Just now seeing this Joe, sorry for a late response!
These newts are in fact from Idaho, i have talked with the seller who is conducting research on Idaho populations of these newts with his University. These animals were collected as eggs.
As for variation, there is a bit. Mountain populations don't uncommonly exhibit ventral dark patches, or so I've heard, and abberant individuals have also been found. Some localities also have dorsal dark patches, though i am not sure how common that is. Head shape, size, and toxicity all vary depending on location. I read (though i can remember where) that southern populations are usually larger than northern. Also, northern Oregon populations are apparently the most toxic.
Really excited to see how these do for you Joe!