🌱 McLean Interview + Chalky Candy Hearts + Bartlome Update

Welcome back, Boise! Let's get you all caught up to start this Tuesday, February 15 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

The Tuesday edition of the Boise Daily opens with a radio interview with Boise's mayor discussing a number of recent happenings. An arrest has been made regarding threats found at a local high school and Boise Patch has some new jobs on our site. We take a look at the state's favorite candy for our recent holiday and we catch up with a former high school athlete now helping others using social media.

First, today's weather:

Cooler with clouds and sun. High: 47 Low: 27.

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Here are the top five stories today in Boise:

1. Boise Mayor Lauren McLean recently sat down with Boise State Public Radio's George Prentice to discuss a number of recent issues facing the capital city. From the tent protest, Interfaith Sanctuary appeal and affordable housing, McLean spends over eight minutes on the morning radio show. (Boise State Public Radio)
2. In a story we recently informed Boise Daily readers about, here's an update. CBS2 news staff report Meridian Police have arrested a 16-year-old suspect for written threats found on a bathroom stall at Meridian High School. (idahonews)
3. If you are in the market for a new job in Boise, check out who's hiring in the local area, courtesy of Boise Patch. (Boise Patch)
4. As couples in Boise celebrated Valentine's Day on Monday, KIDO-AM's Chris Cruise went to Candy.com to discover the favorite candy for each state. According to the site, Idaho's favorite Valentine's Day candy is candy hearts. Yes, we are discussing those chalky candies with the imprinted sayings. (kidotalkradio)
5. We end the Boise Daily with an inspiring story of a Kuna man severely injured during the 2013 state football playoffs. KTVB-TV's Maggie O'Mara catches up with Boone Bartlome, now a 24-year-old paralyzed Boise State graduate looking at starting a new job at Innovate Academy. (KTVB)

Today in Boise:

• Zoo admission is only $2 every Tuesday in February! Every senior, general and child admission will be discounted to $2 each Tuesday. Reciprocals are not accepted for these days. (10 a.m.)
• PNWU is excited to share news about the new developing Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at PNWU. Meet associate professor and founding program director, Dr. Heather Fritz, to find out more about the OT profession. (4 p.m.)
• The Boise City Council will meet Tuesday evening. (6 p.m.)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Tuesday is the Wright United Church of Christ. (Noon)

Boise Fact of the Day:

Across the US, people are expected to spend $23.9 billion on Valentine's Day gifts this year, up from $21.8 billion in 2021, according to a survey from the National Retail Federation.

From my notebook:

• Idaho Humane Society: "I’m Boris and as cute as can be. I am in need of a loving home that gives me all the love and yummy treats. I would like a spot to call my own and time to get to know everyone in the home environment." (Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "“That Horse (and Horrors) Has Done Left the Barn” by Bill Cope “As we watch school boards and classrooms — even university budgets and higher curricula — fall under the shadow of the shrieking ignoramuses, it is easy to fall into despair." (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "This Sunday's featured guest is Traci Brimhall, whose latest collection, "Come the Slumberless to the Land of Nod," was published in 2020 from Copper Canyon Press. Tune in from 5 - 5:30 p.m. to listen!" (Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Charter Pointe: "Lawn service: Looking for recommendations for a reliable and affordable lawn care service. Any recommendations would be appreciated! Thank you #Askyourneighbors" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Veterans Park: A Samsung phone was found in a parking lot Saturday evening 7:30-ish. It was out in front of Northgate theater at Northgate Mall. (Nextdoor)

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