🌱 Lee Read Passing + Falcon Beer + Property Tax Rebate

Hello, everybody! It's Saturday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening locally, including updates on:

• A former Meridian bus driver has been sentenced to 180 days jail time after agreeing to a plea bargain.
• A property tax rebate may be available to you if you live in Boise.
• Boomer and the Mushdogs lose to the Hodags in a nationwide vote.

But first, today's weather:

Windy; a little morning rain. High: 51 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. There are thousands of local couples running around with his rings on their fingers. BoiseDev editor Don Day reports Lee Read died last month in Meridian. The namesake of a large jewelry store currently located in Meridian, Read opened his first jewelry store in downtown Boise, expanding the original to six stores along with catchy advertisements. Even after retiring and passing the business to family members, Read was known for stopping by the Meridian location to play piano during the holiday season. (boisedev.com)
2. A former Meridian bus driver was sentenced after a conviction of felony injury to a child. CBS2 news staff report Leroy Morris will spend 180 days in jail followed by supervision for an initial charge of lewd conduct with a minor in 2021. (Idaho News)
3. Beer and falcons are coming together. KTVB announces Garden City's Western Collective has announced Peregrine Falcon, the first red IPA in a series of beers brewed by the Idaho company in collaboration with the World Center Birds of Prey. (KTVB.com)
4. Boise Patch may be able to save you some money. The City of Boise announced the Property Tax Rebate Program and applications will be open Dec. 1, 2022 – May 1, 2023. (Boise Patch)
5. Our local Lions, Eagles, Knights and Braves did not make the list. But Idaho's "Boomer" almost grabbed the top spot, falling only to the Hodags. IdahoEdNews reporter Devin Bodkin writes voting was recently completed for Scorebook Live’s “Best High School Mascot in America” competition. Shelley High School' s russet-burbank spud placed second in the nation, falling to only The Hodags of Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Idaho has a second team sneak into the top competition, the Mushers of Camas County. (idahoednews)

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Today in Boise:

• The Boise Public Library hosts Family Storytime Saturday morning. (10:30 AM)
• Watson's Mystery Cafe & Spirits presents Davy Jones Locker: A Pirate Cabaret Saturday afternoon. (1:00 PM)
• Ballet Idaho takes over the Morrison Center for Mozart In Motion. (2:00 PM)
• The Boise State University Recreation Center will hold a party for Bronco versus BYU football. (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise Fire Department: "Firefighters extinguished an exterior house fire on W. Foxfire Street tonight. A quick stop by the crews prevented extension of fire to the interior of the house. There were no injuries to firefighters, residents or pets." (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "The storm has arrived and will linger through Saturday. Expect a healthy dose of precipitation area-wide, with significant snowfall in the mountains above 4,500 feet." (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "Back by popular demand, we have another professional dog photoshoot with the talented Nette of Unleashed Fur pet photography. We will have photos with 208 Santa on Nov. 17 and switch to Winter photos on Nov. 18 and 19." (Idaho Humane Society via Facebook)
• Boise State University: "¡Feliz Día de los Muertos! May we always be inspired and guided by the memories of our departed loved ones. The campus community celebrated Day of the Dead with a series of events hosted by student organizations." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• Boise Police Department: "It’s that time of year again! Remember to clear all the ice off of your windshield and windows before you hit the road." (Boise Police Department via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Happy November! Admission prices have dropped, and the animal encounter schedule has changed for the fall/winter. Animal Encounter Schedule (happening Thursday - Sunday only)." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Here are the Top 10 Most Played from the week past. Check 'em out!" (Radio Boise 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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