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Melissa Davlin

@davlin.bsky.social
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Host, lead producer, Idaho Reports. President, Idaho Press Club. Uncool mom. Slow runner. ⚾🏀🏒

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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 28/07/2026
based on latest satellite detections, I’m showing roughy 70 miles of *active* fire perimeter on the Big Grass Fire #IdahoFire That’s 70 miles in one of the most remote and inhospitable highlands and canyon-lands in the country. We simply do not have resources to stop this fire
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Attention: I have seen The Odyssey and I have thoughts.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Respectfully to my friends in the WHCA..... I have never understood inviting any president, but especially if they actively insult your members.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Heckuva day to find out Josiah shoved multiple colored pencils into the air filter.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Here is just one of the things I've been working on these past few months. Director Adam McCoy and I are proud of pulling this off on such a compressed deadline. Airing July 30th: www.pbs.org/video/previe...
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Idaho Experience | Preview of "Preserving Our American Memories" | Season 9 | Episode 5
Idaho Experience explores what makes an object an artifact through exhibits like the Merci Train.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
I am on the downswing of one of the most intensely stressful work seasons of my whole entire life, so if any of my friends are reading this, thank you for dealing with my prolonged periods of stress/radio silence/whatever this has been. Hopefully in August I will be slightly normal again.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Oh hey guys.
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Idaho Capital Sun @idahocapitalsun.com · 10/02/2026
For four hours, hundreds of people were detained — without food, or consistent access to water, bathrooms or medical treatment, including a man who was bleeding from his head after an officer allegedly struck him with a rifle, the lawsuit claims.
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In southwest Idaho FBI raid, officials zip-tiped teens and used aggressive force, lawsuit alleges • Idaho Capital Sun
A lawsuit by ACLU of Idaho alleges law enforcement used aggressive tactics and unjustly detained hundreds of people, including children.
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#1 Lifelong Houston Cougs Fan Brandi 😾 @itsthebrandi.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
*Runs in * There is genuine French biathlon drama! www.threads.com/@aldokt/post...
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Winter Olympics 2026
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I’m sorry, the shooting/skiing relay has just finished and the I think the commentator said that the woman that crossed the line for gold had been shunned for years by her team mates as she STOLE ONE OF THEIR CREDIT CARDS AND SPENT THEIR MONEY. Come on- there’s a Netflix in that surely?? Do I need to make the calls myself??booooouuuuuuuuuuuuuh
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Julia Simon was accused last year by her teammate Justine Braisaz Bouchet (and other staff members) of stealing their credit card
During pre-season, there was the trial and Simon confessed
Because of that, she was suspended for the first few races of the biathlon season
Also, another athlete was taken out of the season for tampering with a team mate rifle
So yeah, I can't imagine the atmosphere in the french team right now 😬
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The Onion @theonion.com · 09/02/2026
Drunken Seahawks Fans Climbing Space Needle
Drunken Seahawks Fans Climbing Space Needle
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
It's so rare that I team I cheer for wins, so this is nice.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Democracy, darkness, etc. Thanks a lot, Bezos.
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Lizzie O'Leary @lizzieohreally.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
There’s a lot to despair about in journalism lately. But the rise of visual forensics in newsrooms is fantastic.
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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 25/01/2026
Federal agents in Minneapolis wrestled Alex Pretti to the ground and secured the handgun he was carrying moments before shooting him multiple times, according to a Washington Post analysis of video footage. Read more: wapo.st/4qGOx8M
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Bellingcat @bellingcat.com · 24/01/2026
Federal law enforcement agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis on Jan. 24 according to local police officials. DHS told Fox News that the man was “armed with a gun”. A video of the shooting appears to show that a gun was taken from the man before the first shot was fired. x.com/BillMelugin_...
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Declaring myself the founding president of Producers, Editors, and Newsroom Leaders Against Acronyms (PENLAA).
