🌱 Vandalism Response + Turkey Recall + Dog Collar Hazing

Welcome back, Boise! Here's everything you need to know to get this Tuesday started off right. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in Boise.

The Boise Daily runs the gamut today from vandalism to ground turkey. The Boise mayor has issued her statement on the recent vandalism to a homeless shelter. We offer a breakdown of the upcoming local elections, and an interesting choice is up for Caldwell mayor. A possible hazing incident involving a local football team has law enforcement busy, and take a look in your refrigerator — some ground turkey sold locally could have plastic pieces.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine and patchy clouds. High: 67 Low: 52.

Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Boise Mayor Lauren McLean has issued a statement regarding a recent act of vandalism at the Boise Interfaith Sanctuary homeless shelter. CBS2 staff recount the mayor's response to vandals placing a red "do not" sign over top of the Interfaith Sanctuary's sign which reads, "You are welcome here." (Idaho News)
2. Are you confused over the upcoming local elections? For the first time, Boise voters will elect council positions by precinct and added to all that confusion, a wastewater bond is also on the ballot. BoiseDev reporter Margaret Carmel breaks down the candidates by precinct and the bond question. (boisedev.com)
3. After convictions on numerous criminal charges and sexual harassment allegations, many struggle to return back to life, rebuilding a career, and holding on to old friends. For John McGee, the transition appears to have gone smoothly as the former Idaho legislator is now running for mayor of Caldwell. KIDO-AM's Mateo has the story of a rapid fall followed by a rapid rise. (kidotalkradio)
4. Eleven members of the Fruitland High School football team are under criminal investigation after reports of hazing involving younger players being tied to a fence and an electric dog collar being used. KTVB-TV staff update the story of this Idaho powerhouse football team. (KTVB)
5. If you have ground turkey in the freezer, you may want to check it. Food & Wine's Alex Loh reports Butterball has issued a recall on 14,000 pounds of ground turkey after reports of plastic pieces were found. The recall involves meat purchased at Fred Meyer stores. (foodandwine)

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Today in Boise:

• Timberline High School will hold a biometric screening for all in the school's gymnasium. (6 a.m.)
• Join Golden Eagle Audubon Society (GEAS) and Boise Parks & Recreation for a volunteer work day at Warm Springs Park. Volunteers will help us with fall maintenance in the garden. Tasks will include pruning, weeding, and planting native shrubs. This important work will help the plants get ready for winter and keep the garden healthy and thriving. (9 a.m.)
• The Idaho Humanities Council sponsors a discussion led by Dr. Sarah Robey entitled "The End of the Cold War and American Culture." (11 a.m.)
• The Boise City Council meets Tuesday at city hall. (6 p.m.)

Boise Fact of the Day

In 2020, 558 million pounds of U.S. turkey was exported.

Boise Patch Notebook

• Boise Parks and Recreation: "How many fall photos of Boise is too many fall photos of Boise?" (Instagram)
• Boise Weekly: "Rick Just’s History Corner: Protest Road. As it turns out, Protest Road is named such because of a protest. Over a road… that road." (Instagram)
• The Archives of Falconry: "Explore this virtual exhibit about the evolution of the Dutch-style hood in America. Read about innovative hoodmakers and examine their hoods in a 360 interactive format. https://falconry.org/virtual_exhibits/falconry_hoods/" (Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Thomas Paul is coming to the Garden this Saturday, Oct. 23! According to The Idaho Statesman he has 'been in more Boise bands than any sane musician should.' With all of that musical expertise, it'll draw a crowd." (Facebook)
• BOISE FARMERS MARKET: "Now is the time to stock up! There are Only TWO BFM Walk-thru farmers markets left. Get your hearty winter vegetables, meats, eggs, frozen entrees, candles, lotions, soaps and more! #boisefarmersmarket #midtownboise #stockup" (Instagram)

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