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Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After three weeks on the run, small dachshund Tessa was rescued by ITD crew members Joe and Kurt—who worked with the Snake River Animal Shelter—to be reunited with her owner. Tessa disappeared into tall weeds on Monday after a dangerous escape across busy interstate lanes and will soon return to her owner, who lost her husband in a late October car crash. KBOI
- ➤ Boise Rescue Mission Ministries will host two Thanksgiving banquets—one in Nampa on November 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at College Church of the Nazarene and one in Boise on November 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship—to provide a holiday meal and food box for registered participants, with Nampa registration closing November 20 and Boise registration closing November 23. KBOI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Barbacoa announced it is expanding into its Harris Ranch space with a new restaurant—Coa Cantina—that will combine its style with Sushi Shack and offer a walk-through countertop dining experience featuring tacos, burritos and tequila. It will open near the beginning of 2026. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees will run from Nov. 26 to 30 and will offer online bidding for decorated trees, wreaths and holiday décor; bidding for large trees ends Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. while bids for other items close Dec. 1. Proceeds will support the Saint Alphonsus Heart Institute and guests can vote for their favorite display while enjoying family-friendly exhibits — featuring nearly 100 trees and live performances. KBOI
- ➤ The First Presidency announced Wednesday it will end the Saturday evening session at General Conference effective April 2026 — the change shifts focus to the four daytime sessions. Local News 8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The American Automobile Association and Boise Airport expect record-setting Thanksgiving travel as many Idaho residents plan to hit the road for the holiday. Local officials will work with agencies — monitor travel conditions and coordinate responses as the holiday approaches. Idaho Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Boise School District has named Robin Butler as the new principal of Valley View Elementary School, effective Dec 1, and she will take over from Rick Jordan, who will serve as assistant principal at Fairmont Junior High. Greg Tovey will serve as interim principal until Butler begins—she brings years of teaching and administrative experience from several Boise schools. KBOI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boise continues to display vibrant fall colors with bright yellows and reds visible across Treasure Valley — local spots like Kathryn Albertson Park and the Boise River Greenbelt still offer great views before the season ends. KBOI
- ➤ Officials said the Bogus Basin snow storage pilot program proved successful—tests showed the system helped keep snow longer. The program may boost winter sports efforts in the area as officials plan further evaluations. Idaho Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ontario native Shawn Coleman, who has cerebral palsy, overcame multiple rejections when mentor John C. Bloom taught him to fly—a journey that led him to log nearly 2,000 hours in a challenging tail-dragger plane. He is married to Kelly and continues to break barriers in aviation. KBOI
- ➤ An infant in Ada County was hospitalized with suspected botulism linked to a recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition formula—health officials removed the product from stores and online as they work with federal partners to investigate the outbreak and urge parents to watch for symptoms and seek care if needed. KBOI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Idaho can legally chop down a Christmas tree by obtaining a permit from Recreation.gov or a local vendor—costing around $10. They must follow safety guidelines when using tools like an axe or chainsaw to prevent injuries. KIDO
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Spoonful Night - Radio Boise Fundraiser
7-11 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — Tickets starting at $33.31 — Enjoy live performances for a great cause with Buddy DeVore and others.
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Bodie Lee: Slow Down Disco
10:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant night of disco with Bodie Lee at this popular Boise venue.
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Rooftop Recordings
7-10 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience live DJ performances in a vibrant Boiler Room style atmosphere.
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After Hours: DJ Simulator Vinyl Open Decks Session
6-11 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Connect with fellow music lovers over drinks and enjoy a night of live DJ performances.
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Thanksgiving Dine with Hemlock
3-10 p.m. — Hemlock Boise — $85 per person — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a lavish 3-course meal featuring PRIME cuts and tableside sides.
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Candlelight Concert: Queen vs ABBA
8:45 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Up to 10% Off — Experience an enchanting evening featuring a string quartet playing hits from Queen and ABBA in a stunning candlelit setting.
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A Sherlock Carol
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Boise Little Theater — All ages welcome — Sherlock Holmes solves a Christmas mystery in this heartwarming holiday comedy.
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Idaho Steelheads vs Trios-Rivieres Lions
7:10-8:40 p.m. — Idaho Central Arena — Tickets required — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Idaho Steelheads and Trios-Rivieres Lions in the heart of Boise.
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Atreyu Live Concert
6-8 p.m. — Treefort Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the camaraderie and musical prowess of the band Atreyu as they perform live.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
7-8 p.m. — Morrison Center — Tickets required — Experience the beloved holiday classic brought to life by the Boise State Theatre Arts Program.
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