Good morning, Nampa.

Caldwell Housing Authority hosts its annual carnival this weekend at Farmway Village, an affordable housing site that kicks off summer fun for local residents + community members.

The event offers a chance to connect and celebrate with neighbors.

A pair of rural Treasure Valley towns is leading dramatic population growth according to the latest COMPASS study, with local communities seeing more residents and business interest near Nampa.

St. Luke's Career Festival offers a job fair for high schoolers to explore healthcare careers — students can meet professionals and learn about education paths.

The event is scheduled soon at a local venue.

Gov Little will proclaim May Wildfire Awareness Month this Friday — state officials urge residents to clear vegetation and use fire resistant materials on roofs and eaves.

The Idaho Department of Lands advises checking its website for wildfire prevention tips.

Deputy Darr Anderson, the school resource officer at Vallivue Middle School, will receive the Floyd Ledbetter National School Resource Officer of the Year Award on June 29 in Reno (his monthly Donut Shop fundraiser has raised over $20,000 for the school's SRO goodwill fund).

Boise State will update the blue turf at Lyle Smith Field this summer with permanent orange hash marks honoring former players Kellen Moore and Ashton Jeanty, and an outline of Idaho on the 35-yard line; the revamped field will debut at a home game against Memphis on Sept.

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Nampa Farmers Market

9 AM - 1:30 PM — Lloyd Square Park — Free entry — Discover a vibrant marketplace featuring local produce and artisan-crafted goods from within 100 miles of Nampa.

Late Spring/Early Summer Bonsai Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — Franz Witte — Cost not specified — Enhance your bonsai skills with hands-on growth management and pruning techniques.

NAMIWalks Treasure Valley 2026

10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Ann Morrison Park — Supports local mental health initiatives — Celebrate mental health awareness while participating in Idaho's leading fundraising walk.

Dive into Stoicism: Applying Ancient Wisdom

7-8 p.m. — Flying M Coffee House — Free entry — Explore Stoic, Taoist, and Buddhist teachings to cultivate a good, ethical, and resilient life in a supportive community.

Inspired Dance Presents Make The World Beautiful

6:30 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — Check event website for ticket prices — Experience a journey of curiosity and resilience through storytelling and dance.