Hot, Really Hot + Transgender Candidate + Non-Speaking Candidates

Boise residents are about to see the first day of 100 degree temperatures, a day likely to set a new record. A Boise driver will not need to worry about keeping cool at home as he is jailed after running into fences, trees and a Boise Police Officer. Our state's governor and lieutenant governor also appear to be "hot under the collar", but our heat index has nothing to do with the issue - mask mandates are the sticking point. The Boise Daily has all these stories and more, including Boise celebrations of First Thursday.

Taking a look at the weather today:

• Thursday: Clear throughout the day. Temps: High of 100° & low of 66°.

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Patch Pick: The first week of June will feel like the first week of August as the heat sets in on Boise. The current record for June 3 in Boise is 98 degrees, a figure set in 2007. We should easily surpass the record and set a new one. The average temperature for June in Boise is 83 degrees. Plan on the thermometer hitting and very likely exceeding the 100 degree mark on Thursday.

Here are the top 5 stories for today:

1. The race for Idaho governor continues to expand, this time with the announcement from a transgender candidate. News staff of idahonews has the story on Democratic candidate Melissa Sue Robinson. (idahonews)

2. Former BSU quarterback and current offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys Kellen Moore has been named to the Hall of Fame ballot. KTVB staff explains how the voting will continue from here. (KTVB)

3. An intoxicated driver had a busy night, running through fences, hitting trees and striking a Boise Police Officer during an attempt to drive away. Read our story here.

4. Clark Corbin of the Idaho Capital Sun speaks with Idaho Governor Brad Little regarding his relationship with Lieutenant Governor Janice McGeachin after the recent fracas between the two over mask mandates. (idahocapitalsun)

5. The pandemic was tough on many, but nonprofits suffered greater than many. Frankie Barnhall of Boise State Public Radio reports the Boise Rock School not only made it through the tough times, but plans to expand. (boisestatepublicradio)

Boise Fact of the Day:

Boise has been named the #1 Adventure City in America by National Geographic.

Boise Community Calendar:

- The office at Riverglen Junior High School closes for the summer on Thursday.

- June is Idaho Wine and Cider Month and a passport is being given free to those who want to celebrate. To win prizes and enter drawings the whole month, get more information here.

- The first Thursday of each month is Downtown Boise First Thursday. Local merchants will have specials, beverage tastings, art exhibits and trunk shows starting at 5 p.m.

- The first Thursday of the month is also celebrated at the Idaho State Museum. Free admission to the museum is available along with a new exhibit, Trailblazing Women of Idaho. The museum opens to free admission at 5 p.m.

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- John

About me: I was born and raised in Boise, attending Sacred Heart, Bishop Kelly and Borah before leaving the area for the University of Idaho. I'm an award winning journalist, editor and high school sports enthusiast.