🌱 Daniel Tiger's Show + BLM Employment + New Schools Needed

Hey, Boise! It's Wednesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in town today.

A live version of a popular animated show is coming to Boise and the Boise Daily informs you on how to obtain tickets today. Grab a look at the new homes on the market on Boise Patch, and the Idaho House votes to negate a Boise ruling on rental applications. The BLM may be looking for you this summer, and our explosive growth means the state will need over 100 new schools by 2030.

First, today's weather:

Some clouds, then sunshine. High: 46 Low: 29.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. The popular children's show, "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" is coming to Boise, according to KTVB-TV staff. The show is scheduled for March 16 at the Morrison Center with tickets on sale now. (KTVB.com)
2. If you are in the market for a new home, check out the Boise Patch listing of homes for sale. (Boise Patch)
3. Landlords would be able to charge any amount for fees and deposits under a bill passed by the Idaho House. The Idaho Capital Sun's Clark Corbin reports the legislation bans local governments like cities and counties from regulating the amount landlords can charge in rent for residential property. Boise is the only local government that has a cap on rental application fees, which in this case is $30. (idahocapitalsun)
4. If your plans for summer possibly include digging fire lines, loading fire retardant onto planes, or spending nights in a tent and getting paid for it, CBS2's Mickaela Elich writes the Bureau of Land Management is looking for you. The website included in the story will allow interested persons to apply directly. (idahonews)
5. In just eight short years, Idaho will need around 104 new schools, according to a recent study published by IdahoEdNews and Devin Bodkin. The study also considered growth opportunities for charters in areas where schools underperform. An analysis found 119 schools underperforming in 2018-2021 assessments, mostly concentrated in the Boise area and along I-15 in southeastern Idaho. (idahoednews)

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Today in Boise:

• Come enjoy some pizza and learn about the 8th annual Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge (IEC), hosted by the College of Innovation and Design’s Venture College. IEC is a statewide university competition hosted by Boise State University to develop and reward student entrepreneurs with promising ventures and small businesses. College and university students from across Idaho will compete for $50,000+ in cash prizes, legal consultation, and accounting services to advance their startups. (11:30 a.m.)
• The Capital High School wrestling team will compete at the Granite City Championship on Wednesday. (4 p.m.)
• Sage International School #475 will host an open house Wednesday evening. Come meet the administrators, hear about the school, take a tour, and get information specific to your child(ren)'s grade level(s). (6 p.m.)
• Join the Idaho Humane Society for the IHS Night with the Idaho Steelheads Wednesday evening. (7 p.m.)
• The City of Boise Library Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday. (11:30 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Sunshine breaking through the sagebrush. Artwork: Aero Agoseris sculpture (2008) by Mark Baltes." (Instagram)
• Boise Weekly: "Unhoused protestors pen letter to city asking for negotiations. '…our name is 'Operation Hope Ain't Goin' Nowhere,' and we are your neighbors experiencing houselessness and protesting in tents across the street from the Capitol." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Thanks to a cirrostratus cloud deck over the Treasure Valley this evening, the sunset turned out to be very picturesque! Check out this webcam animation from @BOGUSBASIN #idwx" (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "'There's no labor shortage. There's a pay shortage. People have had enough. They're not interested in working for minimum wage when they're worth more.'" (Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Radio Boise’s Blues Block kicks off with The Juke Joint! On Mondays from 5 - 8 p.m., Norman Davis features blues from the early 1900s to the present, throwing in some history along the way to make it fun and educational." (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.