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Posted on: March 14, 2019

Nampa Fire Chief announces resignation

Mayor Debbie Kling and the Nampa City Council have accepted the resignation of Nampa Fire Chief Phil Roberts, effective April 1, 2019.

Regarding his resignation Roberts said, “I believe at this time, it is best for me to be close to my family. Wi...

Posted on: March 7, 2019

Nampa Food Truck Rally Goes to the Dogs

This isn’t your typical food truck rally… this one is going to the dogs! Join the Nampa Dog Park Committee and, maybe even some Leprechauns, for some good food, live music, vendors and beer. This St. Patrick&rs...

Posted on: March 4, 2019

Community member sought to serve on Nampa’s Airport Commission

The City of Nampa is seeking applications from Nampa residents to fill an opening on Nampa’s Airport Commission.

The Airport Commission is a volunteer position comprised of five individuals appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the Nampa City C...

Posted on: March 1, 2019

Mayor Kling invites community to March events

Mayor Kling invites the community to a special preschool storytime at the Nampa Public Library (215 12th Ave. S.) March 6 from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Preschool storytimes are filled with stories, music, activities, and more.

Nampa’s State of the Cit...

Posted on: February 28, 2019

Project Bronco announces adjusted construction timeline

Today Project Bronco announced a change to their construction timeline in Nampa.

Project Bronco representatives said, “There are a variety of factors that we take into account when deciding to launch a facility – and we’ve found all of those in Nampa, Idah...

Posted on: February 25, 2019

Nampa Library celebrates five years of Art Endeavor programs at March 5 event

The Nampa Public Library will celebrate five years of Art Endeavor programs on Tues., March 5 from 4:30-6 p.m. Learn about Vincent van Gogh and paint sunflowers as was done at the first Art Endeavor program in January 2014. Refreshments and a slideshow of...

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Posted on: February 22, 2019

Arts and Historic Preservation Commission members needed

The City of Nampa seeks volunteers with knowledge about architecture, history, architectural history, urban planning, archaeology, engineering, law, or other historic preservation related disciplines who are interested in serving on the Arts & Histori...

Posted on: February 15, 2019

Community input invited at fourth Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meeting

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee October 2018

The City of Nampa invites the public to attend and participate in the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meeting Thurs., February 21, 2019 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Nampa City Hall (411 3^rd St. S., Nampa, ID 83651).

The February 21 meeting will discuss compon...

Posted on: February 14, 2019

Mayor Kling seeks student to emcee Nampa’s State of the City

Mayor Debbie Kling is excited to announce a special opportunity for a Nampa student to emcee the State of the City on March 20, 2019 at Columbia High School.

Nampa students ages 8 to 18 who are passionate about Nampa and are comfortable speaking in front o...

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Posted on: February 12, 2019

City of Nampa hires new Finance Director

The City of Nampa is pleased to announce Doug Racine has been selected to serve as the new finance director effective February 25, 2019. Racine comes to the City of Nampa with more than 25 years of experience in auditing, accounting and finance.

Racine sha...

Posted on: February 7, 2019

Community invited to Middleton Road improvements open house Feb. 21

The public will have their first opportunity to review and provide comment on the concept design for the improvements of Middleton Road from north of Greenhurst Road to south of Roosevelt Avenue on Thursday, February 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Owyhee Elementa...

Posted on: January 25, 2019

Nampa's State of City will be March 20

NAMPA’S STATE OF THE CITY WILL BE MARCH 20

Wed., March 20, 20194:00 to 5:00 p.m. Address | 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Reception Columbia High School | 301 S Happy Valley Road, Nampa

Mayor Debbie Kling invites the community to Nampa’s Sta...

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Posted on: January 31, 2019

Nampa Library honors President Lincoln and his connection to Idaho with presentation by David Leroy

To commemorate the 210th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, David Leroy will generously share portions of his Lincoln memorabilia with the Nampa Public Library throughout the month of February. These memorabilia will be displayed in the Local Hi...

Posted on: January 30, 2019

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is seeking new members

The City of Nampa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is seeking new members and invites residents interested in bicycling, walking, healthy activity, and multi-modal transportation choice to apply.

The committee is comprised of seven (7)...

Posted on: January 29, 2019

Nampa Parks and Recreation Department announces February 2019 Events

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of February from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Nampa ...

Posted on: January 29, 2019

City of Nampa to vote on proposed impact fees March 4

Impact Fees estimated timeline proposal 2019 updated

The Nampa City Council will vote on the proposed capital improvement plan and impact fees March 4, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Nampa City Hall, located at 411 3^rd St. S. in Nampa.

The Nampa City Council held a public hearing on the proposed changes Tues...

