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For over 50 years, Franz Witte has been southern Idaho's premier Garden Center and plant educational resource. As summer ramps up, many Treasure Valley residents know that it’s the season for pollinators and the year's hottest temperatures. The heightened temps will also be the most stressful time for your plants. Thankfully Franz Witte shared the 3 most important tips to help gardeners care for the flowers, trees, shrubs, and more. With the ...
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We might be biased, but Idaho wine country is the best in the west, with several of our local wineries in southern Idaho alone winning many awards. We are lucky enough to live mere miles from these wineries, and Idaho Wine Tours is the best way to explore them. Off the beaten path, the Star and Eagle Foothills tour will introduce you to three Idaho wineries you'll instantly fall in love with. Keep reading to learn more about the Star and Eagle Foothills tour with Idaho Wine Tours!...
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Riverstone International School is thrilled to once again be recognized as one of “America’s Most Challenging High Schools” by Jay Mathews of the Washington Post. Since 1997, the school has provided a superior private and independent educational opportunity for both Idaho students and international students from over 45 different countries. Riverstone International School blends their Five Pillars, core values, and the International Baccalaureate programs, whic...
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We Boiseans love to get out and enjoy the fantastic community sounds, flavors, and company. If you head to the Boise Spectrum at the corner of Cole & Overland this summer, you're sure to find something happening every day. Some of our favorite attractions here are CHOW Public Market & Eatery, Legends Sports Pub & Grill, and Thursday Thunder, a free live music event. Don't fret about reservations, tickets, or paid parking; you can show up whenever for a great time and park for...
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If you are suffering from seasonal allergies or frequent asthma, it could be time to look into the holistic healing of halotherapy at Salt Sanctuary. A former mortgage banker, founder Christina Baylis found a new chapter in life by bringing the first halotherapy and salt room to the Treasure Valley. While allergies and asthma might be a more prominent issue in the spring months, many Idahoans still suffer from their symptoms well into the summertime. Baylis, an expert in halotherapy, ...
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What's a more iconic duo than hot Idaho summer months and local ice cream? Our superb partners at Unbottled got the scoop on a complete list of ice cream shops in the Treasure Valley serving up delicious dairy treats. If ice cream isn't your thing, don't fret—we also added plenty of other options which serve all types of frozen treats. Check out the list below brought to you by Unbottled. They’ve compiled a list of shops from Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, ...
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Featured Image Pic Cred: Jason BuscemaNestled in the valley below the Sawtooth National Forest, Stanley is a popular recreation area for many Idahoans—and for good reason. The massive mountains, quality fishing holes, and multiple hiking trails appeal to our wild, nature-loving spirit. The allure of this rural mountain community has become an ever more popular vacation location for people all over the nation. With popularity comes a significant need for accommodations from the city of Stan...
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Did you know that Hells Canyon, at its deepest point, is over 1,000 feet deeper than the Grand Canyon? Reachable with ease thanks to the boats and crew at Hammer Down River Excursions, you can explore the Hells Canyon area in comfort. Our own journalist Mariah was lucky enough to experience the 7,993 ft deep canyons for herself and came back as an evangelist for Hammer Down. Keep reading to discover what to expect from your own tour with Hammer Down River Excursions.The Abundant and B...
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Summertime in Idaho means camping, four-wheeling, boating, and road trips to the gorgeous wilderness. No matter how hard you try to keep your car bright and shiny, any road trip will leave your car dirty. In between trips, it's essential to clean and protect your car with frequent washes at Boise's best car wash, Bluebird Express Car Wash. The experts in car cleanliness with a focus on environmentally friendly practices, Bluebird is equipped with all the custom built systems a...
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Operating since 1994, the Capital City Public Market is one of the Treasure Valley's largest Saturday markets. In years past, the market has been known to take over the streets of downtown Boise and 34th street in Garden City. The open-air market and its 150+ local vendors will take the Grove Plaza.Here, you can browse stall after stall of local produce, art, and other specialty crafts and foods. Creating a model of sustainable e-commerce is the driving mission behind Capital City Publi...
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Those scorching hot Idaho summer months are fast approaching, but thanks to Meridian Window Tint, you can prepare now to ensure your home is shielded and comfortable. With their various lines of professional-grade window films, owners can significantly improve the climate and UV protection of their inside space. Keep reading to discover how applying window film to your home or business windows is an essential service.Heat RejectionWhen the temperature in the Valley starts to creep up into t...
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The Totally Boise team ranges from novice plant parents and seasoned plant owners; Franz Witte has been able to help us find everything we need. With spring in bloom, Franz Witte’s team shared five must-have plants that are not only affordable but easy to care for plants you need to purchase this spring! They are the perfect addition to your landscaping to give it that fresh, updated look without breaking the bank.Five Must-Have Spring 2023 Plants 1. Cyclamen Looking for a v...
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Not far from the Boise metro area, off Highway 16, sits the Flats 16 Restaurant and Event Center. We, like many other Idahoans, agree that Flats 16 is well worth the drive. Their bold new flavors take on the classic American flavors using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. It’s truly farm to table!The Flats 16 is also one of the Treasure Valley’s largest events venues! They are excited to announce that they are now booking for 2022 weddings, birthdays, family gatherings, and corpora...
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Myth: Idaho houses sell themselves.False! While the Idaho housing market is one of the hottest in the country, sellers could be missing out by not hiring an agent while selling their homes or property. Tyler Horn, a truly local realtor with Amherst Madison shared his wealth of knowledge and experience on the current real estate market. A frequent voice on the Totally Boise channels, Tyler has become a terrific resource of information on all things Idaho real estate. In this most recent blog...
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When we aren't working away at creating new seasonal mags, in-touch social content, or testing out the latest restaurants, the Totally Boise team loves to get out into the vast Idaho nature. With hiking trails almost quite literally in our backyards, a river in the heart of town, and mountains just a stone's throw away, we, too, try to take full advantage of everything this land has to offer.What better activity than a picnic with someone you care about - even if that means just me, myse...
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