🌱 Boise City Council Member Resigns + Summer Softball Classic

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Variable cloudiness. High: 79 Low: 54.

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Here are the top three stories today in Boise:

1. Boise City Council member Patrick Bageant has announced that he will be stepping down at the end of his term to prioritize his family, particularly after the birth of his daughter in May. Despite not being affiliated with a political party, Bageant received praise from other party-affiliated council members for his service and dedication. Bageant emphasized the importance of problem-solving over ideology and highlighted the significance of local government in addressing community needs and providing essential services. (KTVB 7)
2. After serving for 18 years as a representative for the Boise Bench, Rep. Sue Chew has announced her retirement from the Idaho Legislature. Chew, the longest-serving Democrat in the state legislature, endorsed Natalie MacLachlan as her successor, stating that she believes MacLachlan has the necessary energy, passion, and dedication to serve District 17. Chew expressed her satisfaction with the timing of MacLachlan's readiness to step up and contribute to the community. (Idaho Press)
3. Boise State football players made a comeback to the diamond after four years for a friendly Summer Softball Classic. The event featured a home run derby between current players and former Boise State standouts, with Kekaula Kaniho leading the alumni team with 13 home runs in the opening round. Quarterback Maddux Madsen emerged as the champion with 16 home runs, and the defense prevailed in the softball game with a 14-12 victory over the offense. The proceeds from the event will support The Horseshoe Collective, benefiting local charitable causes in the Treasure Valley community. (KTVB 7)

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Today in Boise:

Friday, June 23

• Brew At The Zoo At Zoo Boise (5:30 PM)
• Dianne Reeves With Romero Lubambo At Morrison Center (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise State men's basketball season tickets for the upcoming 2023-2024 season are now on sale! Interested individuals can purchase them by contacting the Boise State Athletic Ticket Office or visiting the official website. Additionally, fans now have the opportunity to join "Leon's Landing" by extending season ticket sales to the Balcony level of designated sections. (Idaho 2 News)
• Sofia Huerta, a Boise native will be heading to Australia and New Zealand this July for the FIFA Women's World Cup. She is the first Idahoan to be selected to a World Cup roster! (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)
• Fire season has started and the Bureau of Land Management Fire and Aviation would like to remind the public to stay vigilant to help prevent human-caused fires. Over the past week, they have responded to three separate wildfires that were all human-caused. (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

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— Callie Cook

About me: Callie Cook is a Texas-based freelance writer and content creator with a degree in Sustainable Design, Landscape Design and Agribusiness from West Virginia University.