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Posted on: January 12, 2019

Community Invited to Nampa Airport Master Plan Public Meeting Jan. 17

Airport Master Plan Meeting 1 | Warhawk Air Museum

The City of Nampa is holding a public meeting Jan. 17 at the Warhawk Air Museum (201 Municipal Dr.) to discuss progress on the Nampa Airport Master Plan. Community members are invited to attend one of two identical pres...

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Posted on: January 3, 2019

Greenhurst Road Rebuild Project begins January 14

The City of Nampa will begin the first phase (Phase 1) of the Greenhurst Road rebuild project January 14, 2019. The contractor, Granite Excavation, will begin the project on East Greenhurst Road, from 12^th Avenue Road to South Juniper Street.

Major con...

Posted on: December 26, 2018

New Year’s Eve Lock-In at the Nampa Recreation Center

Get ready to ring in 2019! Stay locked-in at the Nampa Recreation Center all night! Kids will participate in a safe, supervised New Year’s Eve party while enjoying movies, swimming, games a pizza party, and more. Children sho...

Posted on: December 26, 2018

City of Nampa announces Christmas tree recycling starting December 26

The City of Nampa will accept Christmas trees for recycling from Wednesday, December 26, 2018 through Friday, January 18, 2019. Trees may be dropped off at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, located at 76 6th Street North, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m....

Posted on: December 12, 2018

North Nampa's Opportunity Zone

The White House hosted a nationwide conference call this morning ahead of President Trump signing the Executive Order on Opportunity Zones. Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling participated on the call and would like to remind the investment community of North Nampa&...

Posted on: December 11, 2018

Mayor Kling invites community to Christmas open house December 19

Mayor Debbie Kling invites the community to a Christmas open house Wednesday, December 19 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the foyer of Nampa City Hall, located at 411 3^rd St. S.

The gathering is a wonderful opportunity to share holiday greetings and visit with M...

Posted on: December 5, 2018

Take a Christmas Lights Tour in Nampa

Want to see the spectacular Christmas light displays in Nampa, but don’t know where to go? Let us do the driving for you.

Join the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department’s annual Christmas Light Tour and experience...

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Posted on: November 29, 2018

Nampa Library will host annual Christmas at the Library, including “Merry TubaChristmas” performers,

The Nampa Public Library will host the fourth annual “Christmas at the Library” on Saturday, Dec. 8.

At 11 a.m. the Encore Carolers will perform in the lobby. Now in their 16th year as the Treasure Valley's premier Christmas vocal ensem...

Posted on: November 28, 2018

Nampa Public Library Food for Fines

The Nampa Public Library is pleased to announce its annual Food for Fines program.

During the month of December, bring in one item of non-perishable, unexpired food to have $1 in fines waived; maximum $10 in fines waived per day.

All food donations will go ...

Posted on: November 28, 2018

Nampa Fire Department invites community to Nampa Squad 51 “push in” ceremony December 3

The Nampa Fire Department (NFD) invites to the community to learn about its newest response vehicle and participate in a fire service tradition, the “push in ceremony” for Nampa Squad 51 on December 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Fire Statio...

Posted on: November 15, 2018

Applications sought for Nampa Public Library Board of Trustees

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill an upcoming vacancy seat on the Nampa Public Library Board of Trustees. The position is being vacated by Debra Holm who has served on the board for nine years.

The individual app...

Posted on: November 14, 2018

City of Nampa awarded over $14 million in transportation grants

The City of Nampa has successfully partnered with Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC), Community Development Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) and Valley Regional Transit (VRT) to compete for an...

Posted on: November 13, 2018

City of Nampa invites community input at second Comprehensive Plan meeting

The City of Nampa invites the public to attend and participate in the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meeting Thurs., November 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Nampa Civic Center (311 3^rd St. S., Nampa, ID 83651).

The November 15 meeting, the second of thr...

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Posted on: November 12, 2018

Nampa Christmas tree will be cut down, set up in Downtown Tuesday

In preparation for the annual Christmas Tree lighting on Saturday, Nov. 24, the City of Nampa, with help from Qualitree, will cut down a donated blue spruce tree and put it up at its new Downtown location Tues., Nov. 13. Weather permitting, the tree will ...

Posted on: November 8, 2018

City of Nampa Finance Director Vikki Chandler announces retirement

City of Nampa Finance Director Vikki Chandler has announced she will retire effective November 21, 2018.

Chandler said, “It has been my privilege to serve the citizens of Nampa for the past 10 years. I have been most grateful for this opportunity. I have f...

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Posted on: October 29, 2018

Nampa Library extended hours begin Oct. 31 with Halloween at the Library

The Nampa Public Library will kick off extended hours on Oct. 31 with Halloween at the Library, an event for the entire family. Downtown trick-or-treating will occur between 3-5 p.m., and Halloween activities will take place at the Library from 5:30-8 p.m...

