Good morning, Boise.

City of Boise has broken ground on Alta Harris Park, a 20-acre park along Eckert Road joining the Boise River Greenbelt.

Mayor Lauren McLean said the $3.7 million project, with a Harris family donation and contributions, helps residents reach parks within a 10-minute walk — key to local goals.

The RedWest Music Festival in Salt Lake City will take place in 2026 and just added three new acts: Carter Faith, Laci Kaye Booth & Ryan Charles to its lineup; organizers offer alumni benefits with a special rate and free access to a Thursday night opener.

Niche released its 2026 ranking of Idaho's best public elementary schools using data and reviews from the U.S. Department of Education (which includes factors such as test scores and student-teacher ratios), and nine Treasure Valley schools are in the Top 20, including Nampa’s Legacy Charter School.

Idaho health officials warn that mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been found in Ada and Canyon Counties as summer continues and they urge residents — especially those over 50 or with weakened immune systems — to take precautions.

Pride of Bristol Bay is offering fresh wild Alaskan sockeye salmon in Boise with orders open until Aug.

31; pickup is Friday, Sept. 25 at Payette Brewing Company in a beer garden with free parking + a spacious area.

At Off Broadway Deli, the Bronco Special—loaded with ham, corned beef, pastrami, and spicy condiments—drew a busy Tuesday line during National Sandwich Month while the deli’s menu also offers fried chicken and Mojo potatoes for extra choices.