🌱 Problem Educators + Vaccinated Boise Employees + Great Trees

Welcome back, Boise! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in Boise today.

With the snow and ice and cold temperatures here, the Boise School District has some helpful hints for keeping the little ones safe. The City of Boise and the Boise Art Museum have haggled over the lease of the art museum building for years and now, the problem is coming to a head. If you wish to work for the city, vaccinations are a must very soon. The state has taken action against over two dozen educators for a number of problems this year, and we offer 30 great Christmas trees for your enjoyment.

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Times of sun and clouds. High: 37 Low: 21.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. We just have a few days until the kids grab those special days off for the holiday break. With the winter weather now in place, the Boise School District is sending out some helpful tips on keeping students safe before and after the break. (Boise Patch)
2. The City of Boise staff have been ordered to withhold any financial support to the Boise Art Museum. The move comes, according to BoiseDev senior reporter Margaret Carmel, after the two sides failed to come to a lease agreement on the museum's building. The city recently standardized its lease policy for nonprofits, an amount the museum in unwilling to fork over until an appraisal on the building is completed. (boisedev.com)
3. Staying with city government news, if you wish to be an employee of the city, you will need to be vaccinated. CBS2 news staff report starting Jan 3, 2022, the City of Boise will be requiring COVID-19 vaccines from all newly hired employees. (Idaho News)
4. Some committed a felony. Others had sexual conduct with a minor. Still others had a substance abuse issue while on the job. IdahoEdNews reporter Kyle Pfannenstiel looks at the over two dozen educators disciplined last year around the state. (idahoednews)
5. Here is the perfect idea for the weekend. LITE-FM's Michelle Heart provides a list of 30 Christmas trees in and around Boise that are unique, spectacular and a credit to decorating. (liteonline.com)

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Today in Boise:

• Capital High School will host Rocky Mountain High School for a girls varsity basketball game on Friday evening. (7:30 p.m.)
• Eric Garcia, the Boise Phil Orchestra, and the talented Boise Phil Master Chorale take the stage with our distinguished guest soloists to perform Handel's Messiah on Friday. (8 p.m.)
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Friday is the Waste Collection Facility located at 10300 Seamans Gulch Road. (Noon)
• The Creative Space is holding a Comedy Christmas Show Friday evening. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Idaho Humane Society: "Our pups are excited that Mrs. Claws and Mr. Santa Paws will be visiting next week! Have you done all your Christmas shopping? Maybe you're considering adopting a pet as a present?" (Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Snow day at Hyatt Hidden Lakes." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Ready for more snow? A winter system will push into the region this evening with snow showers lingering through the morning. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for most areas — use caution especially on the evening and morning commute." (Facebook)
• Downtown Boise Association: "Need a gift idea? How about a Downtown Boise gift card! Accepted at 230+ Downtown Boise businesses. You choose the amount, and they choose the place(s) they want to enjoy. Click the link in our bio or visit downtownboise.org/gc." (Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, The Legends: "Looking for an insulated dog/cat house that you no longer need or someone that can whip one up quickly. Thank you!" (Nextdoor)

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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.