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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Nampa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local rancher Frank Shirts—accompanied by his crew—herded nearly 2,400 sheep through Eagle and across Hwy 55 to their spring grazing grounds in the Boise foothills, and hundreds of people lined the highway to watch. The sheep will spend the summer grazing in the foothills before returning to Shirts Ranch in Wilder. KBOI
- ➤ Today, over 2,000 sheep will cross Hwy 55 from the Boise Foothills at 10 a.m., and motorists are asked to stay on the side of the road as part of this annual tradition. City crews will close part of Boise Ave. between Protest and Broadway for emergency sewer repairs expected to finish by Friday, and comedian Ahren Belisle will perform at the Egyptian Theatre tonight with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.—residents should plan accordingly. KIVI
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Idaho grants wishes to children with critical illnesses and expects over 200 wish requests this year, with each wish costing about $7,500* The program brings hope to families and helps children be brave during treatments. KTVB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Farm Bureau Federation said that potato acreage in Idaho is expected to drop by 15,000 acres this year, falling from 315,000 to 300,000 acres. Total U.S. potato acreage is forecast to decrease 4 percent from 930,000 to 891,000 acres + strong yields are still expected. KBOI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge halted enforcement of House Bill 83 across the state—citing constitutional concerns—until ongoing litigation resolves the issue, a decision that follows earlier temporary restraining orders blocking the law. KBOI
- ➤ Attorney General Raúl Labrador warned Idaho consumers that door-to-door salesmen falsely claimed a government inspection and free energy audit program—no such program exists—and urged residents to ask for permits and report unlicensed sellers. KBOI
- ➤ On April 30, BLM provided 109 two-way radios to 18 rural fire departments to improve wildfire response. The radios boost coordination—helping local teams work efficiently with BLM resources—during wildfires. KBOI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bogus Basin will reopen for a bonus day of skiing and snowboarding on May 3—only the second time in its 83-year history that the mountain has opened in May. Pass holders will have access to limited terrain with day tickets available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and lessons will not be offered. KBOI
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Hardy Concert
6:30 p.m. — Ford Idaho Center — Ticket prices from $109 — Experience Hardy live at the iconic Nampa venue with great seating options available.
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