​BOISE, IDAHO, FEBRUARY 02, 2026 - The Board of Directors of CSHQA is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jim Marsh as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. He will lead the firm's strategic and business functions, oversee the development of initiatives and business objectives to drive efficiency and profitability, and foster a supportive and engaging workplace culture. As CEO, Marsh will represent the firm with high-value clients, industry leaders, the financial community, and the public. In addition, he will foster growth and development among the executive team and staff, creating a vision for the firm's overall success.

“Jim Marsh’s experience as both a Director on our Board and a Principal Architect provides him with a distinctive perspective and deep understanding of CSHQA’s history, culture, and operations. Jim’s leadership, vision, and institutional knowledge position him well to guide the firm through current priorities and future strategic initiatives that will shape our continued growth and long-term direction.” – Jim Otradosky, Principal Architect and Board Chairman.

As CSHQA's President and Chief Executive Officer, Jim brings nearly three decades of leadership, a deep understanding of the firm's employee-ownership culture, and an unwavering commitment to design excellence. He consistently delivers strong results, fosters collaboration across CSHQA's offices, and inspires innovation while upholding the values that have defined the firm for 135+ years.

“The promotion of Jim Marsh to CEO is recognition of his leadership skills, and I look forward to working with him on the next chapter of CSHQA’s journey. Jim is respected by Clients and colleagues alike and will bring new energy and vision to our architects, interior designers, and engineers.” - Mark Gier, VP of Architecture.

With a history spanning over 135 years, CSHQA is an award-winning design firm specializing in full-service architecture, engineering, interiors, and land development. The firm designs projects across the aviation, adaptive reuse, government and civic, grocery, higher education, historic preservation, hospitality, multi-family housing, retail and commercial, and workplace sectors. Established in 1889 and 100% employee-owned since 2018, CSHQA has offices in Boise, Idaho; Denver, Colorado; and Sacramento, California, with licensed professionals available nationwide to meet client needs.

[Meridian, Idaho] – January 20, 2026 -- Sorren, a Top 50 national tax, accounting, and advisory firm founded in the Treasure Valley, has announced the appointment of Josh Tyree as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 20, 2026. Tyree previously served as President and has played a central role in the firm’s growth from its Idaho beginnings to a national platform.

Founded in Idaho in 1996 as Harris & Co., Sorren has grown into the largest Idaho-based accounting and advisory firm, while remaining deeply rooted in the local business community. The firm’s expansion has brought national opportunities and long-term investment back to its Treasure Valley headquarters – supporting jobs, leadership development, and economic growth across the state, while strengthening local businesses through expanded service capabilities.

Today, Tyree is widely known within Idaho’s business community as a collaborative, values-driven leader committed to both professional excellence and community impact.

“This transition reflects years of intentional leadership development and strong planning,” said Michael O’Donnell, Executive Chairman of Sorren. “Josh has been instrumental in shaping Sorren’s growth while staying true to the values that defined the firm from the beginning. His leadership ensures that Sorren’s national success continues to benefit the communities where it all started.”

Tyree’s appointment follows a planned leadership transition, with O’Donnell moving into the Executive Chairman role after serving as CEO during Sorren’s early formation. O’Donnell will remain actively involved as a strategic advisor to the firm.

“As Sorren has grown, our responsibility to Idaho has only increased,” said Tyree. “We’re proud to be an Idaho-grown firm competing on a national stage – and even prouder that ourgrowth creates opportunity for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve here at home.”

Under Tyree’s leadership, Sorren has accelerated its integration and growth plans, uniting firms and teams across the country while preserving the local relationships and culture that have long defined its success. The firm’s continued expansion reinforces the Treasure Valley’s role as a hub for leadership, talent, and innovation within the accounting and advisory profession.

About Sorren
Sorren is a Top 50 national tax, accounting, and advisory firm founded in Idaho’s Treasure Valley. With offices and professionals across the United States, Sorren combines national resources with local expertise to support clients, communities, and long-term economic growth.

For more information, visit www.sorren.com.

KETCHUM, IDAHO—The Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) celebrates its fourth annual Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration, from January 27 to 31, 2026, featuring 17 chefs, including James Beard Award-winning chefs, acclaimed restaurateurs, Food Network celebrities and influencers.
 
For 2026, The Celebration has expanded with the debut of the Wine Tasting & Seafood Extravaganza at the Limelight Hotel Ketchum, the VIP Gala at the Sun Valley Clubhouse and a special Dinner and DJ at Trail Creek Cabin. In addition, this year’s event features the third annual Après Ski Grand Tasting at the Limelight Ketchum and the fourth annual après-ski Britt’s Burger Bash, which is open to the community.
 
