Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Idaho Wednesday's Child program, which recruited adoptive families for over 25 years, ends Sept.
30 as the health department shifts to a new model for child recruitment and permanency work; inquiries will be accepted until Aug. 24 and the Youth Safety + Permanency team will take over in October.
A Treasure Valley business—First Choice Home Stays—is providing free temporary housing to families displaced by the ongoing Spokane fire.
The company is actively calling victims and sending a team to assist with arrangements.
A bucket of puppies left in the West Valley Humane Society lobby in Caldwell prompted shelter staff to urge the public to provide proper identification when surrendering strays.
The puppies are safe today — they will remain on hold for five business days if their owner is not identified.
🎭 Culture
This weekend, over 200 artists gather at Lakeview Park for the 39th Nampa Festival of the Arts featuring live entertainment, artisan booths, and food vendors.
A new Hispanic art display opens across the street at the Idaho Hispanic Community Center, sponsored by College of Western Idaho.
🎓 Education
Fred Meyer and the Salvation Army have partnered to collect school supplies at every Fred Meyer store throughout August.
Customers may drop off new items at the Customer Service Center so the Salvation Army can equip children with grade-appropriate backpacks for school.
🎉 Nampa Events
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Nampa Rod And Gun Club Monthly Match
8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Nampa Rod and Gun (Outdoor Range) — $15 — Participate in the NRL22 Monthly match featuring multiple shooting stages and bonus challenges.
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