🌱 New Boise Bistro + Teacher Rules + Child Kidnapper Sentenced

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Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Boise Daily. Local law enforcement is asking for help after a business found bullets in their wall. A new bistro is open in downtown Boise and ready for early morning hungry patrons. What teachers can say and tape on their walls in the West Ada District is up for discussion, and a California man who drove to Idaho to meet an 11-year-old girl could serve only a few months in prison. Finally, Boise has a large amount of money to spend due to federal pandemic cash.

First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds; warm. High: 93 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. The Boise Police Department is asking the public for help after a bullet was fired through a business on Fairview Avenue in the early morning hours of Sunday. KTVB-TV staff report surveillance video from surrounding businesses show a white car in the area and the sounds of a gunshot. (KTVB.com)
2. Two local cooks have opened a new breakfast bistro in downtown Boise. BoiseDev managing editor Gretchen Parsons writes the Nomad Beverage Company is located on S. Capital Boulevard and W. Fulton Street. The new eatery has both indoor and outdoor seating. (boisedev.com)
3. Teachers in the West Ada School District may soon not be able to ask a student how a recent root canal went or invite a student to speak of their Basque heritage. In addition, history classes will not be able to display political banners from elections 50 years past or decorate a classroom with a "controversial" topic. Boise State Public Radio's Andrew Severance reports the district presented a number of new policies to the school board restricting what can be discussed or shown in a classroom. The new policies come after the state banned discussion of critical race theory. (Boise State Public Radio)
4. A California man who drove to Nampa in 2021, kidnapped an 11-year-old girl and was found in a local motel with the victim may be out of prison this year after completing a retained jurisdiction rider. The East Idaho News carries a story by the Idaho Statesman's Alex Brizee of the sentencing of 20-year-old Brian Sangjoon Lee. Convicted of second-degree kidnapping, Lee could be released on supervision in a little as five months. (eastidahonews)
5. The City of Boise is releasing more than $34 million in federal money received through the program, American Rescue Plan. Boise Patch forwards the press release by the city directing the money go towards housing, childcare, small business help, safety, mental health services and food. (Boise Patch)

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Today in Boise:

• The Household Hazardous Waste collection site for Thursday will be Republic Services located at 11101 W. Executive Drive. (Noon)
• The Citywide Advisory Committee assisting with the City of Boise's rewrite of zoning code meets Thursday afternoon. (3 p.m.)
• Zoo Boise is holding a Wine Safari Thursday complete with wine, appetizers and tours of the animals. (4:30 p.m.)
• Surel's Place presents Ourself Behind Ourself, Concealed, and dancers from LED on Thursday. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Zoo Boise: "Hundreds of butterfly pupas are preparing to emerge and bloom for the summer. You can come frolic with them beginning Wednesday, June 1 when Butterflies in Bloom, a walkthrough greenhouse full of colorful Costa Rican butterflies, opens." (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "While many animals are adopted shortly after they arrive at the shelter, others need a little TLC before they’re ready for adoption… this is where our amazing foster parents come in!" (Facebook)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "Are you a teacher or work in education? Join us June 7 for 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING.' Special sections are reserved for educators (while they last- ACT NOW!) To thank you, your tickets are steeply discounted to $20+ tax. Call 208-336-9221." (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "A wet and cold #Memorial Day weekend is expected. This isn't all that unusual for #Boise. About 35 percent of Memorial Day's see temperatures less then 70 F with 28 percent seeing precipitation." (Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Some very good boys came to the Garden this morning! The Boise Police Department brought three dogs into the Garden for training. The dogs have strong noses that can sniff out dangerous things." (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be back 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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