History
About Payette: The City of Payette began as a trading post for the Hudson Bay Company
and was incorporated as a city in 1891.
The county became a hub of agricultural production
when settlers realized there was more money in providing food to gold rushers
than there was actually panning for gold. In 1907,
About Payette The City of Payette began as a trading post for the Hudson Bay Company and was
incorporated as a city in1891.
there were more and vegetables shipped from the area than any other state.
The City of Payette is situated along the western border of Idaho
next to Oregon and is the point where the Payette River flows into the Snake River.
Although the City of Payette has deep roots in agricultural production,
business opportunities continue to expand
with Idaho's main North-South arterial--U.S. Highway 95--running through the city.
The downtown sector also continues to attract new businesses
as is maintains the historical aspect to many of the buildings.
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Welcome The Apple Blossom Website
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Each year the Payette Apple Blossom Festival consumes the community of Payette.
What started out more than 80 years ago as festival showcasing the fruits of the resident's labors,
has now turned into one of most popular festivals in the valley.
The Apple Blossom Festival has evolved to become of a celebration of spring and it's offerings to come.
It is considered by many local residents to be the kick off to summer.
Festival President Twana Morin explains this festival best as "a family friendly community event".
. The Apple Blossom festival is proud to announce the theme this year is:
"Fairytale Fantasies".
Copyright Payette Apple Blossom Festival 2011
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