CALDWELL, Idaho (CBS2) — Several towns in the Snake River area have seen dramatic growth, leading to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to create a new stake in Caldwell, according to a recent news release.
"It is a wonderful blessing to see the growth of the Church in our part of the Lord's vineyard and to witness the creation of a new stake," stated President Jason R. Nielsen, Caldwell Idaho Snake River Stake.
A stake is the Church term for a group of congregations in a defined geographic area. Combined, there are about 9,000 members in the Caldwell and Snake River area with each stake having about 3,000 members.
Additions of stakes and changes in boundaries are a result of growth. The west end of the Treasure Valley is experiencing tremendous growth and has several cities, including Caldwell, that are in the top 10 fastest growing cities in Idaho.
Caldwell's current population is at its peak with an estimated 63,629 residents in its 22.1 square miles. Compared to similarly sized cities, Caldwell is growing 89% faster and has grown 130.2% since 2000.
City of Caldwell, Mayor Jarom Wagoner, shared, "As many people know, it is a very exciting time for Caldwell. We continue to experience incredible growth in our community as people continue to discover what a special place Caldwell is. We are a community filled with wonderful people, of all kinds of backgrounds and beliefs. We are grateful for our faith-based community and the many churches that reside in Caldwell. They are a bedrock to what makes us such a special place to live and to raise a family."
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