🌱 Vallow Video + Boise Doggie Daycare + Local Rental Crisis

Morning, friends! I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Boise Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's happening in town. Let's do it.

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Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Boise Daily. A triple murder case, soon to be in Boise, was back in court in eastern Idaho with arguments over confusion of the charges. More of your neighbors are loading up their dogs in the morning to be dropped off at day care, and neighbors and the city council are not agreeing on open space near the airport. New artwork is being publicly shown at our local university, and renting a home in Boise may be worse than known.

First, today's weather:

Hot with clouds and sun. High: 98 Low: 72.

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Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. The law is many times a difficult area to understand. EastIdahoNews reporter Nate Easton was present in the courtroom when the attorney for Lori Vallow argued the charges against his client, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and grand theft by deception, are complicated and that Vallow needs to again be charged. The attorney, John Thomas, is asking the court to reconvene a grand jury to clarify the charges facing his client. In response, prosecuting attorney Rob Wood argued the two charges are connected and there is no need for reconvening a grand jury. Also included in Easton's story is video of Vallow in the court and leaving the hearing. Vallow and her husband, Chad Daybell, are charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder for the deaths of 7-year-old Joshua “JJ” Vallow, 16-year-old Tylee Ryan — two of Lori’s kids — and Chad’s first wife, Tammy Daybell. The Daybells have pleaded not guilty to all crimes. (eastidahonews)
2. For a number of Boise residents, a few stops on the way to the office in the morning involves grabbing a coffee and dropping off Fido at day care. KTVB reports the interest in dog day care is growing in Boise and is most popular among millennials and empty nesters. The day cares offer your pooch a chance to socialize and get some exercise while you are slaving away at your desk. (KTVB.com)
3. Against the wishes of residents stating their wells are already running dry, the Boise City Council approved the rezoning of 75.5 acres of open land near the Boise Airport. CBS2's Angela Kerndl writes the land was approved to "light industrial," but exactly what will be built on the parcel is still not known. In response, the South Cole Neighborhood Alliance is in the process of collecting signatures now for a 2023 ballot initiative. If passed, the city would be forced to go before voters first for the rezoning of parks or open space. (Idaho News)
4. Former students of Boise State University have a chance to relive the past while fans of Mexican culture also have the opportunity to delve back into ancestral Mexican life. Boise Patch and Boise State University announced two new art exhibits in the campus Student Union Building. The first takes visitors on a walk back through Boise State history using photographs and other materials from the university’s archives. The second features works by Marianna Jimenez Edwards, a Mexican American artist whose work is a combination of mixed media. (Boise Patch)
5. The cost of renting a place in Boise has gone up 40 percent since the pandemic started. Boise State Public Radio's Hannah Gardoski and Samantha Wright take 15 minutes and interview leaders of Jesse Tree, an organization working to keep Idaho residents housed. The interview focuses on housing becoming increasingly out of reach for many Idaho residents and the problem may be worse than many realize. (Boise State Public Radio)

Today in Boise:

• The Bernardine Quinn Riverside Park offers a Pollinator and Firewise Tour Thursday offering participants a chance to learn about the plants and pollinators found in the park. (11 a.m.)
• For those looking for a new method to get to work in Boise, stop by Julia Davis Park on Thursday for a free lunch and information on commuter alternatives. (Noon)
• The Student Recreation Center of Boise State University is invited students to attend Thursday a party introducing the activities available this year. Food, yard games, raffle prizes and more will be available. (3 p.m.)
• The Gem Center for the Arts sponsors Third Thursday, a chance to meet resident artists, musicians, and podcasters in their studio on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors. (6 p.m.)
• Billy Idol will be on stage for the Boise Open Concert Thursday. Proceeds benefit the Idaho Humane Society Adoption Center. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Police Department: "Today is the first day of school for many kids in Boise! We’ll be keeping an eye on school zones and neighborhoods to make sure anyone walking, biking or riding the bus to class stays safe." (Boise Police Department via Facebook)
• #BoiseBucketList: "Mark your calendar! @westernidfair is here! Summer's biggest event in Idaho is starting Aug. 19, enjoy everything from a carnival, concerts, competitions, concessions, more." (#BoiseBucketList via Instagram)
• Boise Fire Department: "Celebrating our people at Employee Appreciation Day. It’s always a fun time when we can get together! #employeeappreciation #boisefire #BFDMissionStrong" (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• Studio Boise Photo Center: "August shoot out is next week! Free event open to all ages. :) 1950s/ old Hollywood theme — but dress however you want! Photographers — come meet models, models shoot with some new photographers!" (Studio Boise Photo Center via Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "What a cool line up! Tickets are on sale at hermitmusicfest.com" (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Zoo Boise: "Throwback — Enjoy Magellanic penguin Milo’s first enrichment experience with bubbles!" (Zoo Boise via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. 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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