Dolphin Dunk + Assay Rehab + Soul Food

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

Well, we approach the middle of August with a new week. Today, we look at a record-breaking Dolphin Dunk and cooling home prices. Another story takes on the issue of charter schools being one dimensional while one of Boise's first buildings is looking at some outdoor changes. Finally, were you one of the lucky ones to partake of some soul food this past weekend?

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 94 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Staff of KTVB-TV were on hand for a record-breaking Great Dolphin Dunk. The event raised $41,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Ada County. (KTVB.com)
2. The housing boom in Boise may be cooling just a bit. BoiseDev editor, Don Day, writes although the median price in Ada County continues to rise, the rate of pricing is slowing. Canyon County prices show a rare decline in prices. (BoiseDev)
3. Idaho continues to see an explosion in charter schools in the state. Studies show charter students outperform other students, but minorities and poor students are underserved in the state's charter system. IdahoEdNews reporter Devin Bodkin looks at the possible changes in the works for the state's charter system. (IdahoEdNews)
4. You may have passed the building on the way to St. Luke's or possibly to a game at BSU. Driving by, the stone structure appears to be an old jail or possibly one of Boise's earlier homes. Don Nelson and KIVI-TV looks at the U.S. Assay building and the efforts to beautify the grounds currently in the works. (KIVI)
5. If you were craving soul food, Meridian was the place to be this past weekend. After a year off due to COVID, the Boise Soul Food Festival was back and attended by Idaho Press reporter Carolyn Komatsoulis. (Idaho Press)

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Today in Boise

• Join Dondi Black and Golden Eagle Audubon for a Birding by Ear hike in Upper Hulls Gulch. Be prepared to hike up to 4 miles on mostly smooth single-track trail. This will be a slow paced hike focused on listening to and enjoying the birds. We will be hiking towards the sun but it will be intermittently shady and cool in the canyon. We will be hiking out and back on Hulls Gulch National Recreation Trail only a few miles from downtown Boise. The road to the trailhead can be washboardy so plan accordingly. Expect to see towhees, warblers, vireos, buntings, chats, meadowlarks and more! All levels are welcome. Group size will be small. Binoculars will be available if needed. All participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs please. There is a vault toilet at the trailhead. Trip leader: Dondi Black. Questions? Contact Dondi Black dondi@goldeneagleaudubon.org or 208-407-8798. Group size is limited to provide a quality experience for all. Please register online to reserve a spot before the event.Birding by Ear Hike: Upper Hulls Gulch (6:30 AM)
• North Junior High School will have open gym for 9th grade volleyball. (11:00 AM)
• The Boise Building Code Board will meet Tuesday via Zoom (10:00 AM)
• The Boise Public Library Board of Trustees regular meeting will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2021 at 11:30 a.m., in the Fish Tank room at the Main Library located at 715 S. Capitol Blvd,. Boise, ID 83702. (11:30 AM)

Boise Patch Notebook

• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Another wonderful weekend in the City of Trees : @fudojahic" (Instagram)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "Thank you to Volunteer Jacquie for taking Wilson out today. WILSON IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION." (Facebook)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "DAPHINE IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION She is about 5 years old and is short and stocky. She is ready for a home." (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "A little bit chilly out there this morning! So far, the low in Boise has dropped to 53 degrees." (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Boise is 4 days away from breaking the all-time record for greatest number of 100°F days in a year." (Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Stay up late tonight and hear Radio Boise get cinematic. Every Sunday night/Monday morning from 1 to 3 am." (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "Our primary goal as a community station is to serve underrepresented voices in the Treasure Valley." (Instagram)
• Aquarium Of Boise: "Bindi's Sunday morning vibes. #aquariumofboise #boiseaquarium #idahoaquarium #caiman #cuviersdwarfcaiman #sundayvibes" (Facebook)
• Boise Little Theater: "Would you look at all these corn nuts?⁠ Abby Price - Veronica Sawyer⁠ Nicholas Lanza - Jason Dean⁠ Alissa Shirts." (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "When you’re on the go and away from the dial, go to the Radio Boise mobile app!" (Instagram)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "RIO'S WEEK ONE TRAINING UPDATE! Rio's trainers report, "Rio is a very loving dog who is high energy and loves to give." (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "“They’re bringing themselves to this play, and they have all that self-application at the ready, themselves." (Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Listeners looking for a new music fix know they’ll get it Monday mornings from 9am to noon." (Instagram)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "RIPLEY'S WEEK ONE TRAINING UPDATE! Ripley's trainers report, "Ripley is a very sweet and gentle dog who learns quickly." (Facebook)
• Boise Food Coma: "Houston Restaurant week started off with @potentehouston 1st course : diver scallop, crush corn risotto and summer squash." (Instagram)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "PRIMO'S WEEK ONE TRAINING UPDATE! Primo's trainers report, "Primo has been a delight to have." (Facebook)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "NEXT WEEK! Get ready for a night of joyful theater like no other. Suggested donation, join us!" (Facebook)

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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.