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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Nampa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today BSU Football hosts Eastern Washington at 7 p.m. as veteran quarterback Maddux Madsen leads the team to rebound from a tough loss — the game will stream on Fox Sports. Art in the Park begins at Julia Davis at 10 a.m. with over 240 artists, and Nampa Music Fest runs tonight at Lloyd Square from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. — local events mark a busy day. KIVI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jeremiah Tilford, a 19-year-old from Caldwell, died in a fatal traffic accident in Kuna Thursday morning when his 1992 Honda Accord moved into the opposite lane to pass and collided with a Ford Edge and a Toyota Camry—two drivers and one passenger were taken to hospital with minor injuries. KBOI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced that the ICAC Unit arrested three men for allegedly possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material from September 1 to September 5—Vanu Barrett of Cassia County was charged with 10 counts while Canyon County's Donovan Dillon and Daniel Whiteley faced charges for possession and distribution offenses. KBOI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Island Creek fire, a major source of smoke in the Treasure Valley, burned 14,474 acres and was 5% contained after it sparked from lightning on July 31 in the remote Moose Creek Ranger District about 11 miles from Elk City as 268 firefighters worked to protect structures in the Selway River Corridor. Road and trail closures remain in effect and a cold front is forecast to bring showers today through Sunday—potentially slowing the fire's spread. KIVI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, hundreds gathered at the state veterans cemetery to dedicate a bronze memorial honoring Idaho women veterans and pay tribute to Cpl Carrie French, the first Idaho woman killed in combat who died in a roadside bombing in Iraq in 2005. The memorial was moved from Caldwell to ensure permanent care—ensuring all female soldiers receive lasting recognition. KTVB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friday night, Treasure Valley high schools competed in football games against out-of-state and regional teams with matchups running from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.—local teams like Eagle, Rocky Mountain, Bishop Kelly, Caldwell, and Wendell took part in Week 2 contests. KTVB
- ➤ Spencer Danielson, Ty Benefield and Ben Ford met with the media after Boise State won 51-14 against Eastern Washington on Friday, Sept 5—official responders discussed the game's outcome. KTVB
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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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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.
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Eagle Plein Air Art Festival
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Finer Frames — Free entry — Experience live painting from talented artists capturing the beauty of the Eagle landscapes.
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OpenShift Fundamentals Training
All day — Divinity Health Institute Training Center — Cost to be determined — Enhance your skills in software development and IT with this comprehensive training class.
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