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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.

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Design Boise's New Library Card

The City of Boise is inviting artists to design new library card designs with a projected budget of $500 per finalist.

Design Boise's New Library Card
Boise|News|

Wells Fargo Closing Personal Lines Of Credit

A report from CNBC states the bank is shutting down all current lines of credit and will not offer the lending product in the future.

Wells Fargo Closing Personal Lines Of Credit
Boise|News|

Two Boise Pools Needing Major Repairs

A report shows South and Lowell have a large number of deficiencies and will need $2.4 million in repairs for each pool.

Two Boise Pools Needing Major Repairs
Boise|News|

ISP Needing Assistance In ID Of This Person

The Idaho State Police is asking the public's help in identifying a young man possible having information on a vehicle crash in Boise.

ISP Needing Assistance In ID Of This Person
Boise|News|

Crime Falls In 2020 For Ada County

Even with the downturn in the overall rate, prostitution and extortion skyrocketed last year.

Crime Falls In 2020 For Ada County