Debbie Skaug Has Stepped forward to serve as a Nampa City Council member and is a candidate for district 1. She has dedicated her life to others as past Chair of the Canyon County Planning and Zoning Commission, Meals on Wheels volunteer for seven years, Love Inc. Volunteer for 12 years, God and Country festival board member, School Volunteer, and women's Bible study teacher. She is a faithful wife of 39 years, mother of six children, and grandmother of 12.

Debbie raised her family in Nampa and is grateful that it has always been a good city for her family. Now, she seeks to serve and keep Nampa a great place to live, work, play and worship.

With her experience in planning and zoning, and being involved in the lives of those who need a helping hand, Debbie will help guide Nampa's future, understanding the needs of the people of Nampa. because she is one of Nampa's people.

She is practical in understanding the importance of public safety with quality police, firefighters, and infrastructure, balanced with the need for limited taxation and user fees.

Debbie's conservative roots started as the youngest of nine children raised on a remote wheat farm in south central Idaho. She met and married her husband when they were students at the University of Idaho and she helped him succeed in his work as an employer. her beliefs are grounded in traditional Christian faith and life experience in hard times and good times.

Debbie will not give ground to the "woke" agenda, the marijuana drug agenda, or the tax and spend crowd. she is a firm fiscal and social conservative in belief and life 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.

About Dennis Mansfield

For 34 years, Dennis and his wife, Susan, have proudly called the Treasure Valley their home, a decade plus have been in Garden City. Deeply rooted in the community, Dennis has devoted his life to service, leadership, and helping others find hope and healing.

Dennis’s career has been both diverse and impactful - spanning small business ownership, nonprofit leadership, healthcare administration, authorship, and professional coaching. He founded New Hope Community Health in 2005, inspired by his family’s personal struggle with addiction. Under his leadership as CEO, New Hope provided safe treatment and shelter to thousands of Idahoans seeking recovery. The tragic loss of his oldest son, Nate, in 2009 deepened Dennis’s commitment to lifting up families touched by addiction. His memoir, Beautiful Nate, stands as a testament to love, resilience, and the power of faith.

In 2010, Dennis launched Mansfield Consulting, guiding Idaho businesses and organizations - including Simplot, The Pacific Companies, and Flagship/Insignia Foods - through strategic growth, professional development, and leadership training. Today, as a trusted business coach, he continues to equip leaders and small business owners across the state to thrive.

Dennis’s dedication to service extends beyond business. With experience in legislative advocacy at the city, county, state, and federal levels, he understands how to build consensus, solve problems, and get results. His unique blend of compassion and executive experience makes him exceptionally well-prepared to serve on the Garden City Council.

Family and community remain at the heart of Dennis’s life. Susan is a retired teacher who served West Ada and area schools for over 20 years. She currently volunteers at Garden City Hall as a teaching leader for the Fit and Fall Proof program for seniors. Their son Colin, a West Point graduate, served as a captain in the U.S. Army, while their son-in-law serves in both the military and law enforcement. Dennis and Susan are blessed with six grandchildren - Cole, Amelia, Dax, Eleanor, Rosemary, and Murdoch - who inspire him daily to work toward a stronger, safer, and more vibrant future for Garden City.

An accomplished author of many books, Dennis also finds joy in simple pleasures - riding his bike along the Greenbelt, taking long walks with Susan, and cherishing time with family.

Dennis Mansfield is running for Garden City Council to bring proven leadership, a compassionate heart, and a vision for a community where families, businesses, and neighborhoods can thrive.

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.

Eagle is my home, and I want to make sure it remains one of the best places to live in Idaho. With decades of public service and legislative experience, I’m ready to listen, lead, and fight for our community’s future.

-Robert Gillis

My name is Robert Gillis. I am 54 years old, and I’ve been married to my wife and best friend for sixteen outstanding years. Together, we are raising three incredible children—two currently attending Boise State University and one beginning her journey as a freshman at Eagle High School. Our family is deeply rooted in this community, and we truly love calling Eagle our home.

Service has always been at the heart of who I am. I currently serve as President of Idaho Tough on Crime, where I work alongside state legislators and law enforcement professionals on law-and-order legislation. I am also a Board Member with CrimeStoppers of Idaho and a peer support team member for Courageous Survival, an organization that connects first responders, military veterans, and their families with vital mental health resources.

