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Warbird Roundup returns Aug.

29-30 at Warhawk Air Museum when more than 25 historic warbirds will fly, with gates opening at 8 a.m.—food trucks, a kids zone and vendors add extra fun as shuttles run from Ford Idaho Center.

Hunting season is underway in Idaho, but hunters planning trips in areas affected by the Big Grass and Tartar fires may need to adjust their routes as closures and shifting wildlife patterns change access.

Officials advise checking current fire notifications and site conditions before heading out.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has mailed over 300 million free books to children, including local kids, with help from community partners (families receive one age-appropriate book each month at no cost).

Supporters and local groups continue to boost this literacy program.

The City of Caldwell announced a 50-year lease extension for the iconic Caldwell Night Rodeo after its 102nd anniversary event.

The lease (divided into five-year increments) includes modest rental increases and expanded parking to support the growing family tradition.

Idaho joined a $15.5M multistate settlement with NewRez, refunding 16 local homeowners an average of $1,400 per person + covering $84,016 in penalties after detecting improper force-placed insurance.

The department urged borrowers to review mortgage statements for any unauthorized charges.

Today, the city renewed the Night Rodeo lease through 2076, ensuring the event continues for over 50 years and will mark its 150th anniversary, while Mayor Eric Phillips said the move preserves a tradition that has defined our community.

West Ada School District topped Idaho's largest districts on ISAT with 69% in English Language Arts and over 57% in math, outpacing Treasure Valley districts.

The Caldwell School District scored 30% in English Language Arts and 19% in math.

The City of Caldwell has boosted school-zone safety as students return by installing a HAWK signal at Fair Oaks Drive & Indiana Avenue in front of the high school and by deploying officers in nearby school zones over the next two weeks following summer street improvements.