Happening in Boise: Foothill Bombs and Baseball Bitches

Happening in Boise: Rotisserie Humans and Bulk Mayo Dreams

Survive the 104-degree heat and the "post-apocalyptic chic" of the Treasure Valley with this week's episode of Happening in Boise, where we tackle the headlines that are making the city sweat. Hosts Mark and Joleen provide a grounded yet dryly cynical look at the lifting of the Bear Run Fire evacuations, the city's unyielding obsession with concrete at the 1010 Jefferson parking development, and the sobering political "pissing match" over Greenbelt safety following recent violence. Between updates on Jabari the giraffe's industrial-sized medical exam at Zoo Boise and a driver's literal "door-to-door" delivery into a Meridian living room, we balance the grim with the gritty, including AC Boise's winning streak and the legacy of Bronco legend Lyle Setencich. Whether you're dodging intersection "collision cams" or preparing for the San Inazio festival, join us as we break down why Boise is currently a literal and figurative hot mess--and why we're all still here for the five-dollar Costco chickens and the "slow-roasted rotisserie" vibes.

Happening in Boise: Foothill Bombs and Baseball Bitches

Welcome to Happening in Boise, the podcast that keeps it real while the City of Trees attempts to survive another record-breaking summer. Join hosts Mark and Joleen as they navigate the latest local headlines, from the bizarre discovery of unexploded munitions at the Claremont Fire to the sobering security concerns currently casting a shadow over the Boise Greenbelt. This episode dives into the bureaucratic tension between the Boise School District and the Statehouse, the "mathematical trap" of the local housing market, and the literal heatwave sending the valley into triple digits. It's not all scorched earth, though; we celebrate AC Boise's defensive masterclass and prepare for a bittersweet farewell to Blitz the Bat Dog at Memorial Stadium. Whether you're stuck in State Street construction or just looking for the truth behind the "best place to live" marketing, we offer a balanced, slightly cynical, and deeply local look at the issues defining Idaho's capital city.

Happening in Boise: Drones, Droughts, and Deadpan Debates

Tired of the sugar-coated nightly news? Join Mark and Joleen on Happening in Boise as they navigate the glorious sagebrush wasteland of Idaho's capital with a healthy dose of reality. This week, we're breaking down the academic "bitch-slaps" over Fort Boise's true history, the polite disappointment of silent Fourth of July drones, and Boise State's official leap into the Pac-12 under new leadership. From the "mathematical trap" of the local real estate market to survival tips for the impending triple-digit heat and new drought ordinances, we provide a balanced look at the headlines with just enough edge to keep it honest. Whether you're looking for the truth about the downtown dining scene at The Lively or essential safety warnings for the Boise River, tune in for the local updates you actually need--and the witty commentary you probably deserve.

Happening in Boise: Heat and Soccer Feats

Welcome to Happening in Boise, the Treasure Valley's daily reality check seasoned with just enough sarcasm to help the local news go down easier. Join Mark and Joleen as they navigate the headlines that actually matter--from the massive new St. Luke's tower looming over downtown to the judgmental red pandas moving into Zoo Boise. This episode dives into the "mathematical trap" of the Boise real estate market, the 35-year sentencing of a local credit union robber, and why the Micron expansion is turning the Connector into a permanent parking lot. Whether we're celebrating an AC Boise soccer win, tracking the Boise Hawks' latest victory, or warning you about a triple-digit heatwave that might actually melt your shoes into the sidewalk, we provide a balanced look at the city's growth without the corporate sugar-coating. Subscribe for your daily dose of local updates, community event coverage like Art and Roses, and essential survival tips for the Boise Fourth of July season.

Happening in Boise: Soccer records, Spud Daddy, and the 94-degree sweat-fest

Join Mark and Joleen for a dry, honest, and deeply local look at the Treasure Valley in this episode of Happening in Boise. We kick things off with some rare good news as Athletic Club Boise clinches a record-breaking win, before pivoting to the frustrating reality of the city's vanishing soul as Asana Climbing Gym faces closure due to skyrocketing rents. From the "community classroom" controversy at Owyhee Elementary to the labyrinth of construction detours on the Greenbelt and State Street, we navigate the growing pains of a city that seems to be outgrowing its own pants. Get the latest on the Boise Music Festival lineup, the massive pound-and-a-quarter tubers at Spud Daddy, and a sobering update on the Meridian housing sprawl as we prepare for a triple-digit heatwave. Whether you're here for the Boise Hawks scores or just to hear us judge your vanity license plates, tune in for seventeen minutes of pure Boise reality that's just a little bit edgier than your neighborhood newsletter.