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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Western Idaho Fair is set to reopen with 'new-and-improved' attractions, featuring traditional fair staples like tents and food fryers.  Idaho Press

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Boise wildland firefighter is critically injured by a falling tree and is hospitalized in Spokane, Washington.  Idaho Press

CRIME NEWS

  • The actor who played the Green Power Ranger was arrested for shoving an elderly man in Nampa after a parking lot dispute.  KIDO
  • Boise's Office of Police Accountability concluded its investigation on the shooting of Payton Wasson during a deadly police pursuit in downtown Boise.  Idaho Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Owyhee Elementary in Boise will close and transition into an early learning center after its final year serving K-6 students.  Idaho Press

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Farmers' Almanac predicts a mixed winter for Idaho and the Pacific Northwest, with a major snowstorm possible in February.  KIDO

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Idaho Supreme Court rejected Attorney General Raúl Labrador's challenge against the Open Primaries initiative based on procedure.  Idaho Press
  • The Idaho Supreme Court ruled that developers cannot challenge the state's decision to revoke the sale of the vacant Idaho Transportation Department campus.  Idaho Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Live Music with Rob Harding & Tim Green

    Experience a delightful evening of live music featuring guitarist Rob Harding and bassist Tim Green at Chandlers Prime Steaks & Fine Seafood.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Osees Concert at Treefort Music Hall

    Experience an all-ages performance by Osees with special guests at the Treefort Music Hall.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Tim Green – Live Solo Piano Performance

    Experience an evening of serene solo piano music performed by Tim Green at one of Boise's finest dining venues.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • An Evening of Solo Piano by Chuck Smith

    Experience an enchanting evening of live solo piano music at Chandlers Prime Steaks & Fine Seafood, enhancing your dining experience with beautiful melodies.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Scalp Micropigmentation 2-Day Training in Boise, ID

    Learn the specialized skills of scalp micropigmentation in this comprehensive two-day training course that combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Hyde Park Street Fair 2024

    Experience Boise's unique arts and music festival featuring local vendors, food, and entertainment in a beautiful park setting.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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