Good morning, Nampa.

Nampa police shot and wounded a man armed with a knife on Friday night—he was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

Jeff Paradis from Ridgevue High School and Kadin Thompson-Bailey, a Boise State student, won Drum Corps International world championships—a big achievement for Idaho marching music.

Thompson-Bailey hopes to make this experience easier for more kids to join in the future.

Idaho homebuyers saw relief when the 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.29% on Friday—marking the lowest level in more than a year and roughly saving buyers $200 per month on a median-priced home in Boise.

Experts advised buyers to act now while they still have stronger negotiating power.

Boise’s Discovery Center of Idaho is expanding its facility to add interactive exhibits and increase space for student field trips, and it has raised over half of its $6.4 million goal through community donations.

The center will debut its new 'Going Places' exhibit on September 15 — offering a modern hands-on science experience to students across the Treasure Valley.

Canyon County, Nampa, and Caldwell have decided to put the animal services contract for West Valley Humane Society up for bid after disagreements over payments and financial strain — officials said the shelter can reapply with its best offer.

The change comes after public concerns about animal care and aims to improve services in the coming months — local authorities stressed.

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.

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.

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.