The BeginningIf you've ever shopped at an Albertsons grocery store (or driven by one) you've witnessed a part of Boise's history. Joe Albertson opened the first store called Albertson's Food Store in 1939 on State Street in Boise. After working his way up to district manager for Safeway Stores he wanted to open his own stores. He wasn't interested in opening just any grocery store and promised customers "Idaho's largest…
Establishing Residency when getting an Idaho Driver’s License
One of the most nerve-racking things about moving to a new state can be proving that you are now a resident of that state. This is especially true if you…
Fast Lane Boise Indoor Kart Racing
“Start your engines!” It’s a phrase that instantly causes an adrenaline rush. Fast Lane Indoor Kart Racing in Boise is built to give you just such a rush. We took our…
History of Boise – The Gem State
Potatoes aren’t the only ‘gem’ Idaho is famous for. Idaho is known as the “Gem State” for the 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones it produces—some of which are…
The Mall – Boise Town Square
Whether you’re looking for just the right outfit, buying the kids new clothes because they won’t stop growing, or doing a little retail therapy, a Mall will certainly fill your…
Youth Sports
It’s cold outside and there is still snow in the mountains, but who doesn’t look forward to the warmer weather of spring? With spring comes the return of green grass…
Radio Stations
If you’re anything like me, you’d rather listen to local radio. That satellite, streaming, online thing isn’t really my thing. Unless of course, I’m on a road trip – then…
Regions of Idaho
I remember watching the news during our first month and wondering where all these places were that they’d mention. 6 On Your Side gives regional weather forecasts and I had…
Home Buying
I’m sure that Idaho is full of amazing Realtors. We were connected with Lori through a friend in Utah. She has an endless amount of energy and she’s spunky! Lori…
Chip Cookie Co.
We are a cookie family. Sunday evening tradition is making cookies (and mostly eating all the dough). We’ll take a good cookie over cake or cupcakes any day! When we…