There’s something new in Boise’s blue recycling carts. Residents can now recycle #5 plastic food tubs – the ones found in your refrigerator containing yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream, salsa, and sauces – thanks to upgrades at Republic Services’ Idaho Recycling Center. In addition to food tubs, the center can now also recycle lightweight #1…… MORE
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New Treasure Valley DUI task force looking for impaired drivers this weekend ahead of Halloween
Multiple law enforcement agencies have formed the Treasure Valley DUI Task Force in response to a rise in impaired driving crashes across the Treasure Valley. CBS2 reports this new collaborative effort aims to reduce impairment-related incidents through education, awareness and enforcement. Since 2019, the Treasure Valley has seen a 26 percent increase in alcohol-related impaired…… MORE
CDC recommends second dose of this year’s COVID-19 vaccination for those 65 and older
CDC recommends that people 65 years and older and those who are moderately or severely immunocompromised receive a second dose of the 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine six months after their first dose. The recommendation acknowledges the increased risk of severe disease from COVID-19 in older adults and those who are immunocompromised, along with the currently available…… MORE
CDC recommends Pneumococcal vaccine for people 50 years of age and older
The CDC recommends lowering the age for the Pneumococcal Vaccination from 65 to 50 years old. Lowering the age for pneumococcal vaccination gives more adults the opportunity to protect themselves from pneumococcal disease at the age when risk of infection substantially increases. Pneumococcal bacteria can cause serious illnesses, including pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections, and…… MORE
Yellowstone National Park roads will close October 31 for the winter
The last day for visitors to drive most of Yellowstone National Park’s roads will be Thursday, Oct. 31. The National Park Service said in a news release that the West, South and East entrances and nearly all roads will be closed to regular vehicle trafficNov. 1. The park annually closes roads at this time of…… MORE
Friday is last day to request Ada County absentee ballot for General Election
The deadline to submit an absentee ballot request for the November 5, 2024, General Election is Friday, October 25. Voters may request an absentee ballot online at VoteIdaho.gov until 5 p.m. on Friday. Completed ballots must be returned to Ada County Elections by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Voters can return their ballot by mail,…… MORE
Ada County Highway District winter operations have begun
As the winter season approaches, the Ada County Highway District is kicking off preparation efforts to ensure safe and efficient snow and ice management throughout the county. ACHD’s winter operations are guided by the District’s priority levels which focus first on major thoroughfares such as arterials, collectors, major intersections, overpasses, and bridges as well as…… MORE
Eagle real estate firm will sell your house for free if you are a liberal moving out of Idaho
The posts on Facebook and X made a splash: A real estate firm in Eagle was offering free real estate listings to liberals leaving Idaho. The owner of the real estate firm, Idaho Wild, Mark Fitzpatrick, told the Idaho Statesman, the firm got a range of responses — “everything from people in full support and…… MORE
The Franklin Ribbon Cutting Wednesday October 23rd in Boise
Mayor Lauren McLean is inviting the community to The Franklin Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, October 23rd at 4:00 p.m. Join City of Boise leaders and project partner J. Fisher Companies, as they celebrate the opening of The Franklin, the city’s first affordable housing land trust project. The Franklin is located at 227 S Orchard Street…… MORE
Halloween Trunk or Treat events
Halloween is almost one week away, but in the meantime, plenty of trunk-or-treat events are happening throughout Idaho. According to CBS2, the community is invited to attend the 10th Annual Trunk or Treat at Meridian City Hall on Oct. 24 from 6-9 p.m. Come in costume and visit with over 90 businesses and organizations offering free candy.…… MORE
