🌱 Father's Guilty Plea + Ignite Bootcamp + Bridge Money

Rise and shine, Boise! Let's get you all caught up to start this Friday, March 18, off on an informed note. Here's what's going on around town today.

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Boise Daily. We start with a guilty plea from a Meridian father in the horrible death of his son at the hands of both parents. Ignite Bootcamp is a chance for females to experience a career in firefighting, and Micron does not have to pay back bonuses says Idaho's highest court. We provide a list of the worst valley's intersections and help is coming for Idaho's bridges.

First, today's weather:

Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 63 Low: 47.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Meridian man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the death of his son. KTVB-TV's Katie Terhune reports Erik Osuna admitted to the charge on Wednesday in connection with his failure to intervene as his wife beat, starved and berated his 9-year-old son for months leading up to the little boy's death. (KTVB)
2. The City of Boise has extended an invitation to females interested in a fire service career to attend the Ignite Bootcamp this upcoming summer. Registration is open and free for teens and adults. (Boise Patch)
3. Micron Technology is the estimated $20 million winner in a lawsuit over employee bonuses. BoiseDev's Margaret Carmel writes the Idaho Supreme Court ruled in favor of the local technology giant in a class-action suit brought by former employees. (boisedev.com)
4. If your commute takes you through the intersection of Farmway Road and Homedale Road, you officially drive into the most dangerous intersection in the Boise area over the last 10 years, according to LITE-FM's Michelle Heart. The article adds five additional intersections you may want to avoid if possible. (LiteOnline.com)
5. Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a $252 million transportation package, including $200 million to repair Idaho's bridges. CBS2 carries the Associated Press story reporting the money will fix a third of bridges needing help in the state. (idahonews)

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Today in Boise:

• The Hemingway Literary Center presents the Spring 2022 Literature for Lunch Webinar Series “The Architecture of Words and Lives." (11 a.m.)
• Join Madison Burger for her opening reception of her MFA exhibition titled “From Which We Were Absent” on Friday in the Neri Gallery, Fine Arts Building, at Boise State. (3 p.m.)
• Join Boise State University's Director of Government Affairs Andrew Mitzel for a quick update on what is happening in the Idaho State Legislature. (3 p.m.)
• Cactus Petes Casino will take you back as the casino features George Michael Reborn, starring Robert Bartko. Live in concert on Friday. (9 p.m.)
• The Neurolux presents a unique night with Femme Von Follies, bringing Boise a night of glamour, burlesque, and live music with this neo-classical burlesque floor show accompanied by The Ashley Rose Quartet. (9 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Collister: "Large orange cat, this big boy recently started hanging around and inviting himself into our house. He’s very friendly. Is he yours? He’s hungry. I’ll take him to IHS if nobody claims in in the next day or so." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, SE Boise - Ivywild Park: "Hello friends, can anyone recommend a local carpet layer who can stretch a carpet? Thank you!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Meadow Creek: "Could anyone recommend a good reasonably priced sheet vinyl floor installer? I have a 27 feet x 8.5 feet cargo trailer I need flooring installed in." (Nextdoor)

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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.