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Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capital City Public Market will open this weekend with local artisans, live entertainment, food vendors, and prize giveaways to launch its 2026 season. The event aims to offer an engaging local gathering for the community. Idaho Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zoo Boise has announced the Perkins Coie Giraffe Encounter is back, where guests can feed the giraffes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The $5 ticket supports conservation & animal care. KBOI
- ➤ Cirque Italia Water Circus will tour southern Idaho with a show in Idaho Falls starting April 24 and Twin Falls performances from May 1-4. The traveling water show featuring acrobats, trapeze artists and flame jugglers will later pass through Boise. KIDO
- ➤ Boise Airport celebrated its 100th anniversary today as officials announced plans for expansion and more nonstop flights while reporting that over 165,000 travelers passed through last month with nearly 238,000 more passengers from 2024 to 2025. KIDO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tonight's 'Beyond the Books' explores ballot measures that could impact local school districts; Linda Larsen interviews Devin Bodkin to explain the stakes involved. Local News 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Boise wraps flagpoles in Pride colors after a state law bans flying Pride flags on public property. Officials say the colorful change helps maintain community spirit + reflect local values. Idaho Press
- ➤ More than 300 Idaho Air National Guard members from the 124th Fighter Wing departed on March 29 to bolster U.S. Central Command operations in the Middle East as part of Operation Epic Fury - state officials praised their readiness, though a return date was not confirmed. Local News 8
- ➤ Nine-year-old Betty Grandy helped win support when Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 652 Tuesday morning to name hunting the official state sport; the law will take effect July 1. Local News 8
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Green Acres Food Truck Park is set to open on Friday, May 1 & will run through October. The venue near the Boise River will feature diverse food vendors and live music for a spring and summer season. KIDO
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JARV + RDGLDGRN with Damn Skippy
7-10 p.m. — Neurolux — Tickets starting at $28.88 — Experience a night of indie rock with JARV, RDGLDGRN, and Damn Skippy.
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Ghost Beach Final Show
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $13.10 — Experience the garage rock surf sounds of Ghost Beach in their farewell performance.
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Trivia Night at Hap Hap Lounge
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun atmosphere with friends at trivia!
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DJ Simulator: A Vinyl Open Decks Session
7:30-10 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience a night of vinyl tunes hosted by local DJs in an intimate lounge setting.
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Essenger Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Shredder — $19.65 — Sworn enemy of the genre police, Essenger takes over The Shredder with guest Echos.
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royhobbs & Friends at Hap Hap Lounge
9:30 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience a night of DJ sets featuring local talent in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Soot Presents: Hot Cues - An Open Invite to DJ
9 p.m. - 1 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music as local DJs take the stage in an open format session.
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The Magnificent DJ Xclusive
10 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an all-vinyl night with The Magnificent DJ Xclusive spinning the tunes.
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Mountain Madness Tournament
7 a.m. – 11 a.m. — Idaho Central Aquatic Center — Entry fee varies — Compete in the first annual Mountain Madness water polo tournament with a minimum of 4 games guaranteed.
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Off-Season Stories
5-7 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Explore captivating storytelling from local talents in a vibrant atmosphere.
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