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Local Life/July 7, 2026

Robie Creek Is the Paddleboard Day Trip Boise Didn’t Know It Needed

A local Realtor and self-described unofficial tour guide is pointing Boise families toward Robie Creek, a 35-minute drive that rewards with calm water and room to paddle.

Local Life/July 6, 2026

Boise’s America250 Celebration Caught a Grand Finale on Camera

A YouTube channel captured Boise’s commemoration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, including what the channel calls a grand finale worth sticking around for.

Food & Drink/July 6, 2026

Eight Scoops Around Boise That Actually Deserve the Summer Hype

motion rounded up eight local ice cream spots worth tracking down this summer, from a Northend trolley to a Greenbelt-side creamery.

Getaways/July 3, 2026

Burley’s Flower Pot Is a Literal Tiny Home With a Rooftop and Hot Tub

A converted tiny home in Burley, Idaho offers a rooftop patio, private hot tub, and a genuine small-town farming experience about two hours southeast of Boise.

Getaways/July 2, 2026

A Double-Decker Bus from England Is Now a Caldwell Guestroom

A vintage British double-decker bus, shipped from England and converted into a private retreat, sits on a working property in Caldwell and is available to book on Airbnb.

Food & Drink/July 2, 2026

Sidequest’s Cacio e Pepe and Steak Frites Are Already Earning Repeat Customers

A first-time visit to Sidequest, the Wylder Group’s newest Boise restaurant, left one diner ready to book a return trip before the check arrived.

Local Life/June 29, 2026

Boise’s Summer Hailstorm Upstaged Every Forecast This Week

A TikTok clip from @crystalnovaa captured a sudden Boise hailstorm that resonated far beyond the Treasure Valley.

Local Life/June 29, 2026

Simplot Hill Just Got a Summer Upgrade Nobody Asked For But Everyone Needed

A TikTok from @djyungbuck shows someone turned Boise’s beloved sledding hill into a slip-n-slide, and it looks exactly as fun as it sounds.

Growth & Development/June 26, 2026

The Avery Has Been Here Since 1910—Here’s What a Full Weekend Looks Like Now

A TikTok creator documents a complete stay at The Avery Hotel, from Tiner’s Alley nightcaps to Sunday brunch at the Brasserie.

Local Life/June 25, 2026

A Man Running Across America Just Ran Into Boise—4,337 Miles Down

Ultra-endurance runner @noahontherun arrived at the Idaho State Capitol on day 201 of a 5,500-mile coast-to-coast journey, escorted in by Boise police and greeted by family and veterans.

Outdoors & River/June 23, 2026

The Boise River Is Running Big Right Now—Time to Walk the Greenbelt

A TikTok from @farmfreshtech captures the Boise River running high and fast, making the Greenbelt worth a visit this week.

Food & Drink/June 22, 2026

Twelve Seats, One Menu, No Repeats: Hemlock’s Chef Tasting Is Earned

A recent first-timer describes Hemlock’s 12-seat chef-led tasting dinner as some of the best food she’s had in the Treasure Valley.