Opening day set for Costco Meridian
A treasure is headed our way: a new Costco in Meridian. With an opening date just around the corner, the arrival of Costco is timed perfectly for the upcoming season when we all hope to spread a little extra holiday cheer. The giant warehouse chain will open its doors...
Go-to Mexican restaurant finds new home in Boise
A familiar face to many fans of Mexican cuisine has greeted his customers like family for nearly 20 years in Boise. This month, Javier Andrade welcomed guests to his new location on W. Overland Road. Like other businesses, Andrade’s Mexican restaurant is carefully...
Home sales rally back following 3-month falloff
After three consecutive months of decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic, existing home sales made a comeback in June. In a one-month span, the market increased by more than 20 percent. Sales jumped to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.72 million units, up from...
Boise will reach for the skies this fall with return of Balloon Classic
Boise aeronauts will take to the skies once again this year. The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic, which was first introduced nearly 30 years ago, will lift off with some safety modifications on September 2 and continue through September 6 at Ann Morrison Park. Details...
Mortgage rates reach a record low, likely to continue through 2021
How low can they go? According to a forecast by Fannie Mae, mortgage rates are already at historic lows and are poised to come down even more. Even the average rate for the rest of the year is expected to hover nearly a half a percentage point below 2019 levels,...
Home purchase applications reach highest level since January
For the sixth consecutive week, applications for purchase mortgages reached a new high, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. This milestone elevated the association’s market index, which measures application volume, back into positive territory, increasing...
Despite pause to economy, home seller profits continue to soar in Boise
Price gains from home sales across the nation did not slow down in the first quarter of the year even with the sudden pause to the economy. Despite the negative economic effects brought on by the coronavirus, the real estate market continues to be a source of growing...
Boise restaurants serving up great food for takeout
Restaurants in Boise are open for business and cooking up the same incredible meals to go that you and your family are familiar with and love. Businesses across the region are adjusting to today’s realities and appreciate your support. Boise is just that kind of place...
PMR Gives Back launches fundraising campaign to help Idaho Foodbank, local schools
With the food supply chain being stretched thin at the moment due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis, food banks across the country are struggling to keep their shelves stocked. The same goes for the Idaho Foodbank. This is why we are so happy to spread the word...