Fry chain goes drive-thru: Boise Fry Co. will open its seventh location in Caldwell by the end of August as its first drive-thru, pairing its organic-sourced fries and in-house burgers with monthly nonprofit fundraisers — find out what’s cooking.
ACHD scores historic grant: The Ada County Highway District was awarded an $18.4 million federal grant—the largest in its history—to upgrade five miles of road across Allumbaugh, Franklin, Irving, Phillippi and Malad streets with new pavement, sidewalks, speed bumps and ADA-compliant ramps near schools and parks — find out what’s planned.
Square dance’s new generation: In Boise’s El Korah Shrine, caller Ava Honey and Idyl Time draw families and newcomers onto the floor, passing the torch from longtime caller Dorothy Shue to keep old-time square dancing alive — find out how.
Quilts wrap forgotten heroes: Volunteers from Canyon County Quilts of Valor visited the Idaho State Veterans Home on Tuesday to honor eight Korean War veterans with handmade quilts symbolizing gratitude, honor, and healing — find out why.
Idaho’s population surge persists: Despite record-low birth rates, Idaho is poised to outpace national growth—projected to reach 2.4 million by 2034—as in-migration and a booming senior cohort reshape the state — find out what’s fueling this trend.
Other Boise headlines this week
- Longtime Boise radio icon celebrates 48-year career
- Boise eateries, Eagle newcomer earn wine honors
- St. Luke’s opens football-field-sized Meridian center
- Longtime Boise dealership sold to multi-state group
- New downtown Boise YMCA seeks community support
- Mediation begins for State Street shelter move
