🌱 Boise Robbery + Election Cash + $5 Holiday Movies

Hey, friends. It's Thursday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll read about these stories and more:

• An accident Wednesday morning took life of a Meridian High School student near the school.
• The Boise Daily helps you find information on judicial candidates found on the upcoming Nov. 8 ballot.
• For a limited time, you can enjoy the Griswolds on the big screen for only $5.

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Mostly sunny and chilly. High: 45 Low: 30.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Boise business was the victim of an armed robbery early Wednesday morning. KTVB-TV staff report Boise Police are requesting the public's assistance in identifying the man who entered the business on West Fairview Avenue and demanded money around 5 a.m. A grainy black and white photo from the incident is included in the story. (KTVB.com)
2. The Boise Daily has horrific news coming from Meridian. KIVI staff report a 16-year-old Meridian High School student died Wednesday morning after being struck by a GMC pickup truck at the intersection of Pine and Ten Mile. Meridian police said the student was crossing to the west side of Ten Mile, when a driver traveling north struck the student. He was pronounced dead at the scene. (Idaho News 6 Boise Twin Falls)
3. As the election approaches, most voters know more than they want about the popular races. However, as you work your way down the ballot, there is typically candidates for judicial positions. Boise State Public Radio reporter James Dawson provides information on where voters can find information on the judges on your ballot before you cast your vote. (Boise State Public Radio)
4. Staying with the subject of elections, over $2 million has been spent since the May 17 primary by political action committees. The Idaho Capital Sun's Kelcie Mosely-Morris reports while the majority of the cash is spent on candidates, some is being spent on ballot questions. As is common, most of the money comes from groups outside Idaho. (idahocapitalsun)
5. One way to recover from the election blues is to take in a Christmas movie. LITE-FM's Michelle Heart announces two Boise area theaters announced $5 holiday movies are upcoming. Included in the listing is "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," "The Grinch," "Elf," "The Polar Express," and "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." (liteonline)

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Today in Boise:

• The Boise State University Recreation Center holds a blood drive starting early Thursday morning. (8:00 AM)
• The Garden City Chamber of Commerce hosts Giraffe Laugh Futures Begin Here luncheon Thursday. (11:45 AM)
• The Idaho Chapter of the Sierra Club holds their monthly Canals Connect Community Coalition meeting. (12:00 PM)
• The Boise Public Library hosts a Meditation Group Thursday afternoon. (1:00 PM)
• The Capital High School Choir holds the group's fall concert Thursday evening. (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Idaho Humane Society: "We had this cute bunny with the biggest ears stop by our Public Vet clinic to get neutered. Have you ever seen a rabbit with ears like this before? It's an English lop breed." (Idaho Humane Society via Facebook)
• Boise Farmers Market: "All the rumors are true y'all! We are moving inside and transforming into the BFM Indoor Winter Market, beginning Saturday, Nov. 5, at 610 8th St., in the old Foothills School Building." (Boise Farmers Market via Instagram)
• Boise State University: "𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 Support the @campusfoodpantry by bringing nonperishable food items to the @boisestatefootball game on Saturday, Nov. 5. Drop off donations at the collection truck near the southwest gates at Albertsons Stadium." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• Zoo Boise: "Our cotton-top tamarin youngster has a name: officially introducing Rockford! Born this past February to parents Mimi and Eddy, he was named by a zoo supporter whose birthday is just a few days from Rockford's." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Long awaited results are in... and it's a tie! There were TWO Fall Harvest scarecrows that received exactly 592 votes." (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Some states in our region and around the U.S. are restricting abortions. Now, efforts are underway to connect people with abortion medications — a dose of two pills that can be taken at home." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— 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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