Lent Has Arrived: Here Are 10 Things Idaho Should Give Up in 2026

It's that time of year once again: Lent.

The Catholic tradition that challenges the faithful to embrace charity, change, growth, and spirituality for the forty days leading up to Easter has arrived. Lent, of course, is observed by more than just Catholics and these days, can be a mainstream observation of spirituality or self-improvement.

Having kicked off just this week, on Ash Wednesday, many people are just a day into those personal challenges.

Is there anything that Idaho or the Treasure Valley should be working on this Lenten season? We took to Facebook to ask...and you won't be shocked to learn: there were a lot of suggestions.

Ready to read the public reactions and suggestions?

Did any good lenten sacrifices get missed on this list? 

Everyone has an opinion, but we have to say, construction and pot holes are some of our favorites. Who do we talk to about going 40-days without those things?

While we're sure that plenty of Idahoans will have varied reflections, goals, and resolutions for their own Lenten journey, we're sure of one thing: everyone being a little more kind, a little more patient, and a little more neighborly won't hurt one bit!