Ryan

With Idaho roots seven-years-deep, Ryan’s lived somewhat of a gypsy life as a military spouse for the last 14 years. From Chicago to Germany, to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, she’s found her forever home in Star and on the radio! Assumed to be a man with Low-T, Ryan’s spent the majority of her adult life fending off solicitations for male enhancement products. She also resents the assumption that Dude Ryan wouldn’t be a virile beef cake. Always Miss Manners, she finds it amusing when people are surprised by her spitfire sense of humor and penchant for sipping bourbon with her burly, bearded hubby. She loves writing, watching kids wipe out at the playground, and any reason that gets her out of doing the laundry. True story: she once donated three baskets of freshly washed laundry she didn’t feel like folding and highly recommends it. If you call her and don’t tell her she’s on speakerphone with your kids within earshot, you most certainly will next time.

Dog Owners Beware: Boise Dog Slaughtered By Coyotes On Patio

Yesterday I learned my co-worker's West Highland Terrier was recently slaughtered and ripped apart by two coyotes. As of this past February 2022, Idaho Fish and Game advise local homeowners and nature enthusiasts to "take extra safety precautions, especially while [Idaho] is in the middle of coyote breeding season."

WARNING: 100 Deadliest Days of Driving Is About to Begin

Friday, May 26th marks the start of 100 Deadliest Days of Driving in Idaho and nationwide. Triggered by an uptick of people embarking upon road trips between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day, Idaho State Police advise extreme caution.

Unpopular opinion: our fallen service members would want us to beer and barbeque-it-up on Memorial Day. Our fallen soldiers didn't sacrifice their lives for Americans to sit around and sulk on Memorial Day. But per your freedoms safeguarded by their selfless service, you have the right to disagree with me. Celebrate our service members who sacrificed their lives for our freedom with gratitude, fun, and fellowship. This year Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 30, 2022. Gem State patriots inclined to celebrate Memorial Day with the Idaho Division of Veterans Services are invited to attend a one-hour ceremony at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. The ceremony, which includes a commemorative wreath presentation by local Veteran agencies, begins promptly at 10 a.m.

Memorial Day 2022: Honoring Idaho’s Service Members Killed In Action

This year Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 30, 2022. Gem State patriots inclined to celebrate Memorial Day with the Idaho Division of Veterans Services are invited to attend a one-hour ceremony at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. The ceremony, which includes a commemorative wreath presentation by local Veteran agencies, begins promptly at 10 a.m.

8 Things Old School Idaho Kids Did With Dandelions

Decades before we were homeowners saddled by the unrealistic expectations of Homeowners Associations and perfectly manicured lawns, we were curious kids exploring the imaginary wilds of our backyards. A nod to some of the best parts of our childhood, you're invited to journey with me down memory lane. And whether you're a born-and-raised Idahoan or a transplant, all are welcome.

Happy National Lucky Penny Day, Boise!

Happy National Lucky Penny Day! That’s right—if you didn’t know, today’s the day the bronze one-cent coins are said to have an especially magical effect on people who find ‘em or flip ‘em. Whether you’re superstitious or just a wee bit ‘stitious, heads or tails, it’s said not to matter. In honor of the luckiest day of the year, we pulled together a short series of facts on the famed one-cent piece. We also saved the best for last with Randy Miller’s legendary Penny Wall in Mountain Home!

Boise’s Best Arts & Science Summer Camps 2022

Check out nine fantastic Boise arts and science camps that stray from the beaten path to engage your child's senses, creativity, and critical thinking skills. From the culinary arts to young author and coding camps, there's a niche for any kid age five-to-14.

6 Tendencies Boise Locals Can’t Resist

For as environmentally conscientious as many of us are, we'll burn gas by the gallon in search of the perfect camping, fishing, or hiking spots. Because nothing says, "We love the Ozone Layer," quite like adding another hole to it.

3 Boise Experts To Transform Your Dog’s Terrible Behavior

Just this afternoon on my ride home from Boise to Star, my husband called me with news on her latest shenanigans: a chewed up dog bed. It got me thinking that it might be time to put her in one of these dog training schools. In truth, it's a thought I've had dozens of times before, but I kept hoping she would outgrow those undesirable quirks. Each of the schools below offer different methods for re-shaping your dog's behavior, but all of them lead with experience, love, and compassion. Good luck, my fellow dog-moms and dog-dads! I hope you find the help you need for your furry one.

26 Interesting & Questionable Idaho National Rankings

After living here for nearly eight years, I'm constantly fascinated by the negative reviews Idaho receives from all kinds of kinds. When homegrown locals who can't wait to get out of the state start to confide their Treasure Valley troubles to me, I struggle to identify with them. After moving around the world for military life, I can't imagine calling another state my home.