🌱 Boise Record Low + Firebird History + Superintendent Candidate

Good morning, Boise! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Boise.

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Boise Daily. We start with record cold news as Thursday morning set a new chill for the date. The race for state superintendent of education became a little more crowded and visit us for new homes on the market. Take a look back at the extensive history of Firebird Raceway and for a cool $4.9 million, you can live like a Morrison.

First, today's weather:

Warmer with plenty of sun. High: 51 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. If you thought your Thursday morning was a bit chilly, you were correct. CBS2's Nathan Larsen reports Boise set a new low for the day as the temperature plunged to 14 degrees at the Boise Airport. (Idaho News)
2. Filing just days before the deadline, a Democrat has filed for superintendent of public instruction. IdahoEdNews and Kevin Richert writes Terry Gilbert — a Boise resident and former Idaho Education Association president — has filed for the post and will face one of three Republicans already in the race. (Idaho EdNews)
3. Boise Patch has the newest homes on the market in Boise. If you are looking for a home, start with Boise Patch. (Boise Patch)
4. Since 1968, people from all over have flocked to Firebird Raceway to catch drag racing action. KIVI-TV's Roland Beres takes a look at how the track started, the famous who have raced on the track and plans for the future for the valley's quarter-mile strip. (KIVI)
5. A Boise home once owned by the city's leading philanthropist and most recently by a NBA star is back on the market. BoiseDev editor Don Day writes the nearly 15,000 square foot home with sweeping views of the Boise front and Ann Morrison Park went on the market last month with an asking price of $4.9 million. The home was built by Velma Morrison and was sold to former Denver Nuggets player Bill Wendlandt after Morrison's death. (boisedev.com)

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Today in Boise:

• Wacoal, the nation’s leading designer intimate apparel brand, launches its fall Fit for the Cure® event series in partnership with Susan G. Komen® to support the fight against breast cancer at the Dillard's in Boise Towne Square Mall on Friday. (9 am)
• The Center for Advancing Research and Creative Activity presents virtual faculty research lightning talks around the theme of “Dis/Mis Information.” Join for faculty presentations and brief question/answer discussions. (2 pm)
• Join Boise State University's Director of Government Affairs, Andrew Mitzel for a quick update on what is happening in the Idaho State Legislature. (3 pm)
• Eagle High School will take a trip to Capital High School for varsity softball action on Friday. (4:30 pm)
• Join local Boise State alumni and friends in Arizona for a weekend of Top Golf. The registration fee includes golf bay (6 people per bay), food tray to share, tax and gratuity. (7 pm)

From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Columbia Village: "Hey y’all! - I’m in the market for 2 bikes that are just backup bikes for when friends and family visit." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Sunset: "Anyone else get a phony looking email from PayPal saying I had charged an $800. - purchase. I don't use PayPal. Do i just ignore it?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Roosevelt Flats: "I’m a mother of two young children and this just makes me rage! - Does anyone know of any local groups collecting diapers, baby/kids clothes, blankets, toys, anything for babies/children or pregnant mamas in the Ukraine?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Collister: "Does anyone have a recommendation for a local fabricator that makes custom metal porch railings? - Thanks in advance!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, SE Boise - Ivywild Park: "Fresh eggs for sale from free range happy hens. - SE Boise. $4/dozen for amazing eggs with gorgeous golden yolks. No pesticides and hens are out all day long living their best life, laying eggs at their leisure, foraging for bugs." (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. See you all tomorrow for another 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.