STAR, Idaho — The proposed Moyle Junction development sits between North Moyle Avenue and North Plummer Road along State Street, less than half a mile from the future Highway 16 and 44 interchange. The plan calls for retail, restaurant, office, and medical spaces to serve Star’s growing population. The land is already designated as commercial under Star’s comprehensive plan.
Dan McGetrick, owner of the Milled Olive in Star, said he first learned about the project through a public hearing notice mailed to the area. He said the development could help position Star as a destination for shopping and services that neighbors currently have to travel elsewhere to find — particularly medical care.
“Bringing in some medical businesses in there, which I think our area needs because right now we pretty much have to travel out of the area for a lot of medical issues. I think that’ll be a plus for the city and the residents,” McGetrick said.
He said the mix of businesses — including insurance brokers and similar services — also fills a gap in what Star currently offers…