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Sunday, April 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Simplot Foundation announced plans to transform Simplot Hill into a new public park that will offer multiple recreation features—city officials said the makeover will create vibrant community spaces on a site that had lain dormant.  Idaho Press
  • Hundreds of community members took part in a polar plunge at Eagle Island State Park on Saturday to raise funds for the Special Olympics of Idaho—professional wrestlers and local police helped create a spirited event that supports athletes preparing for the state games in Nampa.  KIDO

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Walmart in Idaho, Washington and Utah will update its stores with fresh paint, new displays, and more shopping carts — and it will start a new payment plan with Klarna for paying in small parts. The chain will also open 150 new stores soon.  KIDO

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • As warmer weather draws many outdoors today in the Treasure Valley, homeowners are advised to inspect trees with balls of leaves since they may be dreys built by squirrels—not birds’ nests. Experts note that squirrels build dreys lower using many leaves while birds create nests higher with mostly twigs.  KIDO

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Kuna city council approved a new data center facility at a recent meeting, a move that may boost tech investment in the area—official details on the project remain pending.  Idaho Press
  • Conservative talk show host Charlie Kirk from Turning Point USA will visit Boise State on April 15th at noon as part of his Comeback America Tour. His planned Q&A session is expected to spark debate on campus+ he has drawn both supporters and critics during previous talks in Eagle and Nampa.  KIDO
  • Little signed a budget—meant to expand legal defense—for a new statewide public defense system that will offer legal aid to those in need, and officials say the program will begin next month.  Idaho Press

HEALTH NEWS

  • Blue Cross of Idaho said it will lay off 135 employees due to the loss of a dual-eligible contract+ the company aims to adjust its cost structure to match the new revenue levels.  Idaho Press

SPORTS NEWS

  • Boise State lost 79-69 to Nebraska in the College Basketball Crown semifinals on Saturday and finished the season at 26-11 — the second-most wins in program history. Tyson Degenhart led the team with 26 points in the game.  KBOI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Maribou State Live

    8-11:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful electronic sounds of the UK duo that are reshaping dance music.

    Mon, 4/7/25

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  • Restless Road Concert

    8:00-11:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — Ticket prices vary — Experience the harmonious sounds of the next big thing in country music.

    Tue, 4/8/25

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  • Never Come Down Live Performance

    7-11 p.m. — Neurolux — $19.98 — Enjoy a thrilling live performance by Never Come Down at the iconic Neurolux venue.

    Thu, 4/10/25

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  • Resurrection Music Festival

    7-11 p.m. — The Shredder — $10-15 — Experience an electrifying night of musical performances spanning pop punk, hip-hop, and electronic genres.

    Fri, 4/11/25

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  • Sangha Taiko Japanese Drumming - Hibiki

    2-3:30 p.m. — BSU Special Events Center — $5 discount parking available — Experience the mesmerizing rhythms of traditional Japanese drumming in an electrifying evening performance.

    Sat, 4/12/25

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  • The Dueling Piano Show

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Watson's Mystery Cafe — Two-item minimum purchase per person — Enjoy a night of interactive piano battles and non-stop entertainment.

    Sun, 4/13/25

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  • Mountain West VOAD Conference 2025

    April 14-17 — 9492 W Emerald St, Boise, ID — Free entry — Connect with VOAD organizations from the Mountain West region at this informative conference.

    Mon, 4/14/25

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  • Naruto: The Symphonic Experience

    2-11:30 p.m. — Morrison Center — Cost info not provided — Immerse yourself in the music of Naruto with a live orchestra while enjoying iconic scenes from the anime.

    Tue, 4/15/25

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  • Travel Smart, Pack Right

    10 AM – 2 PM — AAA Boise Service Center — Free entry — Gain tips from Travel Expert Anne McAlpin for effortless travel planning.

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • Cooper Alan Concert

    8:00 – 11:30 PM — Knitting Factory Boise — $35/east — Enjoy last-minute tickets to a live concert by rising star Cooper Alan.

    Thu, 4/17/25

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