🌱 Homeless Boise Father + Cobalt Mine Reopening + Park Upgrades

Hello again, neighbors. It's Sunday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including updates on:

• Local police were busy Friday night looking for a wanted suspect finally found hiding in a local parking garage.
• Due to a donation, a local park will soon include a skate park and dog area.
• Boise residents will soon be able to watch people exercising on the Greenbelt while putting down a big, juicy roast beef sandwich.

But first, today's weather:

Very warm with plenty of sun. High: 80 Low: 49.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Boise man was jailed after a domestic dispute in northeast Boise. KTVB-TV staff report the incident started Friday night at approximately 6 p.m. near 19th and State streets. The suspect was ultimately found hiding in a parking garage on 9th and Front Street. (KTVB)
2. As the need for cobalt, a substance used in electric car batteries, rises, an old mine in Idaho is now scheduled to reopen. Boise State Public Radio's Alisa Chang speaks with Bryce Crocker, chief executive officer of Jervois Global. Jervois Global is an Australian-based company opening the cobalt mine in the remote mountains of Idaho not far from the famous Salmon River. (Boise State Public Radio)
3. An upgrade to Molenaar Park in Southwest Boise is moving forward after a $1 million dollar donation from the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation (JKAF). Boise Patch has the news the new amenities will include a skate park just off the parking lot in between the restroom and dog off-leash area. (Boise Patch)
4. Boise residents may soon be able to grab at bite at the Sandbar at the Riverside Hotel while watching runners zip by on the Greenbelt. BoiseDev editor Don Day brings readers up to date on plans the restaurant and bar has for upgrading to a large patio, revamped pool area, and a shelter feature for the wedding venue. (boisedev.com)
5. We see them daily around Boise. People sitting in parking lots with cardboard signs asking for some change or food. KIDO-AM's Ryan actually took the time to speak to one of these people, a father who is employed, homeless and out on the streets struggling to feed his children. Take a few minutes to read the story of someone right here in Boise needing help. (kidotalkradio)

Today in Boise:

• The Discovery Center of Idaho continues the 3,000 square foot presentation of SLIME! Sunday. (10 a.m.)
• Grab your running shoes and friends at attend the YMCA Harrison Classic. (3 p.m.)
• The Kingston Trio performs at the Morrison Center Sunday evening. (7 p.m.)
• The Egyptian Theatre presents a special showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show with special guest star, Barry Bostwick, the original "Brad Majors." (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Weekly: "Two vandalism attacks on LGBTQIA+ community in Boise spark uprising of support On Wednesday, Oct. 4, two separate incidents of vandalism were reported to the Boise Police Department." (Boise Weekly via Instagram)
• Boise State University: "Did somebody say party? Thanks to @boisestatehonors for hosting a welcoming social mixer for the first day of Parent & Family Weekend." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• Boise Fire Department: "This week for #FirefighterFriday we are featuring Senior Firefighter Kevin Allen! He is currently assigned to Station 1 on B Shift. SFF Kevin has been in the Fire Service for 20 years." (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• Boise Art Museum: "Visit BAM today to be among the first to see our new exhibition, “Willem Volkersz: The View From Here.” The exhibition features a 25-year retrospective of works by Montana-based artist Willem Volkersz, a significant contemporary artist." (Boise Art Museum via Instagram)
• Boise's Best Bites!: "It’s the perfect weekend for some raw oysters @littlepearlboise downtown #boise" (Boise's Best Bites! via Instagram)
• Boise Weekly: "A big thanks to everyone who showed up at BW's cover art auction preview party. Now onto the main event! Tuesday, October 18th at the TRICA event venue, 1406 Eastman St. near Hyde Park." (Boise Weekly via Instagram)

You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for 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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