Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on I-84 should expect traffic delays this Sunday as about 20 on ramps will be closed for the 15th Annual Idaho Patriot Thunder Ride—approximately 1,200 motorcyclists will ride 55 miles from Meridian to Mountain Home led by a police escort to support local family aid programs. KIDO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers who rely on Costco must plan ahead as all seven warehouses across Idaho will be closed on July 4—other stores like Albertsons, WinCo, Walmart and Target will operate on their regular hours. KIDO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nampa police are investigating a robbery that happened today after church when an 80-year-old woman's purse was stolen from her shopping cart at a department store—video footage shows two suspects, one holding the purse while her credit card was used at a nearby store. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Boise Music Festival over the weekend, Tyler Hubbard performed hits like 'Park' and thanked Boise on Instagram for making him feel at home—he recalled his close ties to the area and playful moments on stage with his family. KIDO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire on Pleasant Valley Road south of Boise Airport burned about 113 acres Monday afternoon—firefighters contained the blaze by 4:30 p.m. and it posed no threat to local correctional facilities. KBOI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boise police are urging fans to follow key safety rules ahead of a Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert at Albertsons Stadium today — they advise no drinking and driving and to use legal parking — to help keep everyone safe. KBOI
- ➤ Idaho senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo said Friday they opposed selling federal land as part of a tax cut and budget bill moving through Congress. Idaho Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Boise Parks and Recreation announced that Esther Simplot Park Pond is closed to swimming after tests showed E. coli levels above state standards—teams will remove warning signs once the water quality improves. Weekly tests continue at nearby areas that remain within safe limits. KBOI
- ➤ A bat that tested positive for rabies was found in front of the Owyhee Building on Main Street on June 18. Health officials say the risk to locals is low if people avoid handling bats — it is advised to use thick rubber gloves if contact is needed. KIDO
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Jazz Adjacent Wednesday
6-9 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of smooth tunes with Jens and Mike at this cozy venue.
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Phantom Planet
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Knitting Factory Boise — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of iDKHOW during an evening of live music.
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Live Music with Nathan Spencer
6-9 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing Company — Enjoy your favorite brews while listening to Nathan Spencer's debut performance.
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Pigs on the Wing: A Tribute to Pink Floyd
7-11:59 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — From $46.63 — Experience the legendary sounds of Pink Floyd with a captivating tribute performance.
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Kurt Vile Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of one of America’s great guitarists and songwriters.
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Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Put your knowledge to the test with a fun evening of trivia at a local hotspot.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program in Boise
— — AlphaGraphics Boise — Tuition varies — Gain practical graphic design skills with personalized instruction and career support.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
8:30-10 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nation's top yacht rock band performing soft rock classics from the seventies and eighties.
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Kegs 4 Kause for Boise State Children's Center
6-10 p.m. — Payette Brewing Company — 50% of draft sales goes to local nonprofits — Enjoy brews while supporting the Boise State Children's Center.
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Sunsmith Concert
6-11:59 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $13.32 — Enjoy a night of live music with Play the Fool and Thrown Out Bones at this all-ages event.
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