The District at Ten Mile Just Broke Ground. Here Is What Is Coming.

Aerial view of the District at Ten Mile development site in Meridian Idaho

If you drive the Ten Mile exit off I-84, you have probably noticed that empty field sitting there for a while. That is the future home of the District at Ten Mile Meridian Idaho, and it is not going to be empty much longer. It is a 222-acre mixed-use development from Ball Ventures Ahlquist, and […]

Syringa Cocktail Lounge & Black Pine: Two Vibes, One Block in Downtown Nampa

nside Syringa Cocktail Lounge in downtown Nampa Idaho — full bar with warm lighting, cactus decor, and craft cocktail setup

Downtown Nampa has a new reason to go out — and it comes in pairs. Syringa Cocktail Lounge and Black Pine Saloon are sister spots created by siblings Beatrix and Sam. They sit right next to each other on the same block but offer completely different vibes. Together, they give you something rare: two different […]

Where Did the Name Nampa Idaho Come From?

Nampa Idaho name mural painted on building wall showing local history and agriculture est 1891

Most people who live here never stop to ask where the Nampa Idaho name actually comes from. It’s just Nampa – always has been. But the story behind the name is more interesting than most locals realize, and surprisingly, nobody is 100% certain which version is correct. What historians do agree on is this – […]

What’s Being Built on Star Road in Nampa?

Creek's Bend Nampa design framework showing amenity area, Ten Mile Creek access, and Star Road development site plan

If you live on Nampa’s west side, you’ve likely driven past the open farmland sitting just south of Spring Hollow on Star Road. That land now has a plan. A new residential community called Creek’s Bend is the latest Star Road Nampa development to clear a major milestone – and it looks very different from […]

Famous People From Nampa Idaho — You Probably Didn’t Know These

Colorful mural in downtown Nampa, Idaho featuring playful characters and food-themed artwork

Most people don’t think of Nampa as a place that produced Hollywood stars, Major League Baseball pitchers, or people who helped shape the modern internet. But it did. In fact, this small city in the Treasure Valley has quietly produced some remarkable people. Here’s a look at four of the most notable famous people from […]

355 Homes Could Be Coming to North Nampa — Here’s What Neighbors Are Saying

Highline Estates subdivision site plan map in Nampa Idaho near Franklin Blvd and Linden Road showing proposed 355 home development layout

A developer wants to build 355 homes right across from Ridgevue High School. The city hasn’t approved it yet — and neighbors have a lot to say. The Nampa City Council discussed Highline Estates at a recent meeting. Next, they will take it up again on June 15th. Here’s everything you need to know. Where […]

Oaks Landing Subdivision Nampa Idaho: 85 Homes Planned Near Middleton Road

Aerial rendering of Oaks Landing subdivision with single family homes and streets in Nampa Idaho

A new subdivision in Nampa, Idaho – Oaks Landing – is moving forward through the planning process, bringing 85 new homes near Middleton Road and Hunt Avenue. Oaks Landing is one of several new communities planned in the area, along with other new subdivisions in Nampa. The developer recently presented the Oaks Landing project at […]

Tierra Bello subdivision moves forward in Northwest Nampa

Tierra Bello subdivision preliminary plat showing layout of homes, streets, and open space in northwest Nampa Idaho near Orchard Avenue and Flamingo Avenue

Tierra Bello subdivision in Nampa, Idaho is moving forward after receiving preliminary plat approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission. The new community near Orchard Avenue and Flamingo Avenue will bring a mix of single-family homes and townhomes to northwest Nampa. This project is part of a larger master-planned community that was already approved by […]

Nampa Farmers Market: Downtown’s Saturday Tradition

Crowds shopping at the Nampa Farmers Market in downtown Nampa Idaho with local vendors and fresh produce

If you’re looking for something fun to do on a Saturday morning, head to the Nampa Farmers Market. It’s right in downtown Nampa at Lloyd Square Park. From April through October, the market is open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This isn’t just a place to shop. It’s where the community comes together. […]