🌱 Local Splash Pads Remain Open + Wine Money + MDO Planning

Hello again, hello! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Boise Daily. Follow along to find out the most important things happening around town. In today's issue, you'll find these stories and more...

• Some California men learned when you commit a robbery in Meridian, Nevada, law enforcement will find you.
• You can go online to assist victims of domestic abuse.
• The Boise Costco store is considering becoming larger and having large items ready to deliver to you quicker.
• Relax and enjoy a meditation group at the Boise Public Library.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and cooler. High: 70 Low: 48.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Local law enforcement owes Nevada one. KTVB-TV staff report Nevada police arrested two men wanted in connection with a robbery at a pharmacy along East Fairview Avenue and Locust Grove Road Monday. 24-year-old Tyheir Bolden, 26-year-old Domonique Joyner-Hodges and 24-year-old Antonio Watkins were arrested after a pursuit and found with significant quantities of prescription drugs believed taken during the Meridian robbery. The California men are also being investigated for other Idaho prescription drug robberies. (KTVB.com)
2. Our unusually warm fall weather is producing a positive for local kids. CBS2 news staff report the Meridian Parks and Recreation announced local splash pads will remain open through Sunday, Oct. 2 in Settlers, Kleiner and Discovery parks. Hours of operation will be noon to 7 p.m. daily. (Idaho News)
3. The Faces of Hope Victim Center in downtown Boise is in the middle of a virtual fundraiser after seeing a 27 percent increase in the need for the services it offers. The Boise Weekly's Tracy Bringhurst speaks with Executive Director Paige Dinger discussing the need for wraparound services for domestic abuse victims and the opening of a new client service center in Meridian. (boiseweekly)
4. Everyone knows Idaho for potatoes, but some lesser-known commodities are now receiving some cash to promote Idaho products. The Idaho Farm Bureau's Sean Ellis writes the Idaho Department of Agriculture announced $1.85 million in grants were recently awarded to the state's specialty crops including local wine makers. The focus of the wine grant "is to reach the recent newcomers to the state, many of whom come from other wine-producing states but don’t yet know that Idaho has its own flourishing wine industry." (idahofb)
5. Your trip to the Boise Costco may soon even see a larger facility. BoiseDev editor Don Day reports the retail giant is considering expanding the Cole Road store to include a MDO (market delivery operations). Large items ordered by customers would be available for immediate delivery rather than shipped in from out of areas warehouses. A neighborhood meeting on the expansion is planned. (boisedev)

Today in Boise:

• The Boise Public Library sponsors a meditation group Thursday afternoon. (1 p.m.)
• The Garden City Design Review Committee will hold a special meeting Thursday. (3 p.m.)
• The Citywide Advisory Committee discussing the rewrite of Boise's zoning code convenes Thursday. Participation is available through Zoom for those unable to attend. (3 p.m.)
• Prepare for Halloween Thursday by attending a costuming class at Boise's JUMP. (5 p.m.)
• The Dick Eardley Senior Center holds the second annual Casino Night Dinner & Dance Thursday. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "It will be the warmest June through September on record (since 1877) for #Boise with an average temperature of 75.6 degrees. The average temperature for June-September hasn't been below 70 degrees since 1999. #idwx #orwx" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise Farmers Market: "Our drive-thru is only open for 2 days! We want our customers who can’t participate in our regular farmers market to continue to have access to nutritious and delicious local food." (Boise Farmers Market via Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "We are 2 weeks out from our next Couch Surfer! Come surf with us at 6 p.m. at @ochos_boise. October’s artists are author @lydhavens and musician and former Radio Boise host @boiseleta! Stay tuned to learn more about these artists." (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "The Garden came alive with all of the singers, musicians, artists and makers that shared their talent for Celebrando A México. Here's to all involved, volunteers, performers, staff, guests, etc. — A BIG thank you!" (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "The winners of our fall membership drive grand prize sweepstakes came to pick up their prize today! We hope they have a great time cruising down the Greenbelt on their new e-bikes." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Idaho IceWorld is looking for junior & senior hockey and ice-skating instructors. Positions are temporary and some experience is required, but this is a great way to get involved if you love these sports." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— John Braese

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