🌱 Boise's Washing Betty + Bogus Improvements + Benton Legacy

Hi all. It's me, John Braese, your host of the Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening these days in town, including...

• Birthday parties are once again ready to go at Chuck E. Cheese.
• New pets are ready for new owners at Boise adoption centers.
• More seats on the chairlift and new runs for all will greet local skiers as Bogus Basin prepares to open.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 53 Low: 37.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Betty has been washing clothes on Vista Avenue since the 1950s. BoiseDev reporter Anna Daly presents an excerpt from the upcoming book, "Boise: City of Trees," telling the story of the Boise icon washing away in an old tub, day and night, rain or shine. (boisedev.com)
2. Local skiers will see some new upgrades at Bogus Basin. KIVI-TV's Kelsie Rose provides an update on the improved beginner runs, more runs for snowshoers, and the additional chairlift capacity recently installed. Depending on our weather, Bogus has an opening date of Nov. 24 penciled on the calendar. (Idaho News 6 Boise Twin Falls)
3. Our recent turn in the weather makes this the prime time for a new pet for snuggle purposes. Boise Patch has new pets added this week looking for a warm home for the winter. (Boise Patch)
4. Parents of young children can rejoice as Chuck E. Cheese will reopen on Wednesday. CBS2 news staff report the Boise location will welcome the Boise community for a grand opening event showcasing a reimagined building including more games, a dance floor and an expanded menu. (Idaho News)
5. On Sept. 11, 1970, Bronco Stadium opened for the first time. Part of the festivities included a skydiver bringing the ball from the skies down to the new field. KTVB-TV carries a story by Idaho Press reporter Jordan Kaye of Wally Benton, the man who delayed the game for an hour after his parachute jump did not go as planned with pieces of his leg still being found on the football field years later. Benton remained in Boise and remained jumping out of airplanes, creating a legacy worth a story. (KTVB.com)

Today in Boise:

• Parents are encouraged to bring the young members of the family to Toddler Storytime at the Boise Public Library Tuesday. (10:30 AM)
• The Garden City Chamber of Commerce will hold the group's monthly luncheon Tuesday. (Noon)
• The City Council for the City of Boise will hold a meeting Tuesday. (Noon)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Tuesday is Albertsons located at 1653 S. Vista Ave. (Noon)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "Congrats Broncos, you've reached the peak of the semester! In September, five Boise State students reached 12,662 feet in elevation after summiting Mount Borah, the highest mountain in Idaho." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "We're looking at more rain and mountain snow later today and tonight. Accumulating snow above 4,500 could produce slick roads, so use caution if heading into the mountains through Tuesday morning." (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Who are you going to dress up for at Boo at the Zoo happening this weekend on Oct. 29 & 30? Join Zoo Boise for the best family-friendly Halloween event in town. The zoo will be packed full of trick or treat candy stations." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Our walking tours at Pioneer and Morris Hill Cemeteries are coming up this Saturday, Oct. 29! These guided tours will highlight notable people that have helped shape Boise’s history interred in the cemeteries." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Tune in to KRBX from 5-5:30 p.m. this Sunday and next to donate to our Fall Radiothon, show your support for Radio Boise, and listen to spooky poems & narratives from surprise, live guests & seasonally appropriate audio files." (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Next month, Idaho voters will decide whether their legislators should be able to meet in a special session whenever they choose by amending the state’s constitution." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning 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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