Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Nampa.
🎓 Education
Two Northwest Nazarene University students created a life skills program at Marsing Middle School to help 10 to 15 students learn coping skills and build confidence.
The program has met biweekly since November — data shows that 90% of students now use new coping strategies and 85% report increased confidence.
🏛️ Government
Nampa fire officials warn residents to check smoke detectors as summer heat raises fire risks—experts say working alarms can cut the chance of fire deaths.
They advise monthly inspections, yearly battery changes, and replacing units every 10 years to keep homes safe.
Idaho and the U.S. Department of Energy signed a waiver on April 24 that temporarily suspends parts of the 1995 Settlement Agreement to allow limited shipments of spent nuclear fuel to the Idaho National Laboratory for research purposes.
The waiver—subject to strict oversight and funding conditions—permits shipments from commercial reactors and university partners through 2032.
Idaho Governor Brad Little toured the State Police forensic lab on Tuesday as part of National Fentanyl Awareness Day — the lab quickly checks drugs used in fentanyl cases — and said a second lab is planned because the current one is often busy.
He added that these steps aim to help fight the spread of dangerous counterfeit pills.
🏥 Health
Nampa Fire and St. Luke's have started a telehealth trial that lets first responders connect non-critical 911 callers with a doctor to avoid costly ER trips.
The service uses new devices to treat patients and save up to $1,000 in ambulance costs + free crews for urgent calls.
🎉 Nampa Events
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2025 Commencement Weekend
6:30 p.m. — Brandt Center — No tickets required — Celebrate graduates with a Baccalaureate service and multiple commencement ceremonies.
2025 Spring Scholarship Golf Scramble
8 a.m. — Ridgecrest Golf Club — Registration fee includes golf course access, cart, and lunch — Enjoy a friendly competition while supporting future mining professionals.
U.S. Open Local Qualifying at RedHawk
18 holes — RedHawk Public Golf Course — Registration required — Compete for a chance to qualify for the prestigious U.S. Open.
Outlaw Music Festival
10 AM – 7:30 PM — Ford Idaho Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Willie Nelson's Outlaw Music Festival featuring a star-studded lineup.
James Taylor Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ford Idaho Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor at this local venue.
Great Northwest Field Youth Conference 2025
May 23-26 — Northwest Nazarene University — $150 — A spirited youth gathering for worship, fellowship, and fun with inspiring speakers.
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