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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
2026 Theme: Everyone Knows Someone
New Art Exhibit Opening!
"Telling Stories" a solo art exhibit by Twila Kadel is having its opening reception August 7th, 2026 from 5PM-7PM at the Kuna Arts and History Center!
New History Exhibit Opening!
"When the Tents Came to Kuna: Chautauqua in the 1920s" is having it opening reception August 7th, 2026 from 5PM-7PM at the Kuna Arts and History Center.
Japan Day evolves into a Boise tradition
The clashing of bamboo swords echoed through Julia Davis Park on Sunday afternoon as performers demonstrated skillful martial arts performances and shared stories through traditional dances. The joyful scene was part of the annual Japan Day celebration featuring traditional…
Boise State athletics restores department rubbish into rare collectibles
Forty-year-old football turf, outdated banners and well-worn lockers and stools may sound like junk, but Boise State is turning their trash into treasure. The athletic department’s recent partnership with CollectU creates opportunities for fans to purchase rare items, building a…
Chef Roland Cruz impacts Boise State one bite at a time
Meet the chef behind Boise State Dining: Senior Campus Executive Chef Roland Cruz, who has worked at Boise State University for 10 years. Whether you’ve seen Cruz’s face recently at the Boise State football game, at Buster’s Kitchen or Southfork, he creates a welcoming…
Boise receives highest grade for drinking water purity among college towns
Boise is home to the cleanest water out of college towns by a national survey. Culligan Water conducted the survey, and analyzed publicly available water quality data from college towns in all fifty states. The cities were graded on an A through F scale, with Boise being one of…
Boise State students tackle-real world problems through 2026 Social Impact Challenge
The university’s 2026 Social Impact challenge is bringing students together for seven weeks to develop solutions to real-world community problems. Launched in early September, the Social Impact Challenge is an annual pitch competition where students can team up or work…
IT’S TIME TO FIX YOUR WATER LEAKS!
October is the month to make those repairs.
Mayor Bruner to Recommend Crystal Craig, P.E., as Next Senior Director of Public Works
New initiative marks ‘a positive step’ between first responders and the disabled community
A new program aims to strengthen communication between first responders and those with disabilities through the use of requestable blue envelopes. The Blue Envelope Program is a voluntary initiative launched in collaboration between the City of Boise and the Boise Police…