Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
Good morning, Boise.
A fire broke out early Tuesday at Nampa Municipal Airport, damaging two hangars when it started at Building 510 and was contained by 8:18 a.m.—no injuries occurred and officials are investigating the cause.
Reality TV star Nic from Love Island will perform as part of his DJ tour at Treefort Music Hall on March 7.
Fans are urged to secure tickets early (and his partner Olandria may join) for an exciting evening.
This weekend, Boise hosts Disney Night at Indian Creek Plaza with themed skating and free skate rentals, a Polar Bear Challenge at Spring Shores Marina at 11 a.m. benefiting Make-A-Wish, Boise State men’s basketball at ExtraMile Arena at 7 p.m., and Tim Allen’s stand-up show at the Morrison Center.
The Bown House, built in 1879, has been preserved on Riverside Elementary School's campus in Southeast Boise and now serves as a museum where local students and visitors learn about the city’s frontier past.
Public tours are offered regularly by community volunteers and the Boise School District.
Caldwell Police and Vallivue School District said there is no sign that a school locker room was under surveillance or that any staff member was terminated — officials stressed that the social media rumor was false.
Parents and school leaders confirmed that no cameras were installed.
Micron is building two new fabs and expanding its local apprenticeship program that lets students earn an associate degree while working full time.
The program graduated its first cohort last year and will start a new group next month to support the company’s growth in tech.
On Jan. 3, 2026, an ice fisher at Island Park Reservoir caught a 5-inch Yellow Perch that is not native to the water—Idaho Fish and Game confirmed the fish was illegally stocked and urged anglers to harvest any Yellow Perch to protect native trout.
In December, following repeated welfare check requests before a 12-day-old newborn died in Nampa, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare defended its response by stating case workers followed protocol for a priority III case.
Leaders said they will review procedures for potential improvements.
ITD will close eastbound I-84 from Garrity (Exit 38) to Ten Mile (Exit 42) from Friday, Jan.
16 at 10 p.m. until Monday, Jan. 19 at 5 a.m. for flyover ramp installation; nightly lane restrictions will continue through March.
Utah has launched an AI program to manage prescriptions for rural patients, and Idaho officials are exploring similar technology to improve access to care.
The effort comes as the state faces rapid growth and a shortage of doctors.
Yesterday, the Ada County Coroner's Office installed a state-of-the-art Postmortem CT scanner donated by St. Luke's Medical Center to improve determining causes of death and reduce invasive procedures.
The new technology boosts efficiency and enhances technical capabilities in Boise.
State health officials said influenza is reclaiming its spot among respiratory illnesses as flu season peaks in Idaho and nationally; cases are on the rise and residents should stay alert to any symptoms.
Max & Louie's Cafe opened at 175 E.
35th Street in Garden City to offer brunch and lunch for local foodies. The restaurant fills a long-awaited culinary gap as Garden City continues its dining expansion.
The Flying Pickle will open its new Nampa indoor pickleball center on Feb.
28, offering 18 courts, tournaments, lessons and open play days for members + nonmembers.
Trivia Night at Hap Hap Lounge
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge with some fun trivia every Tuesday night.
The Mystics Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — Ticketed event — Experience classic rock hits from the ’60s to today with Boise's longest-running band.
The Stone Popes Concert
8-11:45 p.m. — The Duck Club — $13.32 — Experience the blend of emo and post-hardcore with The Stone Popes live in Boise.
Kpop and Jpop Random Dance Party
1:30–4:00 p.m. — Boise Towne Square — Free entry — Enjoy the energy of Kpop and Jpop dances with performances and exciting prizes.
Winter Peekaboo Penguin Family Day
1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — All ages welcome — Explore creativity with guided painting and family-friendly snacks in a fun, screen-free environment.
Open House at Boise Natural Health Clinic
Join the physicians at BNHC for an Open House! Stop by to meet our doctors and learn about what naturopathic medicine can do for you and receive a discount on your first visit.
Tater Patch Album Release Party
7:30-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $19.98 — Celebrate with Boise's own Tater Patch as they release their new album.
Blood Drive
12-6 p.m. — West Boise YMCA and Boise City Aquatic Center — Donation encouraged — Participate in life-saving efforts by giving blood.
Weekly Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge with trivia at this popular Boise venue.
DJ Simulator: A Vinyl Open Decks Night
7-10 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Spin some records and enjoy a night of vinyl vibes with local DJs Ann Tique & Jett Setter.
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