# Star’s Highway 44 Gets Lifeline

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Podcast: [Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boise-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7587806)
Published: 2026-06-17T05:29:35+00:00
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Star, Idaho’s booming population has turned Highway 44 into a traffic nightmare—until city leaders rallied to save the $12 million widening project. With the town swelling from 11,000 to 25,000 residents, the three-lane road choked under demand. After state funding nearly vanished, Mayor Chadwick and allies fought hard, securing half the cost through budget reallocations. The Idaho Transportation Board votes Wednesday to fund the rest—construction starts this fall, wrapping by 2027. This win proves that community advocacy and smart partnerships can turn critical infrastructure needs into reality. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a7f7d8439ee6bda6

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