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McCall Library expansion sets grand opening date
The McCall Public Library has closed to get ready for its big move. In 2021, a bond passed that allowed McCall to pursue a library expansion project. But visitors have been waiting for a library upgrade a lot longer than that — the old library was built in 1972.
Over 100 apartments approved at former McCall mobile home park
Plans to replace a McCall mobile home park with over 100 new rental units are one step closer to reality. Developer Michael Hormaechea plans to build the apartment complex on Idaho Street and Ward Street — the former site of McCall Manor Mobile Home Park. BoiseDev previously reported that...
Increase of Valley County overdose deaths prompts officials to share health resources
BOISE, Idaho — Officials in Valley County are concerned about the rise in overdoses since the new year. In response, the Central District Health and Valley County Opioid Response Project (VCORP) is sharing free resources with the community. VCORP said in a Monday news release from January to March...
May 2024 Election: McCall water bond expected to impact monthly water bills
MCCALL, Idaho — Voters in McCall can expect to see a water revenue bond on the May 21 ballot that city officials said has the potential to cost taxpayers up to $16.5 million. The May 2024 election will include a water bond that the City of McCall said will...
Warmer weather is on the horizon but changes are likely for the weekend
Monday has turned out to be quite comfortable after a chilly start with low temps near freezing. Lots of sunshine and lighter wind has made for a nice end of the day with temps holding in the 60s. Tuesday will show a nice warm-up for all locations with the valley...
Valley County Sheriff's Office highlights dispatchers, unlikeliest of deputies
BOISE, Idaho — Across Idaho, law enforcement is honoring those behind the scenes taking calls and coordinating officers. One Valley County deputy, in particular, is being highlighted even though he may have a bit of a drug problem. On Wednesday, the Valley County Sheriff's Office posted on its social...
Counties at Greatest Risk for Wildfire Damage – 2024 Study
Wildfires have become more prevalent in the U.S. over the last few decades. Like many other climate events, they can have a devastating effect on communities, destroying buildings and homes, closing businesses, damaging agriculture and changing the local ecology. Ultimately, with the increase in wildfires, some insurance companies have pulled their services out of specific […] The post Counties at Greatest Risk for Wildfire Damage – 2024 Study appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Short-term rental owners file suit against City of McCall over Airbnb ordinance
A group of short-term rental owners is taking the City of McCall to court over its ordinance imposing occupancy limits and requirements on vacation rentals within city limits. Six plaintiffs, including Dan and Diane Scott, James Buatti, Seasons at McCall LLC, Crispin MBR LLC, Veritas Properties LLC and Taylor Ward filed suit in Valley County’s Fourth Judicial District Court in February seeking to overturn the 2022 ordinance and declare it unconstitutional.
Baseball Game Preview: McCall-Donnelly Vandals vs. Homedale Trojans
McCall-Donnelly is 1-9 against Homedale since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Wednesday. The McCall-Donnelly Vandals will take on the Homedale Trojans at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. McCall-Donnelly was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday...
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