🌱 Micron Announcement + Boise Record Heat + Dog Friendly Places

Hi all. I'm back with your fresh edition of the Boise Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's get this Friday started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days.

The Boise Daily reader question for today is for dog lovers only. Where is your favorite place in Boise to take Fido out for some fun and exercise? Let us know by responding to john.braese@patch.com.

You made it to the end of another work week and here is the Friday edition of the Boise Daily. Micron announced some big news Thursday morning to the tune of $15 billion and a former Idaho legislator will see the inside of prison for at least 8 years. The head of the Boise Police will not face charges and our air conditioners have worked overtime this summer. Finally, take a look at the list of places your dog is welcome.

First, today's weather:

Record-tying temperatures. High: 101 Low: 70.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Boise-based Micron has decided to stay home. BoiseDev editor Don Day reports the company announced Thursday morning plans to build a $15 billion manufacturing plant in Boise. The fabrication plant, the first built in the U.S. in 20 years, will produce chips for devices like cell phones and computers. Once completed, the plant will employ 2,000 "direct" jobs in addition to other companies hired to support the facility. The announcement came after Micron will receive federal tax support under the recently signed CHIPS and Science Act and also after the State of Idaho placed a permanent cap on its property tax liability in the state. (boisedev.com)
2. Former Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger will be trading his seat in the Idaho Legislature for a prison cell after his sentencing on Wednesday. The Idaho Capital Sun's Kelcie Mosely-Morris was present as the former Republican lawmaker was ordered to spend a minimum of 8 years in prison with a maximum sentence of 20 years for his conviction of rape involving a legislative intern. Von Ehlinger will also be required to register as a sex offender and is not to have contact with the victim until at least 2055. Prosecutors had asked for a 40-year sentence while the defense requested a 180-day retained jurisdiction followed by supervision. (idahocapitalsun)
3. Boise Police Chief Ryan Lee will not face charges after an Idaho State Police investigation found allegations that Lee injured an officer while demonstrating two types of hold techniques on the officer did not meet the criteria for criminal charges. KTVB-TV staff report the officer, Sgt. Kirk Rush, filed a tort claim against the city claiming his neck was broken by Lee during the incident. Due to a conflict of interest, the investigation was moved to the Clearwater County Prosecutor's Office. The status of Rush's possible lawsuit against the city is unclear. (ktvb)
4. Boise ended the month of August the way it started... hot! CBS2 news staff report the final day of August hit 106 degrees. The heat marked 23 days of 100 degrees or warmer for our summer, an all-time record. Keep the sunscreen out as the forecast is again calling for temperatures to remain above average into next week. Remember, it is a dry heat so we can't complain. (idahonews)
5. Boise residents love their dogs. From our dog parks to a run in the foothills, canine family members are a big part of life in Boise. FromBoise's Marissa provides a list of dog friendly businesses around Boise so Fido can accompany you to grab a coffee, get a beer after work, or even step out for dinner. (fromboise)

Today in Boise:

• The 31st Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic continues Friday morning with a launch. (7:15 a.m.)
• After you catch the balloons, celebrate International Bacon Day at Boise's Bacon restaurant. With five kinds of bacon and a Bacon Bloody Mary, the day will be celebrated with bacon all day. (8 a.m.)
• The Boise Public Library! hosts a meeting of the Lego Club Friday. (4 p.m.)
• Are we being visited by aliens? And if so, what can we expect from beings from another planet? Matthew Pasek, professor in the Department of Geosciences at Southern Florida University, leads a discussion revolving around what we might expect of alien life — its chemistry, its environment, its advancement — and why we might expect those things. The seminar occurs at the Boise State Recreation Center. (6:30 p.m.)
• The Boise Little Theater holds a performance of "Twelfth Night" Friday evening. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "***NEW RECORDS SET*** Yikes, it was hot today. We broke and/or tied eight new Daily High Temperature Records for today, Aug. 31, at our climate sites in southeast Oregon and southwest Idaho. #IDwx #ORwx" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "The snow leopards won’t be in their home this week because staff needs to make some necessary repairs to their habitat. They will be in a private part of the zoo, having a staycation packed with lots of fun enrichment for them to enjoy." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "Reminder, September time shift! Our show start time shifts earlier Tuesday through Saturday in September. Join us for THE 39 STEPS at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday- Saturday, and the usual 7 p.m. Sundays." (Idaho Shakespeare Festival via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "The Federal Trade Commission is suing Sandpoint, Idaho-based Kochava, alleging its digital tracking data service can identify people visiting sensitive places, like religious spaces or medical offices offering reproductive health care." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Peaceful Belly Farm is committed to growing the most wholesome food for southern Idaho. They specialize in growing hand-raised vegetables, herbs, flowers, and berries." (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you around!

— 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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