🌱 Boise's Card Wall + Meridian In-N-Out + Daybell Update

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

In today's Boise Daily, we start with a story of a wall full of cards. Students at BSU will soon see new menu choices and a trip to Meridian may soon mean a burger at In-N-Out. We provide you an update on the ongoing Chad Daybell trial and Idaho's governor talks of the border issue.

First, today's weather:

Cold with periods of sun. High: 29 Low: 20.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. When you purchase an existing home, finding something the previous owner left behind is not that unusual. But a whole wall of baseball cards? KTVB-TV's Brian Holmes speaks with a Boise family who, while recently remodeling a fixer upper, discovered an entire wall plastered with baseball cards. To add to the story, the cards were discovered under an interior wall covered with exterior shingles. (KTVB.com)
2. If you grab a sandwich on the Boise State University campus, be prepared to see some changes. Boise State's student newspaper, the Arbiter, reports current food vendor Aramark is being replaced by Chartwells Higher Ed per an article authored by Julianne Gee, Blake Hunter and Ashley L. Clark. (Boise State University The Arbiter Online)
3. Burger lovers, rejoice. BoiseDev editor Don Day used public records to find In-N-Out Burgers is looking at a site along Fairview Ave. in the parking lot of the large shopping center, near the corner of Eagle Rd. in Meridian. (boisedev.com)
4. The Boise Daily wants to keep you updated on the Chad Daybell ongoing murder case. Eric Grossarth, reporter for the East Idaho News, reports District Judge Steven Boyce is allowing an extension for Daybell’s attorney to file a motion to dismiss his client’s murder case. (eastidahonews)
5. During a telephone town hall meeting, Idaho Governor Brad Little spoke of Idaho's large surplus and said the state's limited spending has led to extra money in the state's coffers. CBS2 reporter Marcos Guadarrama writes Little also spoke of the border crisis during the call. (idahonews)

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Today in Boise:

• The Capital High School wrestling team will be at Owyhee High School for a dual meet on Wednesday. (5 pm)
• The City of Boise's Art & History Commission will meet Wednesday. (3:30 pm)
• Boise residents are urged to attend the city's Open Space and Clean Water Advisory Committee on Wednesday. (4 pm)
• The Public Works Commission for the City of Boise will also meet on Wednesday. (4 pm)
• In the City of Trees, pruning is a must. The city is offering a virtual class on tree pruning taking place on Wednesday. (6 pm)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "In December 2021, doctoral geophysics student Zach Keskinen deployed specialized microphones near Stanley, Idaho to understand how sensors buried in the snowpack affect the character of recorded sounds." (Instagram)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "When the lights go down in the city: @ted_the_capitalist" (Instagram)
• Boise Police Department: "Today we celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year, commonly known as Chinese New Year. In the Chinese Calendar, the 2022 Lunar New Year is the Year of the Tiger which signifies strength and bravery." (Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "Idaho rejects anti-abortion measure Planned Parenthood lauded the unsuccessful advancement with caution and an urgent plea to remain vigilant. Link in bio" (Instagram)
• Boise's Best Bites!: "Ever try @swagpopsgourmet Boise’s handmade pops? Check them out. They do some amazing work. #boisesbestbites" (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.