🌱 Primary Results + Walking 8th Street + Robert Zimmerman Concert

Good morning, neighbors! John Braese here with a fresh edition of the Boise Daily.

Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Boise Daily. Check all of Tuesday's election results with our first story and a Boise man is headed to federal prison. The city has approved a plan for just feet for 8th Street and we have some great new jobs looking for you. Finally, Dylan is coming in June.

First, today's weather:

Cooler with clouds and sun. High: 57 Low: 39.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. Tuesday, May 17 was primary election day across Idaho, including the districts in Boise. For the complete unofficial results, we visited the Idaho Capital Sun as politics is their business. Statewide winners include Brad Little, Debbie Critchfield, and Raul Labrador. Boise area district winners include Codi Galloway, Jackie Davidson, Chuck Winder, and Joe Palmer. Click on the link above for full stories on all of Tuesday's voting returns.
2. A Boise man will spend more than six years in federal prison for receiving up to one-half million dollars in proceeds from his prostitution business. CBS2 news staff report Dannie Carr booked approximately 480 hotel reservations and transported women for purposes of prostitution. (Idaho News)
3. Leave the car keys at home and put on your walking shoes for the future of of 8th Street has been determined. BoiseDev senior reporter Margaret Carmel writes the Boise City Council approved a redesign to to close the street to vehicle traffic and allow businesses on the street to expand their patio business. (boisedev.com)
4. A number of customer service jobs became available this week and Boise Patch has the information for you on how to apply. In addition to customer service, we also suggest those looking for administrative assistant, heavy equipment operators and sales representatives click on the link. (Boise Patch)
5. Bob Dylan, Nobel Prize winner and seller of over 125 million records, is coming to Boise. KTVB-TV staff report the singer/songwriter will make a stop in the capital city on June 28 as part of his "Rough and Rowdy Ways" worldwide tour. (KTVB.com)

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Today in Boise:

• The CAES Energy Policy Institute, based at Boise State University, hosts Power Talks: Economic Opportunities and Challenges for Idaho with Clean Energy. (10 a.m.)
• Wacoal will host a Fit for the Cure Event at the Macy's in Boise Towne Square Thursday morning. (10 a.m.)
• The Section 37 Axe Room in Garden City will hold a ribbon cutting and grand opening Thursday afternoon. (3 p.m.)
• Frank Church High School will hold graduation ceremonies Thursday evening. (6 p.m.)
• The Parks and Recreation Commission for the City of Boise will hold a meeting Thursday. (4 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Visit Boise: "Show a little love for Boise....drop your favorite thing about our city in the comments: @langdon.heath #visitboise #boiseidaho #weloveboise #downtownboise #thisisboise #boiselove" (Instagram)
• Idaho Humane Society: "We’ve had a slow start to our kitten season, but they’re starting to trickle in more and more. If you’re in the market for a kitten, keep an eye on our website to see what we have available." (Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Low pressure system, off the Gulf of Alaska, will bring us breezy conditions and colder temperatures for Thursday. Should see around 20 degree difference between Wed. high and Thurs. high temperature. #spring #idwx #orwx" (Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Have you checked out any of Boise's parks with accessible and inclusive playground elements? We've updated 10 parks in recent years with new playground equipment and bonded rubber surfacing so children and adults of all abilities can play." (Facebook)
• BOISE FARMERS MARKET: "Asparagus is BACK in the online store. If it was sold out when you shopped, you can go back in and add a bunch to your order! https://boisefarmersmarket.loc... or follow the link in our bio! #boisefarmersmar..." (Instagram)

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning 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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