Remembering Mayor Rick Hogaboam: A Tribute to His Legacy

The Mayor of Nampa, Rick Hogaboam, tragically passed away from a medical emergency during a Regional Town Hall event in Eagle. He was 47 years old. The exact cause of the medical event is currently unknown. First responders rushed to provide assistance after Hogaboam collapsed at 6:48 p.m., prompting the evacuation of all attendees from the town hall. Hogaboam had taken office as the Mayor of Nampa on January 5, 2026. The City of Nampa has requested the community to keep his family and loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during this challenging time. Idaho News 6 extends its heartfelt condolences to the Hogaboam family.