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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reginald, a Great Dane from Idaho Falls, was named the tallest dog in the world by Guinness World Records. He stands 3-foot-3 tall on all fours—he also met the world’s smallest dog in a record-arranged event. KIDO
- ➤ Idaho's Largest Garage Sale will take place on Saturday, May 17th from 7 AM to 5 PM at the West Parking Lot of The Expo Idaho at 5610 Glenwood St.—special guest auctioneers Dan & Laura Dotson from Storage Wars are set to join the event. KIDO
- ➤ Boise Pride will launch Pride Season on June 6 with performers such as Cody Belew, Ariana & The Rose, and Corevette Collective—this event will mark the start of a new tradition celebrating queer joy and community belonging in the city. KBOI
- ➤ Eagle Saturday Market opened for the 2025 season and offers food, handmade goods + live music for locals to enjoy. The market started last Saturday and will stay open all summer for shoppers to explore outdoors. KIDO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scammers are targeting Idaho shoppers by sending fake emails and texts that claim additional tariff fees are due on deliveries and warn that victims never owe tariffs directly—if you receive a suspicious message, do not click the link and contact your carrier instead. KIDO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A May water supply outlook report from the NRCS explained that warm, dry conditions in April sped up snowmelt, which reduced streamflow forecasts in basins like Big Wood, Salmon Falls and Oakley while 47% of Idaho lands now face drought. The report noted that water supply remains stable in the Boise, Payette and Upper Snake basins — although concerns persist if dry conditions continue. KBOI
- ➤ A four-year logging and wildfire prevention project will soon begin in Boise National Forest near Bogus Basin—this effort is expected to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health. Idaho Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has launched a hiring initiative for 63 new positions to improve child welfare and support vulnerable families. The move follows Senate Bill 1208—signed by Governor Brad Little—that allocated $23 million to expand foster care and prevention services. KBOI
- ➤ The Idaho State Board of Education said the Boise State University president position is open for applications. The Search Committee will choose finalists for board interviews — then the board will pick the next president. KBOI
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Monster Jam
1 PM — Ford Idaho Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience high-octane thrills as top drivers and monster trucks compete in an adrenaline-fueled spectacular.
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Dinner Detective Phenomenon
6-9 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — $74.95 + taxes & fees — Experience a captivating murder mystery while enjoying a great dinner.
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Concert by The Moss
1 PM — Treefort Music Hall — $56 — Catch The Moss live and enjoy an energizing performance in Boise's vibrant music scene.
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2025 Idaho Small Business Contracting Symposium
7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Student Union Building — Free entry — Uncover government contracting opportunities and gain invaluable insights for your small business.
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Boise Provisors Open Mic Night
5:30-7:00 p.m. — Fiduciary Financial Group — Free entry — Engage with fellow professionals and discover the amazing work within the Provisors network.
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Concert by The Dip
1 PM — Treefort Music Hall — $55+ — Experience the energetic tunes of The Dip live in Boise's vibrant venue.
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Gem State Comic Con
10 AM – 5 PM — Expo Idaho — Not specified — Celebrate all fandoms at Idaho's premier pop culture convention.
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AAICAMA 2025 Conference
8 AM – 2 PM — The Grove Hotel — $725-$875 — Engage in collaborative discussions on workforce and wellbeing for the ICAMA community.
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Dan Cribb Concert
5:30–8:30 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy the irresistible grooves of Guilty Pleasure at this summer concert series on the scenic River’s Edge Terrace.
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Whose Live Anyway Comedy Show
1:30-11:30 p.m. — Morrison Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarity of improv comedy at this lively theater event.
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