Posted on: October 22, 2018

Park Restrooms will Close for Winter October 30

The Nampa Parks & Recreation Department will be closing park restrooms for the winter on October 30, 2018. Park restrooms will be winterized to prevent freezing damage through the winter. The restrooms will reopen in the spring.

Some parks will have po...

Posted on: October 16, 2018

City of Nampa Comprehensive Plan Update

The City of Nampa is beginning a process to review and update its Comprehensive Plan which guides growth and development in Nampa. Community members are invited to join in the process by attending open houses, completing surveys or participating in the Co...

Posted on: October 9, 2018

Community Volunteers needed for Rake-Up Nampa

Community Volunteers needed for Rake-Up Nampa

Fall is a beautiful time of year, but falling leaves often pose a problem for senior and disabled residents who are unable to rake fallen leaves on their property. The City of Nampa is seeking applications from...

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Posted on: October 10, 2018

Nampa Public Library hosts first annual Indie Author Day, Oct. 13

The Nampa Public Library is proud to host the first annual Indie Author Day this Saturday, Oct. 13. Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to hear from authors and writers’ groups. You may also enter a raffle where prizes will be awarded throughou...

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Posted on: October 1, 2018

Library Board of Trustees approves extended hours for Nampa Library, beginning Oct. 31

Nampa citizens will soon have greater access to their library, with five additional hours open each week. Survey results and comments from patrons were the catalyst for this positive change. Nampa Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved extended op...

Posted on: October 1, 2018

Nampa Finance Department receives financial reporting award for 37th year

The City of Nampa Finance Department has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 37th consecutive time. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financia...

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Posted on: October 1, 2018

City of Nampa seeks community input on airport master plan

The City of Nampa invites community members to give early input on a long-range planning effort for the Nampa Municipal Airport. The first of several input opportunities will be held on Tues., Oct. 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Warhawk Air Museum (201 ...

Airport Master Plan City of Nampa

Posted on: September 25, 2018

Statement from City of Nampa Legal Counsel

The City of Nampa is committed to openness and transparency in all we do. As part of this commitment, our legal counsel has provided a statement in response a recent Idaho Press article:

The executive session held by Nampa City Council on Septembe...

Posted on: September 24, 2018

2nd and 3rd Streets South Rebuild Project Complete

The city of Nampa is pleased to announce the 2^nd and 3^rd Streets South Rebuild Project is predominately complete. The contractor is currently working on cleaning up the project site as well as installing irrigation to planters. Crews will also need to rec...

Posted on: September 4, 2018

Public invited to Nampa Fire Department’s remembrance of 9/11

The community is invited to join the Nampa Fire Department and Nampa Police Department at 8 a.m. Tuesday, September 11, for the annual Patriot Day ceremony to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their community on September 11, 2001.

Cap...

Posted on: August 21, 2018

Bruce Michael Miller performs at Nampa Public Library Aug. 23

The Nampa Public Library is proud to present the last performance of the three-part summer concert series on the Nampa Smiles Terrace! Bruce Michael Miller will be performing Thursday, Aug. 23, 7-8:30 p.m. At this last concert of the summer, attendees wil...

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Posted on: August 16, 2018

11th Annual Pooch Party Stroll & Splash

(August 16, 2018) Dogs and their owners are invited to Nampa’s 11th Annual Pooch Party Stroll and Splash. Dogs and owners can participate in a 1-mile walk around Lakeview Park, play and splash in Lakeview Water Park, join in doggie games and con...

Posted on: August 16, 2018

Mayor Kling Releases FY 19 Proposed Budget Summary

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR KLING

Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Proposal Overview

To read Mayor Kling's FY 2019 Proposed Budget Overview in original format, click here.

The City of Nampa invites the public to view the proposed budget plan for Fiscal Year 2019 (F...

Posted on: August 7, 2018

Nampa Festival of the Arts this weekend, August 11-12!

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Join the Nampa Parks and Recreation Department for the 32nd Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts August 11th and 12th at beautiful Lakeview Park. This year’s festival features unique handmade items with over 200 artisans. Items include candles, jew...

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Posted on: July 23, 2018

Nampa City Council meetings to begin at 6:00 p.m. starting August 6

Beginning August 6, 2018, Nampa City Council meetings will begin at 6:00 p.m. rather than 6:30 p.m. Public hearings will continue to begin at 7:00 p.m. The additional half-hour will extend opportunity for staff updates and citizen feedback before the publ...

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Posted on: July 20, 2018

Deteriorated water main discovered in downtown Nampa

The city of Nampa recently discovered an isolated section of badly deteriorated water main pipe on 2nd Street South. The water main is located under the south side of the roadway between 14th Avenue South and 16th Avenue South and must be replaced before ...

