🌱 Boise May Snow + PAC Membership + North End Closure

Happy Tuesday, Boise! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Boise Daily. Although this is May, not January, Boise saw snow on Monday — actually 4 inches of the white stuff. North End residents need to find a detour for eight weeks, and we introduce you to the college's commencement speaker. A local intersection, already a nightmare, may soon by much busier and we let you in on who is putting money into our upcoming primary.

First, today's weather:

Cool with sun and some clouds. High: 55 Low: 34.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. It is May and we have snow! KTVB-TV staff report power was out for nearly 1,000 customers and Boise recorded 0.4 inches of snow after our Monday storm. Bogus Basin picked up 10 inches of the white stuff. Remember, temperatures are expected to be near 80 degrees by Sunday. Boise Patch would be happy to showcase your photos of our post Mother's Day storm. Send your pictures to john.braese@patch.com. (KTVB)
2. For our North End friends, take note. CBS2 news staff warn 11th Street will be closed as crews install a waterline from Lemp to West Fort Street. The closure will take about eight weeks. (idahonews)
3. Boise Patch is pleased to introduce readers to the Boise State University 2022 Commencement Speaker, Kenny Houston. After graduating, Houston will continue at BSU in the accelerated master's program. (Boise Patch)
4. The current site of the Aquarium of Boise may soon house more than fish. BoiseDev editor Don Day writes an unidentified developer is requesting permission to build a six-story apartment building on the corner of Franklin and Cole roads. The complex would house 170 apartments. An additional developer has plans for an apartment complex on the site of the former Sears store at Boise Town Square. (boisedev.com)
5. As the political money pours into Idaho before the May primary, the Idaho Capital Sun's James Dawson looks at one of the most well-funded political action committees (PAC), the Alliance of Idaho. Dawson finds the group, after already spending over $50,000 on Facebook ads, is comprised of a California tomato processor, a Pennsylvania chiropractor, a North Carolina precious metals dealer and others. (idahocapitalsun)

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Today in Boise:

• Idaho Women in Technology sponsors a Happy Hour Event featuring live music from Darian Renee with special guest Rocci Johnson on Tuesday. (4 p.m.)
• The Idaho Chapter of the Sierra Club holds a writing workshop on community owned solar on Tuesday evening. (6 p.m.)
• The City of Boise will hold a city council meeting Tuesday evening. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "As of 7 a.m., 0.4 inches of snow has fallen at the #Boise Airport. This makes May 9 tied for 6th snowiest day in the month of May since records began in 1892. #idwx #orwx #Idaho" (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "What's better than starting off the week with a Happy Tails? Susan reached out to share her delightful story of adopting a shy dog; a great testament to what some love and patience can do." (Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "There’s snow place like Idaho in May." (Instagram)
• Boise Hive: "The Hive is happy to be partnering with St. Vincent De Paul (@svdpid) to provide a free food pantry to our community. Come to the Hive any time we’re open to take what you need, no questions asked!" (Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "Come build and appreciate Legos at MOCFEST. A retired engineer, Scott Bowman created Idea BrickWorks, an organization that uses Lego bricks 'to create events, artwork and memories,' according to the website." (Instagram)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Hey, Bloom fans! When you get done skipping work to pick up all those tree branches, come relax and enjoy live readings from Emily Pittinos and Mark Polanzak. The Meditation Garden is closed today while we pick up." (Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— 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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