🌱 Day Three Vallow Daybell + Slowing Growth + Boise Truck Stop Tops

Hey, everybody. It's Thursday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally. Today you'll read about...

• Boise's mayor has chosen two attorneys to fill open council seats.
• Someone else in Boise may have your medical bill from St. Luke's.
• Grab a look at all the reasons Boise residents state jury duty for 8 to 12 weeks will disrupt their lives.

But first, today's weather: Some sun, then clouds; breezy. High: 55 Low: 38.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Day three of Boise's Lori Vallow Daybell trial is in the books with juror selection continuing. EastIdahoNews reporter Nate Easton continues to provide updates. The last three days of updates shows how difficult it is to find 12 jurors plus alternates who can place their life on hold for 8 to 12 weeks. On Wednesday, a single mom was dismissed as she is the lone employee at her job. A father was excused after explaining he purchased plane tickets to see his son's track meet in California. A mother of five was dismissed after admitting she could not be fair and impartial. (eastidahonews)
2. The influx of people moving to Idaho is slowing. The IdahoCapitalSun's Mia Maldonado reports in 2022, Idaho’s population grew by 1.8 percent, making it the state with the second-highest growth rate behind Florida. Ada County continued to show births outnumbering deaths adding to the population growth. Ada County also added 500 people from outside the United States. The data also shows more people moving to rural counties in the state. (idahocapitalsun)
3. The Boise City Council has two new faces, and both are attorneys. CBS2 news staff report Mayor McLean has chosen Latonia Haney Keith and Colin Nash to fill two Boise City Council vacancies. 54 interested persons applied for the two open seats. (idahonews)
4. Choosing to eat out in Boise, the alternatives are endless. One option may be overlooked by most hungry Boise residents. KIDO-AM's Nikki West reports a blog called Loveexploring ranked the best truck stops in each state and for Idaho, Boise's own Boise Stage Stop is the best in the state. Opened in 1891, it makes it one of the oldest continually operating businesses in Idaho. It is one of the few places to grab a T-bone for breakfast and a slice of homemade pie. (KIDO Talk Radio)
5. If you are waiting for a bill from St. Luke’s Health System, the letter may not arrive. BoiseDev managing editor Gretchen Parsons reports the local health care provider sent 15,246 patients' bills to the wrong address. The letters contained the name of the patient and the person responsible for the bill, billing and payment tracking numbers, the amount owed, and the date of service. (boisedev)

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Today in Boise:

• The Gene Harris Jazz Festival opens Thursday on the campus of Boise State University. (7:00 AM)
• For a few minutes of relaxation, the Boise State University Recreation Center offers Dog Therapy Thursday. (10:30 AM)
• The City of Boise and Capital City Development Corporation invite all to the Grove Street Public Space Open House. (4:00 PM)
• The Boise Public Library hosts School Age Fun Thursday afternoon. (4:30 PM)
• It is finally time for Boise's initial First Thursday and the city is celebrating Earth Day. (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Come work with us! We’re looking for passionate people to help us offer a variety of camps, classes and programs this summer. From lifeguards to Playcamp leaders and seasonal maintenance workers, there are a variety of opportunities." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "#Boise set the record of consecutive day below 60 degrees yesterday at 154 days! Records began in 1875. The streak will continue through at least Friday. #idwx #orwx" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "BREAKING: Transgender people under the age of 18 in Idaho will no longer be able to get puberty blockers, hormone therapy or gender-confirmation surgery beginning Jan. 1, 2024." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)
• Boise Bicycle Project: "Do you know someone in need of an adaptable bike? Here we have an awesome Sun HT-3 Handcycle Trike! Equipped with a 3-speed Shimano internal hub, this thing will get you rolling in style!" (Boise Bicycle Project via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Only 4 days until Easter EGGstravaganza at Zoo Boise on Saturday, April 8! The zoo will be filled with candy stations, activities, vendors, zoo characters, and the chance to see your favorite animals receive their Easter treats." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)

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