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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Nampa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Boise State University holds its State of the University Address at 10 a.m. with interim President Dr. Jeremiah Shinn at Morrison Center as the fall semester begins Monday; crews in Meridian sealcoat Eagle Rd. between I-84 and State St. until late September — Idaho News 6 has a booth at the Western Idaho Fair with a chance to win a free tablet among fair rides and music. KIVI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Oregon man pleaded guilty to manslaughter after his truck crossed the center line on April 18 and fatally struck a bus carrying a community college softball team—killing a 19-year-old Nampa player and the team’s head coach while injuring others—with additional assault and driving charges and a sentencing set for Sept. 11. KTVB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gemma Arts will host its 4th annual Opera by the River event, a free family-friendly concert under the stars, on August 23 at 7 p.m. at the Star Riverhouse— they previewed the program today with a performance of the Pearl Fishers duet. KTVB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Idaho legislator unveiled the text of a proposed constitutional amendment to protect public lands from sale. Lawmakers will review the measure before it is submitted to voters. Idaho Press
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Nampa Warbird Roundup
9 a.m. — Warhawk Air Museum — Ticket price not specified — Experience Idaho's largest gathering of historic war planes with flying demonstrations and pilot meet-and-greets.
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Boise Comic Arts Festival
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Boise Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with artists, cosplay, panels, and workshops at this vibrant festival.
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Art in the Park 2025
10 a.m.-8 p.m. — Julia Davis Park — Free entry — Experience an open-air festival featuring 240 artists, live music, and hands-on activities for all ages.
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Warbird Roundup 2025
8 a.m. — Warhawk Air Museum — Cost info not provided — Explore an impressive collection of warbirds from across the country at this annual aviation event.
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3rd Annual Veterans Chamber Summit
8 AM – 2 PM — Nampa Civic Center — Ticket purchase required — A day focused on veterans resources including keynote speakers and wellness sessions.
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22nd Annual Indian Creek Festival
6-9 p.m. — Indian Creek Plaza — Various activities available — Celebrate the community with family-friendly fun, including classic cars and cardboard kayak races.
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Hobbit Day Celebration
11 AM – 3 PM — Nampa Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins with fun activities and costumes.
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