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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Nampa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Every Friday at 7 p.m., Nampa’s 208 Night Market brings Latino music, food, and vibrant vendor booths near the Centro Comunitario Hispano de Idaho, where entrepreneurs like Juan Carlos Jiménez and Mariano Ortega grow their small businesses (selling hats and hot dogs among other items). KTVB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Canyon County jury on Friday convicted a man of first-degree murder for killing his wife in September 2023+ the verdict concludes a case that had long been under investigation. Idaho Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Idaho farmers are cutting back on potato fields because fewer people want them at home and abroad — this has led local farmer Nick Blanksma to report nearly a 30 percent drop in potato land compared to three years ago, and the USDA forecast on June 30 will show more details. The change comes as both domestic and export demand continue to fall. KTVB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho public defenders will see their pay increase from $100 to $125 an hour starting June 1 after lawmakers approved a new budget to help lower heavy caseloads (lawmakers aim to attract more attorneys for better defense). KIVI
- ➤ Idaho native Annette Tipton became the executive director of the state Hispanic affairs commission, replacing Margie Gonzalez who led for nearly 30 years—Tipton grew up in Nampa and worked in finance and government work. She is meeting with staff to study the commission and plan how to help local Hispanic residents. KTVB
- ➤ A stretch of Ustick Road in Meridian is closed between Owyhee Storm Avenue and McDermott Bypass for the Highway 16 project—designed to widen the road and connect ramps to I-84. Drivers must follow detour routes and face construction noise until mid-August—local residents say the timing was set during summer break to ease traffic. KIVI
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A recent Realtor.com report shows that buyers in Idaho need to earn $163,000 to afford a 3-bedroom home. Residents in the Treasure Valley have debated housing costs (with some saying fixer-uppers may be found for around $200,000 while others argue that incomes should be even higher) as the market remains challenging. KTVB
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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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Indian Creek Wine Run 5k
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Indian Creek Winery — Registration required — Run or walk through beautiful scenery while enjoying wine from a local winery.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Various times — Northwest Nazarene University — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on scoring and playmaking.
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Ivan Cornejo Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Ford Idaho Center — Tickets from $102 — Enjoy an evening of music with Ivan Cornejo at this local venue.
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Timber Creek Recycling Facility Presentation and Tour
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Timber Creek Recycling Nampa — Free entry — Learn about innovative recycling practices and explore a cutting-edge composting facility.
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The Prince of Egypt Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Music Theatre of Idaho — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic story of Exodus brought to life in this breathtaking musical performance.
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Silver Screen on the Green - DESPICABLE ME 4
8-11:30 p.m. — Orah Brandt Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun summer movie night with family and friends on a large inflatable screen.
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Fathers Day Classic Car Show
10 AM – 1 PM — Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village — Supports Alzheimer's Association — Celebrate Father's Day with classic cars and family fun.
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Snake River Stampede
7-10 a.m. — Ford Idaho Center — $6 per plate — Enjoy a hearty breakfast and support a great cause with family and friends.
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Boise Music Festival
10 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Expo Idaho — Ticket required, kids 12 & under free — Experience a full day of diverse music and family entertainment with rides, food, and local vendors.
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