Boise Is Right + Ride For Monkey + New Charter

Hey, neighbors! John Braese here with the Monday Boise Daily.

Welcome to a Monday Boise. The Boise Daily has news of a game show coming to the capital city and a possible toy influx also arriving. Some big-hearted motorcycle riders gathered over the weekend for a family needing help and an old gas station may be serving up tacos. Finally, pregnant teens will soon have their own school.

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 84 Low: 53.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Boise, come on down! Nikki West with 107.9-FM has the news the Price is Right game show will be in Boise on November 16 at the Morrison Center. Though the Boise event is not scheduled to be televised, contestants will still be pulled from the audience for the chance to win prizes. (liteonline)
2. As a child in Boise, a big thing was visiting Toys R Us. The retail giant, now long gone, could be reappearing according to Kekeluv of KIDO-AM. Over 400 Macy's stores across the United States will begin to carry Toys R Us merchandise and the Boise Macy's could be one of the lucky ones. (kidotalkradio)
   
3. The search in Fruitland continues for Michael Joseph Vaughan and on Saturday, The Treasure Valley Long Riders gathered for a motorcycle ride and fund raiser for the family. KIVI-TV's Steve Dent went along for the ride. (KIVI-TV)
4. An old gas station near the Boise Airport could soon see new life according to Don Day, editor of BoiseDev. Del Taco has filed paperwork with the city to build on the Vista Avenue site. (BoiseDev)
5. A new charter school is set to open in Boise, taking in students who are pregnant or parents in need of in-school childcare. Blake Jones with IdahoEdNews has more on this and three other charter schools opening across the state. (IdahoEdNews)

Today in Boise

• iSucceed Virtual High School #466 will begin quarter one studies on Monday. (8:00 a.m.)
• New drivers hit the streets. Capital High School will start the first quarter Drivers Ed classes on Monday. (8:00 a.m.)
• FREE CONCERT WITH FAIR ADMISSION! Granger Smith kicks off the fun on the Idaho Central Credit Union Grandstand Stage on Monday. (6:00 p.m.)
• The Garden City Council will meet Monday evening. (6:00 p.m.)

Boise Fact of the Day

The Price is Right, but the truth is winners have to pay taxes upfront in order to even gain access to the prizes. When contestants win any prizes, they first must file a return in the state in which they won. The prizes are treated as income.

Boise Patch Notebook

• Idaho Humane Society: "We have incredible news: A friend with a huge heart for animals in need has agreed to match every dollar you give to the Idaho Humane Society. All you have to do is donate before August 31 and your gift will be matched up to $5,000!" (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Scattered thunderstorms will strengthen this afternoon/evening across southwest Idaho. Threats will include cloud to ground lightning, gusty winds of 30-50 mph, small hail, and brief heavy rain." (Facebook)
• Boxer Lovers Rescue: "how many Amazon users do we have out there?? Did you know that every time you shop on Amazon you could also be helping us help the boxers??? and the best part is it costs you nothing. Just click on the link below and choose Boxer Lovers." (Facebook)
• Boise Hive: "Live at The Hive - Featuring HE/LIUM SHE/LIUM and AVRIE DAVIS Powered by Restream https://restream.io/ Broadcast from historic Boise Hive in Boise, Idaho" (Facebook)
• Boise Little Theater: "Happy sundae! Why pick 1 flavor when you can have all 3? Join us Friday 8/27 from 7:00-7:45 pm for delicious ice cream, gelato, and more from Cool Intentions' ICE CREAM TRUCK to celebrate opening "The Book of Will" by Lauren Gunderson." (Instagram)

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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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