🌱 JFAC Road Trip + Soggy Witches + Daybell/Vallow Update

Hello again, everybody. It's Monday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including news on...

• For a good cause, a Boise man actually went out in public with a blue and orange beard and smiled about it.
• Chad Daybell's defense in a capital murder case will involve discussing his wife and he does not want her in the courtroom at that time.
• Take a look at five homes in Boise just hitting the market and ready for your family.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 79 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Boise man donned the blue and orange for a good cause. KTVB-TV interviews Wish Granters Board President Jim Paulson showing his blue and orange beard after the non-profit raised $500 during World Beard Day. (KTVB.com)
2. Here is out weekly update for one of the largest trials scheduled for Boise in January. East Idaho News reporter Nate Easton write Chad Daybell has now asked the court his trial be separated from his wife's, Lori Vallow Daybell. He and Lori Vallow Daybell have pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder for the deaths of 7-year-old Joshua “JJ” Vallow and 16-year-old Tylee Ryan – two of Lori’s kids – along with Chad’s previous wife, Tammy Daybell. Chad Daybell's attorney has also asked Chad's trial be delayed until next fall. The argument to separate the trials come as Chad's attorney stated his client's defense would involve “prior bad acts of both Ms. Vallow and Alex Cox (Lori Daybell’s deceased brother), as well as evidence regarding their relationship and the death of Mr. Cox.” (eastidahonews)
3. Boise Patch is here on a Monday to assist you in finding that new home on horizon. Check out five new homes just on the market. (Boise Patch)
4. Ghosts and goblins are spooky, but can you really say the same for witches on the Boise River? CBS2 provides a gallery of photos of "witches on the water", a gathering of ladies trading their brooms in for paddle boards and rafts. (idahonews)
5. The group deciding how much money the state spends is heading out on the road. The Idaho Capital Sun's Clark Corbin reports the Idaho Legislature’s Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee will begin three days of training and meetings Monday in Twin Falls. At least 11 of JFAC’s 20 members will be new in the 2023 legislative session due to retirements and primary election losses in May. (idahocapitalsun)

Today in Boise:

• The Boise Public Library presents Toddler Storytime Monday morning. (10:30 a.m.)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Monday is Meridian Republic Services located at 2130 W. Franklin Rd. (Noon)
• Capital High School will be on the road to Rocky Mountain High School for girls varsity soccer action Monday evening. (6 p.m.)
• The City of Boise Planning and Zoning Commission convenes Monday evening. (6 p.m.)
• Blues guitarist and singer Todd Snider will perform at the Egyptian Theatre Monday evening. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "The @cycle_learning_center at Boise State hosts Mountain Mondays for novice to pro riders. The free rides start at 5:30 p.m. during the fall and spring semester (when weather permits) from the Cycle Learning Center." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• #BoiseBucketList: "We are giving away five (5) PAIRS of tickets to @LoweFamilyFarmstead Pumpkin Patch. This is one of Idaho's most popular fall destinations, with plenty of farm-tastic fun for the whole family!" (#BoiseBucketList via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Did you know last month was the second hottest September on record in Boise? Check out our monthly climate summaries from some cities in our region for more information!" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise Hive: "Live at the Hive with KORNOKOPROS Broadcasting from historic Boise Hive in Boise, ID" (Boise Hive via Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "OPINION Bill Cope: The US and Ken Burns Read full opinion piece in bio" (Boise Weekly via Instagram)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow morning for your next 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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