“In just four short years, the Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration has become a signature highlight of the Sun Valley winter season,” said SVCI Executive Director Karl Uri. “With 17 celebrity and James Beard Award–winning chefs joining us, the momentum and growth have been extraordinary. What excites me most is the impact on our students—these chefs roll up their sleeves, work side by side with them, and open doors to training, mentorship and professional connections that will shape their futures in this industry.”
 
The Celebration will also feature numerous cooking classes and other food-inspired events throughout this five-day culinary experience in Sun Valley. Returning Chefs include Barton Seaver, John Sundstrom, Jason Wilson, Kelsey Barnard Clark and Steve Phelps, who will join new Celebration participants Chefs Casey Thompson, Duskie Estes & John Stewart, Joe Sasto, Brandon Randolph, Kris Padalino, Maria Mazon, Brother Luck and Chef and American food influencer Tieghan Gerard. Back for their fourth year are Chefs Ethan Stowell, Jonathon Sawyer and Britt Rescigno.
 
Sponsorships and VIP packages are available and include private dinners with several of The Celebration’s attending chefs. Alpine Lodging and Limelight Hotel Ketchum are the 2026 Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration lodging partners offering special rates to attend this year’s Celebration. For more information on all events, tickets and VIP passes, visit sunvalleyculinary.org/2026-food-and-wine-celebration.
 
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Boise, Idaho — [December 31, 2025] — IFP Connect, a manufacturer of patented fiberoptic networking hardware, today announced that its Fiber PoE Extender has been named a Gold Innovator’s Award recipient by Cabling Installation & Maintenance as part of the publication’s annual Cabling Innovators Awards program, marking two consecutive 
years of Innovation Awards to the Company.

The Cabling Innovators Awards recognize products, projects, and platforms that  demonstrate meaningful advancement, measurable benefits, and real-world impact within the structured cabling and ICT infrastructure industry. Gold-level awards are 
reserved for innovations that provide substantial improvement over existing solutions.
The award will be formally presented at the BICSI Winter 2026 Conference, taking place 
January 19-21, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. In conjunction with the event, IFP Connect will 
be exhibiting at Booth 405, where attendees can see live demonstrations of the awardwinning Fiber PoE Extender and related fiber-to-the-edge solutions.

“This Innovation Award is exciting for our team, as it validates our multi-year  effort to revolutionize the way installers and partners design and install data  networks, and the value provided to the building owner.” said Eric Crawford, Founder and President of IFP Connect. “This product, when combined with our switches, in-wall transceivers, and PDUs, allows dealers to install 100% fiberoptic data networks within a building in less time and at a lower cost than any competing copper or fiber solution.”

The industry-exclusive IFP Connect Fiber PoE Extender enables installers to extend 
gigabit data and PoE+ (30W) beyond the traditional100m/330ft Ethernet distance 
limitation. The solution reduces material requirements, installation time, and total system 
cost compared to conventional copper-based or hybrid network designs.

Key Features and Benefits
• Lower total install cost for full fiber-to-the-edge deployments
• Extended-distance PoE and data delivery
• Reduced copper usage versus Category cabling
• Simplified installation with integrated status indicators
• Seamless integration with IFP Connect switches, in-wall transceivers, and PDUs
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This marks the second consecutive Gold Innovators Award for IFP Connect. In 2024, the company received a Gold Innovators Award from Cabling Installation & Maintenance for its In-Wall Fiber Transceiver, reinforcing the company’s leadership in practical, installerfocused fiber innovation.

About IFP Connect
IFP Connect designs, engineers, and manufactures patented fiberoptic transceiver and 
power supply hardware that enables low-voltage data networking contractors to deliver full 
fiberoptic networks to the edge with reduced cost and labor. Products are sold through 
exclusive dealers, distributors, and VARs

As of October 1, 2025, the United States Congress was unable to reach an agreement on a budget 
for fiscal year 2026, resulting in a government shutdown impacting approximately 750,000 
employees nationwide — among them more than 100,000 in the Pacific Northwest and roughly 
11,000 in Idaho. This lapse in funding halts many federal operations — including the disbursement 
of grants and payments that sustain essential programs and services (SNAP, essential housing 
assistance, etc.) relied upon by millions of Americans. 
 
United Way is deeply concerned about the serious implications this shutdown has on individuals, 
families, and communities — particularly those already struggling to make ends meet. ALICE 
households — Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — are especially at risk, making up 
41% of households in Idaho. These are working families who can’t afford basic needs. When 
government systems pause, community needs do not. 
 
