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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mattress Land’s parent company closed its Idaho stores earlier this summer as it filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and began liquidating assets—leaving locations in Meridian, Nampa and Coeur d’Alene. KIDO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nampa Police reported that on Friday at 9:10 a.m. shots were fired in the parking lot of a hotel on East Flamingo Avenue where officers found a man fatally wounded and identified the suspect as 33-year-old Saengutone Ty Maria—he fled in a black 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche with license 2CBW24P and is still considered armed and dangerous. KBOI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shasta Groene has shared her story in her new book Out of the Woods: A Girl, a Killer, and a Lifelong Struggle to Find the Way Home, detailing her survival from a horrific crime and the challenge of recovery; she will sign the book in Boise on Sunday, Aug. 10 at 2 p.m.—at Barnes & Noble Booksellers. KBOI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Brad Little approved the Idaho National Guard to assist ICE with administrative work so that ICE can focus more on law enforcement. Up to 14 Guard personnel—federally funded and under his command—will work with local ICE offices until November 15. KBOI
- ➤ Today, Judge David Nye denied a request for a preliminary injunction against Idaho's law that requires public schools to have sex-specific restrooms, stating the law protects student privacy— the ruling ensures schools will continue to offer separate facilities with optional single-occupancy alternatives. KBOI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former coach Chris Petersen appeared at Boise State practice a few days ago, drawing cheers from supporters who remember his role during the program's peak years. Current coach Spencer Danielson said he holds weekly mentoring meetings with Petersen — a key influence as the team prepares for the upcoming season. KIDO
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Bandits On The Run Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Ticket info available — Experience the eclectic sounds of a Brooklyn-based indie-folk-pop-americana band with unique instrumental flair.
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Weekly Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun evening with friends every Tuesday.
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Colum Tyrrell Comedy Show
7-11:59 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $19.98 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Colum Tyrrell at Boise’s Shrine Social Club.
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Albertsons Boise Open Concert Series feat. Darius Rucker
3:30-5:30 AM — Hillcrest Country Club Inc — $35 — Experience an evening of music following the golf tournament featuring Darius Rucker and more.
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Swim Clinic with Olympian Luke Hobson
3:45-8 p.m. — Idaho Central Aquatic Center — Event details vary — Join Olympian Luke Hobson for a rare swim clinic experience and learn champion tips in and out of the water.
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Jack Van Cleaf Live Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $19.98 — Experience the blend of acoustic Americana and electrified indie music with Jack Van Cleaf.
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Mt. Joy Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Idaho Botanical Garden — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of indie tunes in a beautiful garden setting.
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Lamont Landers Live
7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $26.65 — Experience the raw truth in music with Lamont Landers and guests Billy Allen + The Pollies.
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Trivia Night at Hap Hap Lounge
6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Challenge your knowledge with weekly trivia hosted by Maddie.
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Boise Greenbelt Walk
7:30-8:30 a.m. — Marianne Williams Park — Free entry — Stroll along the scenic Boise Greenbelt while spotting local wildlife and connecting with conservationists.
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