Masked Goathead + Oklahoma COVID Bed + Lady Broncos

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

The Boise Daily starts this weekend with a story of an Oklahoma COVID-19 patient having to travel to Boise as the closest ICU bed. Players on Riverglen's football team are welcoming two new players to the squad and if you are planning ahead, the Lady Broncos basketball schedule is out. Take a trip back with Eagle's opening of a time capsule, and for those looking to save bicycle tires from goatheads, mask up.

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 103, low: 71.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. An Oklahoma COVID-19 patient is currently in a Boise hospital after our local facility was the closest bed available. The Twin Falls Times-News carries the story authored by the Idaho Capital Sun's Audrey Dutton. (Twin Falls Times-News)
2. As players prepare for the upcoming fall football season, Riverglen School's team will cross the gender gap with two females on the squad. KIVI-TV's Frankie Katafias reports on Payton Wedeking and Sophia Bothen. (6 On Your Side)
3. It may be a few months away, but the Lady Broncos basketball schedule is out. Boise State opens the Mountain West season on Dec. 28 at Colorado State. (broncosports.com)
4. VHS tapes. Paper maps. Class pictures not on a drive. Katija Stjepovic and KTVB-TV were present as the City of Eagle opened a time capsule originally sealed 50 years ago. (KTVB.com)
5. Volunteers gathering the dreaded goatheads this year will also be donning masks. KIVI-TV's Meredith Spelbring writes the Boise Goathead Fest will require masks and "vaccination is expected" for anyone over 12 years old. (6 On Your Side)

Today in Boise

• Photos for fall athletics will be taken all day on Saturday at Borah High School. (9 a.m.)
• The rededication of the Paul Lodge No. 77 will take place on Saturday. The Lodge will open at 11 a.m. (1 p.m.)
• North Junior High School will hold cheer tryouts on Saturday. (8 a.m.)
• Join Golden Eagle Audubon Society for a different kind of birding experience. The ‘Pause, Look, & Listen’ series will focus on a stationary and holistic approach to observing birds and being in nature. This is an opportunity to connect with nature in a small-group setting that encourages personal observation and reflection. Learn more and register here. Contact Dondi Black, dondi@goldeneagleaudubon.org or 208-407-8798 with any questions. Group size is limited to provide a quality experience for all. Please register online to reserve a spot before the event. (8 a.m.)
• Learn all you need to know to get started and then join us for some guided birding —binoculars provided! Registration is not required. Join the Golden Eagle Audubon Society with an Intro to Birding at the Lake Hazel Library. (10 a.m.)
• Head out Saturday and enjoy a variety of regional and traditional cuisines native to the Indian subcontinent along with a variety of popular street food and desserts. All proceeds go towards uplifting rural and needy communities that are part of AID projects in India. Tickets here: https://aidindia.org/event/2021-india-food-festival-boise (5 p.m.)

Boise Patch Notebook

• Boise State University: "Broncos, how are you spending the last days of summer before the new academic year begins?" (Instagram)
• Idaho Humane Society: "Meet our handsome boy, Leo. This is what he is looking for in a home: 'I love to learn! You can use my favorite toys.' " (Facebook)
• Pug Pals, Greater Boise Pug Rescue and Placement, Inc: "Guess what, guys?! Baby Styles just had his second acid bile test to check his liver function." (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "Look at these cute cuddly kittens giving some love to one of our Matchmakers!" (Facebook)
• Downtown Boise Association: "Farewell, Downtown Boise. It’s been an honor and a pleasure capturing the vibrancy and vivacious spirit." (Instagram)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "Happy 9th birthday to BBBR alum BUBBA, formerly known as Cognac!" (Facebook)
• #BoiseBucketList: " G I V E A W A Y @louisthechild is heading to Boise on Sept. 9, 2021!" (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Smoke update from the HRRR model with current wildfires. Red text are highest priority wildfires." (Facebook)
• From Boise: "Have you been to downtown Boise’s newest park yet? @downtownboise #fromboise #boise #downtownboise." (Instagram)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Doctors say that unless more people get the vaccine, the state will enter the worst phase of the pandemic yet." (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "Our two veterinary hospitals had a terrific July! Last month they performed 912 alterations." (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "“We went through so many different things last year that whatever they throw at us this year, we've got this."" (Facebook)
• From Boise: "Thursday in the garden with @theshivas @ruffpupsband @duckclubboise @idahobotanicalgarden #fromboise." (Instagram)
• #BoiseBucketList: "FANTASTIC GAMES SALE Happy Friday!" (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "Every Thursday from 4:30 to 5 p.m., you can get your WINGS on Radio Boise." (Instagram)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "The Garden is hiring! Interested? Check out the two positions at https://idahobotanicalgarden.org/contact/careers/." (Facebook)
• The Local - Boise: "Cool off with a Prosecco #nationalproseccoday #winelover #drinklocal." (Instagram)
• From Boise: "Hope y'all have had a good week — it's time to play! Here's some fun stuff to do this weekend." (Instagram)
• BOISE FARMERS MARKET: "Oh yeah! So delicious. If you haven’t tried chard, Saturday is your day. Ask how to prep it at the @truerootsorganics." (Instagram)
• BOISE FARMERS MARKET: "We can’t wait to get our paws on some of these beautiful heirlooms from @rice_family_farm !" (Instagram)
• Boise Art Museum: "BAM, thanks our friends at @whitedogbrewingboise and @gaslanterndrinkingcompany for offering a special discount." (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "Internet is back, and so is our web stream! If you're having issues at 93.5fm, head to radioboise.org/stream." (Instagram)
• Boise Art Museum: "BAM thanks our friends at White Dog Brewing Boise and The Gas Lantern Drinking Company." (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you around! If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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.