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Fire danger increases to extreme designation at Idaho’s Celebration Park
Celebration Park, an archeological and recreational site located in Melba, begins its campfire ban today. (Courtesy of Canyon County Parks, Cultural and Natural Resources Department) Due to excessive heat and dangerous conditions, Canyon County officials increased the fire danger to extreme on Wednesday for Celebration Park and Martin Landing. Under...
Idaho’s Coolest Rodeo is in Nampa [photos]
It is July in the Gem State, which means summer vacations, triple-digit temperatures, and rodeos. Whether you're a native of the West or new to our area, rodeos are everywhere within the Mountain West. In a world of digital this and TikTok, it's inspiring to see so many young and old Idahoans championing the Western lifestyle.
Snake River Stampede gets rolling in Nampa
NAMPA — When Michael and Cyndi Hayes moved to the Boise area from southern California, they went to the Snake River Stampede Rodeo in Canyon County. Five years later, and it’s an annual tradition for the couple. “We loved it. Very patriotic, God first. Just a different type of fun that we hadn’t experienced before, being in California,” Michael Hayes said while standing in the Ford Idaho Center outdoor concourse...
Union School will not become Nampa bus lot following community criticism
NAMPA — Around 50 neighbors came united to this week's school board meeting, speaking in opposition to the Nampa School District’s plans to repurpose Union High for school buses. Last month, the NSD moved forward with a new bus contractor, First Student, instead of renewing a contract with Brown Bus Company which has served the district for 64 years. The NSD board’s vote was largely decided by the lack of clear information provided by Brown Bus regarding the nearly $7 million contract. ...
Cleo’s Ferry Museum and Nature Trail
Outside Melba, Idaho is a wondrous place called Cleo’s Ferry Museum and Nature Trail. It is a one-mile walk, mostly on cement paths, where you can see birdhouses, peacocks, animal sculptures, bronzes, etc., while enjoying being very close to the Snake River/Walter’s Ferry. There are preserved 1860’s ferry service buildings and a remarkable eclectic collection of outside art. Named after Dr. Samuel Swayne and his wife, Cleo, this easy walk is peaceful and tranquil. You can feed the peacocks and often come upon mule deer. Located just off Highway 45. If heading south, take a left down the hill to the right of the Phillips 66 service station, then down a gravel road to a large parking lot. Don’t cross the river! Look for Dan’s Ferry signs.
Nampa residents protest plan for suburban bus depot
Noise, fumes, traffic and accidents. Residents of a suburban Nampa neighborhood fear these problems are headed their way if the school district moves forward with plans for a bus depot in the area. On Tuesday, dozens of neighbors attended the Nampa school board’s regular meeting to protest, after news broke...
Treasure Valley evictions are on the rise, but rent aid is working to keep Idahoans in their homes
More residents living in the Treasure Valley are struggling to pay their rent, according to a new report from Jesse Tree, a Boise-based nonprofit. In the annual “Treasure Valley Eviction Report,” Jesse Tree shows eviction filings in 2023 increased by 89% in Ada and Canyon counties from 2022. Rising rent, cost of living, stagnant wages […] The post Treasure Valley evictions are on the rise, but rent aid is working to keep Idahoans in their homes appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
‘Early-childhood education is the foundation upon which all future learning is built’
Robert Sanchez is the new executive director for the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children. He was born in raise in Nampa, traveled the world in the military and has returned to Idaho to help improve opportunities for all children. Read his profile. Here are his thoughts on...
Faces of Hope reopens in downtown Boise to serve abuse victims more effectively
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Faces of Hope provides services to men, women, and children in abusive situations. After being evicted from their previous building in January, Faces of Hope has been operating through their Meridian location. It was difficult for victims in the Boise area and farther away to...
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