Special Events

From the furry to the feathered, and each one in between, pets are family in Idaho. Over the last few decades, Boise and the greater Treasure Valley area have become increasingly supportive of local dogs and cats within its establishments. Treasure Valley grocery stores, music venues, libraries, coffee shops, restaurants, and even higher learning institutions, are positively pro-pet!

The young man jumped to the wrong conclusion when he backflipped off the Baybrook Bridge, landing on a raft packed with Boise River floaters! Yikes!

Flying the friendly skies is about to be a little more friendly--on your wallet. Spirit Airlines has started a new non-stop route between Boise's Gowen Field Airport and Las Vegas' Harry Reid Airport.

It's August in Idaho. That means hitting the trails, getting ready for back-to-school, and Pumpkin Spice Lattes.

In the "land of the free" and "home of the brave," it's a fairly well known fact that some states enjoy a greater index of freedom than others. Idaho, the Gem State, for instance, is one of the least regulated commonwealths in the nation.

After looking into it, we've decided the potato is one of the most misunderstood and villainized veggies out there. And while Idaho is the home of the russet potato, we could do so much more to advocate for one of our biggest crops!

Thousands of family, friends, and strangers gather each year to celebrate life bringing together individuals from all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. It's a pretty beautiful sight seeing thousands of lanterns lights reflecting upon the water in Julia Davis Park and being a part of a collective experience.

A terrible customer's bogus or otherwise unwarranted review can singlehandedly wreck a hardworking business owner's reputation. That's where decent, responsible, and kindhearted consumers step in. Research shows positive reviews are critical to a company's brand and longevity.

Whether you elect to rent or you're forced to, you can't control the housing market anymore than you can control spring snow in Idaho. What you can do, however, is rent smarter than we did on our first dance with the devil called landlord. Check out our tips for renting smarter not harder.

Since moving to Star eight years ago, I've witnessed drivers by the dozens dismiss Idaho's Move Over Law. Even worse, in order for this to be the case, drivers must exercise the audacity to do it in front of law enforcement and first responders. In light of the Gem State's abrupt population increase, perhaps a quick refresher would help us all.