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The Cascade Rural Fire Protection District proposes levy increase

The Cascade Rural Fire Protection District wants to add a property tax increase to the November election ballot to hire additional first responders.  If residents...

Tamarack gets green light to build estates near golf course

Tamarack Resort is one step closer to building estate lots east of the Osprey Meadows Golf course.  Last night, the Valley County Planning and Zoning...

Huge Donnelly development to be discussed at community meeting

In a community meeting Thursday evening, a developer will unveil his plans for a massive development in Donnelly. Craig Groves wants to build Mountain Meadows...

A stop to building in McCall? City leaders hold informational session on moratoriums

The City of McCall held an educational meeting on building moratoriums last week.  The city held this informative meeting to help officials and residents better...

Brown Park in McCall to wrap up construction with hope of opening memorial day

Construction is starting up again on McCall's Brown Park.  Brown Park sits north of E Lake St. and Hemlock St. on the former McCall Mill...

Brundage purchases off-mountain site for employee housing

Brundage Mountain Resort is one step closer to expanding employee housing options.  In early March, Brundage officially closed on the purchase of a 10,000 square...

Roundabout set for Idaho 55 at large new riverfront housing project

If you've driven through Cascade in recent months, you might have noticed significant construction activity on the south side of town, just across the...

McCall announces finalists for police chief

The City of McCall released the names of the two finalists for the McCall Police Department Chief.  Candidates Dallas Palmer of McCall and Matt Jones...

Cascade bookstore reopens following Watkins fire

After several weeks of being closed, the Recycled Bookstore in Cascade will reopen its doors today.  The bookstore shut down following the Watkins Pharmacy fire,...

Over 200 manufactured homes planned near Donnelly

A developer is looking for a solution to the rental shortage in Valley County. California-based Roseberry Park, LLC wants to build Roseberry Park - a...

Cascade voters to decide on $19 million bond for hospital expansion

In the upcoming May election, certain voters in Cascade will have to decide on a measure that would help fund a new medical facility. The...

“Amazing link”: New trail will connect two major trail systems near Brundage

Brundage Mountain Resort's trail system will connect to Bear Basin, via a new pathway this summer.  This new multi-use trail will join the resort's 30-mile...

Boise National Forest accepts Tamarack expansion plan

Tamarack Resort is taking its next steps to expand across national forest lands.  Earlier this week, the Boise National Forest accepted Tamarack’s application to expand...

Spring construction to resume on Highway 55

Drivers can soon expect delays on Highway 55 toward McCall. The Idaho Transportation Department is resuming construction on SH-55 between Smiths Ferry and the Rainbow...

Brundage gets OK for first 88 homes at base of ski resort

Adams County commissioners approved expansion plans for Brundage Mountain Resort.  Phase one of the project, called Northwoods, would bring 88 homes to the base of...

Condos with workforce housing planned for McCall

A condominium application that has deed-restricted housing will be in front of the McCall City Council this Thursday.  Fruitland-based Rywest Homes wants to build Black...

“Innovative”: McCall council approves new public art project

McCall City Council unanimously approved a new public art project. The Payette Land Trust and the City of McCall are teaming up to launch “Conserving...

Bill would free certain pieces of land from planning and zoning regulations after Valley Co. move

A bill introduced to the Idaho Legislature would change how cities grow.  Rep. Terry Gestrin, R-Donnelly, sponsored HB 643, which would exempt certain pieces of...

“Really excited”: Cascade restaurant features axe throwing, comedy nights & more

Sydney Tyler and her family named their restaurant Palooza Basecamp & Eatery because they wanted it to be the “launching point” for all the...

McCall to hold “educational” meeting on building moratoriums

McCall City Council will hear a presentation on building moratoriums next month In a Facebook post, the city said the meeting is for "education only"....

‘Casual’ & ‘fun’ new restaurant set in Donnelly for Valley Co. residents, visitors

New owners have plans for the long-standing building that used to house the Perch 55 bar in Donnelly. Teri Lynn Patten is opening The Roost,...

Valley Co. P&Z approves ‘Estate sites’ near McCall

BoiseDev previously told you about a large subdivision planned for Valley County. Earlier this week, the planning and zoning commission approved it.  Boise-based The McCall...

Cascade Library closes following Watkins fire

The Cascade Public Library will be closed for six weeks due to damages sustained from the Watkins Pharmacy fire.  In a Facebook post, the library...

Watkins Pharmacy in Cascade burns down

Watkins Pharmacy in Cascade was destroyed by a fire early Tuesday morning. According to Valley County Dispatch, the fire was called in at 2:46 a.m....

‘Above and beyond’: ITD to add shipping containers to protect drivers in slide-prone Idaho 55 zone

Idaho Transportation Department work crews will reinstall large shipping containers in the Idaho 55 work zone between Smiths Ferry and the Round Valley. That area...

Valley Co. home prices see increase, McCall median home price skyrockets

The data is in for real estate in Valley County and from 2020 to 2021, prices have continued to climb. The median home price over...

‘Very fun activity’: McCall City Council approves new pedal boat concession

In a 3-2 vote, the McCall City Council voted to approve a new water concession. Applicant Sara Lenda has been working with council and staff...

McCall’s former Pancake House sold to developer known for Natural Grocers stores

An iconic McCall breakfast restaurant has officially sold.  Back in early December 2021, BoiseDev reported the Pancake House was officially closing its doors for good....

UPDATE: Idaho 55 reopens at 9pm Monday after latest slide

Idaho Highway 55 is open as of 9pm Monday, after a rockslide overnight Saturday in the canyon between Smiths Ferry and Round Valley. The road...

New brunch spot planned on Payette Lake, after attempt at Pancake House location didn’t come through

A new place to grab brunch is opening in McCall. Last fall, BoiseDev told you about the Blue Bench Brunchette opening on the Boise Bench...