🌱 Pedestrian Killed + Vallow/Daybell Update + Givens Collapse

Hello all. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Boise Daily, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally. In today's briefing, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Interested in maybe purchasing a new home for 2023? Take a look at five new homes on the market right here in Boise.
• The board looking at urban renewal in Boise may soon have two new members.
• A collapse of a roof at a popular hot springs sent seven people to the hospital.

But first, today's weather:

A couple of afternoon showers. High: 43 Low: 30.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Meridian man is dead after he was hit and killed while running on I-84 Saturday. KIVI-TV's Jake Garcia reports the unidentified 32-year-old man was seen running on the interstate when he was hit by Buick Enclave and a semi truck. He was pronounced dead at the scene. (KIVI)
2. Monday is time to catch up with the latest on the Lori Vallow Daybell/Chad Daybell case. EastIdahoNews reporter Nate Eaton reports in recently filed documents, lawyers for Vallow Daybell said she will not use mental health as a defense. The joint trial for both defendants is scheduled to begin in Boise April 3 and is expected to take up to 10 weeks. (eastidahonews)
3. Seven people were taken to the hospital after the roof at Givens Hot Springs collapsed on Saturday. KTVB-TV's Jude Binkley reports several people were in the popular Treasure Valley pool when the roof gave way. (KTVB)
4. Boise Patch presents five new properties in the Boise market just for you. (Boise Patch)
5. If the Boise City Council approves, two Boise residents will join the Capital City Development Corp. board of commissioners. BoiseDev editor Don Day writes city council president pro tem Holli Woodings and Idaho First Bank President Todd Cooper have been nominated to fill two open slots. The pair would replace Dana Zuckerman whose term expired this fall and former mayor Dave Bieter who resigned on the board that oversees the city’s urban renewal agency. (boisedev)

Today in Boise:

• Meet new friends at the Hot Cocoa Social held by the Boise State University Recreation Center. (11:00 AM)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Monday is Meridian Republic Services. (Noon)
• The Garden City Council will meet Monday evening. (6:00 PM)
• The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Boise meets Monday. (6:00 PM)
• The Community Center of Boise Book Club discusses the novel 10 Steps to Nanette by Hannah Gadsby Monday. (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Storms will bring valley rain and mountain snow through early Wednesday. The strongest system is expected Monday through Tuesday. Here's a look at potential snow and rain (liquid equivalent in the mountains) amounts through Wed AM." (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Ever take too many catnaps and feel like you're a day behind? Happy #Caturday! : ZooTeen Ethan" (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Radio Boise's Hi-Fi Society > high society. Monthly or one-time gifts totaling $500, $1,000, $2,500 or $5,000 annually get you into the Hi-Fi Society, and you can become a member at any time." (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Hive: "Live at the Hive with RATNE and CALVIN PINEDA Broadcasting from historic Boise Hive in Boise, ID" (Boise Hive via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Starting Jan. 14, "Jazz and the American Spirit" will replace locally-hosted "Jazz Conversations" with Troy Oppie. Ahead of the program change, Oppie spoke with Rupert about his show and what he likes to do with his hour of radio each week." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new 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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