We know the government shutdown is creating uncertainty for many families. Support is available 
for those in need of essential health and human services, and United Way of Treasure Valley 
remains steadfast in our commitment to helping our communities through this challenging time. 
 
If you or someone you know has been affected by the shutdown, there are several ways to get 
support and connect with essential food, housing, utility, health, and mental health resources: 
 
To search and connect with thousands of local resources online, visit findhelpidaho.org, a 
service provided by United Ways of Idaho. 
 
To speak with someone who can help you navigate available resources, dial 211 to connect 
to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare CareLine.  
 
We will continue to work alongside our partners to ensure that those impacted by the shutdown --
including federal employees, contractors, and families relying on federally funded programs — can 
access the resources and support they need. 
 
Our United Way network is an essential part of the nation’s safety net, and we will continue to stand 
as a source of hope, unity, and action for the individuals and communities who need it most. 

findhelpidaho.org 
findhelpidaho.org is free, confidential, easy to use, and provides up-to-date information in more 
than 100 languages. This service provided by United Ways of Idaho connects Idahoans to over 
4,500 programs. Go to findhelpidaho.org and enter your zip code to find local programs that can 
provide immediate support. 
 
Idaho 211 CareLine 
The 211 Idaho CareLine is a free, statewide community information and referral service, and is a 
program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Simply dial 211 or 800-926-2588 or text 
898211 to be connected to a 211 community resource specialist Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 
p.m. MST.

Boise, Idaho — November 3, 2025 — The Idaho Botanical Garden invites the Treasure Valley community to experience one of the region’s most beloved holiday traditions as Winter Garden aGlow returns for its 29th season. From late November through December, the Garden will sparkle with more than 850,000 lights, transforming its winter landscape into a glowing celebration of joy, community, and connection. 
What began nearly three decades ago as a small neighborhood event has grown into one of Boise’s signature seasonal experiences and the Garden’s largest annual fundraiser, supporting plant conservation, education, and community programs throughout the year. 
“Every light tells a story — of the people who visit, the memories made, and the community that keeps this tradition shining,” said Erin Anderson, Executive Director of the Idaho Botanical Garden. “Winter Garden aGlow isn’t just about lights; it’s about supporting a place that connects people to nature and to one another all year long.” 
New in 2025 
This year’s Winter Garden aGlow introduces several fresh experiences that invite guests to see the Garden in a new light: 

• Yuletide Bar – new this year, replacing the former Snow Globe Bar, this cozy lodge-inspired venue offers festive drinks and a warm retreat amid the glow. 
• Silent Disco – dance under the lights with wireless headphones in the lively Disco Snowman area. 
• Lighted Hula Hoops – interactive fun for kids and adults alike. 
• Jerome the Gnome Scavenger Hunt – a whimsical search for hidden gnomes throughout the Garden, perfect for families and returning guests. 
• Unique displays and photo opportunities 

Returning Favorites 
Guests will once again delight in the event’s most cherished displays, including: 

• Candy Cane Forest and Gumdrop Grove, sweetly themed pathways filled with color and wonder. 
• Gingerbread House Exhibit, a community-built display celebrating creativity and holiday spirit. 
• Santa’s North Pole Gathering Place, where families can meet Santa on select nights and drop off letters to the North Pole. 
• The Garden Store, or the Stocking Stuffer Station as it is known, filled with unique, nature-inspired gifts, holiday décor, and locally made treasures, with every purchase supporting the Garden’s mission. Garden Membership gift certificates will also be available 
• And back after a hiatus, the Trains, a long-awaited favorite returns, winding through the twinkling displays once again. 

 
Lighting the Way Forward 
As the Garden’s largest annual fundraiser, Winter Garden aGlow directly supports educational programming, sustainable horticulture, and community events year-round. The event embodies the Idaho Botanical Garden’s mission to connect people, plants, and place, and to celebrate the natural beauty that thrives even in winter. 
“Winter Garden aGlow has become a Boise tradition because it reminds us what’s possible when a community invests in something lasting,” said Anderson. “Each visit helps ensure the Garden continues to grow, inspire, and give back all year long.” 
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About Idaho Botanical Garden  
Located in the heart of Boise, the Idaho Botanical Garden cultivates a love of nature through plant collections, education, art, and community events. The Garden serves as a living museum and a gathering space that inspires connection to the natural world. Learn more at https://www.idahobotanicalgarden.org/.