Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of August.
Good morning, Boise.
🏘️ Community
Saturday morning in Meridian, organizers of the Idaho Patriot Thunder ride donated $43,500 to the 366th Fighter Wing’s Operation Warmheart and the Idaho Guard and Family Support Fund, boosting aid for military families — the charity event will return on Jun.
27, 2027.
The Horse and Halo, with Latah County Sheriff’s Office, is asking local rescues and landowners to find homes for 65 seized horses by Aug.
28 as the mainly Morgan herd has improved and now needs ongoing veterinary care. Those with acreage or facilities should offer help.
🌲 Environment
Two major wildfires have led Idaho Fish and Game to enforce temporary closures in parts of southwest Idaho hunting country.
Hunters should check closures, as the Big Grass Fire region (closed until Aug. 20) and the Tartar Fire area near Weiser (closed until Aug. 24) remain affected.
🏛️ Government
Nampa’s Garrity Boulevard reopened after city crews repaired a ruptured 16-inch water main.
Crews replaced 550 ft of pipe + 1,800 tons of asphalt on Tuesday, allowing full traffic flow near I-84.
🏈 Sports
At a board meeting, Boise State officials reported the athletic department faces a budget deficit expected to rise to $18 million this fiscal year due to extra athlete payments and costs from joining the Pac-12.
They plan to cover the gap with existing reserves.
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