🌱 New Downtown YMCA Dollars + Boise Holocaust Exhibit + Short Notice

Hello all! I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Boise Patch newsletter, full of all the local news you need to know right now. In this issue, we'll touch on:

• Idaho death row inmates are one step closer to a firing squad.
• A buildable lot in the north end is just one of the properties for sale this week.
• Residents of an entire Boise apartment complex need to be out by Monday.

But first, today's weather: Breezy with a shower. High: 49 Low: 23.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. Some of your East Boise neighbors have been told to move and have less than one week to find new housing. KTVB-TV's Andrew Baertlein reports residents living in the Cambridge Apartments were notified by Commercial Northwest Property Management (CNPM) all leases were terminated and residents must be out by Monday. The letter to renters states the issue is ongoing water and heat problems with the complex. CNPM's own lease agreement states 30 days notice must be provided by both renter and company if a lease is terminated. (KTVB.com)
2. Federal funds have been secured for a new downtown YMCA and add new housing in the area. BoiseDev reporter Autum Robertson writes $4 million in federal money will come from the 2023 Omnibus package that was signed into law last December. The cash will help fund the 2.5 city blocks between State and Jefferson streets and 10th and 12th streets in Boise with a new YMCA facility. An additional 626 housing units with 724 parking spaces spanning four city blocks is also in the plans. The new YMCA will be built on the old Idaho Sporting Goods location. (boisedev.com)
3. Boise State's Albertson Library has been chosen as one of only 50 public and academic libraries to host a traveling exhibit, “Americans and the Holocaust.” The exhibit opens March 22 and will continue through April 26 per information released by Boise State University. The exhibit tells the story of Americans in the 1930s and 1940s handling the refugees, war and genocide taking place during the era. (Boise State University)
4. Just last week, Boise Patch carried the news of an upcoming execution delayed due to lack of chemicals necessary. CBS2 reporter Angela Kerndl reports the Senate Judiciary and Rules committee narrowly passed a bill allowing Idaho to complete executions by firing squad when lethal injection is not available. (idahonews)
5. Spring is the perfect time to start looking at a new home so you can enjoy the summer in your new digs. Boise Patch has information on a three bedroom in Garden City, a buildable lot in the north end and a cute two bedroom also located in the north end. (Boise Patch)

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Today in Boise:

• Everyone is invited to meet and speak with Boise Mayor Lauren McLean and Parks Director Doug Holloway at the Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center Wednesday. (2:00 PM)
• The Boise Public Library hosts Crafternoons Wednesday. (3:00 PM)
• Learn more about the Boise Front virtually and free of charge. (6:00 PM)
• The Garden City Planning and Zoning Committee convenes Wednesday. (6:30 PM)
• The Idaho Steelheads host the Orlando Solar Bears Wednesday evening at Idaho Central Arena. (7:10 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "Boise State University, in partnership with Love Heals Free Clinic and ExtraMile Arena, will host a free dental clinic from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 31 and April 1, @extramilearena." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "At this point we think the atmosphere might have a leaky faucet. More valley rain and mountain snow is on the horizon until we have a break late Wednesday through Saturday." (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Boise Fire Department: "Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Boise Firefighters Local 149 Pipes and Drums." (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "We've been rooting for these greenhouse babies for months now, teaching them positive affirmations like 'I be-leaf in myself' so they get that growth mindset. #idahobotanicalgarden" (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "@treefortfest is next week! Join the Radio Boise crew next Monday from 4-6 p.m. for a little pre-fort happy hour at @broadcastboise, in partnership with @oatly, and start making your Treefort plans!" (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "The extended dog off-leash hours at Sunset Park (2625 N. 32nd St.) come to an end this Wednesday, March 15. Dogs will still be allowed off-leash in the designated area from sunrise to 10 a.m." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another 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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