Posted on: July 18, 2018

Nampa Library unveils Together Treasure Valley Computer Lab for Kids July 26

The Nampa Public Library will host a ribbon cutting July 26 as they unveil the Together Treasure Valley Computer Lab for Kids. The ribbon cutting program will begin at 1 p.m. in the children’s area on the first floor of the library.

The dedicated...

Posted on: July 10, 2018

City of Nampa invites community input on transportation master plan update and funding

Master Transp Plan Mayor Open House 071818-2

The City of Nampa invites the community to give input at an open house meeting for the Nampa Transportation Master Plan on July 18. The public can stop by the open house at the Nampa Civic Center (311 3rd St. S., Nampa) any time between 4 and 6 p.m.

Commun...

Posted on: June 28, 2018

Downtown Nampa construction on schedule for August completion

Downtown Nampa utility work construction2

The city of Nampa is on target to complete construction of 2nd and 3rd Streets South from 12th Avenue to 16th Avenue South in August. The rebuild was badly needed to improve the pavement surface and underground utilities critical to maintaining a vibrant ...

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Posted on: June 28, 2018

This July, Nampa Residents Invited to Discover Everything Nampa Parks & Recreation Has to Offer

NRPA July 2018 A Lifetime of Discovery_eflyer july 2018

Nampa – June 28 – Summer is here, which means it’s time to get out and discover the great things happening at your local parks and recreation center. This July, explore the “undiscovered” roles of local pa...

Posted on: June 27, 2018

City reminds citizens of fireworks safety

The city of Nampa and Nampa Fire Department want to remind the community of the importance of practicing fireworks safety this summer.

Although you can find them in the county, the sale of illegal aerial fireworks is not allowed in the city of Nampa. In th...

Posted on: June 26, 2018

Nampa Library hosts award-winning storyteller Christopher Leebrick, June 28

The Nampa Public Library will host award-winning storyteller, Christopher Leebrick, Thurs., June 28 at 2:00 p.m. Experience the “music” of words and language with tales of heroes, heroines, tricksters and more. Leebrick often enhances ...

Posted on: June 22, 2018

Greenhurst Road will be closed to traffic beginning Monday, June 25

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Greenhurst Road between Southside Boulevard and Marcum Way will be closed beginning next week as the city of Nampa rebuilds the dangerously deteriorated Elijah Drain culvert under the roadway. Motorists will be detoured to Amity Road and only residents an...

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Posted on: June 11, 2018

Mayor Kling expresses condolences

Mayor Kling expressed her condolences regarding an unfortunate incident which happened in Nampa this weekend.

Kling sad, "We were saddened to hear of the incident that took place this past weekend in the parking lot, following an event at the Ford Ida...

Posted on: June 5, 2018

Night work on 2nd and 3rd Streets South project begins tonight

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The city of Nampa will begin night work on 2nd Street South which will be closed to traffic from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. tonight. Traffic will be detoured (Detour 1 on the map) via 16th Avenue South (SH-45) to 7th Street South to 12th Avenue South.

Crews are pavi...

Posted on: May 30, 2018

Nampa Parks and Recreation Department June Events

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of June from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Nampa Recreati...

Posted on: May 30, 2018

Summer Reading Kick-Off scheduled for June 2 at Nampa Public Library, with theme “Libraries Rock!”

This summer, everyone is encouraged to read for the fun of it with the Nampa Public Library. Children, teens and adults are invited to celebrate the library’s 2018 summer reading program, “Libraries Rock!”

Nampa Public Library...

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Posted on: May 24, 2018

I-84 Business Loop Construction beginning soon

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will resurface and reconstruct several roads in downtown Nampa adjacent to the city of Nampa’s 2nd and 3rd Streets South Roadway Rebuild project. The project is anticipated to start in early June and be ...

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Posted on: May 21, 2018

Nampa Celebrates National Public Works Week

The American Public Works Association has designated May 20 to 26 as National Public Works Week. The City of Nampa will join the celebration with an interactive fair for Nampa School District Centennial Elementary 4th grade students.

Fair displays will inc...

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Posted on: May 18, 2018

Nighttime work and traffic detours begin on 2nd and 3rd Streets South next week

The city of Nampa is adjusting construction activities on the 2nd and 3rd Streets South Roadway Rebuild project to stay on schedule. Beginning Tuesday, May 22, construction crews will remove the top layer of asphalt (called milling) on the south sides of ...

Posted on: May 16, 2018

City of Nampa announces next steps on wastewater improvements

The City of Nampa wishes to thank those who voted and made their voices heard May 15. Thank you to the members of our community who took an active role in this important decision for our city.

We encourage continued engagement moving forward, beginning wit...

Posted on: May 16, 2018

Mayor Kling represents Nampa at National Infrastructure Week

Mayor Debbie Kling participated in a panel discussion at the West Coast’s Infrastructure Week Kick-Off event in Los Angeles, California on May 14.

