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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boise Costco took its popular rotisserie chicken off shelves when the kitchen underwent upgrades, leaving shoppers frustrated. The $5 chicken, known for its high salt content, is now back on shelves even though signs had said it would return in September — customers are relieved. KIDO
- ➤ Boise Towne Square Mall lost major stores including Kohl’s, Forever 21, and Volcom due to company cutbacks while it opened a new Fabletics location over the weekend — more new shops are expected soon. KIDO
- ➤ In Idaho, private businesses can choose not to accept cash because neither federal nor state law forces them to do so—only government agencies such as the DMV must accept cash as required by law. KIDO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Canyon County leaders declared Domestic Violence Awareness Month on October 6 by sharing survivors' stories to spotlight a 5% increase in family violence—Sheriff Kieran Donahue urged community members to contact counselors and use shelters and hotlines to protect victims. KBOI
- ➤ West Ada School District said police called the schools—Renaissance, Idaho Fine Arts Academy and the District Service Center—into a temporary lockdown today around 3:15 p.m. because of a wanted suspect, and the lockdown lasted about 45 minutes before it was lifted. KBOI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A deal announced last month in Boise confirmed that Taiwan will continue buying Idaho wheat—supporting local farmers with a steady trade arrangement. Idaho Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Idaho’s last Planned Parenthood will stay open as federal cuts reduce funding— the center says it will continue to serve patients and offer health care services. Idaho Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Athletic Club Boise announced ticket prices for its debut season with games costing between $9 for the family section and $100 for club seats. The club reported record season ticket deposits and deposit holders will select seats during the Select-A-Seat event from October 21-25. KBOI
- ➤ Boise State legend Kellen Moore led the New Orleans Saints to a 26—14 win over the New York Giants on October 5 as he earned his first NFL victory as head coach; his emotional locker room speech included veteran Alvin Kamara presenting him a game ball. KIDO
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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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Earthless Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Tickets on sale 8/1 — Experience a night with the brainchild of Mario Rubalcaba, Mike Eginton, and Isaiah Mitchell.
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Purity Ring Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory Boise — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Purity Ring's new concept album inspired by RPG games.
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