Good morning, Boise.

Three ferrets (Bear, Syd, and Trouble) are available for adoption at the Idaho Humane Society; they cost $50 each or $75 for all three.

Idaho drivers say roads have become more dangerous due to speeding and aggressive driving by commuters from other states, with high school and college graduates now adding to traffic.

Law enforcement noted 88 lives lost last summer and urges all drivers to avoid distractions & follow speed limits.

Miller’s Mission runs at the Walmart parking lot on Garrity and Franklin in Nampa from May 18 to May 23, collecting food, clothing, hygiene items, and donations for Boise Rescue Mission Ministries (Dollars For A Difference) that serves over 500 people daily.

Fencing partitions off a section of car-free 8th Street as renovation work begins to enhance walkability in downtown Boise.

A retired Air Force pilot said a mid-air collision occurred during Sunday's Gunfighter Skies Air and Space Celebration near Mountain Home Air Force Base, with emergency crews responding and one airman treated for minor injuries while investigators began reviewing the incident.

Firefighter Ed Dickman and his companion Sherry Jones died in a plane crash near Empire on Sunday, May 17, as they were returning from a family event in Nevada.

The incident occurred while they were traveling back to Idaho.

Burread Bakery, owned by Mike Burr, in downtown Boise uses traditional Slovak techniques + locally sourced ingredients to make artisanal breads and pastries that build community.

The business started as sourdough work during the pandemic and now offers a rotating selection of loaves, croissants and tarts.

The America250 art exhibit will be on display at Meridian City Hall’s Initial Point Gallery for the next two months.

It celebrates the United States’ 250th anniversary and offers local visitors a chance to explore key historical moments.

The Warhawk Museum — a 40,000 sqft facility in Nampa minutes from Boise — honors veterans and displays military memorabilia.

It hosts a monthly Kilroy Coffee Klatch and will hold Winterfest in November along with an annual Warbird Roundabout in August.

AAA projects that 268,000 Idahoans will travel by car for Memorial Day weekend, facing higher fuel costs (average $4.63 per gallon); AAA advises vehicle checks and early trips to avoid peak traffic.

The 7 Boise public pools will open next week Wednesday, May 27 at 1pm, offering families a cool way to beat the heat for under $7.

The City of Boise also offers pool passes for unlimited access.

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.

Shrek 2 Screening

2-5 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — $3 entry — Experience the hilarious adventure of Shrek and Fiona amidst family misunderstandings.