Kling joined a panel of mayors to discuss the most pressing infrastructure challenges their cities ...

Infrastructure Week Website City of Nampa

Posted on: May 10, 2018

Applicants sought for Venue Management Advisory Commission

The City of Nampa is seeking qualified applicants to fill three (3) vacant positions on the Venue Management Advisory Commission, formerly known as the Idaho Center Advisory Commission. The Venue Management Advisory Board of Commissioners advises the Mayo...

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Posted on: April 23, 2018

Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast - RSVP by 2pm April 24

Mayor Debbie Kling Prayer Breakfast - presented by Kiwanis Club of Nampa

Mayor Kling invites you to the community prayer breakfast, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Nampa on May 3 at 7:00am at the Nampa Civic Center.

Dr. Joell Pearsall, President, Northwest Nazarene University, will be the keynote speaker this year an...

Posted on: April 18, 2018

Community Development Block Grant Announces Application Workshop

The City of Nampa is hosting a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application Workshop for our 2018 program year (October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019). This will be the second year of a new Community Development five-year Strategic Focus (PY17-22 ...

Posted on: April 13, 2018

Nampa Rec Center’s Spring Kickoff

(Nampa, April 13, 2018) Join the Nampa Rec Center for a day of free fun.

FREE admission, activities, wellness fair and Try Me! classes. Experience everything the Nampa Rec Center has to offer, including swimming, rock climbing, basketball, group ...

Posted on: April 10, 2018

Nampa's State of the City One Week Away!

Tues., April 17, 2018

4-5:00 p.m. State of the City address (free)

5-6:00 p.m. Reception ($5) RSVP by April 11

Columbia High School (301 S Happy Valley Rd, Nampa, ID 83687)Mayor Debbie Kling invites the community to Nampa’s State of the City on Tue...

Posted on: April 10, 2018

Nampa Library presents Canyon County Early STEAM Day

The Nampa Public Library will be hosting Canyon County Early STEAM Day Sat., April 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is geared toward ages 0-8, featuring hands-on activities for the entire family.

It is promised to be a fun-filled day of exploration, creati...

Posted on: April 7, 2018

Night detours put in place to accelerate 2nd and 3rd Streets South construction

The City of Nampa will begin detouring traffic to 7th Street South the evening of Sunday, April 8 to accelerate excavation of the roadway bed on the north sides of 3rd Street South as well as utility upgrades on 2nd Street South.

For westbound tra...

Posted on: April 6, 2018

Nampa Library celebrates National Library Week April 8-14

The Nampa Public Library will celebrate National Library Week April 8-14 with the theme, “Libraries Lead.”

National Library Week began in 1958 and is a time to celebrate all the contributions of our nation’s libraries, librarians and to promote l...

Posted on: March 30, 2018

Historic Parade America / Snake River Stampede combine parades on May 19

The Exchange Club Parade America and Snake River Stampede Parade are combining into one larger parade this year, beginning at 11 a.m. on Sat., May 19, in Nampa. The theme for the 52nd annual Parade America is, “God Bless the U.S.A.” an...

Posted on: March 29, 2018

Nampa Public Library – Idaho Theatre for Youth presents “Around the World in 80 Days”

The Nampa Public Library will host a world premiere musical written just for Idaho Theater for Youth on Sat., April 7, at 2:00 p.m. The musical is titled “Around the World in 80 Days” (Without the Use of Air-Based Engine-Powered Vehicl...

Posted on: March 29, 2018

City of Nampa offers right-of-way-trees for sale

The city of Nampa has trees available for purchase to plant in the city’s right-of-ways. Trees purchased will be planted in the right-of-way or within 15 feet of the road if there is no improved right-of-way. Cost is $80 and includes a personal ...

Posted on: March 26, 2018

Nighttime closures begin March 28 for Downtown Nampa Rebuild Project

The city of Nampa will close portions of 2nd and 3rd Streets South from 12th Avenue to 16th Avenue South beginning Wednesday night to accelerate the removal of existing pavement on the north sides of 2nd and 3rd Streets South. Traffic will be detoured aro...

Posted on: March 26, 2018

Irrigation districts announce water release dates

The City of Nampa will begin its irrigation season by filling the pressurized system on April 2. Full pressure is not to be expected until mid-April.

Nampa & Meridian Irrigation District, Pioneer Irrigation and Boise-Kuna District plan to release water...

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Posted on: October 31, 2017

St. Lukes Officially Opens New Hospital in Nampa

NAMPA - Families in Canyon County now have a brand new option for their health care needs. On Monday, St. Luke’s Health System officially opened the doors of their new full-service hospital in Nampa. The $114 million, 200,000...

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Posted on: May 4, 2017

Best Western Plus Opens in Nampa

The 82-room Best Western Plus Peppertree Nampa Civic Center Inn opened April 19 after starting construction in March 2016.

