loves seeing kids and coaches come to Christ and have their identity found in Him. He counts it a privilege to work alongside the FCA Staff and Leadership Board and numerous volunteers in Idaho. Ken coached a total of 26 seasons here in Idaho in both Wrestling and Girls Lacrosse. Ken is married to his wonderful wife Judy for the last 34 years! They are blessed with 3 amazing daughters and two great son-in-laws!My Faves: Philippians 4:4-8, Wrestling and Snowboarding, Sawtooth Mountains & Secesh Meadows, Mexican food, Summer timeHere We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Mayor John Evans-Mayor of Garden City, Idaho
Apr 12 2024
Mayor John Evans-Mayor of Garden City, Idaho
Mayor John Evans John Evans grew up and was educated in the Midwest.  A Vietnam veteran, John and his wife, Judy, were married in 1969 and have three grown children, twelve grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.  John and Judy moved their family to Idaho in 1975 and then to Garden City in 1988.Since he arrived in Idaho, John has been primarily involved in the construction industry.  Since 1985 John has been in the residential real estate development business in Ada and Canyon Counties.  His current project is in Caldwell.  John has not engaged in any business activity in Garden City since his election to the city council in 1995.Before he was elected Mayor in November of 2005, John served on the Garden City Planning & Zoning Commission from 1992-1995 and served on the Garden City city council from 1996-2005.  While on the City Council, John served several one-year terms as President of the City Council, Council liaison to the Garden City Police Department, and Council liaison to the Library Board, a position he held for ten years.  He also performed the council oversight function for the construction of the Police Department building in 1999 and the new City Hall/Library building in 2004.  John also serves on the boards of the Community Planning Association (COMPASS), Valley Regional Transit (VRT), the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program (ICRMP) Board, and serves as a Fourth Judicial District Magistrate Commission member. John and Judy enjoy hanging out with family and traveling to the coast and other points around the northwest.  When time permits, John enjoys cowboy action shooting. You may contact Mayor Evans at jevans@gardencityidaho.org or his assistant, Susanna Smith at ssmith@gardencityidaho.orgHere We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Matt Clifford- Ada County Sheriff
Apr 10 2024
Matt Clifford- Ada County Sheriff
Matt Clifford, who has been with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office since 2000, is now Ada County’s 39th sheriff.Clifford was appointed by the Ada County Board of Commissioners about a month after the former sheriff retired suddenly on May 31, 2021.The Ada County Sheriff  is responsible for the largest law enforcement agency in the State of Idaho with over 800 employees and an over $100 million budget.The sheriff’s duties include policing unincorporated Ada County and the cities of Eagle, Kuna and Star.The sheriff is also responsible for managing the 1,116-bed Ada County Jail — and community supervision of about 2,000 offenders.The sheriff is also responsible for Ada County Misdemeanor Probation, runs the county-wide 911 Emergency Dispatch Center and fulfills a variety of other statutory and cooperative duties.Sheriff Clifford has worked as detention and patrol deputy, K9 handler, patrol sergeant, transports sergeant, and as a lieutenant who served as Chief of Eagle Police during his tenure with the ACSO before he assumed the role of sheriff.Matt is humbled by the outpouring of support from family, friends, employees of the ACSO, and community members who supported his bid to be sheriff.“I work every day to make Ada County a safer place to live, work, and play —and the support from the community is what makes it possible for the ACSO to overcome challenges and provide the best service to our citizens.I am proud to be your sheriff.”Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.
Mayor Jarom Wagoner of Caldwell, Idaho
Apr 5 2024
Mayor Jarom Wagoner of Caldwell, Idaho
Mayor Jarom Wagoner grew up in Caldwell, Idaho and graduated from Caldwell High School in 1995, (Go Cougars!). He attended college in Arizona and graduated with a degree in Business Administration from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.Prior to his election as Mayor, Jarom worked as a Planning Consultant, a City Planner for Caldwell, a Transportation Planner for ACHD, and a Planner with Canyon County. He has also served in the State Legislature, the Caldwell City Council and was a small business owner. Mayor Wagoner’s passion has always been to be actively involved in the Caldwell community. From volunteering as a young teenager, to working through the long hot August nights at one of our community service group booths during the Caldwell Night Rodeo, involvement with the community is something he has always enjoyed.Mayor Wagoner enjoys basketball, golf, hunting, and camping. Family is the most important thing to him, aside from his faith. He has been married to his wife Lisa for over 20 years and they have three sons Brycen, Braden, and Bryler.Mayor Wagoner was elected Mayor of Caldwell in November, 2021 and will serve a 4-year term, expiring in 2025.He is excited to continue partnering with the citizens, businesses, local agencies and organizations, and other elected officials, and he cannot wait to get to know the local community and all of the city employees better. He purposes to be a listening ear to all as we continue to move Caldwell forward together. Great things are in store for Caldwell!Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.