Idaho’s Famous Name-a-Snowplow Contest Is Officially Back

Is there a more influential Idahoan in recent history than Ashton Jeanty?

Survey says: NO.

While we have absolutely no clue if Ashton Jeanty was ever even an established Idaho resident, the all star running back from Boise State University spent more than enough time here in Idaho and it was beyond impactful.

Iconic? Sure--Boise State is well known, nationwide, in the football arena. But Ashton Jeanty only amplified the Broncos' presence in national media discussions because of his dominant ways running the football.

He's also the reason that one popular 'contest' is so popular with the Ada County Highway District.

Perhaps the most 'SO IDAHO' thing about Jeanty? He was a big enough deal to see a literal snow plow named after him.  The star athlete was a man for the people and we'll never see another like him.

Speaking of that snow plow--the whole idea of naming it after the star running back came from an annual and festive competition put on by the Ada County Highway District.

Did you know that you can submit your idea to NAME a snow plow ahead of winter?

The contest is live now and submissions are being accepted until October 9th.

You can submit a name of your favorite Boise State player or perhaps something that is funny, wintery, or just has a ring to it. Winning names will be narrowed down by a public vote and vetted, first, by ACHD officials.

Nominees must be Ada County Residents and some of the rules include--NO politics (that's a relief) and nothing inappropriate. The names will literally be attached to those giant plows that keep our streets safe and clean in the winter.

Learn more and nominate your plow, HERE.