Good morning, Boise.

Dozens of employers saw firsthand what military service members do during the Idaho National Guard’s Boss Lift event held yesterday at Gowen Field — a program that strengthened the connection between civilian employers and their team members.

High Desert Harley-Davidson is hosting its 16th annual Idaho Patriot Thunder Ride today at 10 a.m. at Carl Miller Park in Mountain Home; hundreds of riders will help raise funds for military families as food trucks, live bands, & raffles add to the event.

New Census estimates show Kuna posted an 8.4% rise in population to 31,525 between July 1, 2024 and July 1, 2025 and ranked 11th among U.S. cities with over 20,000 residents.

Mountain Home Air Force Base will host the Gunfighter Skies Airshow this weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event returns for the first time since 2018 and features USAF Thunderbirds pushing jets to their limits (free admission).

Hundreds of pet rabbits are multiplying in Boise with little oversight so the Idaho Humane Society ended its rabbit program; officials say the change was due to the unchecked bunny growth.

A quarter drive has been launched to send Idaho’s Liberty Bell on a statewide tour; residents can donate spare coins (from couch creases or cars) to support the effort.

A Garden City officer rescued a baby locked in a parked car without air conditioning on Thursday, May 14 and transferred the child to Ada County Paramedics and Boise Fire for a medical checkup.

The Pasadena Valley Fire started Wednesday night when a tractor-trailer toppled on I-84 near Glenn's Ferry and grew to nearly 1,200 acres before firefighters secured its perimeter as winds died down, lifting earlier evacuation orders and advising eastbound travelers to slow down.

Wing Stop (the popular chain) has opened its first Kuna location, adding to the dining options in the growing area.

Local leaders thanked the Kuna community on social media, marking this expansion as part of the Treasure Valley's upward momentum.

Disney Channel star Adam Hicks will host Bop To The Top in Boise on Sept.

18, featuring a Disney dance night of classic favorites plus celebrating the 20th anniversaries of Hannah Montana and High School Musical.

The building at the corner of 12th st and Front st, once home to the famed Bogie's Nightclub, now houses Boise Art Glass — a working glassblowing studio where artists shape molten glass into colorful pieces and offer hands-on classes.

Idaho state revenues exceeded projections in April with collections reaching $808.2 million and a projected year-end surplus of $26.4 million if tax returns and refunds meet expectations.

Budget officials noted changes in sales tax reporting and warned that pending tax refunds may affect final figures.

Junior groundwater users drawing from the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer must now secure an IDWR-approved mitigation plan or face curtailment, following a recent order addressing water shortfalls from surface water use.

The updated order also accounts for a settlement with several groundwater districts.

Boise State Athletics selected MMQ Group to study modernization options for ExtraMile Arena and the east side of Albertsons Stadium.

The 12-week feasibility study funded by donations will guide future improvements to enhance fan experience and revenue opportunities.

R&B Brunch Experience

11 AM - 4 PM — The Olympic Venue — Early Bird Tickets from $15 — Enjoy a vibrant R&B brunch featuring a sing-along of your favorite hits and delicious food options.

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Morrison Center — Enjoy an anniversary celebration of Riverdance featuring innovative choreography and a new generation of performers.

House of Heavy

8-11 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — From $19.65 — A night dedicated to fans who love the energy of heavy music and live shows.

Macbeth Performance

8-11 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience Shakespeare's classic tragedy performed live under the stars.

Macbeth

8-11 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival — Prices vary — Experience a live rendition of Shakespeare's classic tragedy in a beautiful outdoor amphitheater.

MPCE's 8th Annual All Abilities Carnival

11 AM – 6 PM — Expo Idaho — Free entry — Enjoy games, food, and fun at the inclusive carnival for everyone in the community.

UTILITY Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — The Olympic Venue — $10 ADV / $12 DOOR — Enjoy high-energy rock and roll infused with soul, metal, and grunge from Portland's own UTILITY.

Soul Juice Event

10 PM – 2 AM — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with jilly.FM and SOOT at this vibrant Idaho venue.

Chloe Gendrow Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $17.03 — Experience Chloe Gendrow's indie and alt-pop blend alongside Mattravers•Bell.

Macbeth

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance of Shakespeare's classic tragedy in a stunning outdoor setting.