The Treasure Valley offered an abundance of news and headlines in 2024, ranging from ongoing shifts in state politics, yet another new police chief in Boise, a devastating wildfire season, a young woman from Caldwell performing on the world’s stage, school district turmoil, and multiple stories that catapulted Idaho and the region into the national spotlight.
Here are some of the most important, impactful and standout events that captivated the news over the last year.
NAMPA
There never seems to be a slow news day in Nampa. The state’s third-biggest city — one of continually growing population and influence — is rife with significant news on a regular basis, from the tragic to the obscure. Here are some memorable moments from the past year:
CANYON COUNTY’S FIRST PRIDE FESTIVAL PUTS CITY LEADERS UNDER SPOTLIGHT
Canyon County’s first-ever Pride Festival was held without any hitches — but the lead-up to the event created some tension.
Some residents asked for the event to be canceled, and though it was not, Nampa’s mayor issued statements that caused a stir in the community and brought extra attention to the event.