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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Caldwell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Idaho Power filed its annual Power Cost Adjustment with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission to request a decrease in electric rates, meaning a typical resident using 950 kilowatt-hours per month will see an 8.26% drop in cost or about $9.97 if approved. The changes will take effect on June 1 — pending approval.  IdahoNews

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Bureau of Land Management began prescribed burns in southwest Idaho on April 15 to lower wildfire risk and reduce hazardous fuel buildup; each burn is expected to last three to five days and include sites like Antelope Ridge (81 acres) and Rock Creek (1,058 acres).  IdahoNews

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Little signed House Bill 109 banning candy and soda from the government food assistance program — his administration seeks a waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to implement the changes.  IdahoNews

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Breakfast & Ride to Owyhee Reservoir

    9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Nathan's Greenleaf Café — Free — Enjoy breakfast followed by a scenic bike ride to Owyhee Reservoir.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Idaho DU Super Bingo

    4-9 p.m. — O'Connor Field House — Contact for entry fee — Enjoy an exciting night of Bingo in support of conservation efforts.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • Cinco De Mayo Fiesta

    5-9 p.m. — Indian Creek Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Mexican culture with live music, dancing, and a taco truck taste-off.

    Mon, 5/5/25

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  • Recovery Girls Meeting

    7-8 p.m. — Caldwell, ID — Free entry — Open speaker meeting for women focusing on recovery from alcohol addiction in a supportive environment.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Tai Chi and Qigong

    10-11 a.m. — Caldwell Public Library — Free entry — Engage in mindful and holistic exercises for overall health and well-being.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Mother’s Day Brunch

    10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Huston Vineyards — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Mom with a delightful brunch featuring Chef April Hale and live music by Steve Fultz.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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