5:18 AM Thu, Aug 31, 2006 | Permalink
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August 2006 ArchivesBronco StadiumIt’s the season opener for Boise State Football tonight against Sacramento State at 7:00. This is a mid-week game so that means the parking lots around Bronco Stadium will be reserved for students for most of the day. The lots will open 5 hours before the game for fans. Those who have reserved parking will be allowed in starting at 2:00 pm. In addition the parking garage that is normally open for games will be reserved for students all day. All spots in the Bronco Stadium lot are already reserved.
5:18 AM Thu, Aug 31, 2006 | Permalink
Stagecoach Theatre“Pizza Man” is the latest production for Stagecoach Theatre. The comedy is based around a group of women who have each had a bad day and are blaming men for their troubles. The answer for them is to seek revenge on one man, which ends up being the pizza delivery man. The production is intended for a mature audience based on content and language. The show opened last Friday and will run through September 9th. You can get tickets in advance by calling the box office at 342-2000. The theatre is located in covered portion of the Hillcrest shopping center on the corner of Overland and Orchard.
5:16 AM Wed, Aug 30, 2006 | Permalink
Boise Art MuseumThe Frank Lloyd Wright collection is still on display at the Boise Art Museum. Wright was an architect at the turn of the 20th century and passed away in 1959 but his 70 year career was considered by many to be advanced beyond its time. Wright believed in the House Beautiful and that’s the name of the show. It will be on display through October 22nd and this is a collection you don’t want to miss. Museum hours are 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday. Thursday hours are extended until 8:00 pm and Sunday is Noon to 5 pm. You can call the museum at 345-8330 or check for more information on line.
5:30 AM Tue, Aug 29, 2006 | Permalink
Veterans Memorial ParkWe spent the morning at the Veterans Memorial Park. We did have plans with a group but as of this posting I’m not sure what happened. We showed up at the location and the group wasn’t there. I’ll need to investigate further to find out what happened. In the meantime my photographers Mike and Eric spent the morning with me in the park.
6:07 AM Mon, Aug 28, 2006 | Permalink
Bronco StadiumThe annual Optimist Football Jamboree took place at Bronco Stadium today. More than 4,300 players and cheerleaders came for what is really a kickoff for the season. Photos were taken and a scrimmage was head for each of the 212 teams involved in the program. This is the 55th year for the program sponsored by the Boise Noon Optimist Club as part of their efforts to serve the needs of youth in the valley.
8:14 AM Sat, Aug 26, 2006 | Permalink
KTVB StudioThe special session for the Legislature called by the Governor required special coverage and that means we had to cancel our live location plans today. We will be back to normal next Monday. Tomorrow morning (Saturday) I will be live at Bronco Stadium for the Optimist Youth Football Jamboree.
5:05 AM Fri, Aug 25, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho Fair“Loverboy” is the featured performer tonight at the Western Idaho Fair at Expo Idaho. There’s no extra charge for tonight’s show and should be a great rockin’ time. We spent the afternoon with the Fearless Flores Circus for the Circus Thrills show. The Circus performance takes place everyday at 12:00, 4:30 and 7:30 pm. For a complete listing of all the day’s activities at the Western Idaho Fair check out their website.
12:24 PM Thu, Aug 24, 2006 | Permalink
University PlazaThe Boise Capital Lions Club will be holding their annual Pancake breakfast in association with the Optimist Youth Football Jamboree this Saturday. Any of the Players or Cheerleaders in uniform is free for breakfast, the other family and friends are $5.00. The proceeds of the event go to help the Lions club, Optimist Youth Football and Jaycees organizations. The breakfast is in the parking lot of the University Plaza across Broadway from Bronco stadium and will run from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm.
5:21 AM Thu, Aug 24, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho FairThe Western Idaho Fair continues through the weekend. Today we spent the morning on food row with contestants of the Fairest of the Fair competition. The young ladies age 15-20 compete for the title and prizes. During the fair you will see them at several events but they are most often seen at the BMX area signing autographs and entertaining during the intermission. For a complete schedule of events at the fair today check out the website. You can also see more photos of the competition or signup for next year by going to the pageant website.
