Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Nampa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families in Nampa are struggling to find help after state officials ended a pandemic program that paid family caregivers amid fraud concerns. Agencies reported that caregiver shortages grew when Medicaid rates were cut by 4% on Sept. 1 — deepening the financial strain on those who rely on family-provided care. KTVB
- ➤ Idaho has the nation’s lowest kindergarten vaccination rate as fewer than 72% of children are fully immunized compared with 84% in 2019, and rising exemption rules leave many at risk—experts warn that measles and other outbreaks could worsen if coverage remains below the 95% threshold. Health officials and school nurses are working to monitor records and inform parents before new school sessions begin. KTVB
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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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Newsies The Musical
7:30 p.m. — Nampa Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy dancing and unforgettable music with an inspiring story.
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