Crapo Statement on the Death of Stephen Hartgen

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) released the following statement on the news that former Idaho state legislator and Twin Falls Times-News editor and publisher, Stephen Hartgen, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021: 

“Steve Hartgen was a friend and an admired leader to many in Idaho.  From his public service to his storied tenure as editor and publisher of the Times-News, he dedicated his work to the issues most important to our state and to keeping his neighbors informed and their needs heard.  Steve’s commitment to his community of Twin Falls was unwavering.  He will surely be missed.  I offer my sincerest condolences to his wife, Linda, their five children, and the rest of his family and loved ones.” 

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