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Norco, along with St. Luke's and an anonymous donor, have contributed funds to help construct a new health science building at the College of Western Idaho Nampa campus. (ILLUSTRATION: COURTESY CWI)
Jul 22, 2026

Norco and St. Luke’s invest in CWI health care education in Treasure Valley

Norco Inc. and St. Luke’s Health System invest in College of Western Idaho to enhance health care education and rename the Nampa health building.

This illustration shows how the completed project will appear. (ILLUSTRATION: COURTESY CCDC)
Jul 22, 2026

CCDC breaks ground on new parking and commercial space in downtown Boise

The Capital City Development Corporation has started construction on a new public parking facility and commercial space at 1010 W. Jefferson Street in downtown Boise.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City on July 20, 2026. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Brendan McDermid)
Jul 22, 2026

Rising oil prices pressure US futures ahead of Big Tech earnings

Oil prices surpass $95 per barrel, pressuring U.S. futures ahead of key Big Tech earnings amid Middle East tensions and currency fluctuations.

Miami, Florida, is among the states currently considered a buyer's market for homes in the U.S. (PHOTO: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM)
Jul 21, 2026

Homebuyers gain advantage in top US housing markets

Redfin reports sellers now outnumber buyers by nearly 500,000 in 50 largest us metros, creating strong buyer markets in Miami, Nashville, and Texas cities.

Idaho gas prices
Jul 21, 2026

Gas prices rise in Idaho amid renewed Middle East conflict

Gas prices in Idaho increased to an average of $4.05 per gallon due to renewed conflict in the Middle East affecting crude oil supplies.

University of Idaho Extension educator Sawyer Fonnesbeck, Oneida County, drives his family’s chariot team. (PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO)
Jul 21, 2026

University of Idaho Extension launches statewide horse owner education program

University of Idaho Extension launches a comprehensive statewide horse owner education program addressing key knowledge gaps in equine health and nutrition.

Vault Furniture owners Andy and Brandi Gooding specialize in using reclaimed wood to produce custom furniture pieces. PHOTO: STEVE (LOMBARD, IBR)
Jul 21, 2026

Vault Furniture in Caldwell creates custom pieces from reclaimed wood

Vault Furniture in Caldwell creates heirloom-quality custom furniture using reclaimed wood, blending craftsmanship with sustainable design.

The view from the Boise Post restaurant atop the AC Hotel Boise Downtown & Elemeent by Marriott overlooks the downtown area. (PHOTO: AC HOTEL BOISE)
Jul 20, 2026

Downtown Boise’s latest property combines a European-style hotel and extended stay in one location

The AC Hotel Boise Downtown and Element by Marriott offer 296 rooms in a combined luxury and extended stay property in downtown Boise.

Jul 17, 2026

Boise Hunter Homes’ Sicily Named Top Five Residential Projects in the Nation

Funds from three donors have been combined to bring a healthier education system to the Treasure Valley. College of Western Idaho has received investments from Norco Inc., St. Luke’s Health ...

Boise-based buildAidaho works to help businesses in the state learn to maximize use artificial intelligence as proficiently as possible. (PHOTO: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM)
Jul 17, 2026

BuildAidaho helps Idaho businesses leverage AI advancements

BuildAidaho in Boise helps Idaho companies adopt ai technology strategically to enhance business growth and workforce integration.

Patrick Nauman is the owner of Weiser Classic Candy. He purchased the business from Fawn Olsen, who opened the shop in 1984. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jul 17, 2026

This candy company is putting Weiser on the national map

Weiser Classic Candy, led by Patrick Nauman, has grown 300% by expanding wholesale and reaching national markets while supporting Idaho communities.

Jul 16, 2026

Trump says a nuclear renaissance is coming. The deals aren’t.

The trump administration’s ambitious nuclear power plans, including a $100 billion japan partnership for ap1000 reactors, face delays and lack of firm commitments.


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