Health + Wellness

Strands of Justice

Greg Hampikian: The DNA Maestro - Unraveling Justice and Chasing Curiosity Article by Denise Llorente | Photography by Provided Greg Hampikian, a biology professor at Boise State University, emerges as a captivating figure in the world of forensic science and justice. His life story unfolds like a gripping forensic novel, marked by a commitment to righting the wrongs of the legal system and making transformative changes through DNA evidence. At the heart of Hampikian's endeavors is his role...

Entertainment

Meridian + Valley Events

February 2024 Article by Denise Llorente 1 — Women’s Adventure Film Tour The Egyptian Theatre, 5 PM: Incredible stories of women achieving extraordinary goals worldwide. WomensAdventureFilmTour.com 3 — HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE IN CONCERT Morrison Center, 3: PM: Prepare to battle a dragon, swim with merpeople, and discover who placed Harry's name in the Goblet of Fire! MorrisonCenter.com 3 — Chateau des Fleurs Bride Workshop 2024 Rosebud Ln. Eagle, 11 AM: RSVP for Wedding...

Event Planning + Services

Crafting Your Dream Wedding Amidst Idaho's Grandeur

Unforgettable moments, the scenery, unique venues, and culinary delights converge Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Provided Nestled within the heart of the Gem State lies wedding destinations like no other, where love stories unfold against the backdrop of nature's grandeur. Picture saying "I do" with the Sawtooth Mountains as your witness or dancing among the vineyard in the Snake River Valley. Idaho's diverse landscapes invite couples to curate a wedding that is uniquely theirs. For...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating Filmmaking

Sun Valley Film boutique film festival is all the rage Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by Courtesy SVFF From the founding days of Sun Valley, Idaho, celebrities and Hollywood royalty have spent time enjoying the beauty of the Wood River Valley, making it their home and home away from home. Celebrating Sun Valley’s Hollywood history and creating a new history for more than a decade, the Sun Valley Film Festival (SVFF) has brought filmmakers and film creatives to the Valley to share...

Arts + Culture

Art for a Cause

A heartfelt initiative to make a difference in the community Article by Cindy Miller | Photography by Idaho Art Gallery The Idaho Art Gallery is hosting the Second Annual "Art for a Cause" on February 8, 2024, at the Riverside Hotel in Garden City, ID. This event, from 6 pm to 8 pm, harmonizes artistry and altruism with the aim of benefiting two local non-profit organizations: the Nampa Family Justice Center and the Women's and Children's Alliance (WCA). "Art for a Cause," initiated by the...

Arts + Culture

McCall Winter Carnival

Celebrating community and creativity Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by Melissa Shelby, Jon Conti, Samantha Sias, Gary Ertter The McCall Winter Carnival, February 23-25, 2024, has remained one of Idaho’s longest-running winter events, dating back to 1924. The idea was to beat the winter doldrums with dog and snowshoe races, ski jumping, horse skijoring, and more. In those days, prizes were oranges. It was a time for locals to leave the house and see each other. Although the idea...

Style + Beauty

Traditions in Business and Personal Life

The Multi-Faceted Simmons Family Shares Passion for Jewelry and Family Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Provided The Simmons family has been polishing and refining their legacy in the Treasure Valley for more than three decades. But as with gemstones, there’s more than one facet to the people behind Simmons Fine Jewelry. On Fridays, before their weekly staff meeting, you’ll find owner and founder Jay Simmons in the showroom’s kitchen, cooking up waffles, burritos, or other breakfast...

Arts + Culture

Meridian + Valley Events

JANUARY 2024 Article and Photography by 31 — New Year’s Potato Drop State Capitol, 6 PM: Unique and quirky tradition, a symbol of Boise's spirit and family-friendly event. IdahoPotatoDrop.com 31 — SIX the musical Morrison Center: the  SIX  wives of Henry VIII remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak.MorrisonCenter.com 5-6 — 3rd Annual Country Music Roundup Visual Arts Collective: Two nights of live country music.  VisualArtsCollective.com 5-6 — Western Idaho Fly Fishing...

Style + Beauty

Soothing the Body & Soul

After the stress of the holidays, take time for yourself at the salon and spa Article by Jana Kemp | Photography by Provided Mechele Duke says she is so interested in people that she could have owned any kind of people business. She is also interested in seeing end results such as the happiness of someone with a new haircut or the relaxation of guests after experiencing Rain Salon & Spa services. Sixteen years ago, Mechele realized that she wanted to build a business, “one that could be built...

Travel

Heart & Soul of Idaho

Idaho City’s historic small town charm during a weekend winter wonderland getaway Article and Photography by Ashley Loeb Evergreens nestled into a sparkling blanket of white along the winding Highway 21 as we approached Idaho City. This historic town encompasses so much of what makes Idaho great that one might consider it to be the Heart of Idaho, and after our winter weekend escape there, it certainly has a special place in my heart! Idaho City is sprawling with history that still lives...