🌱 Bogus Snow + Ice Pigging + Molenaar Park

Good day, people of Boise! It's me again, John Braese, your host of the Boise Daily.

Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Boise Daily. Bogus has snow — enough said. COVID-19 is now hitting some in Idaho more than others and is estimated to be deadly among a group of Idahoans many would not think. "Ice pigging" will help out those on the Bench, and Molenaar Park will soon be the place the kids are clamoring to visit. We also ask the question: what one outlet store would work in Boise?

First, today's weather:

Clearing, a shower or two. High: 52 Low: 44.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Skiers rejoice, the recent storm left some snow at Bogus. CBS2 news staff have the pictures sure to make powder monkeys excited and waxing up those skies. Opening day for the hill is projected for Thanksgiving Day. (Idaho News)
2. COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death among many groups in Idaho, according to Audrey Dutton and the Idaho Capital Sun. The disease is now the top killer of Idahoans of Native American, Asian and Hispanic descent and this year, COVID-19 is poised to be the No. 2 killer of Idahoans in their 20s. (idahocapitalsun)
3. If you live on the Bench and are tired of the discolored water coming out of the tap, help is coming. KTVB-TV staff reporter Suez Water is conducting "ice pigging" to clear minerals and debris from the lines. (KTVB.com)
4. The days of an old metal slide and a few swings with broken seats are gone for Boise park playgrounds. In a story written by Ricardo Coronado and featured on BoiseDev, Boise's newest park, Molenaar Park, features a merry-go-round, zip line, swings, and climbing amenities for children. (boisedev.com)
5. As Boise residents begin their holiday shopping, one destination will not be on their lists. Go back some years and the Boise Factory Outlets was a must visit for the holidays. Now, the mostly abandoned mall stands with empty store fronts. LITE-FM's Michelle Heart considers 15 stores Boise would like to see fill those vacant spaces. (liteonline.com)

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Today in Boise:

• Please join Golden Eagle Audubon as we walk through Lucky Peak State Park Discovery Unit located along the Boise River listening for our winter residents. Be prepared to travel up to 2 miles on paved or grass surfaces. Familiarity with common species will be helpful. Binoculars will be available if needed. (9 a.m.)
• Frank Church High School will hold Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday. (4 p.m.)
• Watson's Mystery Café & Spirits will hold a Veterans Day Variety Show on Thursday featuring an evening of burlesque performances, jazz singers, and stand up comedy. (7 p.m.)
• The Discovery Center of Idaho is excited to announce the arrival of the world-class exhibition, Exquisite Creatures, an artistic experience that unravels humanity’s intimate relationship with the natural world. Artist, naturalist and New York Times bestselling author Christopher Marley reveals the obscure beauty in nature through his three-dimensional work with animal, mineral and plant specimens. (10:30 a.m.)
• The Boise Public Library will be closed on Thursday in observance of Veterans Day.

Boise Patch Notebook

• Idaho Humane Society: "We received this wonderful 'Happy Tails' from a mom of several Idaho Humane Society adoptees. 'Hello! I adopted Callie as part of IHS hospice program. For a 16-year-old cat she has a lot of spunk! She loves her catnip toy.'" (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Idaho reported its first death of a child because of COVID-19. The child was an infant who died in October." (Facebook)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "Winter fun alert! Bundle up tight! Join the wonderful Boise Classic Movies for a series of holiday movie favorites under the stars (and snow?!?) in the ISF amphitheater. We recommend hot water bottles, hot beverages, and sleeping bags." (Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Are you a conservation-minded, animal-loving individual who doesn’t mind getting dirty? If so, we might have the position for you! Zoo Boise is recruiting for animal care volunteers." (Facebook)
• Boise Philharmonic: "The Boise Philharmonic Youth Orchestra's Symphonic and Concert orchestras are performing at The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts this Saturday at 2 p.m.! We can't wait to share these incredible musicians with you!" (Facebook)

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— John Braese

About me: Welcome to the Boise edition of patch.com. I am the community editor in this exciting endeavor for the Boise area. I was born and grew up in Boise, attending Bishop Kelly High School before graduating from Borah High School more than a few years ago. I have seen Boise grow substantially in the last few years, but still maintain my hometown appeal. I want to hear about what is important to you and the stories you wish to see on patch.com. Feel free to reach out to me via email at john.braese@patch.com or drop me a phone call or text at 208 954-9585.

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