Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Boise.
🎭 Culture
Fall is here as cooler weather arrives and Treasure Valley will host free family events including pumpkin decorating in Eagle, horse culture celebrations in Boise, wiener dog races in Caldwell, outdoor movies in Kuna and sports events downtown from Oct.
9–11.
🏛️ Government
Robyn Sellers left her job in Nampa after eight years and will now lead economic work in Boise.
Steven Jenkins started Monday in Nampa to keep projects that boost business moving (he brings local experience).
Boise invites hikers and bikers to complete its annual online Fall 2026 Ridge to Rivers Survey, open until Oct.
19 at 5 p.m., to help guide trail improvements in the Foothills and refine e-mobility rules.
Wild horses from an overpopulated herd in southern Idaho will be available for adoption at the BLM's Boise-area Wild Horse Off-Range Corral on Oct.
17 & 18. Forty-one horses and several burros await approved adopters who meet care and transportation requirements.
📰 Lifestyle
A local food writer celebrated Tacoberfest by visiting longtime taco shops on Oct.
6 at California Mexican Food and El Gallo Giro in Meridian — savoring carne asada and birria tacos and planning more stops throughout October.
📰 Real Estate
The City of Boise announced a $9 million federal award to push forward a long-planned 50-unit housing project for people leaving homelessness today.
The Fulton — set on city-owned land near Fire Station 5 and Rhodes Skate Park — awaits further financing and a construction schedule.
🏈 Sports
On Oct. 3, Boise State athletic director Jeramiah Dickey was filmed showing team support (he hugged and cheered staff) before the Utah State game.
The Broncos won 37 to 18 and the moment showed his leadership as the team prepares for a road game against Fresno State on Halloween.
The Idaho Vandals rallied with a last-second touchdown pass and a 2-point conversion to defeat Montana State over the weekend, ending a winless season.
The victory—dubbed the 'Miracle in Moscow'—has boosted local support and set the stage for a future rivalry with Boise State.
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