Idaho state treasurer unveils ‘historic’ Spuddy Buddy mascots for America250
Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth reimagined the classic Idaho Spuddy Buddy mascot as "Spudjamin Franklin." (Photo courtesy of the Idaho State Treasurer's Office) As part of the countdown to next year’s America250 celebration, Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth is reinventing the Spuddy Buddy mascot as...
Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and a cool down
Southwest flow continues, leaving multiple rounds of afternoon and evening thunderstorms on tap. Most storms have remained along the higher terrain, but by today, storms may reach the valleys. Gusty outflow winds up to 50 mph, fire starts, and blowing dust are the primary concerns. Thursday will be the most...
One of Idaho’s Four Remaining JCPenney Locations Sold in HUGE Deal
2025’s been an ugly year for department stores in Idaho. Macy’s chose to pull out of the unusually thriving Silver Lake Mall in Coeur d’Alene. JCPenney closed their location at the soon-to-be reimagined Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck. Closer to home? I don’t think that any of us saw Kohl’s closing their location at...
Yes in God’s Backyard: Inside Boise’s Church-Led Affordable Housing Push
Faith-based land is fueling a new wave of affordable housing across the U.S.—and in Idaho, churches and nonprofits are leading the charge.
Boise Costco Shoppers in a Frenzy After Popular Item ‘Disappears’
Oh Costco, how we love thee! Is there a grocery store or wholesale warehouse anywhere in America that is as beloved as you!?. Whether it's for great deals or even controversial clothing dupes--the prices, the quality, the experience and yes, the food court, are unmatched anywhere in America. Our very...
Idaho Bills Limit New Bike Lanes, Sidewalks
Two new Idaho laws limit when and where cities in Ada County, which includes Boise, can build bike lanes and sidewalks, reports James Knight in Cycling West. “The new bills essentially say that bike lanes and pedestrian facilities can only be improved upon or added to a highway project if they provide a secondary...
‘Words fail in moments like this’: Plane crash victims’ family release statement
A cousin of the family who died on Sunday when a small plane crashed in Nampa released a statement this week addressing the tragedy.
“Fairview is Cursed;” Yet Another Boise Restaurant Closes For Good in Under a Year
“Fairview is cursed,” a user in the Boise Food Finds Facebook group exclaimed as news broke that another Boise restaurant closed after less than a year in business. And perhaps, he’s right about the specific building in question - 6566 W. Fairview Ave. For 17 years, the building was home to Los Mariachis. However,...
Special Showing of ‘Wicked’ Takes Over Idaho Waterpark This Week
It's summertime in the Treasure Valley and we're all looking for fun ways to cool off while the summer heat roasts above Boise. Whether it's hitting a movie theatre, staying in, or maybe even skipping town--there are lots of options. Perhaps one of the most fun and popular, however? Hitting our own local waterpark,...
TIYN: Jaialdi kicks off & Tuesdays on the Creek in Caldwell
TIYN: Jaialdi kicks off on the Basque Block; JUMP, Jam & Jive in Downtown Boise; and Tuesdays on the Creek in Caldwell
