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Meridian Performing Arts Center Eyed for Downtown Feed Mill Site Near City Hall
Meridian
MERIDIAN — The Meridian Development Corp. accepted a Babcock Design study for a two-story performing arts center on the Zamzow family's Old Fashioned Feed Mill site next to City Hall. The idea is very early and depends on the land and funding.
New Projects
Meridian, Idaho: New Shops, Offices and a Restaurant Planned at Ten Mile and Franklin
Meridian
MERIDIAN — Meridian City Council approved a rezone for about 12 acres at the northwest corner of Ten Mile and Franklin roads, setting up more than 52,000 square feet of retail, office and restaurant space.
Housing
Momentum Subdivision in Meridian: Brighton Brings Next Phase Next to New Costco
Meridian
MERIDIAN — Brighton's Momentum Subdivision, about 106 acres of mixed-use next to the new Meridian Costco at Meridian Road and Lake Hazel Road, goes to Planning and Zoning on Nov. 5, 2026.
Idaho
Brighton Files Meridian Application for 584-Acre Ibaia Neighborhood
Meridian
MERIDIAN — Brighton Corp. has filed a formal development application with the City of Meridian for Ibaia, a large North Meridian neighborhood planned on more than 584 acres along the city’s northern edge. The filing…
Infrastructure
Meridian, Idaho Heritage Square Mixed-Use Restarts Downtown Union 93 Site
Meridian
Ahlquist and Pacific Companies release Heritage Square renderings for downtown Meridian: office, ~250 apartments, retail, and plaza on the former Union 93 site. Break ground eyed early 2027. Meridian, Idaho is getting a…
Infrastructure
Meridian, Idaho Approves $1B Pine 43 Mixed-Use With Hotel and Public Plaza
Meridian
Meridian City Council approved Pine 43 (~$1B) near Pine & Locust Grove: 900+ homes, 160-room hotel, office, retail, and a ~41,000 sq ft plaza. Buildout eyed ~2027. Meridian, Idaho has approved Pine 43 — a roughly $1…
Infrastructure
Meridian, Idaho Advances District at Ten Mile With First Target
Meridian
Meridian’s District at Ten Mile advances with first Target (~148k sq ft), In-N-Out, Life Time, hotels, and more at I-84 & Ten Mile. Opening eyed May 2027. Meridian, Idaho is advancing The District at Ten Mile — a…
Local Business
Heritage Square Mixed-Use Planned for Downtown Meridian, Idaho
Meridian
Ahlquist and The Pacific Companies plan Heritage Square at Meridian’s Main & Broadway — ~120k sq ft office, ~32k retail, ~250 apartments; groundbreaking targeted Q1 2027.
Local Business
Idaho State Police Breaks Ground on $29M Forensic Lab in Meridian
Meridian
ISP broke ground Aug. 25 on a $29 million, 20,000-square-foot forensic lab in Meridian. DNA, digital forensics, and ballistics. Opening January 2028.
Local Business
Meridian Breaks Ground on a $21M Community Center at Settlers Park
Meridian
City of Meridian is building a 26,000-square-foot community center west of Settlers Park. Gym, classrooms, Fire Outreach Center. Opening late 2027. Meridian just broke ground on a community center six times the size of…
Local Business
Buc-ee’s to bring Its Legendary Convenience Store Experience to Meridian Idaho
Meridian
Idaho could soon be home to its very first Buc-ee’s, the beloved Texas-based travel center known for its massive stores, spotless bathrooms, and unbeatable snac What Makes Buc-ee’s Special? Founded in 1982 in Lake…
Local Business
Costco Moves Closer to Reality in South Meridian Idaho
Kuna
A new Costco Wholesale location in South Meridian is one step closer to breaking ground after the company filed permits with the City of Meridian. The proposed 200,342-square-foot warehouse, set for the corner of Lake…
Local Business
El Pollo Loco Expands into Idaho with New Locations in Meridian, Nampa & Boise
Nampa
The wait is over, Idaho! El Pollo Loco, the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken chain, has officially secured its first Idaho location in Nampa Known for its fresh, citrus-marinated, flame-grilled chicken and…
Local Business
Idaho’s First Kinya Ramen Opens in Meridian Serving Golden 24K Ramen & Sushi
Meridian
Ramen and sushi lovers in the Treasure Valley now have a new dining option, A Golden Culinary Experience Kinya Ramen is known for its signature golden ramen , featuring rich broths and premium ingredients. But the real…
Local Business
Kinya Ramen Restaurant Celebrates Soft Opening in Meridian, Serving Ramen and Sushi
Meridian
Kinya is currently celebrating its soft opening at 3149 W Quintale Dr #130, Meridian, ID 83646, inviting diners to experience the essence of Japanese cuisine in Sushi lovers will also find a variety of specialty rolls…
Jobs
CBH Homes to Host Job Fair for Sales Professionals on February 25th
Meridian
CBH Homes, voted Idaho's #1 Best Place to Work, is hosting a job fair on February 25th.
Local Business
A First Look at Kpot: New Korean BBQ and Hot Pot Restaurant in Meridian, Idaho!
Meridian
Food enthusiasts have a new dining destination in town with the grand opening of Kpot, a Korean BBQ and hot pot restaurant located in Meridian, Idaho. Upon entering Kpot, guests are greeted by an inviting atmosphere…
Local Business
Grand Opening of KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot in Meridian, Idaho!
Meridian
Mark your calendars! KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot is set to open its doors on December 22nd.
Local Business
New Asian Japanese and Korean Dining Spots Arrive in Meridian, Idaho: UMI Shabu, Kinya Ramen, and KPOT BBQ!
Meridian
Meridian, Idaho is welcoming a wave of new Asian dining: UMI Japanese Shabu Shabu (already open), plus Kinya Ramen and KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot on the way. UMI Japanese Shabu Shabu: A Taste of Japan in Meridian…
Local Business
A Third In-N-Out Planned For The Treasure Valley
Nampa
Since opening the first location in December, lines have remained steady at the California-based fast-food chain at The Village at Meridian, but the City of Meridian could be getting a second In-N-Out location, this…