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‘We have to build our foundation first’: McCall eyes local-minded tourism plan

The needs of local residents should come first in a long-term plan for guiding the growth of McCall’s tourism economy, according to the McCall...

Advisory group: Payette Lake boat wash station ‘doable’ for next year

A boat wash station for Payette Lake should be established by next boating season, according to the Payette Lake Watershed Advisory Group.  The group, which...

Tamarack eyes Memorial Day Weekend debut for ‘elusive’ Lake Cascade marina

Lake Cascade's first commercial marina with seasonal boat slips and on-water fueling service is expected to open for the 2026 boating season. Last week...

Sharlie’s Fan Club: Winter Carnival seeking donations to ‘save parade’

The McCall Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations to close a $20,000 funding gap that officials say could prompt changes to an iconic...

‘It’s a very crowded section of river’: Valley County eyes new boating restrictions amid increased use

A formal proposal for updated boating rules in Valley County is expected this fall, the Valley County Waterways Advisory Committee was told earlier this...

Valley County to review waterways rules amid request for increased motorized access

Allowing the expanded use of mini-jet boats on the North Fork Payette River is among the topics to be considered as Valley County begins...

‘Regulating STRs is rational’: Court hands McCall victory in short-term rental suit as cities statewide grapple with laws

The City of McCall’s rules governing short-term rentals will live to fight another day.  Earlier this month, Fourth Judicial District Judge Jason Scott ruled in...

‘The skis will be coming down’: McCall orders water ski roof removal, again

The owner of a downtown McCall business has again been ordered by the city to remove decorative water ski roofing from the building.  The water...

Brundage to sell lots near Activity Barn to fund ‘core mission’

Brundage Mountain Resort is expanding its real estate development business beyond the confines of the resort’s base area.  Plans to carve a subdivision out of...

Get ready to wait: Idaho 55 set for five summer road projects between Eagle & New Meadows

A popular campground near New Meadows will remain closed this summer amid an $11.7 million slate of roadwork planned along Idaho 55.  The Idaho Transportation...

McCall hikes boat ramp fees, but not for all boaters

Launching boats on the City of McCall’s Payette Lake boat ramp will cost twice as much this summer for anyone who doesn’t live in...

‘Legacy Park Beach belongs to everybody’: McCall rejects summer rental proposal

A proposal that would allow rental jet skis and boats to be staged on public beaches and docks on Payette Lake was denied last...

McCall looks to hike boat ramp fees—if you don’t live in Idaho

Out-of-state residents would pay twice as much to launch boats on Payette Lake under a proposal being considered by the McCall City Council.  A proposal...

McCall’s Shore Lodge completes upgrades in time for summer season

Shore Lodge in McCall has been working throughout the off-season to complete a raft of small-scale upgrades. The lodge, which first opened in...

Ski resorts around Idaho announce upgrades ahead of winter season

Ski and snowboard season is quickly approaching and resorts around Idaho have made some major upgrades to create a more enjoyable experience for guests.  BoiseDev...

McCall asks visitors to do their part this summer with new pledge

As we approach Memorial Day weekend, the McCall Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is asking visitors to sign a new pledge. ...

Tamarack ramps up bike park, adds new jumps and tracks

From novice to expert, mountain bikers will soon be able to try the new features at Tamarack's bike park. The pump track and jump...