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Idaho aid workers prepare new plane to bring medicine to remote Congo villages
Mission Aviation Fellowship is preparing a nearly $2.8 million Cessna Grand Caravan EX in Nampa for service in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The donated aircraft will replace an aging plane and help the…
Happy Veterans Day from the Idaho Press
The Idaho Press shares a Veterans Day greeting, recognizing the service and contributions of military veterans. The message marks the annual observance honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
NNU dominates offensive glass in Mayors’ Cup triumph
Northwest Nazarene beat College of Idaho 90-86 in the first Mayors’ Cup men’s basketball game of the season, using its advantage on the offensive glass to secure the win. The Nighthawks grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and…
Parents question response to weapon, threats at Sage Valley Middle School
Parents questioned Vallivue School District leaders after reports of a weapon at Sage Valley Middle School and a separate school shooting threat. Some families said they had kept children home and wanted clearer…
Amazon drones may be disrupting Treasure Valley wildlife, biology professor says
An assistant professor of biology at Northwest Nazarene University says frequent Amazon Prime Air drone flights near the company’s Nampa hub could disturb wildlife during migration season. Residents have reported…
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Nampa neighbors say Amazon delivery drones are disrupting their daily lives
Residents in Nampa, Idaho, are expressing frustration over the constant noise caused by Amazon Prime Air delivery drones. Neighbors report that the persistent buzzing is audible even inside their homes with doors and…
Idaho Bratz flag football team eyes national stage
The Idaho Bratz girls flag football team is building a path for local players as the sport grows ahead of its planned 2028 Olympic debut. Two athletes earned Under Armour Top 100 recognition this year, helping them…
Power outage hits Nampa, affecting 2,400+ residents
A significant power outage in Nampa, Idaho, is currently affecting over 2,400 residents. According to Idaho Power, the disruption was caused by an equipment failure. The outage has disabled several traffic signals…
Gov. Little orders flags to half-staff to honor fallen firefighter
Idaho Governor Brad Little has ordered state and U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff to honor firefighter Joseph Wyatt Gates. Gates died in the line of duty in Cassia County earlier this week after the fire truck he…
Guest commentary: Nampa police and taxpayers deserve a better funding system
Nampa voters have rejected a proposed $5 million annual police levy, with 55% voting against the measure. City Councilman Sebastian Griffin suggests the result reflects taxpayer concerns over funding growth-related…
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$49 million road funding gap remains, Canyon County rejects registration fee
Canyon County voters have rejected a proposed $20 annual vehicle registration fee intended to address a $49 million road funding gap. The measure would have generated approximately $4.4 million annually for local road…
Nampa's 2026 Christmas tree donated by family who grew it for 24 years
Nampa has installed its 2026 holiday centerpiece, a 28-foot white fir donated by a local family. The tree, which grew in a South Nampa front yard for 24 years, was transported to the city's historic train depot. City…
Nampa Public Library to host Living Voices’ ‘Native Vision’ program
The Nampa Public Library will host 'Native Vision,' an immersive multimedia performance by Living Voices, on November 16. The program explores Native American history, focusing on the experiences of Navajo Code Talkers…
Nampa police chief explains staffing shifts after voters reject $5M levy
The Nampa Police Department is restructuring its staffing after voters rejected a proposed $5 million levy intended to fund officer recruitment and retention. With only 45% of voters supporting the measure, the…
Nampa voters reject $5 million public safety levy
Nampa voters rejected a proposed permanent $5 million annual public safety levy on Tuesday, with 54.5% of voters opposing the measure. The levy required a 60% supermajority to pass. The funding was intended to hire 24…
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Your next Amazon order could arrive by drone
Amazon has launched its Prime Air drone delivery service for select shoppers in the Treasure Valley area of Idaho. Operating from a fulfillment center in Nampa, the service promises delivery of small, everyday items in…
Nampa voters reject $5 million levy to boost safety
Voters in Nampa have rejected a proposed $5 million public safety levy. The measure, which aimed to increase funding for local safety initiatives, failed to pass during Tuesday's election. City officials had spent…
Amazon drones launch deliveries in Treasure Valley
Amazon has officially launched drone delivery services from its Nampa fulfillment center, expanding its Prime Air operations to the Boise metropolitan area. The service covers a 7.5-mile radius, including parts of Kuna…
Amazon Drones Now Delivering In Nampa
Amazon has officially launched its drone delivery service in Nampa, Idaho, with coverage extending to the surrounding areas of Star and Meridian. This expansion marks a significant step in the company's autonomous…
Nampa council recommends changes to food truck ordinance; vendors hopeful
The Nampa City Council reviewed a proposed ordinance for mobile food vendors on Monday, recommending several adjustments to the draft. While the council delayed a final vote, the proposed changes include creating a…
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Micron funds new Canyon County to Boise transit route
Micron Technology has committed $11.6 million to fund a new public express transit route connecting Canyon County to Boise. The five-year project, managed by Valley Regional Transit, aims to restore reliable…
Nampa receives record $43 million grant for new railroad overpass
The city of Nampa has been awarded a record $43 million grant to fund the construction of a new railroad overpass. This significant infrastructure investment aims to improve traffic flow and safety within the community…
Neighbors weigh in on new Amazon drone delivery service launched in Nampa
Amazon has officially launched its Amazon Air drone delivery service in Nampa, Idaho, offering ultra-fast shipping for small packages within a 170-square-mile radius. While some residents expressed excitement about the…
City of Nampa receives a near $43M grant for railroad overpass project
The City of Nampa has secured nearly $43 million in federal funding, the largest transportation grant in the city's history, to construct a new railroad overpass at Robinson and Greenhurst roads. The project aims to…
Amazon Prime Air launches drone delivery service in Nampa
Amazon has officially launched its Prime Air drone delivery service in Nampa, Idaho. Select customers can now receive packages weighing up to five pounds via MK-30 drones, with the company aiming for delivery times…
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Nampa house fire displaces family of 6, cause under investigation
A family of six was displaced early Thursday morning after a fire caused significant damage to their home in Nampa, Idaho. Firefighters and EMS crews responded to the scene shortly after 2:30 a.m. All family members and…
City of Nampa seeks new operator for public shooting range
The City of Nampa is currently accepting proposals from organizations to operate the Nampa Public Shooting Range. The facility, which provides indoor archery and air rifle target shooting, requires a new operator…