🌱 Bronco Sports Cards + Fentanyl Arrest + Bouquet Returning To Glory

Hello again, friends. It's Wednesday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including news about:

• Visitors can now visit an Idaho State Museum exhibit virtually
• The Idaho House passed a bill banning public drag shows
• You will soon be able to find your favorite Boise State University student athlete on a trading card

But first, today's weather: A little afternoon snow. High: 42 Low: 25.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. If you have a Mickey Mantle preserved in glass or a Patrick Mahomes rookie card in a book, here is an idea to add to your sports card collection. Boise State University The Arbiter's Marlei Soderquist reports the local university has entered into a partnership with Jacksons that will create limited edition trading cards featuring every Boise State Athletics team and every Boise State student-athlete to be depicted on a card. (Boise State University The Arbiter Online)
2. A Boise man is in custody after law enforcement found 400 grams of meth and over 500 fentanyl pills in his vehicle. KTVB-TV staff report James J. Mackley was stopped on Interstate 84. After admitting he was under the influence of a narcotic medication driving, a K9 drug dog alerted on the vehicle. Mackley is now being held on a $750,000 bond in the Ada County Jail. (KTVB.com)
3. A historic bar in downtown Boise is soon to reopen with added space. BoiseDev editor Don Day writes The Bouquet, closed since 2016, will soon see the light of day along with the three stories upstairs, closed off since the 1960s. And yes, the famous Brunswick bar will again be featured although it has been moved from its original spot. Now called The Avery, the downtown location will feature a bar, restaurant and hotel. (boisedev.com)
4. Claiming the bill "protects the children from perverts," the Idaho House passed a bill banning public drag shows and other performances deemed sexually explicit, according to Boise State Public Radio's James Dawson. Opponents say language in the bill is too broad and if becomes Idaho law, courts will find it unconstitutional. (Boise State Public Radio)
5. If you are unable to visit the Idaho State Museum to visit the exhibit ‘Trailblazing Women of Idaho,’ visitors can now see the exhibit virtually. KIVI-TV's Christinna Bautista writes the virtual tour has nearly 500 virtual interactions. (Idaho News 6 Boise Twin Falls)

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Today in Boise:

• The Special Events Team for the City of Boise meets Wednesday. (9:30 AM)
• The Boise Public Library hosts Family Storytime Wednesday mornings. (10:30 AM)
• The Boise Public Library Board of Trustees convenes Wednesday. (11:30 AM)
• The scheduled meeting of the Development Impact Advisory Committee for Wednesday has been canceled. (Noon)
• Learn how to prune, grow and protect your roses from pests virtually Wednesday evening for free. (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "In honor of International Women's Day, we celebrate Elena Gallina, an inspiring woman who has made significant contributions to the world. In 2019, Gallina became Boise State's third Rhodes Scholar." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Cool view this evening from the top of Bogus Basin of the Moon. #idwx #orwx" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise Fire Department: "Around 3:30 this morning firefighters extinguished a house fire on N. 16th St. Engine 9 arrived on scene first, and initiated fire attack. A quick stop by fire crews contained the fire to the basement." (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Work to improve safety and visibility on a popular stretch of the Boise River Greenbelt has been completed. Lighting was added along the pathway from Ann Morrison Park to the 9th Street Pedestrian Bridge, and the section is once again open." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "@treefortfest is just around the corner, and we are over the moon excited to be in a new location for the fest this year! Radioland will be located at the Julia Davis Bandshell! Our stage is open to the public." (Radio Boise via Instagram)

That's it for today. 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.

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