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Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A fireworks show injured a child at the Potato Drop on New Year's Eve, and city officials are reviewing safety measures along with a possible relocation + organizer Dylan Cline made harsh remarks about local leadership. KIDO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A planning permit was filed today to convert the former Sterling Urgent Care on Broadway into a fast-casual restaurant near BSU; the concept focuses on made-to-order chicken wings and fries with most sales expected from take-out and delivery (details remain in early planning stages). KIDO
- ➤ Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is set to bring three new locations to the Treasure Valley, with the first opening at East Eagle Marketplace near Chick-Fil-A possibly as early as May or June. A second site in Nampa and a third in Meridian will follow later, with the Meridian location slated for 2027. KIDO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Supreme Court upheld the private education tax credit on Thursday, ruling it does not violate the rule that public schools be funded. The decision was unanimous, and the credit—passed last year under House Bill 93—covers tuition, books and other school costs. Local News 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central District Health is investigating nine cases of illness from unpasteurized milk linked to a Caldwell dairy that hospitalized several Ada County children. Idaho Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pro Skijor Frontier Tour — a new winter sport event — debuts at Ford Idaho Center today and Saturday, offering local visitors a chance to experience skijoring for the first time. Idaho Press
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival
11 AM – 2 PM — The Egyptian Theatre — Ticketed Event — Celebrate environmental action through curated films and local stories at this fundraising fest.
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Dark Star Orchestra
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — Enjoy a memorable tribute to the legendary Grateful Dead with expert musicianship and detail.
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Boise State Broncos vs. UNLV Rebels
8-11 p.m. — ExtraMile Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Boise State Men's Basketball Team take on UNLV in a thrilling matchup.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
4:30 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a romantic evening of classic hits by Queen and ABBA illuminated by candlelight.
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Sunday Jazz with Alex Snydman Jazz Trio
6-9 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with the Alex Snydman Jazz Trio.
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VIP-50 Systems Workshop: Master Real Estate Referrals
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Pioneer Title Co. — Check website for pricing — Learn to leverage your top 50 relationships for consistent real estate success through proven referral strategies.
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Sam Steffen Live
8-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $13.10 — Experience the powerful and expressive songs of Sam Steffen live in Boise.
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Evolve Audio: Editions
9 PM – 1 AM — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience an energetic night with local DJs Alex Sacknoff, Stoic Selectah, Hans Cholo, Tony Caprai, and Soul Velocity.
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This Is How We R&B: Valentine's Edition
9 PM - 12 AM — Treefort Music Hall — Free entry — Experience a stylish evening where R&B meets elegance in Boise.
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A Wilhelm Scream Live
7-10 p.m. — Neurolux — $26.20 — Experience the energetic melodic hardcore sounds of A Wilhelm Scream with guests Death By Stereo.
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