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Healing One Dive At A Time

Neptune Warrior transforms post-traumatic stress into growth, offering veterans scuba training, coaching, and tribe-centered community connection Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Neptune Warrior Beneath azure Hawaiian waves, taking one measured breath at a time, Rob Anderson found something he wanted to share: peace. Anderson is the founder of Neptune Warrior, a diving nonprofit focused on helping veterans, particularly those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), disabilities...

Life + Culture

Meridian + Valley 2025

NOVEMBER 2025 Article and Photography by 1 —  Toys for Tots Car Show Fred Meyer, Meridian 10 AM: Classic cars, family fun, and holiday giving.  1 — Veterans Breakfast Warhawk Air Museum, 8 AM: Honor veterans and share a hearty breakfast. warhawkairmuseum.org 1 — Paint with Penguins Zoo Boise, 1 PM: A paint-and-sip with penguins adding their artistic touch! zooboise.org 2 — Dia De Muertos JUMP, 3 PM: Honor loved ones with music, color, and tradition. jumpboise.org 4 — ...

Food + Beverage

Thankful for Traditions

Where wine, friendship, and gratitude create timeless holiday traditions Article by Tammy de Weerd | Photography by Spoken Wines + provided The day after Thanksgiving has long been more than a shopping holiday for our family—it’s our tradition of slowing down, gathering loved ones, and tracing the Sunnyslope Wine Trail south of Caldwell/Nampa. What began as a way to extend the Thanksgiving spirit has grown into years of memories and introducing friends and family to favorite wineries and...

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From Tradition to Twist: Rethinking the Thanksgiving Main Course

Moist, tender hens make Thanksgiving cooking easier and tastier Article by Greg Neruda | Photography by Phil White + Provided Take it easy on yourself—Thanksgiving doesn’t always have to mean turkey. A roasted Cornish game hen is a simple, satisfying alternative that still feels festive without the fuss of a 20-pound bird. Game hens are moist, flavorful, and quick to prepare. They roast in under an hour (not counting brining), take up far less space in the pot if you do brine, and leave...

Life + Culture

Bravo Company Remembered

On Veterans Day, Idaho filmmakers Ken and Betty Rodgers honor the Marines of Khe Sanh, preserving their stories of survival, sacrifice, and resilience for future generations Article by Pamela Kleibrink Thompson | Photography by Michael E. O'Hara, Mike McCauley, Don Johnson, Betty Rodgers On Veterans Day November 11th, we honor all Americans who served in the military. This year, 2025, marks the 57th anniversary of the 77-day siege at Khe Sanh, where Marines in Vietnam endured constant rocket...

Life + Culture

Where Vending Machines Offer Hope Instead of Snacks

Holiday kiosks turn generosity into action across the Valley Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Fabian Huffaker What if you could turn a vending machine into an act of compassion? This holiday season, Treasure Valley residents will once again have that chance. The  Light the World Giving Machines  bring public giving to a personal level, letting people purchase items for those in need—from warm clothes to clean water—with the push of a button. First launched in 2017, the Giving Machines...

Shopping

Eagle Holiday Shop Hop: Supporting Local Businesses

DISCOVER 19 UNIQUE SHOPS AND CELEBRATE DOWNTOWN EAGLE'S SPIRIT NOVEMBER 13-15 Article by Staff Writer Each November, the streets of Eagle take on a festive buzz as the Eagle Holiday Shop Hop returns. What began as an idea to encourage neighbors to shop locally has grown into a three-day community event that highlights the city’s independent businesses while drawing residents into the heart of town. This year’s Shop Hop runs November 13–15, with 19 participating businesses opening their doors...

Arts + Culture

Art Thrives in Sun Valley

In Sun Valley, art flourishes through landscape inspiration, community support, and world-class gallery connections Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by SVGA + Provided Sun Valley’s fine arts scene is rich with longstanding galleries and numerous working artists who call the Wood River Valley their home. The stunning mountain scenery and beauty of Sun Valley inspire many, including not just recreationists and athletes, but also artists and art enthusiasts. Respected and reputable...

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Stronger Together Idaho

Two organizations become one, aligning missions to connect donors, empower nonprofits, and ensure Idaho’s generosity reaches every community Article by Chelsea Chambers | Photography by The Idaho Community Foundation + Idaho Nonprofit Center On a crisp fall morning in the Idaho panhandle, a retired teacher logs onto her computer to donate $25 to her favorite local food pantry. On other side of the Gem State, a family business in Twin Falls County finalizes a six-figure gift to fund...

Food + Beverage

From Architect to Vintner

Celebrating resilience, family heritage, and Idaho’s evolving wine culture Article and Photography by Ashley Loeb When Native Idahoan Greg Koenig became an architect, designing his own wineries and bringing volcanic soil to life through the vine was nowhere in his purview. Fortunately for Idaho wine lovers, his family background in the restaurant/hospitality industry and interest in fermentation science led him down this unexpected path to viticulture when he joined forces with his brother...