Solar-powered learning at Whittier Elementary: Boise’s Whittier Elementary completed a 340-panel system that will offset 53% of its power, offers real-time data to power clean-energy lessons, and pays for itself in 12 years — find out how it benefits students and the grid.
Boise VA campus revamp: The VA is channeling part of its $800 million maintenance boost into expanding the ER, updating imaging labs, overhauling HVAC and more at Boise’s veterans center — find out what’s planned.
Pups on the Bark Bus: Launched in mid-August, Boise’s Hike Doggie picks up dogs in a custom “zen den” van for 5- to 7-mile Foothills hikes with water, treats and a post-trek hose-down at $100 per pup — find out how.
Breaking stigma through mentorship: Boise State student-athletes are partnering with Treasure Valley high schoolers in the Bronco Bold program to spark open conversations about mental health and build lasting support systems, all leading up to a community-wide Chalk the Walk on September 8 — find out how they’re making a difference.
Other Boise headlines this week
- Vandal Block Party returned Wednesday in Boise
- Boise police warn parents of child-injury scam
- Alturas consolidates workforce into former Intuit campus
- Boise-based foundation supports wildland firefighters
- Boise preschoolers embrace outdoor learning year-round
