Good day Boise! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
Before we get to what's happening, a big thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Boise PatchAM possible. Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: TJ @ The Comedy Lounge (August 20-22) and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Lisa M.!
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Charter and online schools continue enrollment boom as Idaho school districts decline (idahonews.com) — Families in Boise should know the Boise School District has lost more than 1,600 students over five years, the steepest decline in Idaho. While charter and online schools surge statewide, local officials say high living costs in the capital are worsening district enrollment drops and straining traditional school budgets, even as Idaho's overall population keeps rising.
2. Overhaul planned for nonprofit facilities at Pierce Park (boisedev.com) — A major upgrade is in the works at Pierce Park Greens in Northwest Boise, where First Tee of Idaho plans new classrooms, year-round training spaces, and a pro shop to expand youth golf programs. With a 50-year lease and a large fundraising campaign ahead, the nonprofit aims to open the new learning and coaching centers by 2028, giving Boise kids more winter and summer opportunities.
3. Boaters squeeze in final late summer trips as Lucky Peak drawdown begins early (kivitv.com) — Boise-area boaters are racing to enjoy Lucky Peak as the reservoir's annual drawdown started about a week early, dropping levels roughly 1.5 feet per day and closing some ramps. Short ramps at Barclay Bay and the Robie ramp are already shut, and the long Barclay Bay ramp may close by week's end, while Turner Gulch reopens Wednesday morning for year-round access.
4. Excomm (August) - PES Chapter of IEEE Boise Section (Monthly) (ieee.org) — Engineers and energy professionals in Boise can plug into the IEEE PES Boise Section's August Executive Committee meeting at the Micron Engineering Center on Manitou Avenue. The group will plan fall events, including a September 21 speaker, senior member activities, a section picnic, and technical programs, while assigning clear action items for local volunteers.
5. Space Robots (boisestatepublicradio.org) — Boise will host visiting scientists this fall for Interplanetary Life – March of the Robots, a space-focused event exploring robotic missions to moons, Mars, and asteroids. Ahead of their arrival, Idaho Matters is spotlighting a different mission scientist each Monday at noon and 8 p.m., inviting local listeners to follow these "space robots" across the universe.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
NEW: Like a shout-out or pic? Click the heart!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Ok Boise! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Boise Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.