🌱 Memorial Day Events + Closed Boat Ramp + Sex Offender Sentenced

Hello, friends! It's me, John Braese, your host of the Boise Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening around town.

Welcome to the Saturday edition of the Boise Daily. We prepare you for the upcoming holiday with events scheduled at numerous cemeteries around Boise. Neighbors are unhappy with each other in Eagle over a glass of wine, and our low snow pack has created boaters as victims. You are invited to a night of baseball and a chance to support local scholarships and finally, one Boise man will not be in your local park for the next 20 years.

First, today's weather:

Not as warm with a t-shower. High: 68 Low: 46.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. The long weekend is here and KTVB-TV staff provides a listing of events to celebrate Memorial Day. The holiday is a chance for us to honor those veterans who made the sacrifice of their lives for our country. Across the valley, special events are planned along with speakers, flyovers and bagpipes. (KTVB)
2. If you live outside the city limits in Ada County, selling a glass of wine or a mug of beer is unlike anywhere else in Idaho. In Ada County only, 75 percent of neighbors need to agree if a business owner wishes to sell beer or wine and this ordinance has now created a dispute in Eagle. BoiseDev senior reporter Margaret Carmel was present when arguments became heated over a proposed winery hoping to open a tasting room. Commissioners made no decision, opting instead to sending a state commission out to perform "public outreach." (BoiseDev)
3. Boating season has not even started and low water has already closed a local boat ramp. KIVI-TV's Kelsie Rose reports the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Barclay Bay will be closed this summer due to low water. The area will be open for vehicle and trailer parking. (Idaho News 6 Boise Twin Falls)
4. The College of Western Idaho will join with the Boise Hawks for CWI Night at the ballpark on Thursday, June 16. Half the cost of each ticket sold will go to the CWI scholarship fund and two students will be awarded $1,000 scholarships at the game. (Boise Patch)
5. A Boise man will spend at least the next 20 years in prison after sentencing occurred for possessing child pornography, sexual battery and stalking teen girls. CBS2 news staff report Kyle C. Baxter was sentenced Wednesday to 35 years in prison with a minimum of 20 years before he is parole eligible. Baxter stalked teenage girls at numerous parks in Ada County, grabbing one of the girls. When arrested, law enforcement found hundreds of sexually explicit pictures and videos of minors in his possession. (idahonews)

Today in Boise:

• Lovers of local produce and crafts can visit the Meridian Farmer's Market Saturday morning. (9 a.m.)
• Preservation Idaho holds a WalkAbout Boise tour each Saturday looking at the history and architecture of our capital city. The walking tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours and purchasing advance tickets is recommended. (10 a.m.)
• The Nampa First United Methodist Church welcomes the popular Nashville vocal band, New Legacy on Saturday. (10 a.m.)
• Watson's Mystery Cafe and Spirits features Zack Hammond for his Stand-up Up Close and Personal comedy show. (6:30 p.m.)
• The Creative Space in Garden City hosts It's A Conspiracy! Comedy Show Saturday evening. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "Boise State has a reputation of advising record numbers of students who receive Fulbright scholarships. These scholarships send students to international locations for graduate studies, advanced research and university teaching opportunities." (Instagram)
• Idaho Humane Society: "We are hiring! In particular, we haven't received any qualified applications for our Animal Care and Control Dispatch position, so if you know someone, please tag and share! https://idahohumanesociety.org/about/employment/" (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Plan for a cool and unsettled Memorial Day weekend, especially if heading into the mountains. Check the latest forecast if heading outdoors." (Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Due to predicted inclement weather, all four outdoor pools will open on Friday, May 27 and then close for the duration of the weekend from Saturday through Monday. Borah, Fairmont, Ivywild and the Natatorium will reopen Tuesday." (Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Idaho Fish and Game said it killed two mother grizzlies and three yearlings in Island Park after they had gotten used to human food." (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with 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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