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
I sure do miss JoAnn Fabrics.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
If an editor in chief turns down multiple opportunities to review a piece, and then pulls it at the last minute after their newsroom has promoted it, she's a bad manager. That's not failing to avoid drama in her own newsroom, as Sally's piece puts it. It's awful for the entire institution.
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Idaho Capital Sun @idahocapitalsun.com · 23/08/2025
Idaho has significantly reformed its public defense system since 2022. Now, the state Supreme Court will weigh whether the changes are enough to show the state is meeting its constitutional obligation to provide adequate representation or if it’s too soon to decide. #idleg #idpol
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Idaho Supreme Court weighs arguments in state public defense system case • Idaho Capital Sun
The Idaho Supreme Court heard arguments Friday on whether Idaho's new public defense system meets constitutional requirements.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
Some late breaking news on a Friday: IDHW has informed Medicaid providers it will reduce reimbursement rates by 4% starting Sept. 1: blog.idahoreports.idahoptv.org/2025/08/22/i... #idleg #idaho #Medicaid
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IDHW reducing Medicaid provider rates by 4% - Idaho Reports
By Melissa Davlin, Idaho Reports The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has notified Medicaid providers that the state will reduce reimbursement rates by 4%, effective Sept. 1.  The reductions wil...
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Audrey Dutton @audreydutton.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Here's the PHD alert: health.dhw.idaho.gov/IDHAN/Form/M...
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Idaho Health Alert Network (HAN)- Health Message Details
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Audrey Dutton @audreydutton.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Measles is showing up in wastewater for Coeur d'Alene. There's been no reported measles case in Idaho. The public health department in North Idaho issued an alert about the wastewater detection on Friday evening, but I haven't seen any news stories yet. data.wastewaterscan.org/tracker?char...
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Ruth Brown @ruthbrownnews.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
The State Public Defender’s Office has adopted a policy on minimum qualifications to be a capital qualified death penalty attorney, after a change in state law may increase the number of death penalty cases in Idaho. #idpol blog.idahoreports.idahoptv.org/2025/07/30/s...
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State Public Defense adopts policy on capital defense guidelines  - Idaho Reports
By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports   The Idaho State Public Defender’s Office has adopted a policy on minimum qualifications to be a capital qualified death penalty attorney, after a change in state law may...
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Audrey Dutton @audreydutton.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
I talked to Cody Funke yesterday to make sure he understood our story would say he made mistakes. He reacted by chuckling and saying, yeah, figured as much but it needs to be told. Funke was super cooperative as we reported this story. He doesn't want to see this happen with another new coroner.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
!!! Those "Pay Us What You Owe Us" shirts! #WNBA I'm so ready for this game. Team Collier, baby.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
In other important news: It's WNBA All Star weekend, and I am Team Collier. (Even before CC was out on the IL. I hope she heals up quickly.)
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Pals! I've received several kind messages over the last 24 hours about the rescission package. Thank you. As far as what this means for IdahoPTV specifically, we're in a wait-and-see situation. I'm going to keep trucking. I have lots of work to do for this 4th grade Idaho history series. (1/2)
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Idaho Reports is on hiatus for the summer. The team is working on other IdahoPTV projects, including productions for Outdoor Idaho, Idaho Experience, and America250. Stay tuned for more info! In related news, I met this very nice cat on a shoot this morning. I also saw a hummingbird.
A photo of a cat resting in the shade.
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Kai Ryssdal @kairyssdal.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
RT=Endorsement
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Kyle Pfannenstiel @pfannyyy.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Early estimates show around 40,000 Idahoans could lose Medicaid coverage under the sweeping budget reconciliation bill passed Thursday by Congress. By my coworker Laura Guido.
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Thousands of Idahoans could lose healthcare coverage under federal spending bill • Idaho Capital Sun
Thousands of Idaho residents could lose health care coverage under the budget bill approved by Congress and supported by Idaho's congressmen.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
National news pronounce Goncalves correctly challenge
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
I'd like to speak to the manager. theonion.com/it-only-tues...
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It Only Tuesday
WASHINGTON, DC—After running a thousand errands, working hours of overtime, and being stuck in seemingly endless gridlock traffic commuting to and from their jobs, millions of Americans were dishearte...