5:33 AM Wed, Aug 23, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho FairThe Peking Acrobats are one of the many free entertainment acts at this year’s Western Idaho Fair. This must see performance shows three times a day at 3:00, 6:00, and 8:00 pm each day. The Acrobats show tent is located very near the entrance to Les Bois Park. The Acrobats have been on tour for nearly a year and this is one of their final stops before returning home in China. For a full schedule of fair activities check out the Expo Idaho web site.
12:33 PM Tue, Aug 22, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho FairThis the last day at the fair for many of the 4-H and FFA groups with the live auction tonight for the market animals. We spent the morning in the small animal barn to learn more about the showmanship and preparation for everything from chickens to pigeons to rabbits and guinea pigs. This a very competitive area for 4-H and FFA members and they will be moving out tonight as well with other exhibitors moving tomorrow morning. The entire day’s events for the fair are available on line at the Expo Idaho web site.
5:36 AM Tue, Aug 22, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho FairIt’s KTVB Family Day at the Western Idaho Fair. It’s the no alcohol, and for the firs time no smoking day at the fair. Specials are offered for rides in the carnival, but you shouldn’t miss the agricultural exhibits. The fair is based on agriculture and members of 4-H and FFA will be competing with many of the animals scheduled for the market sale on Tuesday night. The market sale is open to everyone and that’s how the youngsters make their money and rewards for the livestock they have raised. A complete fair schedule is available on line.
5:28 AM Mon, Aug 21, 2006 | Permalink
Western Idaho FairDay 2 of the Western Idaho started the competition for 4-H and FFA exhibits. We spent the morning in the horse and mule barn area. The events for the youngsters culminate as much as a year long effort with their animals. The carnival opens at 12:00 noon while the gates open at 11:00 am. The exhibit areas open at 11:00 but for those involved in agriculture the judging starts early each morning and goes on throughout the day. The free ground acts run throughout the day with highlight entertainment “Lights Camera Animals” and the Peking Acrobats. There is a complete schedule of entertainment on our website.
9:12 AM Sat, Aug 19, 2006 | Permalink
Bronco Stadium Parking LotThe “World’s Largest Tailgate Party” will be held tonight at Boise State in the parking lot of Bronco Stadium. Its called the World’s Largest but that’s the name not an attempt to set a record. It’s actually a free event with free food and drink and a chance to see the final scrimmage of the Broncos before the season starts on August 31st. Everything will start at 5:00 pm and will feature entertainment, food and prizes.
5:21 AM Fri, Aug 18, 2006 | Permalink
Assistance League of BoiseThe Assistance League of Boise is once again providing school supplies to students in all of Ada County including the charter schools. The supplies are for students who can’t otherwise afford them. The League gathers donations and then purchases the supplies from Fred Meyer this year. The funds are from direct donations and from sales in the thrift store. If you want more information or would like to help in the future you can call the league at 377-4327.
5:13 AM Thu, Aug 17, 2006 | Permalink
KTVB StudioWe were in the studio this morning as our live location had to be cancelled because of the arrival this afternoon of Vice President Dick Chenney. Our crews needed the extra time to set up for Chenney’s visit. We should return to normal tomorrow.
4:46 AM Wed, Aug 16, 2006 | Permalink
Albertson CollegeThe Caldwell Night Rodeo Buckaroo Breakfast is being held all this week at Albertson College. The breakfast is put on by the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce and is a fundraiser for them. The cost is $5.00 and it will be a full breakfast. 6:30 am is when they start serving and children 11 and under can get a color sheet from D & B Supply and that will get them in free. The Buckaroo Breakfast will be held every morning through Friday.
5:50 AM Tue, Aug 15, 2006 | Permalink
Jadyn PondThe Intermountain Hog Chapter will host a motorcycle ride this Sunday to benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association. The ride will start at the Idaho Center in Nampa and finish at the Jadyn Pond Event Center by Zamzows on Chinden. The cost of the ride is $25 per bike and 20 extra for a passenger. If you register by this Friday you can save $5 on each. Call 288-1142 for more information or to register and you can go on line to register.
