What Idahoans Really Think About The New Caldwell LDS Temple

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Last week, we reported that a new LDS Temple will be built in Caldwell.

The report has sparked a lot of reaction, and we wanted to share with you what Idahoans in the Treasure Valley, particularly in Canyon County, thought about the new Temple construction.

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Are we folks excited about the new construction? Are we concerned about traffic? Should the funds be used for a more concrete solution to help those in need?

The Treasure Valley is growing, which means more people are moving into the area. If you live in Canyon County or outside of Ada County, you have to drive to Meridian or Boise to visit an LDS Temple.

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The new Temple is one of several new construction projects worldwide. Did you know there are over 480,000 Latter-day Saints meeting in around 1,300 congregations.

Idaho continues to lead the nation in growth and the Gem State's major population center is the Treasure Valley.

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The move means more folks of faith will be moving into the Treasure Valley. It is well known that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints does extensive research before they determine an area for a new Temple.

We saw research in action when the church built the Meridian Temple which wasn't near downtown Meridian, but near the fast growing West Ada sector between Meridian, Eagle, and Star.

We'll continue to monitor and update this situation as it develops.

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