Posted on: December 1, 2016

Saint Alphonsus Breaks Ground on Neighborhood Hospital

A new mini-hospital is in the works for Nampa. Saint Alphonsus Health System will break ground Thursday on the new building, in the parking lot of the system’s existing hospital campus at 1512 12th Ave. Road.

Posted on: October 25, 2016

San Diego beer, brewing in Nampa, Idaho

Mother Earth built a large, robust, fully functional brewery

By Ian Anderson, Oct. 25, 2016

Earlier this month, Mother Earth Brewing Co. opened a tasting room in the town of Nampa, Idaho, about 20 miles west of Boise. That's...

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Construction progressing on hotel by Nampa Civic Center

The hotel going up by the Nampa Civic Center is slated to open by February, according to a spokeswoman with Peppertree Hospitality Group. The $5 million, 82-room Best Western Plus Peppertree Nampa Civic Center Inn

Posted on: September 8, 2016

CircusTrix extreme recreation park coming to Nampa

A new indoor, extreme recreation park is coming to Nampa.CircusTrix Idaho is an indoor trampoline park that will feature an aerial ninja obstacle course, foam pits, slackline, stunt falls, rock climbing,parkour, trampoline wall, trapeze, trampoline wall,

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Mother Earth Brew Co. opens this fall in Nampa

NAMPA — There’s a new craft brewery in town, and it could end up being the largest in Idaho.

San Diego, California-based Mother Earth Brew Co. will open its tasting room doors for business by Oct. 1, possibly as early as Sept. 24. It is now one of ...Read on...

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Ridgevue High School opens its doors in Nampa

It was 64 degrees as the sun rose over the ridge, casting shadow over the outlined letters RHS. At 8:35 a.m., with up-beat music rippling and the smell of mint drifting, approximately 1,100 students clustered in the 15 rows of Ridgevue High School’s

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Idaho Arts Charter School cuts ribbon for new school in Nampa

With big red scissors in their hands, executive director Jackie Collins and Idaho Arts Charter School trustees cut the bright red ribbon in front of the new school doors Monday afternoon.

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Idaho's Top Projects for 2016: The finalists are...

Construction is continuing its boom in Idaho. Cranes are now nearly ubiquitous. Idaho Business Review recognizes and annually celebrates top construction projects across the state. This marks the 11th year and the 12th time for IBR‘s Top Projects

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Mission Aviation to start campus construction

Mission Aviation Fellowship, a missionary organization that sends people and aircraft around the world, is adding housing, a community center, and an RV park expansion at its headquarters next to the Nampa airport.

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Nichols Accounting shifts from lease to own for its new Nampa Office

Ontario, Ore.-based Nichols Accounting will solidify its Nampa presence by building a new 10,500-square-foot office just west of the Ford Idaho Center and likely relocate the company’s headquarters.

Posted on: September 8, 2016

Winco builds its second Nampa store at Nampa Gateway Center

Nampa will be only the second Idaho city with two WinCo Foods stores when the Boise-based supermarket chain opens in spring 2017 at the Nampa Gateway Center.

Posted on: September 8, 2016

STEM jobs are fastest-growing category in Idaho

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics jobs are overtaking the service jobs that have traditionally driven Idaho’s economy.

Posted on: September 8, 2016

CWI seeks bond for Nampa, Boise Campus Construction

The College of Western Idaho will go to voters in November with a $180 million general obligation bond to build a Boise campus, expand the Nampa campus and increase program offerings.

Posted on: August 16, 2016

Downtown revivals are in play in communities across the Treasure Valley

The four cornerstones of the new downtown Nampa are a mix of new and historic. The city built the Hugh Nichols Public Safety Building in 2012 and added the Nampa Library Plaza with accompanying office space in 2015

Posted on: June 20, 2016

From Nampa High Grad to CEO

Nampa High School graduate Brett Keller, class of 1986, began working for online booking service Priceline in 1999, serving as Chief Marketing Officer and later Chief Operating Officer.

Last month, he was promoted to Interim Chief Executive Officer.
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Posted on: May 10, 2016

Why Nampa website featured as Top Resource for Starting a Business in Idaho

"In addition to your solid offering, it also has a ton of resources to help aspiring Idaho entrepreneurs get their business off the ground. From funding resources to free startup guides - it’s all there." stated Ryan James, Founder of StartupSavant.com.

