Arts + Culture

Meridian Meets Its Artistic Community

Fine art items that are presented, handcrafted and handmade by the artists Article by Kurt Orzeck | Photography by Provided Treasure Valley residents will find an exciting new opportunity to support local businesses, engage in the community, and make a few friends to boot. What kind of event could pull off such an unfathomable feat? Meet the first-ever Meridian Fine Art Festival , to be held at Kleiner Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 29th and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the following day. ...

June 2024

Entertainment

Step Back in Time

Summer Music Festival at Roseberry Article by Pamela Kleibrink Thompson | Photography by Lance Thompson + Provided In 1911, Roseberry was the largest town in Idaho’s Long Valley, complete with a hotel, two blacksmith shops, a restaurant, butcher shop, and a logging mill to serve the town’s descendants of Finnish homesteaders. But when the railroad bypassed the town less than two miles to the west in 1914, many people decided to move closer to the rail lines, establishing the town of Donnelly...

June 2024

Life + Culture

The Rising Star

The community of Star offers small town charms with big town conveniences Article and Photography by Ashley Loeb With a history steeped in the journeys of western travelers along the Oregon trail or heading to nearby mines, Star has been a resting place for people since the mid-1800’s. Earning its name from a wooden star posted on its first schoolhouse, Star became a welcoming destination and remains so to this day. Current Mayor Trevor A. Chadwick declared that “Star remains a beacon of...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Meridian + Valley Events

JULY 2024 Article and Photography by 2 —Tuesdays on the Creek Indian Creek Plaza, 6 PM: 20-week event series with Farm to Fork Farmers’ Market! indiancreekplaza.com 2 —#TerrorTuesdays: A Classic Horror Film & Popcorn Voodoo Cellar Boise, 7 PM: Free horror film, popcorn, and win drinks every Tuesday. voodoocellarboise.com 3 —God & Country Festival 2024 Ford Idaho Center, 6:30 PM: Family-friendly fun with fireworks, Christian bands. godandcountryfestival.com 4 — Independence Day ...

June 2024

Travel

Leading the Charge

Combating Wildfires in Idaho and Beyond Article by Chelsea Chambers | Photography by BLM Staff: Erin Jones, Sarah Beckwith, Suzanne Allman, Colby K. Neal, Jennifer Myslilvy, Joe Bradshaw Did you know that there are over 53 million acres of land in Idaho? Comprised of more than 80,000 square miles, Idaho is actually one of the largest states by land area, coming in at number 14 behind Alaska, Texas, Montana, and a few others. The Gem State continues to grow in population, causing urban areas to...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Independence Day in Meridian

Celebration that kicks off the summer holidays with BBQ’s, fireworks, and community celebrations Article by Tricia Busalacchi | Photography by Provided Independence Day in the United States! A celebration that for many kicks off the summer holidays with BBQ’s, fireworks, and community celebrations abound. The holiday stems from the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, even though only two signatures were actually applied on this day! The remaining 54 were gathered over the...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Serving Idaho for Nearly 40 Years

The Idaho Recreation and Tourism Initiative Article by Chelsea Chambers | Photography by Skylar Jett, Erik Ryan, Chelsea Chambers, Peter Schuler From the towering peaks of Mount Borah to the cool depths of Lake Pend Oreille and all the diverse landscapes in between, Idaho’s recreational heritage is unequivocally why so many people have fallen in love with the Gem State. Comprised of over fifty million acres of forests, rivers, deserts, and more, there’s no shortage of ways to get yourself into...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Food Trucks and Outdoor Venues

Food tastes good and Music sounds great outside Article by Jana Kemp | Photography by Jana Kemp and Provided Food trucks and outdoor concert venues thrive in our hospitable climate. Find food trucks at: Farmers Markets in Boise, Eagle, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell; night-life streets in Boise; brewery locations in Eagle, Garden City, and Boise; and art in the city events in Boise, Eagle, and Meridian. Outdoor concert venues include the Western Idaho State Fair at Expo Idaho , parks, the Canyon...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Father Knows Best

Working Wisdom from Dad Article by Pamela Kleibrink Thompson | Photography by Pamela Thompson, Sue Kleibrink, others In the United States, we celebrate fatherhood on the third Sunday of June. Sonora Dodd proposed the idea of Father's Day to honor her father, William Jackson Smart, a Civil War veteran, who had raised six children as a single parent. Although his birthday was June 5, the Spokane Ministerial Alliance finally agreed upon the third Sunday of June to commemorate and recognize...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Meridian Speedway: Revving Through Historical Milestones

Celebrating Meridian Speedway's Distinction in the National Register of Historic Places, Reflecting Its Enduring Cultural and Sporting Significance Article by Denise Llorente | Photography by Tyler Schild + Meridian Speedway Meridian Speedway, a cherished landmark nestled in the heart of Meridian, Idaho, has recently gained national recognition by being listed in the esteemed National Register of Historic Places. This prestigious designation highlights the Speedway's profound local...

May 2024