🌱 No 19-Second Delay + Putter And Beer + Boise Music Week Scam

Happy Wednesday, Boise! Here's everything you need to know going on locally today.

Welcome to the Wednesday edition of the Boise Daily. You may have the neighborhood to yourself if staying put for the upcoming long weekend as Idahoans are taking to the road. If you are on the road and stopped by law enforcement, even a 19-second delay could turn in your favor. A round of mini-golf for Boiseans could be soon and we offer ideas on a new member of the household. Finally, scammers are attempting to grab money from Boise music lovers.

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First, today's weather:

Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 79 Low: 48.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. If you plan on hitting the road for the Memorial Day weekend, you will not be the lone Idahoan out there. CBS2 news staff report AAA is estimating 224,000 residents of Idaho are expected to travel. This number is just a small fraction of the estimated 39.2 million people across the nation expected to travel. (idahonews)
2. Idaho drivers cannot be held while law enforcement calls for a drug dog for even 19 seconds. Boise State Public Radio's James Dawson writes the Idaho Supreme Court recently ruled a 19-second delay of a motorist for the purposes of calling for a drug detection canine is an "unjustified intrustion". (Boise State Public Radio)
3. Boise residents may soon be able to grab a beer and a putter for some relaxation. BoiseDev editor Don Day breaks the news Boise Brew Putt has plans for a mini-golf course in north Boise. Longtime residents will recall Boise had a number of mini-golf courses at one time, including one in Julia Davis Park at the Fun Spot. (boisedev)
4. We told you about the number of Idahoans hitting the road for the long weekend earlier in this newsletter. If you are looking for an extra passenger on your trip, check out these dogs and cats looking for a new home and a road trip. They are available for adoption today. (Boise Patch)
5. Boise Music Week is a great event, covering a number of weeks and offering different types of music at a number of venues. KTVB-TV staff warn organizers are warning patrons scammers are attempting to resell tickets through multiple websites. In truth, tickets for all the events are free. (KTVB)

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Today in Boise:

• With the cost of used vehicles continuing to climb, donations have dwindled to the Idaho Youth Ranch's vehicle sales department. The lot, located at 250 N. Orchard in Boise, is looking for donations and donors are eligible to claim the donated vehicle on taxes. The lot is open every day but Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• The Garden City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a hearing Wednesday. (6:30 p.m.)
• The Timberline High School Choir will hold a Pops Concert Wednesday evening with all invited. (7 p.m.)
• The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights presents a viewing of the film, "The Visitor", Wednesday evening. (7 p.m.)
• Boise Mayor Lauren McLean will present the city's State of the City Address at Boise JUMP Wednesday afternoon. (3 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Idaho Humane Society: "Are you interested in adopting a bunny? We have a few that are ear-resistible! Did you know that rabbits can be potty-trained like cats to live indoors? That's right, you can teach them to use a litterbox!" (Facebook)
• Boise Police Department: "Children in the U.S. die every year from heatstroke after being left in a hot car, and this year we are asking you to help us share the message to “Look Before You Lock." (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Get outside and soak up those rays! Temperatures will remain warm for the region through Wednesday. A cold front coming through on Thursday will bring cooler temperatures, gusty winds, and a chance of precipitation!" (Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "At 10 a.m. on the first Saturday morning of each month, the busy Tap Room at Payette Brewing Company in Boise transforms into something much quieter and more focused." (Instagram)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Try out a variety of adaptive cycles! AdVenture Program - Boise Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation will have upright and recumbent handcycles, upright and recumbent trikes, tandem bikes and trikes." (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. 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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