🌱 Community Ed Classes + Leaf Jail + Final Day Voter Registration

Hey, everybody! It's Friday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community, including news on:

• A California family finally has answers in the disappearance of their daughter in 2014, thanks to DNA.
• The November election is just weeks away and the last day to pre-register to vote is Friday.
• Neighbors are worried over 3,000 new homes in the area will translate to empty wells.

But first, today's weather:

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High: 77 Low: 44.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Boise Patch and the Boise School District is once again putting the word out regarding in-person Community Education classes, as well as online courses. This is your chance to learn a new style of cooking, discover some new dance numbers, explore a new culture, and brush up your gardening skills. You can look over and enroll in an array of classes at www.boiselearns.org. (Boise Patch)
2. A proposed new development in southwest Boise is facing opposition from neighbors, not due to traffic or congestion, but because of water. CBS2 reporter Angela Kerndl writes residents near Lake Hazel Road, north of the New York Canal, and in between Maple Grove and Cole Roads, are already reporting wells drying up. They fear a development of 3,500 homes on 384 acres of current farmland will only increase the problem of lack of water. The current farmland use recharges the shallow aquifer while homes would not accomplish this natural occurrence. (Idaho News)
3. Friday, Oct. 14 is the final day to pre-register to vote in the upcoming Nov. 8 election, according to the Idaho Capital Sun's Clark Corbin. If you are heading to the Ada County Clerk's office, be there by 5 p.m. and if choosing the online option at www.voteidaho.gov, the deadline is 11:59 p.m. You can check the same web address to determine if you are already registered to vote, request an absentee ballot, find your polling location or check which legislative and congressional districts you live in. (idahocapitalsun)
4. There are stories outside of Boise that are so compelling the Boise Daily brings them to our followers. KTVB-TV staff report a body found floating under the Perrine Bridge in Twin Falls back in September of 2014 by a kayaker has finally been identified. Using DNA from a family member, the body is that of Cynthia Gunnerson, or Sasha Ergateage from San Diego, California. The death has been classified a suicide. (ktvb)
5. Could you spend six months in jail for your leaves in Boise? LITE-FM's Michelle warns Boise residents sweeping or raking those brown, red and yellow leaves into the street could get you in some hot water. Under Idaho code, leaves are considered debris and you could face a fine of $2,500 or six months in jail for the misdemeanor. A better alternative is stuffing those giant paper bags, setting them on the curb and let the city pick them up. (liteonline)

Today in Boise:

• Help fight breast cancer on Friday with the Wacoal Fit for the Cure Event at the Dillard's in Boise Towne Square Mall. (10 a.m.)
• The Bown Crossing location of the Boise Public Library invites everyone to its Fall Festival Friday afternoon. (3 p.m.)
• Friday evening is your chance to eat lobster and support five organizations empowering Treasure Valley youth at LobsterFest 2022. (5 p.m.)
• Capital High School Eagles football will host Meridian High School in Friday night varsity action. (7 p.m.)
• The Morrison Center presents David Spade: Catch Me Inside Friday evening. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Contemporary Theater: "A new season means new opportunities to volunteer at BCT. In return, receive tickets to our Mainstage shows — maybe even invites to volunteer parties, Opening Night parties, and other special events!" (Boise Contemporary Theater via Instagram)
• Ballet Idaho: "We share our love of ballet and the beauty and artistry of every single performance with you as a result of our generous sponsors! None of this would be possible without their support." (Ballet Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise Little Theater: "Two more days! 'Arsenic and Old Lace' debuts this Friday, after 25 years. Grab your ticket, because we are so excited to share this iconic show with you! Tickets can be purchased online or at the door!" (Boise Little Theater via Instagram)
• The Local Wine Pub | Boise: "Check out our Artist of the month for October! @mccarter_watercolors . #thelocalboise #boiserestaurants #boiseidaho #goodeats #eatlocal #eatlocalboise #boiseeats #boise #wine #beer #208life #treasurevalleyidaho #totallyboise." (The Local Wine Pub | Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Bicycle Project: "Join us this Saturday, Oct. 15 to celebrate 15 years of building bicycles together! We will have a rad bikes for raffle built by 4 different BBP mechanics, fun silent auction items, pizza, and of course we will celebrate the volunteers." (Boise Bicycle Project via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Video taken by a fan and posted to an unaffiliated Bronco Nation football fan page on Facebook showed a firework bursting just above fans in the north end zone bleachers as the team was running onto the field." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning 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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