Meridian

Interstate 84 traffic through the Treasure Valley continues to worsen with the increase of the region's population. (COMPASS photo).
May 18, 2026

Treasure Valley population grows by 150,000 in six years

Treasure Valley's population increased by roughly 150,000 residents since 2020, highlighting rapid growth in Ada and Canyon counties according to COMPASS.

Black Rock Coffee Bar is opening a ninth location in the Treasure Valley in Garden City. The business features various specialty coffees, smoothies, teas and energy drinks. (PHOTO: BLACK ROCK COFFEE BAR)
Mar 30, 2026

Black Rock Coffee opens new location in Garden City

Black Rock Coffee Bar is opening its ninth Idaho location in Garden City, expanding its presence in the Treasure Valley with specialty coffee offerings.

Jul 1, 2025

Meridian bail bond owner receives probation for insurance fraud

According to DOI, an investigation by its fraud unit discovered Buratto had altered penal amounts on several bail bond documents, submitting falsified documents to AIA in the amounts of $10,000 instead of $100,000.

May 19, 2025

These five Idaho cities ranked in the top 100 nationwide for growth

On the list of 100, Nampa ranked 51st, Kuna 54th, Post Falls 70th, Meridian 71st and Nampa 91st.

Public input is being sought regarding the widening and other fixes to State Highway 69 from Meridian to Kuna to accommodate for the forecasted increase in traffic over the next 25 years. (PHOTO: ITD)
Apr 8, 2025

ITD seeks public input for corridor expected to see increase of 55% in traffic

The roadway in question is State Highway 69 from Orchard Avenue in Kuna to Overland Road in Meridian, and proposed design includes widening, a median and other fixes to accommodate the increased flow of traffic.

Jun 6, 2023

Mayor highlights Meridian’s successes, future plans

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

Jun 1, 2023

Mayor highlights Meridian’s successes, future plans

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

Oct 29, 2019

Meridian approves state’s second Opportunity Zone project

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

photo of ten mlle crossing
Feb 28, 2019

Two vying for Meridian mayoral seat

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

Oct 22, 2018

Pizza giant Marco’s slowly inches into Idaho

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

photo of downtown sandpoint
Oct 17, 2018

Planning departments change national retail branding

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...

Oct 10, 2018

Meridian and Lime agree to remove dockless scooters until March

Southwest Idaho added roughly 150,000 residents in six years, according to new population estimates that underscore the region’s continued transformation from small-city corridor to major metropolitan area. The Community Planning ...


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