Posted on: April 27, 2016

Young Nampa entrepreneur creates robot butler

The owner of a Nampa-based startup was so inspired by the robots in the cartoon series “The Jetsons” and in the 2004 movie “I, Robot” that he moved his business to create what he calls a robot butler. Gabe Bentz graduated from Embry Riddle Aeronautical

Posted on: April 13, 2016

Educated People Moving to Idaho, Growth Concentrated in Cities

Migration into Idaho is, in some ways, a study of contrasts. While Idaho ranks 16th in the nation for state-to-state migration of people over 25 years old, 99 percent of that migration is into the Boise metro area. In 2014, 3,104 adults moved from another

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Posted on: March 20, 2019

Nampa Police Department issues Amber Alert for endangered 10-year-old female.

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*** UPDATE ***Located in Cheney, WA and both child and mother are safe**

On March 20, 2019, the Nampa Police Department issued an Amber Alert for a missing and possibly endangered child, Alissa Helmandollar, a 10-year-old female Nampa resident.

Alissa was l...

Posted on: March 19, 2019

Nampa Police detectives arrest Nampa man for sex offenses.

On March 18, 2019, Ashton J. Sedrick, an 18-year-old Nampa resident, was charged with one count of sexual abuse of a child under 16 and one count of lewd conduct with a child under 16.

Nampa Police received information that Sedrick had inappropri...

Posted on: March 7, 2019

Man arrested after multiple agencies respond to a bomb threat in Nampa.

Photo of suspect Grant Stevenson driver's license.

On March 7, 2019 at 4:14 p.m., the Nampa Police Department received a message over social media reference a bomb threat. The individual sending the message stated there was an explosive device in the area of the 1700 block of South Juniper Street. Nampa P...

Posted on: January 17, 2019

Caldwell man arrested in Arizona after Amber Alert issued.

Drivers License Photo of suspect Jose A Hernandez

On January 16th, 2019 at approximately 11:30 a.m., Nampa Police received a report of a custodial interference. It was reported that Jose A. Hernandez, a 25-year-old Caldwell resident, had taken 3 children (ages 5, 3, and 18 months) out of state. Hernandez...

Posted on: December 21, 2018

Autopsy conducted on body located in Nampa and deceased person identified.

On December 19, 2018, at 11:41 a.m., Nampa Police Officers responded to the canal at the north end of Kohlerlawn Cemetery, on 6th Street North, reference a report of a body that was found in that vicinity. Officers located a body alongside the c...

Posted on: December 19, 2018

Nampa Police investigating a suspicious death after body found.

At 11:41 a.m., Nampa Police Officers responded to the canal at the north end of Kohlerlawn Cemetery on 6th Street North, reference a report of a body that was found in that vicinity. Officers located a body alongside the canal in a possible sink...

Posted on: December 6, 2018

Nampa Police make multiple arrests related to ongoing homicide investigation

On September 25, 2018, at approximately 6:40 p.m., Nampa Police officers responded to the area of the 1100 block of Powell in reference to a fight. The investigation that followed this incident led to the arrest of Maribel Menchaca, a 42-year-old Nampa re...

Posted on: October 31, 2018

Nampa Police are investigating a stabbing and a shooting in a residence.

On October 31, 2018, at 3:47 a.m., Nampa Police officers were sent to the 1700 block of 1st Street North for a disturbance. It was reported that someone had been stabbed and a shot was fired during an argument in a residence.

Upon arrival, Nampa Police off...

Posted on: October 16, 2018

Nampa Police arrest woman after a six-hour standoff.

On October 16, 2018, at 9:46 a.m., Nampa Police officers were notified that a female with an active felony warrant was at a residence in the 1300 block of South Garland Street. Officers responded to the scene and the wanted female barricaded herself insid...

Posted on: September 17, 2018

Nampa Police complete investigation into the two bodies found in a home over the weekend

On September 15, 2018, at 12:49 p.m., Nampa Police received a call of two deceased persons found in a home in the 10 block of South Fairview Street. A family member had gone to check on the residents of the house since they hadn’t heard from the...

Posted on: September 17, 2018

Nampa man arrested on suspicion of lewd acts with a minor, detectives believe more victims possible.

On September 13, 2018, the Nampa Police Department arrested Jack. R. Swisher, a 45-year-old Nampa resident, for sexual abuse of a child under 16 and lewd conduct with a minor child under 16. These incidents occurred at an apartment complex on North Gatewa...

Posted on: September 13, 2018

Nampa police officer fires shots as suspect attempts to run him over

On September 12, 2018, at 11:27 p.m., Nampa Police Officers responded to a disturbance, a verbal altercation between a man and woman, on North Liberty Drive near Sunny Lane. When officers arrived on scene, the male subject fled in a vehicle, an older mode...

Posted on: September 6, 2018

Nampa Police detectives arrest man for rape and investigating the possibility of other victims

On July 31, 2018, Nampa Police received a report of a rape that occurred at a residence near West Roosevelt Avenue and Midland Boulevard. The incident occurred on July 29, 2018, just after midnight. It was determined the suspect entered the residence thro...

Posted on: July 10, 2018

Nampa Police raid two suspected drug houses.

