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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ UPS announced that it will lay off more than 20,000 workers in Idaho, Washington and Utah and close 73 locations by the end of June, and the company has a deal to add 30,000 jobs (via a Teamsters agreement). KIDO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ US Bank will close 320 branches nationwide in 2025, including eight in Idaho — as mobile banking growth reduces the need for physical branches. Among the Idaho closures, three are in Boise — customers are advised to check for mobile banking or nearby branch options. KIDO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Boise teachers and staff have warned parents about a dangerous social media trend that involves inserting metal objects into USB ports on school devices — the prank may damage equipment and start a fire, although no incidents have been confirmed so far. Educators urge parents to talk with their children about the serious risks. KIDO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A widespread illness causing body aches, chronic coughing and sore throat affected children in UT, WA and Idaho, with a 9-year-old treated Monday afternoon at a local emergency room—health officials prescribed albuterol, azithromycin and dexamethasone while they continued to investigate the cause. KIDO
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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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Boise Wide Receivers Training Camp
5:00-8:00 p.m. — Borah High School — Registration required — Enhance your wide receiver skills with expert coaching and training.
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Telaya Wine Run 5k
9 a.m. — Telaya Wine Co. — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a fun 5k race with scenic views and wine tasting at the finish line.
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Run for Dunn
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — 500 S Walnut St Parking — Visit for more info — A community-focused run supporting local initiatives in Boise.
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