Good morning, Nampa.

Betty Ackerman, a longtime Marsing EMT, will be honored as a Badge and Buckle recipient at the Snake River Stampede on Tuesday, June 16.

Ackerman has provided three decades of dedicated emergency service — she continues answering calls as an EMT.

Canyon County Pride returns to Lakeview Park in Nampa on Sunday, June 14 to feature live entertainment, over 100 local vendors, and added safety measures like temporary fencing and off-duty Nampa PD support along with 60 volunteers ensuring a safe event.

Fire crews handled a vegetation fire near Can Ada Road and Chinden Boulevard today, reporting that the fire burned about 1 acre and is no longer spreading; drivers are advised to use caution as work continues.

A late April freeze left berry farmers with about 30% of their normal strawberry crop and changed when raspberries ripened.

Local grower Fred Schreffler from The Berry Ranch in Nampa said drought remains a challenge for water-hungry crops (pumpkins and sweet corn) later this season.

Hometown Heroes Night at the Snake River Stampede

7-9:30 p.m. — Ford Idaho Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate local heroes at one of the nation’s top rodeos with excitement and thrilling performances.

Illusion Dance Studios Presents The Wizard of Oz

10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — Check event page for ticket info — Experience a magical journey where talented dancers bring The Wizard of Oz to life on stage.

Wine Down Sunday at Snake River Stampede

2-5 p.m. — Ford Idaho Center — $40 each — Enjoy guaranteed parking for the Snake River Stampede Winedown at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater.

An Evening with Joel Salatin

6-7:30 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — $30 per person — Explore the insights of a renowned farmer advocating for regenerative agriculture and local food systems.

Boise Music Festival Featuring Atomic Potato Chip Company

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Expo Idaho — Tickets required — Enjoy top performances from Marshmello, Sean Paul, and Everclear at this exciting music festival.

NRAGC Monthly NRL22 Match

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Nampa Rod and Gun (Outdoor Range) — $15 — Compete in a thrilling monthly shooting match featuring multiple stages and fun challenges.

NRAGC Monthly Match

8:30 a.m. — Nampa Rod and Gun (Outdoor Range) — $15 — Compete in the NRL22 Monthly match featuring stages that challenge your marksmanship skills.