🌱 Goathead Fest + Flying M Anniversary + One State Employee Pay Raise

Hi all. It's me, John Braese, your host of the Boise Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Let's do this.

You made it through the week and welcome to the Friday edition of the Boise Daily. To find one thing everyone agrees on is difficult, but we open with a universal hatred of goatheads. For 30 years, the Flying M has served coffee to those looking to wake up in downtown Boise, and one state employee is taking home a much larger paycheck. We provide the application for free school lunches, and the fish are ready to jump into your creel from the Boise River.

First, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sunshine. High: 100 Low: 68.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Many have called it the most excruciating pain ever. It has kept bicycle tube makers in business for years. Even your family pet has become a victim to the spiny daggers. KIVI-TV's Meredith Spelbring brings the announcement Boise's 5th Annual Goathead Fest returns Aug. 27. This year's fest will include the "Wonderfully-Weird and Bona-fide-Boise bicycle" Pedal-Powered Parade, live music performances, kids' activities, beer and more, organizers announced. (Idaho News 6 Boise Twin Falls)
2. For a Boise business to survive 30 years in the hospitality market is reason to celebrate. The Boise Weekly's Tracy Bringhurst looks at Boise's Flying M's 30 years in business on the corner of Fifth and Idaho. Even change is needed after 30 years so Flying M will soon ramp up with a new breakfast burrito and crustless quiche and plans for lunch options. (boiseweekly)
3. We could all use a raise from our employer. CBS2 carries a story written by Associated Press reporter Keith Ridler of one state employee picking up a hefty bump in pay. Lame-duck Republican Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin has decided to promote her administrative assistant from her current part time $20 an hour position to a full time $37 an hour status. The assistant, Machelle Hamilton, also receives a title and remains as first vice-chair of the Idaho Republican Party. (idahonews)
4. Boise Patch previously informed our readers of the decision by the Boise School District to discontinue free lunches for all students due to changes in the federal guidelines. If this change impacts your family, Boise Patch is pleased to now offer you the online meal application, courtesy of the Boise School District, to determine if your family meets the qualifications for free or reduced meals. (Boise Patch)
5. Grab the fishing poles as hungry fish are in the Boise River. KTVB-TV staff release the video of 1,400 hatchery fish entering our local river at Barber Park and headed downstream. If you are unsuccessful, don't worry — another round of fish is scheduled to hit the water later this month. (KTVB.com)

Today in Boise:

• Expo Idaho holds Vintage Market Days Friday with an array of vendors on hand. (10 a.m.)
• The Idaho Chapter of the Sierra Club is hosting a Teen Takeover to take place at the Idaho State Museum Friday evening. (5 p.m.)
• If you spent some time in Pullman, join some friends as the Boise Hawks celebrate WSU Coug Night. (7 p.m.)
• The Boise Little Theater presents "Oz!," a musical based on the story of L. Frank Baum. (7:30 p.m.)
• The Boise Theatre starts a three-week run of "Barefoot in the Park," a romantic comedy by Neil Simon. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Visit Boise: "Stay cool out there, Boise! Here are some of our fun recommendations to do so: Go rafting on the Payette River with @cascaderaft. Post up at the Boise River. Float down the Boise River. Rent a paddleboard from @idahoriversports." (Visit Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Police Department: "We’re in the middle of the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. Here’s a reminder to slow down, pay attention, and wear your seatbelts. Stay safe Boise!" (Boise Police Department via Facebook)
• Boise Philharmonic: "Boise Phil family and friends, our beloved music director Maestro Daniel Stern passed away on July 11 at the age of 78. He was a very special person to the Boise Phil family, and for 13 years, Maestro Stern led the Boise Philharmonic." (Boise Philharmonic via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Amur tiger Akasha has a refreshing plan for a hot week: relaxing in her pool! - Rob O'Neal" (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "The Warehouse Food Hall, featuring a dozen businesses, opened on Eighth Street Tuesday. More restaurants are set to move in over the next few months." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)
• Boise Rock School: "Harrison crushing it at our Recording Camp at the Audiolab this week! #boiserockschool #junoarts" (Boise Rock School via Instagram)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with 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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