Life + Culture

Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders

Local educators inspire growth, curiosity, and lifelong achievement Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Phil Wite, The 8th Street Studio The Treasure Valley has changed a lot over the past decade. New neighborhoods continue to appear across Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Kuna, and surrounding communities. Families are arriving from around the country, bringing new energy, new perspectives, and new opportunities. Along with that growth comes an important question for many parents: where will...

Wellness

Helping Children Learn Emotional Balance

Why unstructured time, patience, and quiet moments still matter for children growing up in a constantly connected world Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Phil Wite, The 8th Street Studio + Provided Growing Up Overstimulated For many parents, one of the most familiar scenes today is also one of the quietest: a child staring down at a phone for hours at a time. Lisa Schiro, Founder & CEO of K-Counseling & Anxiety Treatment, says conversations with families increasingly revolve around...

Food + Beverage

The Company We Keep

Patios, parks, and public spaces increasingly welcome dogs as companions rather than visitors left waiting at home Article by Tammy de Weerd | Photography by Tammy de Weerd, provided We were recently relaxing on a dog-friendly patio along the Boise River Greenbelt on one of those perfect Idaho afternoons when nobody seemed in a hurry. At the table next to us sat a group of friends, laughing and deep in conversation. Stretched out beside one of the women was a beautiful German Shepherd wearing...

Arts + Culture

Safari Summer

ZooTeens Evolve Job Skills and Wildlife Experience at Zoo Boise Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Zoo Boise As you move amongst Zoo Boise’s penguins, lions, and giraffes, keep your eyes out for the zoo’s newest summer residents: the ZooTeens. The annual summer volunteer program offers teens aged 13-17 the chance to further their interests in zoology, conservation, and the environment while helping out in the community. Zoo Boise Director of Education Tierney Ball knows the impact of...