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Micron Plans $10B Boise Research Campus to Accelerate Memory Innovation
business5 days ago

Micron Plans $10B Boise Research Campus to Accelerate Memory Innovation

Micron announced it will launch a $10 billion Micron Research Labs campus in Boise, bringing hundreds of researchers to advance memory technology, compute architectures, chip manufacturing and packaging. The campus location is to be announced, and it will collaborate with universities (including Stanford) and integrate with Micron’s global R&D network as part of more than $60 billion in U.S. manufacturing and research investments; ground-breaking is planned for next year.

via Boise Dev|
#boise#business#memory
Micron's Boise Chip Boom Rewrites a Hometown
business5 days ago

Micron's Boise Chip Boom Rewrites a Hometown

Micron’s $50 billion expansion in Boise — including two new chip fabs that will create about 17,000 jobs (3,500 at Micron) — is transforming the city with rising housing costs, a bustling dining and real estate scene, and a wave of new residents, while the company pursues U.S. memory production growth (40% of DRAM by 2035) aided by up to $6.2B in CHIPS Act funds; the boom boosts local wealth and business, but also raises concerns about affordability and overreliance on a single industry, all amid stock volatility that has rewarded and unsettled investors alike.

via CNBC|
#boise#business#chip-manufacturing
Wastewater signals Boise COVID-19 uptick as schools reopen
health-and-wellness5 days ago

Wastewater signals Boise COVID-19 uptick as schools reopen

Boise-area wastewater data shows an upward trend in COVID-19 levels as students return to school, suggesting a possible surge. Health officials note that the fall-winter respiratory season can strain hospitals and emphasize staying up to date with vaccines, getting tested, and continuing preventive measures. Emergency visits for COVID-like symptoms have been low recently, but past seasons have seen spikes, underscoring the ongoing importance of vigilance.

via Idaho Statesman|
#back-to-school#boise#covid-19
Boise Rotavirus Surge Detected in Wastewater Prompts Health Advisory
health2 months ago

Boise Rotavirus Surge Detected in Wastewater Prompts Health Advisory

Wastewater testing shows high rotavirus levels in the Boise area, signaling a contagious stomach flu that mainly endangers infants and young children. Common symptoms include severe watery diarrhea, vomiting, and fever, with dehydration being a major risk that can require hospitalization. There is no specific antiviral treatment; most cases are managed with rest and fluids, though more serious cases may need hospital care. Vaccination is the best prevention, supplemented by thorough handwashing and routine surface disinfection to slow spread. Seek medical care for dehydration, persistent vomiting, high fever, or severe abdominal pain, and be aware of rare complications like intussusception that require urgent attention.

via Idaho Statesman|
#boise#diarrhea#health
Alaska Airlines adds three seasonal routes from Sonoma County airport
business3 months ago

Alaska Airlines adds three seasonal routes from Sonoma County airport

Alaska Airlines will launch three seasonal nonstop routes from Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport starting Nov. 1, linking Santa Rosa to Boise, Phoenix and Salt Lake City through mid‑April 2027. Phoenix flights will operate daily through April 21, 2027, while Boise and Salt Lake City will run daily during peak periods through April 19–21, 2027, with off‑peak schedules varying. The expansion reinforces Alaska’s long‑running presence at the airport and expands options for travelers in the North Bay.

via The Press Democrat|
#alaska-airlines#boise#business
Boise Car Dealership Ends 50-Year Run, Plans Future Move
business7 months ago

Boise Car Dealership Ends 50-Year Run, Plans Future Move

Fairly Reliable Bob’s, a Boise-based used car dealership with a 50-year history, is moving from its Main St. location to a new, larger facility near Eagle Rd. and Fairview Ave. in Meridian to expand its service department and showcase its Corvette collection, aiming for a mid-2023 move. The move is part of the company's growth strategy to better serve its customers and attract new ones, after years of searching for the right property.

via BoiseDev|
#boise#business#car-dealership
Flu Surge in Boise and Beyond Raises Holiday Health Concerns
health7 months ago

Flu Surge in Boise and Beyond Raises Holiday Health Concerns

Flu cases are rapidly increasing in the Boise area and southern Idaho, with the CDC reporting high activity levels and a predominance of influenza A. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination and preventive measures, as the flu season peaks and severe cases, including hospitalizations and a death, are reported. It is not too late to get vaccinated to reduce severity and prevent complications.

via Idaho Statesman|
#boise#flu-surge#flu-vaccination
Boise Moves to Close Pickleball Courts Amid Noise Lawsuit
local-news1 year ago

Boise Moves to Close Pickleball Courts Amid Noise Lawsuit

Boise is closing its Manitou Park pickleball courts due to noise complaints from nearby residents, following a lawsuit and settlement related to noise pollution affecting residents' quality of life. The closure leaves local players frustrated, especially the elderly, who value the social and physical benefits of the sport. The city is reallocating courts to address these concerns, but players feel their needs are being overlooked.

via Idaho Statesman|
#boise#community-controversy#court-closures