Nampa Police cars with emergency lights on blocking a roadway

At 5:30 a.m., on Monday July 9, Nampa Police Tactical Response Team members, patrol officers, and members of the Nampa Police Special Investigations Unit served a search warrant at a residence in the 600 block of 7th Avenue North. The following ...

Posted on: June 25, 2018

Nampa Police are prepared for annual God and Country Festival.

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The God and Country Festival of the Treasure Valley is being held at the Ford Idaho Center tomorrow, June 26, 2018. The gates will open at 4:00 p.m. and there will be many events before the fireworks celebration. The fireworks will occur after dark.The Na...

Posted on: May 28, 2018

Nampa Police are investigating weapons offenses that occurred overnight.

Black background with Press Release in yellow and Nampa Police Badge

The Nampa Police Department is currently investigating two incidents of firing a weapon into an occupied dwelling. The first incident was reported at approximately 10:15 p.m., on May 27, 2018, in the 1800 Block of East Amity Avenue in Nampa. Off...

Posted on: May 22, 2018

The Nampa Police Department is increasing DUI patrols during the summer.

With the upcoming Memorial Day weekend also comes the beginning of the, “100 deadliest days,” on the highways. The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are statistically when more fatal crashes occur on Idaho roadways. In an attempt...

Posted on: May 6, 2018

Nampa Police investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and SUV.

On May 6, 2018, at 3:35 a.m., Nampa Police officers responded to a crash on Idaho Center Boulevard and East Gate Boulevard. The crash involved white 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and a 1987 Yamaha motorcycle.When officers arrived on scene, they observed a 24-year...

Posted on: May 2, 2018

Nampa Police Department makes arrest in two robberies.

Photo of person arrested for the robberies, Austin Durham.

On May 1, 2018, Nampa Police were advised of two separate armed robberies that occurred at Los Betos restaurant in the 16000 block of Idaho Center Boulevard and Port of Subs restaurant in the 5800 block of East Franklin Road.During the course of the inves...

Posted on: May 1, 2018

Nampa Police Department investigating two robberies at two businesses.

Photo of suspect matching description of the suspect in the press release

On May 1, 2018, at 4:07 p.m., Nampa Police dispatchers were advised of a possible armed robbery that had just occurred at Los Betos restaurant in the 16000 block of Idaho Center Boulevard. Officers were responding to that business and at approximately 4:1...

Posted on: April 25, 2018

Nampa Police investigate vehicle vs. house crash.

Photo of vehicle involved in crash stuck in the front yard of the residence.

On April 25, 2018, at 12:29 a.m., Nampa Police dispatch received a report of a vehicle versus house crash in the 300 block of South Powerline Road. The reporting party stated that the vehicle was attempting to leave the scene of the crash.Nampa Police off...

Posted on: April 24, 2018

The missing fishermen have been located and are safe.

Photos of both missing fishermen, a photo of a vehicle similar to theirs and a photos of their water

The two men that were reported missing on April 23, 2018, have been located and are safe. Wade Osterhout, 32-years-old and Larry L. Brewer, 48-years-old, were located along the Snake River in the area of the Guffey Bridge at Celebration Park in Canyon Cou...

Posted on: April 24, 2018

Suspect in double stabbing is in custody and charged with aggravated battery.

Photo of Paula Gaitan and the words in custody written on the photo.

On April 23, 2018, at approximately 4:12 pm, the Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force located Paula Gaitan at a Nampa residence and she was taken into custody without incident. Paula Gaitan was booked into the Canyon County Jail on two counts of Ag...

Posted on: April 23, 2018

Nampa Police are asking for help in locating missing fishermen.

On April 23, 2018, Nampa Police received a call for a missing family member who had gone fishing on April 22. He had left early in the morning and had recently purchased a “Cataraft” that he had not yet had any experience with.Later in the day o...

Posted on: April 23, 2018

Nampa Police are investigating a stabbing with two female victims.

On April 22, 2018, at approximately 10:46 p.m., the Nampa Police Department received a call for two victims who had arrived at a local hospital with stab wounds. One is an 18-year-old Nampa resident and the other is a 25-year-old Nampa resident....

Posted on: March 26, 2018

Nampa Police Officer faces charges brought by Ada County Sheriff’s Department.

The Nampa Police Department Administration was made aware of a criminal case against a police officer of this department being investigated by the Ada County Sheriff’s Office. Nampa Police has cooperated fully with the Ada County Sheriff&rsq...

Posted on: March 21, 2018

Nampa Police investigating a shooting outside of a residence.

On March 21, 2018, at 2:52 p.m., the Nampa Police Department received a report of a shooting in the 300 block of 1st Street North. Officers responded and located an adult female victim, 40-years-old, with a single gunshot wound to the leg. The shooting to...