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Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Boise musician Emilee Gomske, set to perform at Treefort Music Fest, was seriously injured in a rollover crash near Idaho Falls on Monday and now remains hospitalized with traumatic injuries while her local community rallies with a GoFundMe campaign. KBOI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Google Street View rolled through Boise in 2023 and 2024, snapping 15 photos of local scenes with faces blurred (to protect privacy). Residents are invited to check the gallery to see if they recognize familiar details or even themselves. KIDO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Department of Labor will host a job fair on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at the State of Idaho Chinden Campus (11351 W. Chinden Blvd) with employers including City of Boise and a hospital. It runs from 2 to 4:30 p.m. and counts as one work search for UI. KBOI
- ➤ Idaho lawmakers advanced an emergency bill to curb street rats in Boise that threaten public health + local agriculture amid rapid city growth. Legislators debate costs as some warn that quick action is needed to prevent further damage. KIDO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Recent storms brought fresh snow to Bogus Basin, Brundage Mountain, Tamarack, and Sun Valley, and with drier air and more sunshine expected, resorts are set for a busy weekend on the slopes. Forecasts show mostly sunny breaks and mixed clouds with daytime highs in the 20s and 30s. KBOI
- ➤ Boise coffee shops such as JavaHyde Perk Coffee House, Flying M Coffee House, and Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters offer warm, work-friendly spaces with seasonal treats including peppermint mochas this winter to help residents escape the cold and change their scenery. KIDO
- ➤ Every Tuesday, Big Al’s in the Village at Meridian offers $2 deals on bowling, shoes, sodas, beers, and snacks — drawing locals to enjoy active fun and quality family time. KIDO
- ➤ Boise events this weekend include Lion King at Morrison Center, a Cupid’s Undie Run at Tom Grainey’s, a Chili Cook-Off at Sockeye Brewing, a Boise State game at ExtraMile Arena at 2 p.m., and an 80s skate party at Treasure Valley Skate from 7 to 9:30 p.m. KIDO
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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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Hackfort Happy Hour
5-7 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of networking and fun for tech enthusiasts in Boise.
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Petty Fever - A Tom Petty Tribute Band
7-9:15 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — Sold Out — Experience an award-winning tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers featuring Frank Murray.
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Quarter-Striped Baby Quilt Workshop
10 AM – 4 PM — Boise Rigging Supply — $15.00 — Create a versatile quarter-striped baby quilt or wall hanging with striped fabric.
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Savor Idaho Wine Exhibition 2026
12-6 p.m. — Idaho Botanical Garden — Ticketed entry — Experience the finest wines and local cuisine of Idaho while enjoying live music.
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Pearl Django Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Sapphire Room — Sold Out — Experience the enduring allure of Pearl Django, a celebrated Hot Club style group with over 30 years of performance history.
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Neil Simon's Rumors
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Boise Little Theater — VIP tickets available — Experience Neil Simon's classic comedy with exclusive VIP packages for an enhanced evening.
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Sebastian Bach Concert
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic voice of Sebastian Bach live on stage.
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ZD30 Starting Line Run
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — 700 S CAPITOL BLVD Parking — Entry fee applies — Kick off the Zero Dark Thirty Run Series with a choice between 1 Mile, 5K, or 10K events.
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Comedyfort Open Mic Night: Ha Ha Hap Hap
7:00-8:15 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience a night of laughter with seasoned comedians and emerging talent at this entertaining open mic event.
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