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Snow covered ground winter farm corral before the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho Article Charles Knowles | Photography Charles Knowles I have made many trips into the Sawtooth mountains of Idaho. As a photographer, each trip shows something different to offer. Not only does my own perspective change over the years, but the weather conditions are ever changing, not to mention different seasons. I ran across this old corral in the fields behind Stanley Idaho one winter. The corral itself was very photogenic, but there was magic happening behind it up in and above the mountains.  Alt ..read more

Dear Readers and Advertisers, This month’s Lifestyle special Home Edition also signals a new beginning for me as its publisher. For 35 years I have been active in marketing and sales of both print and online advertising. (26 years in the Treasure Valley.)  For the past 3 years, I worked with Richard Meyer on the development and growth of the Boise and Meridian Lifestyle Magazines.  With his retirement from the Lifestyle publications, I am stepping into his shoes, welcoming the expanded responsibilities as the new owner and publisher. Additionally, my brother Greg has become the pub ..read more

Mike Kirby of First Federal Bank Speaks to Treasure Valley Rental Property Article Kendall Houlton Many times, the property a first-time investor may be considering renting out is the property they are currently living in, and is their primary residence.  The interest rate may be favorable and the balance remaining on the property may be such that they could pull out equity to help finance their first investment property.   The down payment required to purchase a new investment property is typically greater than that of a primary home, and the interest rate is typically a bit ..read more

2020 VISION OF SUCCESS Article Hayden Seder | Photography Charles Knowles The secret is out: Boise is one of the best city’s in America to be living in and the best to move to. Residents of Idaho’s capital have long known its many attributes: mild climate, easy access to the outdoors and outdoor recreation, a booming job market, good schools, and other qualities that make it the best city for old and young, working and retired, singles and families. But now others are taking notice; a new article from MarketWatch just named Boise the hottest housing market of 2020. In a list of 25 cities, Bo ..read more

We introduce you to builders who by their talents and attention to the latest details, contribute meaningfully to a lifestyle we all have come to enjoy. Article Kendall Houlton The home builders of the Treasure Valley are a busy lot. Boise and its adjacent cities, such a Meridian and Eagle, are growing by leaps and bounds, attracting people from all over the country. And these future residents are in need of housing, both large and small. Thanks to the home builders of this area, attractive and architecturally pleasing residences have been developed for them. The choices are mani ..read more

The Great Advantages in Remodeling Instead of Moving Article Patricia Dunlop I have a degree in Interior Design and previously worked in commercial interior and hotel design and project management in South East Asia, New Zealand and Canada.  I got involved in kitchen and bath design work when I moved to Boise in 1995 as there weren’t many 5 star hotels here at the time. I became a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD) in 2011.  This certification is from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) and is based on education, experience and examination. I am also ..read more

We are pleased to present our special “Local’s Choice” issue featuring some of the Treasure Valleys largest “Influencers” who we asked to present to your, some of their favorite local businesses.  We will introduce these influencers to you and share how they help to promote our local community.  Then, each influencer will share some of their favorite local businesses along with more information about the business and why or how that business has made an impression on the influencer choosing it as their favorite.  Want more? Check out additional influencers in our sister publicat ..read more

Larry H. Miller Dealerships Celebrates a Decade of “Driving for Coats” Campaign Larry H. Miller Dealerships hosted its tenth annual “Driving for Coats” community coat, sock, and underwear drive to benefit the homeless community served by the Boise Rescue Mission Ministries (BRMM). New and gently used coats of all sizes were collected during the month of November to keep adults and children warm this winter. The Rescue Mission provides safe shelter to more than 400 homeless individuals and families each night during the cold winter months. A total of 230 lbs. of coats were collected this ..read more

Rainy Clearing Storm Looms Above the Historic Idanha Hotel Article Charles Knowles | Photography www.Knowlesgallery.com One of the architectural icons of Boise is the Famous Idanha Hotel. Beautiful architecture that is unlike any other buildings in Boise. I enjoy seeing some of those old pictures of Boise with the streets filled with Model A’s and in Black and White and there is the Idanha Hotel standing there is its all of its glory. For this picture.  I got up early on a rainy morning, before there was much traffic and when the lighting was still muffled. My goal was to take a portrait ..read more