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 01/07/2025
Quick update 🧵 for the Nettleton Gulch Fire before my off-grid week Better mapping puts fire at 38 acres, no recent growth, no significant heat on satellite. There's a handline around the fire. No containment yet, but given wx & resources, this fire is effectively done. #IdahoFire #FireAmbush
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Alex Brizee @alexbrizee.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
NEW: Bryan Kohberger has accepted a plea deal, according to a letter sent to one of the victims' families. “This resolution is our sincere attempt to seek justice for your family," read the letter, signed by Prosecutor Bill Thompson.
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‘We’re beyond furious’: Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger accepts plea deal
“We are beyond furious at the state of Idaho. They have failed us,” the Goncalves family posted on its Facebook page.
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
Idiots are questioning the firefighter procession being organized quickly WTF This is standard op for a fallen firefighter transport. And even at the funeral home they will have an escort standing guard until buried. I know several people who have performed this solemn task #IdahoFire
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
With both Kohberger and the CDA shooting making news in a 24-hour span, if you are tempted to reduce these stories to "Idaho has crazies," please remember: -Kohberger wasn't from here. -All of the victims were Idahoans. -These statements negatively impact communities that are already hurting.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Excerpt from a statement from Rob Shoplock, president of Professional Firefighters of Idaho: "This tragedy is a painful reminder of the growing and unpredictable threats our members face. Despite that, our commitment is unshaken. (cont)
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Kaye Thornbrugh @kayethornbrugh.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
The Coeur d’Alene Press doesn’t have a print edition on Mondays. We made an exception today. I’m proud of the way my colleagues came together to create this paper last night and grateful to have the opportunity to serve our community in this way. Our coverage continues at cdapress.com.
A photo of the print edition of the Coeur d'Alene Press, dated Monday, June 30, 2025. It is a special print edition.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
I should get an award for restraint for the hot takes I'm not posting.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
The Red and Blue Foundation is a local Kootenai County organization that, among other things, provides mental health assistance for first responders. Link to donate: redbluefoundation.org/donations/
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Donations - Red and Blue Foundation
Your generous contributions allow us to support our first responders and their families as well as provide scholarships to the graduating seniors of first responders.
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
Here is that roughly estimated perimeter overlayed on 3D
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
I created two Nettleton Gulch Fire maps for you. #IdahoFire #FireAmbush Left: a *rough* perimeter estimate of the fire based on this morning's satellite pass and reported size Right: new expanded TFR, includes Hayden Lake and a large part of Coeur d'Alene Lake for 🚁/✈️ water access.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Great idea from @tseliott.bsky.social here. As @zebpalmer.com pointed out, the Wildland Firefighter Foundation is based out of Boise. If you want to turn your sorrow into something positive, consider donating.
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
I just want to celebrate the W expansion, but my heart is heavy after yesterday. I love you, Idaho.
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Poppy Divine @poppydivine.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
On the senate floor, asking for a moment of silence for N. Idaho ambush tragedy
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
There is a lot of undeveloped private land in the area, but it appears the fire is fully within USDA land, and unless it gets hit with high winds this afternoon I'm inclined to believe it will be held on USFS land.
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
the Nettleton Gulch fire (aka Canfield fire) is now at 26 acres, about 10 acre growth since last estimate. Does not appear the fire has left Nettleton Gulch. Expect to see air resources in the next hour or two. I don't expect this fire to threaten homes. #IdahoFire #FireAmbush
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
Ok now that the scene is secure, let's talk about the fire. A quick thread: Given the situation this is now (unofficially...) the number one priority in the nation. Whoever takes over this fire as IC will get whatever they ask for. 🧵 👇
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Zeb Palmer @zebpalmer.com · 30/06/2025
Folks, this news is hitting the Wildland Fire community *hard* Good time to hug a firefighter... #IdahoFire
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Melissa Davlin @davlin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Nice job on CNN, @alexdugganreports.bsky.social.
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