🌱 Annual Walk For Wishes + Former Police Chief Running For Mayor

Hello again, everybody. It's Thursday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community.

But first, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the a.m.. High: 80 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories today in Boise:

1. The ninth annual Walk for Wishes Boise will take place on Jun. 2 at Esther Simplot Park. Make-A-Wish Idaho hopes to raise $80,000 from the event and has already received $30,000 from early registrants and local business sponsorships. Participants can register as individuals or teams online, with no registration fee but a suggested fundraising goal of $100 or more. The walk will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is one mile in length. (Idaho News 2)
2. Former Boise Police Chief Mike Masterson launched his campaign Tuesday to challenge Boise Mayor Lauren McLean, citing an administration in crisis and a troubled police department. Masterson emphasized the need for a serious leader who understands the city's challenges and is determined to overcome them, focusing on issues such as transparency, trust, and managing growth. Supported by former Democratic state senator Maryanne Jordan, Masterson is running as an independent candidate. (Idaho Press)
3. Ahead of schedule, the water park Roaring Springs has completed the first phase of its expansion and will open to the public just in time for Memorial Day weekend. The development, which spanned nearly two years, marks the initial step in a comprehensive seven-part plan to enlarge the waterpark by almost 40 percent over the next decade, positioning it as one of the largest in the United States. Excitingly, Roaring Springs will also unveil its inaugural bar, the Geyser Grill, where adults can enjoy a variety of beverages. (Idaho News 2)

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Today in Boise:

• Meet Up With Mayor Lauren McLean At Boise WaterShed (9:00 AM)
• Teacher Appreciation Night With Vivid Roots At Payette Brewing Co. (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center locations in Boise and in Nampa have both received the American College of Cardiology's NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023. While the Boise center has previously received the award, this is the first time for Nampa. These two hospitals are the only ones in Idaho and among 262 nationwide to be honored. (Idaho Business Review)
• The Boise Mustache Memorial Ride is making a return, inviting participants to showcase their impressive mustaches while showing support for the Idaho Fallen Firefighter Foundation. The event will take place on Sunday, May 28 at 12:00 p.m., providing an opportunity for attendees to enjoy the ride and contribute to a worthy cause. (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• The Boise Art Museum is now accepting registrations for its new program called "Seniors Create! Lifelong Learning Arts Masterclasses." Designed for individuals aged 55 and above, these eight-session workshops aim to engage older adults in artistic creation, offering social, emotional, and physical benefits. The program offers a variety of fun and creative course options and interested participants can register online to secure their spot. (Boise Art Museum via Instagram)

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That's it for today. I'll see you around!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.