Buzz About Boise: November 2022

Idaho Ranked #3 for Maintaining Talent & #1 for Job Growth
Source: Lightcast
Lightcast released their annual Talent Attraction Scorecard and.... Idaho ranked #1 for job growth from 2017-2021 and #3 for maintaining talent in 2022. Both Ada and Canyon County were also ranked among the top 25 large counties across the U.S.


Why Public Transit Lags Behind Treasure Valley Growth
Source: KTVB
With how quickly the Treasure Valley has grown, many have questioned if, when and how public transportation can be ramped up to match the current need. In this week's edition of their "Growing Idaho" series, KTVB zeroes in on the valley's public transportation dilemma. At the end of the day, like so many things, the biggest hurdle comes down to funding.

Boise Farmers Market Opening an Indoor Winter Market
Source: Idaho News
Just because it's getting colder doesn't mean you won't be able to continue to get your fill of locally sourced & produced goods (produce, artisan cheeses, breads, microgreens, ciders, pastries, locally made gifts, and much, much more). The Boise Farmers Market (BFM) recently announced that they will be opening their BFM Indoor Winter Market this Saturday, November 5th! It will be located in the old Foothills School Building (610 8th Street).


Three Downtown Boise Parks Adding Free Wifi 
Source: Boise Dev
The city of Boise will be adding Wifi to Ann Morrison, Julia Davis and Cecil D. Andrus park! By next fall all three should be dialed and ready for you to connect. According to this article, the city budgeted $2.3 million for the project, with all but $300,000 coming from federal American Rescue Plan Act funds.


Nampa Gets a Shoutout from the New York Times
Source: New York Times
If you haven't been to downtown Nampa lately, you might be surprised to see just how much has been done - it's become quite the thriving hotspot! Check out this recent New York Times article Meet Me Downtown, which highlights the growing Boise suburb & then be sure to go check it out yourself.


Idaho Shakespeare Festival's 2023 Lineup Announced
Source: Idaho Shakespeare Festival
Starting Tuesday, November 18th at 10am you can purchase tickets for the Idaho Shakespeare Festival's 2023 season. Their lineup of plays includes: Little Shop of Horrors, Sense and Sensibility, Dracula: The Bloody Truth & more! Something for just about everyone - exciting!


Annual Ski Swap: Happening Today through Sunday the 6th
Source: KBOI
Calling all skiers & snowboarders - the Bogus Basin Ski Education Foundation's 71st annual Ski Swap is happening NOW at Expo Idaho. If you're looking to swap out (and up) - simply bring your used equipment down to Idaho Expo, choose your price, tag your items and put them on display for sale.


Redesigning Expo Idaho - Initial Pitch Envisions Major Revamp of 90-Acre Riverfront Site
Source: BoiseDev
Six firms applied to partner with Ada County on a project to redesign Expo Idaho. The top three went on to present their visions before Ada County Commissioners (and the public) a couple of weeks ago.  According to this article, there doesn't seem to be a official project timeline yet "or how all of it would be paid for once federal American Rescue Plan Act funds are expended, but the full process to transform the mothballed Les Bois Park into a public park is expected to take years and be built in multiple phases."


Events & Activities Across the Valley
Source: Downtown Boise
Looking to add a few more activities to your fall calendar? Check out this calendar for a great list of upcoming events!

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