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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Idaho’s Gebert-Arbaugh Polar Bear Challenge set a record yesterday when 527 people signed up and 1,300 attended, raising $127,785 for wish-granting efforts in Boise—marking its biggest year yet. KBOI
- ➤ A ribbon cutting on State Street Thursday welcomed the new chapter for the Interfaith Sanctuary in Boise — a small community shelter rooted in faith — with 100 attendees showing support with smiles and hugs. The event marks a hopeful step forward for local services. Idaho Press
- ➤ The City of Boise will host events to mark America's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with arts, culture, storytelling + civic gatherings leading up to the Fourth of July celebration. The series kicks off with a staged reading at JUMP on Feb. 5. KBOI
- ➤ Women of Idaho will host a march on Saturday, Jan. 17 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on the steps of the State Capitol to showcase the theme 'Feminist Power is People Power' with speeches from community leaders (sponsored by SW Idaho NOW). KBOI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Dunkin’ franchise group is actively searching for sites to open the chain’s first Idaho location in Boise. Broker JP Green said he will share further updates + details when available. KIDO
- ➤ Curbside Books is a new mobile bookstore built from a 1980s tram that debuts Saturday in Boise and will visit local events, offering readers a fun way to start their New Year reading. The unique shop also welcomes families looking for fresh book finds. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zoo Boise will host a Paint & Pinot event on Thursday, Jan. 22 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. where guests can paint, sip adult beverages, and enjoy viewing animals + mingle with friends. KIDO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows Idahoans now pay more for foods as prices have risen 22% for sirloin steak, 21% for cheddar, 18% for cookies, 15% for ground beef + 7% for ice cream compared with last year, causing higher grocery bills. KIDO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Boise School District superintendent Lisa Roberts announced she will retire at the end of June. The district will begin planning a new leadership transition after years of service + steady community support. Idaho Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Fish and Game will remove a group of California bighorn sheep from Reynolds Creek, Unit 40, this winter in response to a pneumonia outbreak that causes high mortality rates; any salvageable animals will be processed for local distribution. KBOI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A working group in the Legislature presents its recommendations today to address Idaho’s severe physician shortage; the plan calls for 1,400 new WWAMI seats, expanded rural training, & up to $1.6 million in funds to boost medical education. KBOI
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Blood Drive
12-6 p.m. — West Boise YMCA and Boise City Aquatic Center — Donation encouraged — Participate in life-saving efforts by giving blood.
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Weekly Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge with trivia at this popular Boise venue.
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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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Music Bingo Night
7-11 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — $5 reserve fee ($30 for table) — Enjoy a night of high-energy music and bingo with prizes and great vibes.
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Jocelyn Guntar Presents: Hap Hap Ultra
10 PM – 2 AM — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience a night of live music with Jocelyn Guntar and friends at the vibrant Hap Hap Ultra.
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Heaters Only
9 p.m.–2 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with JBOUNDS, TÉO, LEGZ, DEEVEAUX, TEN.17, and KANDERS.
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