Before stepping into these roles, I dedicated over twenty-five years to a career in law enforcement, following more than five years in emergency medical services. While my law enforcement career has come to a close, my commitment to service has not.

I remain dedicated to giving back, staying involved, and helping to lead with integrity and heart. Eagle is our home, and I am committed to working to ensure it remains one of the best places in Idaho for families to live, work, and thrive.

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.

Nancy Merrill is a lifelong Idahoan, former Mayor of Eagle, and past Director of Idaho State Parks and Recreation. With decades of proven leadership and a deep commitment to family and community, Nancy is running for City Council to ensure Eagle grows responsibly, stays safe, and remains a place where families and businesses thrive.

Nancy Merrill is a lifelong Idahoan with deep roots in our community. Born and raised in Boise, she graduated from Boise High School before attending Boise Junior College and Brigham Young University. In 1967, she married her husband Galan, and together they have built a beautiful life in Idaho. They have been married for 47 years, blessed with four children and fifteen wonderful grandchildren.

Dedicated Public Servant

Nancy began her public service in 1995 on the Eagle Planning and Zoning Commission. Her dedication and leadership soon led to a seat on the Eagle City Council and eventually the honor of serving as Mayor of Eagle. For 17 years, she worked tirelessly to guide Eagle’s growth, strengthen its community, and preserve the quality of life that makes our city special.

In 2009, Nancy was appointed Director of Idaho State Parks and Recreation, where she served for five years. In this role, she managed 30 state parks across the state and oversaw programs for more than 300,000 registered users of off‑highway vehicles, snowmobiles, and boats. Her leadership ensured that Idaho’s parks and recreation system remained vibrant, well‑managed, and accessible to families statewide.

Family & Community Life

Family is at the heart of everything Nancy does. She and Galan love spending time with their children and grandchildren, often gathering at their cabin in Cascade. Nancy also enjoys walking the sandy shores of the Oregon Coast and visiting Idaho’s many parks — places she worked so hard to protect and promote.

A proud supporter of her grandson’s Eagle High School baseball team, Nancy rarely misses an opportunity to cheer from the stands. She also has a passion for civic life, whether it’s supporting candidates, engaging in legislative sessions at the Statehouse, or mentoring others to help them succeed in their own dreams.

A Leader Who Listens

Nancy Merrill has spent her career building trust, solving problems, and putting people first. With a proven track record of leadership and a heart for service, she remains committed to ensuring Eagle continues to be a place where families thrive, businesses grow, and community values are preserved.

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.

Molly Lenty might be new to Garden City’s municipal ballot, but she’s been before voters before.

Lenty, currently serving her second term as a College of Western Idaho trustee, threw her hat in the ring for the open seat for Garden City’s mayor in November. The seat is open for the first time after Mayor John Evans, who served five terms in the seat, opted not to seek a sixth.

Lenty is running against current Garden City City Council Member Bill Jacobs as well as Teresa Roundy.

If elected, Lenty said she’d want to focus on strategic planning for Garden City initiatives to write a new comprehensive plan and consider how the landlocked city should plan for future projects as the Treasure Valley continues to boom.

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.

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.

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.

A Proven Conservative Leader for West Ada Schools

Angie Redford has proudly called West Boise home for more than 10 years. As a wife, mother, and longtime community volunteer, Angie knows firsthand the importance of strong schools for our families and community.

Elected to the West Ada School Board, Angie quickly became known as a steady, principled voice who works hard to ensure our schools reflect the values of Ada County families. She has built a record of:

• Fiscal responsibility – protecting taxpayer dollars and ensuring resources go directly to the classroom.
• CTE Expansion- Partnering with local businesses to connect students with internships and apprenticeships, and expanding course offerings.
• Safe schools – prioritizing student safety and student support with common-sense policies.
• Academic excellence – keeping the focus on strong fundamentals, preparing students for success in life.
• Parental involvement – standing up for parents’ rights and ensuring families always have a voice in education.

As West Ada experiences record growth, Angie has worked to make sure our district can meet the challenges of tomorrow; without losing sight of what matters most today: students, parents, and teachers.

Angie’s leadership has earned her the trust of families across Meridian and Ada County because she leads with integrity, listens to concerns, and takes action.

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.