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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A ninja park inspired by late 11-year-old Eva Plimmer opens this Sunday at 3 p.m. at Discovery Park in Meridian. Community members raised nearly $200,000 to complete the park—Daniel Gill from American Ninja Warrior will join the ribbon cutting amid food trucks and face painting. KBOI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Hill Road is closed from Pierce Park Lane to Castle Drive as Idaho Power crews work on emergency repairs after a vehicle struck a power line overnight—flaggers are rerouting traffic and the closure is expected to last several hours. KBOI
- ➤ A fully engulfed structure fire broke out Monday night just after 10:00 p.m. in New Plymouth — multiple fire departments including Payette Fire, Sand Hollow Fire, Fruitland Fire and the Payette County Sheriff's office responded while investigators work to determine the cause and no injuries were reported. KBOI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ World famous auctioneers Dan and Laura Dotson from Storage Wars will appear at Idaho's Largest Garage Sale at Expo Idaho starting at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17th—local fans are invited to meet them during the 17th annual event. KIDO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials report that heart disease caused 20% of deaths in Idaho in 2022 while cancer and accidents accounted for 18% and 7% respectively. Experts urge regular exercise, a healthy diet, and avoiding tobacco to help lower the risk of heart disease — advice meant to protect lives. KIDO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Payette Brewery is hosting a free after hours event this Friday from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. to celebrate summer and its 14th anniversary — the event features a DJ and live music for families, friends, and dog lovers. KIDO
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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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Boise Hawks vs. Ogden Raptors
7:05 p.m. — Memorial Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of live baseball with the Boise Hawks taking on the Ogden Raptors.
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Youth Golf Program
5-6 p.m. — Quail Hollow Golf Course — Waitlist available — Introducing young golfers to core values through fun and engaging activities.
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