Idaho Matters learns about FARE Idaho, a new trade organization representing all aspects of the food sector from farmers and ranchers, to food and beverage producers to independent restaurants and bars. The group was formed in 2020 after the disruptions to the industry due to COVID-19. Listen • 14:03
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Boise’s Interfaith Sanctuary is looking for a new home for people experiencing homelessness. Shelter Executive Director Jodi Peterson Stigers believes they’ve found one: the former Salvation Army Thrift Store and food pantry in the 4300 block of West State Street.
Idaho Matters spoke with Peterson Stigers last month; listen back to that interview here.
But some people who live in the Veterans Park neighborhood are fighting against this proposal location. Today,
Idaho Matters spoke with three people who live in the area and are against the possible shelter: Katy Decker is the Veterans Park Neighborhood Association Vice President and Bobbie Aitchison and Matt Oman live in the area.