Good morning, Nampa.

Make-A-Wish Idaho will hold its 23rd annual polar bear plunge fundraiser on Saturday, Jan.

10 at Lucky Peak State Park (registration starts at Spring Shores Marina at 10 a.m.); organizers expect hundreds to join the event to help fund wishes for critically ill children.

GasBuddy forecasts that gas prices nationwide will average $2.97 per gallon this year—marking the fourth straight year of declining costs.

Prices in Idaho are expected to range from $3.05 to $3.33, with summer months likely to see a rise.

A mother said she sought accountability from IDHW and the Nampa Police Department after her 12-day-old baby died last December, claiming that repeated warnings + appeals were ignored and new legislation will follow in the upcoming legislative session.

Former Boise State safety Ty Benefield committed to LSU on Tuesday, Jan.

6 after entering the transfer portal on Dec. 27, 2025. He is the only Bronco starter to transfer amid recent coaching changes and graduations.

NBC Sports announced Idaho natives Heather Cox and Picabo Street will serve as commentators at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy; Cox from Boise will cover alpine skiing + Ski Mountaineering while Street makes her NBC Olympics debut covering women's alpine skiing, with the games set to begin on Feb. 6.

Boise Card and Collectibles Show

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — Free Admission — Explore a treasure trove of sports memorabilia and trading cards, perfect for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Canyon County Kids Expo

10 AM – 4 PM — Ford Idaho Center — Family-friendly event — Explore activities, vendors, and entertainment designed for kids.

Oliver! Musical Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Oliver Twist brought to life through song and dance.