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Thank you Boise, we’ve loved the conversation we’ve been having with you for the past three years. City Cast Boise and Hey Boise have suspended operations. Our last newsletter and podcast episode was Oct. 24, 2025.
Goodbye from City Cast Boise and Hey Boise
City Cast Boise and Hey Boise have suspended operations.

Essential Rules for Surviving Boise
In Boise, you need good footwear, a curiosity for breweries, and political resilience. Here are some of the essential rules for surviving...
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Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Jimmy Hallyburton, District 6, Incumbent
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Lisa E. Sánchez, District 6, Challenger
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Josh Ellstrom, District 2, Challenger
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025How Boise City Council Candidates Set Themselves Apart
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Colin Nash, District 2, Incumbent
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Jordan Morales, District 4, Incumbent
Local CivicsOctober 20, 2025Meet the 2025 Boise City Council Candidates: Derek James Smith, District 2, Challenger
Boise HistoryOctober 9, 2025A Brief History of Colonization in the Treasure Valley (Ahead of Indigenous People's Day)
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Unemployment Remains Low, But Housing Affordability Stays Out of Reach
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I’m feeling a little bogged down by the news, and sometimes it’s helpful to combat that by looking into the history books.
Urban Almanac: Cat-Faced Orb Weaver Spiders
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Your Guide to Boise in October 2025
Somehow it’s October, so this month, find a little balance between the busy times, Halloween, and cozy autumn vibes Boise brings.
Boise's Best New Restaurants and Bars
Here’s what’s new, and what's taken a final bow.
Get to Know the Depot Bench Neighborhood
The Depot Bench is one of Boise's oldest neighborhoods, full of history and distinctive views.
Where Does Idaho's Trans Athlete Ban Go From Here?
In 2020, Idaho passed House Bill 500, the nation’s first ban on transgender athletes (specifically women) competing in sports.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Boise's Parks By Sight?
I kept these largely limited to Boise’s most popular parks, so see if you can place them.