Construction

Let’s Build Idaho held its inaugural girls’ camp in June to help girls learn how to build, use the proper tools, and hopefully gain an interest in construction. (PHOTO: LET’S BUILD IDAHO)
Jul 2, 2026

Camp for girls puts emphasis on learning lifelong skills in construction

Let’s Build Idaho camp in Boise teaches girls ages 8 to 14 practical construction skills to empower future trades careers in a male-dominated industry.

St. Luke's celebrated the topping off of its downtown Boise campus project on June 26, 2026. (PHOTO: PROVIDED BY ST. LUKE'S)
Jun 29, 2026

St. Luke’s marks topping out milestone on nine-story Boise hospital tower

St. Luke’s Health System celebrated topping out its nine-story Boise hospital tower, adding 80 beds and expanding surgical capacity by 2030.

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Jun 26, 2026

Idaho roadway maintenance and preservation a priority for ITD

The Idaho Transportation Department shifts focus to maintaining and preserving roads and bridges amid funding changes, seeking public input on seven-year plans.

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Jun 26, 2026

Horizon Credit Union to close, remodel Boise’s Orchard branch

Horizon Credit Union will close its Boise orchard branch for a major remodel, adding interactive teller machines and expanded facilities.

This IdahoLUG LEGO build was inspired by "Avatar." (PHOTO: IDAHOLUG)
Jun 24, 2026

Boise LEGO group inspires STEM learning and community building brick by brick

IdahoLUG in Boise inspires STEM learning and creativity with nearly 1,500 members and large-scale LEGO projects across Idaho.

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Jun 23, 2026

Idaho wins third Silver Shovel award for major economic projects

Idaho wins its third Silver Shovel award for attracting major investments including Micron Technology's $35 billion expansion and Tractor Supply's $225 million project.

Katrina Kulm, left, works with Andy Erstad, right. erstad Architects recently merged with Utah-based FFKR. (PHOTO: ERSTAD)
Jun 22, 2026

Boise firm erstad merges with Salt Lake City-based FFKR Architects

Boise architecture firm erstad merges with Salt Lake City-based FFKR Architects to expand services and project capabilities across the region.

Meridian Mayor Robert Simison, second from left, leads the official groundbreaking ceremony at The District at Ten Mile in May of this year. (PHOTO: STEVE LOMBARD, IBR)
Jun 22, 2026

Project on Ten Mile Road brings together Treasure Valley developers and builders for growing region

The District at Ten Mile in Meridian, Idaho, is a major 220-acre development featuring retail, office, and industrial spaces including Meridian's first Target.

The Village at Meridian is working on expanding its footprint, creating more walkable spaces in its Phase II project. (PHOTO: CENTERCAL PROPERTIES)
Jun 17, 2026

CenterCal Properties expands the Village at Meridian with new retailers and restaurants

CenterCal Properties announces new retail and dining tenants for phase II of the Village at Meridian, enhancing the shopping center in Meridian, Idaho.

This illustration shows how the completed bathrooms will appear at the Morrison Center. (ILLUSTRATION: LOMBARD/CONRAD)
Jun 16, 2026

Morrison Center breaks ground on $4M restroom renovation in Boise

The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts in Boise has begun a $4 million restroom renovation, its first major upgrade since 1984, enhancing accessibility and capacity.

Jun 15, 2026

US homebuilder sentiment falls in June amid rising mortgage and material costs

U.S. homebuilder sentiment dropped to 35 in June due to higher mortgage rates and construction material costs, marking the 14th month below 40.

Arthur Apartments is the latest residential building in downtown Boise and the tallest residential building in the state. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jun 9, 2026

Still time to nominate projects for Idaho Top Projects awards

Idaho's Top Projects awards are accepting nominations for innovative commercial builds valued at $1 million or more. Deadline is June 26.


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