What you might have missed: big development, restaurant move, stabbing lawsuit
The Idaho Statesman’s top stories from April 16-17 range from a major development near Interstate 84 in Meridian to a stabbing accusation against a Boise County elected official. Here’s a quick look at what’s making news across the Treasure Valley.
• New buildings near Topgolf: Developer Ahlquist plans to add more than 200,000 square feet of commercial space to Eagle View Landing in Meridian, including a five-story corporate campus and medical office buildings. A 2,300-person concert venue called Revolution 2.0, by Creston Thornton, is expected to break ground within weeks. Reported by Rose Evans
• Beloved Boise restaurant moves: Tango’s Empanadas, rated 4.8 out of 5 stars on Google and Yelp, said an emotional goodbye to its original Morris Hill location after 20 years. But don’t fret — the restaurant is simply relocating three blocks south to 295 N. Orchard St. and also plans a third Boise location. Reported by Michael Deeds
• 50-state running milestone: Meridian resident Tera Gibb, 43, has completed a half-marathon in all 50 states, finishing her journey at the Revel Mt. Charleston race in Las Vegas — a feat made more remarkable because she was diagnosed with autoimmune myopathy in 2024. Reported by Rachel Roberts
• Elected official accused of stabbing: A civil lawsuit accuses Boise County Commissioner Darrell “Lindy” Lindstrom of holding a woman at knifepoint and stabbing a girl during an altercation on the Payette River last August. No criminal charges have been filed. Reported by Nicole Blanchard
• New patriotic license plate: Idaho released an America 250 license plate featuring an American flag to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, with fees supporting the Idaho Heritage Trust. Check out the new look in the linked article. Reported by Sally Krutzig
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