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Over 300 apartment units planned for Donnelly

A development with hundreds of multifamily units and a mix of single-family homes is planned for Donnelly.  Roseberry Park, LLC wants to build Garnet Valley,...

‘Huge safety concern’: Valley Co. feels EMS stress with limited funding

Earlier this month, the Cascade Fire Department shared a story that detailed a medical call that sent a crew to Yellow Pine, a town...

McCall approves construction contract for $90k to convert one unit into affordable housing

The Toaster, a unique-looking home in McCall that was once set for demolition, is in the process of being converted into an affordable housing...

McCall changes course and denies bar after church objects

Following a local church’s opposition, the McCall City Council rejected an application for a bar that would have opened in the downtown core.  Razz, LLC,...

Valley County approves ARPA funds for affordable housing in Cascade

The West Central Housing Trust is getting a million-dollar grant to build affordable housing in Cascade.  In a 2-1 vote, the Valley County Commissioners voted...

State asks judge to throw out lingering Trident Holdings lawsuit over McCall land swap

A lawsuit brought by a Boise developer that hoped to overturn a state decision not to swap 26 square miles around McCall into the...

Valley County Commissioners approves to submit grant for S-bridge in Donnelly

The Valley County Commissioners approved a grant application that would put $1.5 million towards the S-bridge in Donnelly.  When heading up to Tamarack Ski Resort...

Deep Dive: Valley Co. mine proposal said to help clean waste & secure key mineral. Critics see flaws for environment, tourism

Tucked in the mountains of Valley County in a small town just east of Yellow Pine is the Stibnite Mine District. The district was...

City of McCall adopts a plan to make buildings, sidewalks more accessible for people with disabilities

The McCall City Council adopted a plan this month that will improve access for people with disabilities in certain areas of the city.  The plan,...

The S-bridge in Donnelly was not built for the traffic it sees now. A rebuild is still awhile out

When heading up to Tamarack Ski Resort in Donnelly, there's a bridge visitors must cross that has a somewhat watery reputation: The S-bridge, on...

Proposed McCall bar needs permission to operate near church

There are plans for a new bar in McCall but its approval partially hinges on its proximity to a nearby church. Idaho has a statute...

‘People want to see the pharmacy rebuilt’: After fire, Cascade’s Watkins pharmacy works to rebuild

Last February, Cascade’s only pharmacy burned to the ground. Watkins Pharmacy at 104 Main Street, alongside Highway 55, was a total loss. As a result,...

City of Cascade looking to regulate food trucks

The City of Cascade is introducing an ordinance that would add regulations to mobile food truck operations.  The code would establish vendor requirements and the...

Large subdivision project in Donnelly will move forward following appeal hearing

The Valley County Commission listened to an appeal for a subdivision in Donnelly with more than 100 lots, and decided to move the project...

Upgrades to large McCall park possible as city considers open space plan

The McCall City Council heard an update on the parks and recreation open space plan during its latest work session. The plan encourages the conservation...

No changes on McCall’s Cougar Island after new conservation easement put in place

Cougar Island in McCall will stay unchanged with a new conservation deal, which follows an auction process earlier this fall. Back in September, the Idaho...

McCall considering code change that would limit service stations on scenic routes

The McCall Planning and Zoning Commission discussed a potential code change that would limit new gas stations from being built along scenic routes. The current...

Long-standing McCall Christmas shop listed for sale

A couple of long-standing McCall businesses are listed for sale.  The Christmas House and Silver Linings Gift shop at 136 E Lake St are on...

Cascade Rural Fire Protection District levy fails

The Cascade Rural Fire Protection District had hoped to pass a levy on the 2022 ballot to add more emergency resources for the community....

Star-News in McCall sold to New Jersey-based media company

This week, The Star-News in McCall published its first edition under new ownership.  New Jersey-based CherryRoad Media bought the Star-News and now owns 79 newspapers...

City of McCall creating Housing Authority to address community needs

The McCall City Council will vote on a resolution Thursday evening that would establish a Housing Authority.  Currently, the city has a Housing Advisory Committee...

Tamarack Resort unveils winter upgrades

Tamarack Resort has announced upgrades and new passes for the upcoming winter season. Newly installed RFID-enabled ski check and heated lockers with boot and helmet...

Brundage lays out resort upgrades ahead of winter season

Guests at Brundage Mountain will see some improvements during the 2022/23 winter season. These upgrades are a part of the mountain's 10-year master plan,...

Shorter & later: McCall Winter Carnival to make big changes due to ‘unmanageable’ crowds

The McCall Winter Carnival is making one of the biggest changes in its 58-year history. In the last almost six decades, the carnival has grown...

‘A lot of work to do’: Valley Co. Commission tables large development

A large development near Donnelly called Valley Meadows was put on hold by the Valley County Commissioners. Triple Dot Development has applied to build Mountain...

McCall City Council allocates LOT funds to library expansion

The City of McCall is using Tourism Local Option Tax (LOT) revenue to help fund the library expansion. The approved 2022 city budget shows $105,000...

Podcast: Scott Turlington What’s next at Tamarack Resort

This week, BoiseDev publisher Don Day chatted with Tamarack Resort President and CEO Scott Turlington on the future of the resort. He talked about...

More than 100 homes planned for Donnelly

A large subdivision is proposed for Valley County.  Tamarack Falls would be located off of Tamarack Falls Rd. and S Norwood Rd. in Donnelly. The...

Deep Dive: Leaking sewage lagoon in McCall prompts questions on algae blooms. But water managers say it isn’t the cause

For more than a decade, the McCall water storage facility off of Deinhard Ln. has been leaking. Treated effluent is making its way into the...

McCall will cut number of occupants allowed in some short-term rentals

After months of discussion, the City of McCall will move forward with changes to its short-term rental code.  The city reported there are 524 short-term...