5:24 AM Mon, Aug 14, 2006 | Permalink
University Christian ChurchUniversity Christian Church will host a Barbeque and Auction to benefit Hope house tomorrow night (Saturday). Hope house has been a facility for children of failed adoption who have no where else to turn. The event is free and everyone is welcome to attend. All the proceeds from the live auction will benefit Hope House. University is located across University Drive from Boise State.
12:16 PM Fri, Aug 11, 2006 | Permalink
Firebird RacewayThe 35th Nightfire Nationals are going on at Firebird Raceway near Emmett. Racing action today (Friday) will feature pro qualifying and the return of Funny cars to the Nightfires. Three more days of racing action could produce some record times on the track. Tickets will be available at the gate. Take Highway 16 north of Highway 44 to find Firebird Raceway which is just south of Emmett.
5:30 AM Fri, Aug 11, 2006 | Permalink
Warhawk Air MuseumB-25 are coming this weekend to the Warhawk Air Museum in Nampa. A restored flying B-25 Mitchell aircraft will be on display along with several other World War II aircraft. The B-25 will fly in the morning and the afternoon both Saturday and Sunday. A special presentation will be held both days about the recovery and restoration of the “Glacier Girl”, the P-38 found and recovered from a glacier in Greenland. Event prices will be charged for the weekend and you can call the museum for more information at 465-6446.
5:14 AM Thu, Aug 10, 2006 | Permalink
Nampa Civic CenterMusic Theatre Idaho will open its latest show “Anything Goes” Friday at the Nampa Civic Center and will run this Friday and Saturday and then next Thursday Friday and Saturday. The Broadway Musical is a classic Cole Porter production. If you would like to attend you can call the box office at 468-2385 or you can get tickets on line.
5:20 AM Wed, Aug 09, 2006 | Permalink
Spur Wing GolfThe Executive Women’s Golf Association and the Spur Wing Ladies Golf Association will combine efforts to raise funds for the Susan G. Coleman Foundation with a golf tournament on August 20th. The event is already filled but donations are still being accepted and memory ribbons can still be purchased that will decorate many of the holes on the golf course. If you need more information you can call 887-1800.
5:29 AM Tue, Aug 08, 2006 | Permalink
Boise FoothillsSmoky Bear is celebrating his 62nd birthday. The message of Smoky Bear hasn’t changed and we all need to be careful with fire and head warning in certain areas. A Red Flag warning has been issued in the Boise and Payette National Forest because of dry conditions and hot temperatures over the last few weeks. More warnings are likely in the next few weeks as we enter some of the hottest and driest time of the year.
5:15 AM Mon, Aug 07, 2006 | Permalink
Kuna High SchoolKuna High School will be hosting a handcrafted Quilt and Wood crafting show this weekend. The show opens Saturday at 10 am and runs through 6 pm. Sunday hours are 10 am to 5 pm. The quilts are for sale for a variety of prices with the proceeds going to the Kuna Fire District to help with equipment purchases in the future. The wood craft items are for demonstration.
5:30 AM Fri, Aug 04, 2006 | Permalink
Nampa Civic CenterThe Nampa Civic Center will be hosting the 10th annual Community Fun Night on Wednesday August 9th from 6 to 10 pm. The event is free except for any food purchases. There will be three stages of entertainment and “Clumsy Lover’s” from Canada will be the headlining group. The event is family friendly with no alcohol and no smoking. Bring the entire family and plan a fun filled night that even features pony rides.
5:23 AM Thu, Aug 03, 2006 | Permalink
Julia Davis ParkJulia Davis Park will be location again this year for the Soul Food Extravaganza. The annual event will raise funds for Genesis World which locally runs the Garden City Community Clinic. Food tickets can be purchased for just a dollar and then each food item requires the use of the food tickets. Nine vendors will be involved and there will be music and entertainment throughout the event from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
5:33 AM Wed, Aug 02, 2006 | Permalink
Mountain View High SchoolThe New Heritage Theatre Company is currently presenting its latest production “School for Scandal”. It’s an updated comedy done in a very unique style. Seats will be limited to see this professional theatre company and you can get them by calling the box office at 381-0958 or you can get more information on line.
5:23 AM Tue, Aug 01, 2006 | Permalink
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