Good morning, Nampa.

Crews responded to the Stan Fire near Pleasant Valley Road 8 miles south of Boise and contained the fire—burning 67 acres—by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, September 1 as four engines, one overhead unit and one dozer were used while no evacuation orders or road closures were issued.

Sean Williams runs nonprofit TRACE Services in Treasure Valley to help find missing and at-risk people amid rising human trafficking in Idaho and across the nation.

He works on the streets—searching for vulnerable individuals and handing out backpacks—and relies on donations to support his volunteer efforts.

Idaho News 6 and the Scripps Howard Fund are urging the community to donate books this Wednesday—Sept.

3 as donations will be matched up to $200,000 to help local children improve their reading skills. School leaders note that while reading proficiency has risen from 66% to 71% by third grade, many kids still struggle and need extra support.

Former state senator Durst introduced his sports-focused charter school, Brabeion Academy, to Caldwell trustees on Monday as it prepares to open in Nampa next fall near the Ada-Canyon county line.

The academy received conditional approval from the Idaho Public Charter School Commission and must secure a lease by March 1 and final plans by June 1—steps that will complete its approval process.

More than 30 new Idaho National Guardsmen train today in Orchard to learn wildland firefighting skills by digging fire lines and deploying fire shelters quickly—preparing them for wildfire incidents when resources are low.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Treasure Valley Veterans Stand Down

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Ford Idaho Center — Free entry — Discover vital resources, health services, and free meals at this special fair for veterans and military families.