Good morning, Boise.

Amazon announced it will expand drone delivery of packages up to 5 pounds in nearly 500 suburban cities, including Boise, by the end of this year.

Prime members get free delivery (orders over $50) while others pay a fee.

Podcast host Connor Wood (of Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast) will perform at the Knitting Factory on September 17 in Boise.

Fans can look forward to his live event as part of a national tour.

Jones Burgers (a 60-year family tradition) returns to the Western Idaho Fair from Aug.

21 through Aug. 30 at Expo Idaho, where fairgoers enjoy signature treats like a pound of fries in a classic fair atmosphere.

Gas prices in Boise increased 4 cents today and 10 cents for the week, bringing the national average above $4; Idaho rates rose 42 cents this month as crude oil prices moved into the $80 range (according to AAA).

Fire crews continue working on the Big Grass Fire — yesterday, activity was low but warm, dry weather may test containment.

Crews are cooling hot spots near the Owyhee River and South Mountain as evacuation zones have been reduced.

The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses warns professionals about impersonation scams contacting them via phone and email and urges them to avoid sharing personal or financial details; licensees should verify messages using official channels + contact DOPL directly.

Idaho’s Liberty Bell replica is touring county seats until the end of October and will return to Boise for the Veterans Day parade on Nov.

11 before being reinstated on Capitol Hill on Nov. 19 — the same date it was originally placed 76 years ago.

The first West Nile virus case leading to meningitis this year has emerged in Canyon County in a resident over 65.

The patient is recovering at home as health officials advise protecting against mosquito bites by wearing long clothing & using repellent.

Idaho kindergarteners have the nation’s lowest vaccination rate at 75% and a record exemption rate of 17.5% according to a CDC report released on Tuesday, Aug.

18. The numbers dropped 14% and exemptions increased 10% compared to the 2019-2020 school year.

Montour Campground in the Montour Wildlife Management Area off Highway 52 offers 16 campsites at $8 a night with basic amenities such as potable water, toilets, picnic tables, fire rings and an RV dump station.

Open from late April until Nov. 18, it provides an escape along the Payette River.