🌱 Boise's Future + Donating Kids' Clothing + COVID Cancellations

Morning, neighbors! John Braese here with a fresh edition of the Boise Daily.

When I jumped in my car Monday morning, it said -8 degrees. Welcome to a new week. We start Tuesday off with a look at the probable stories coming in 2022. If you are looking to work someplace new for the new year, we are here to help. We provide a forecast of hopefully warmer weather, and the Boise Daily provides instructions on passing that winter coat on to a child needing warmth. Finally, BSU basketball is calling off some games and not due to the weather.

First, today's weather:

A little p.m. snow, up to 1 inch. High: 37 Low: 36.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. As we all bundle up for this first week of 2022, BoiseDev editor Don Day looks at the upcoming 51 weeks in the year. Home prices, rental rates, jobs, incomes, redistricting, elections and more are all upcoming for 2022. (BoiseDev)
2. If a new job is your goal for the year, the Boise Daily is here to help. Gander at this week's listing on new local jobs. (Boise Patch)
3. There are times during the winter Boise residents feel locked into our valley. The news fills your phone with stories of I-84 closures at Ontario to the west, multi-vehicle wrecks outside Boise to the east and mountain snow just outside the city. CBS2's Nathan Larsen provides an update on the news not changing soon. The mountains are expected to pick up an additional foot of snow and winds will keep us all chilly. (idahonews)
4. With this bitter cold, every child deserves a coat and hat. If you are cleaning out those closets and came across clothing needing a new home, LITE-FM's Hannah provides detailed steps on making sure that old coat has a new child as an owner. (liteonline.com)
5. And if the weather is not causing enough problems, KIVI-TV's Steve Dent carries the announcement due to COVID-19 concerns, Boise State University has called off both men's and women's basketball games this week. (KIVI)

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Today in Boise:

• Capital High School will travel to Meridian High School for a girls varsity basketball game on Tuesday. (7:30 p.m.)
• The Boise City Council will meet Tuesday evening. (6 p.m.)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Tuesday is Fire Station 10. (Noon)
• Square Dance Today is offering a free community dance class at the Boise Square Dance Center. (7 p.m.)
• The Boise Public Library will hold a monthly Teen Anime Club in the Sagebrush Room at the location on Cole and Ustick. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "December 2021 had the 7th highest total snowfall of 15.0 inches for the #Boise airport. The normal snow amount is 5.6 inches. #idwx" (Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "With all the snow, zookeepers have been using it as enrichment for the zoo residents. Mr. Mac, Zoo Boise's Aldabra tortoise, got a fun salad snowman. " (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "For example, higher temperatures and decreasing snowpack could change water availability and lower farmers’ yields. It could also mean shorter ski seasons." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Sunset: "Does anyone have recommendations for chimney cleaning? About a month ago, our wood stove suddenly started smelling horribly every time we have a fire. We are assuming that an animal must have gotten stuck the chimney." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Vista: "Hi all! I am a housekeeper and I have a couple open spots. I would love to make your home sparkle! If you’re looking for a quality, detailed clean, reach out for a free estimate!" (Nextdoor)

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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.