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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Our Path Home released its Point-In-Time report showing a roughly 2% drop in Ada County homelessness compared to last year. The January survey counted 543 people in emergency shelters—103 in transitional housing and 126 unsheltered, even though more residents reached out for crisis help throughout the month. KBOI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three BoDo Block restaurants in downtown Boise announced closures this week—Kichii Sushi and El Tejano have already closed while a third location will soon shut its doors. Idaho Press
- ➤ After over 30 years of serving its Famous Prime Rib, Westside Drive-In in Boise announced it will discontinue the dish due to rising beef costs—customers have until Saturday, Oct. 4 to order the final servings. KBOI
- ➤ Today, Sockeye Brewing announced it closed the restaurant portion of its Alehouse on N Garden Center Way while keeping the space available for private events. The company said it will focus on its Fairview location—which offers over 30 beers on tap, a dog—friendly patio, a refreshed menu and upcoming events. KBOI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Idaho Cider Fest, the only festival in Idaho devoted exclusively to cider, will take place in downtown Boise on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 6 p.m. Idaho Press
- ➤ Danielle Jordan from Meridian will compete on Wheel of Fortune today at 6:30 p.m. on CBS2—viewers are invited to watch her game show appearance. KBOI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, leaders gathered at the Zions Infrastructure Conference at West Ada School District headquarters to discuss how rapid population growth strained funding for roads, water, and electricity—Zions Bank Chief Economist Robert Spendlove noted that while the economy stayed strong, challenges remained; Superintendent Debbie Critchfield stressed that public school funding must improve to meet shifting enrollment needs. KBOI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Boise City Council denied a neighborhood appeal that cleared the path for Interfaith Sanctuary to open a 24-hour shelter home on State Street—advancing final relocation steps. Idaho Press
- ➤ Boise’s $30.4 million property tax increase will fund pre-K programs and support for at-risk students in the Boise School District. Idaho Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, Boise State will play Notre Dame in South Bend at 1:30 p.m. local time—fans believe the Broncos will win if quarterback Maddux Madsen leads effectively and the defense keeps turnovers low. KIDO
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Cool Company Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — Neurolux — $21.32 — Enjoy effortlessly cool, funk-dripped beats and genre-blurring grooves from Cool Company with special guests Nic Hanson and L8 Bloomer.
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Die Spitz Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Shredder — $26.65 — Experience the raucous sounds and electrifying energy of Die Spitz live on stage.
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ASTA on the Go! in Boise
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Boise/Spectrum — RSVP required — Experience an afternoon of networking and insights with top travel industry suppliers.
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Wombo Live Show
7-10 p.m. — The Shredder — $21.32 — Experience a night of contorting post-punk sounds with Wombo in Boise.
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Boot Juice Concert Featuring Banshee Tree
7-10 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ethereal sounds of Banshee Tree with themes of yearning and reflection in their music.
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I'm With Her Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the stunning harmonies of folk artists I'm With Her featuring Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O'Donovan, and Sara Watkins.
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Boise Speed Dating with Age Groups
3-6:30 p.m. — The Warehouse Food Hall — Check website for entry fee — Connect with others in a fun speed dating format tailored by age groups.
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Electric Citizen Live
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $22.65 — Experience the fuzzed-out riffs and electrifying melodies of Electric Citizen with special guests Earth Tongue and Voidstrider.
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Hazlett Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — From $33.31 — Experience Hazlett's enchanting Indie Ballroom Folk music after his transformative trip to Sweden.
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TAKAAT Live Performance
7-10 PM — Neurolux — $15.98 — Experience the DIY punk-inspired rhythms of TAKAAT with special guests Zookraught and Floating Witch's Head.
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