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Also on today's calendar: Big Irish Jay Hollingsworth @ The Comedy Lounge (October 8th) and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Fred R.!
Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. 'Surprise and fear': Timberline students react to social media posts under investigation (kivitv.com) — Students at Boise's Timberline High School are reacting with concern after Boise School District confirmed law enforcement is investigating disturbing social media posts involving students. More than 3,000 people have signed a petition demanding accountability and cultural changes, while the district urges anyone with information to contact Boise Police and says support is available for affected families.
2. Idaho's Famous Name-a-Snowplow Contest Is Officially Back (newsradio1310.com) — Ada County residents can now submit clever names for the highway district's snowplows, with entries open through October 9 and limited to local residents. You're encouraged to draw inspiration from Boise State players or winter themes, with finalists chosen by officials and public vote. The piece also highlights Boise's snowiest winters to remind locals what those plows are up against.
3. Spud Daddy, Idaho Potato Commission bring Guinness fry record home (idahopress.com) — Boise just reclaimed the Guinness World Record for largest serving of French fries, with volunteers frying 1,474 pounds of Idaho potatoes at the Idaho Botanical Garden for Potato Days. The fries will be eaten or donated during the festival, giving locals a tasty way to celebrate the state's spud pride.
4. TheGentlemen Ransomware Targets Zelham: Boise-Based Hospitality Renovation Contractor Reportedly Compromised in October 2026 Cyberattack + Video (undercodenews.com) — A reported ransomware attack has allegedly targeted Zelham, a Boise-based hospitality renovation contractor, raising questions about potential data theft and business disruption, though key details remain unverified. The piece stresses that Boise companies like Zelham face growing cyber risks and outlines practical steps any local contractor can take to strengthen defenses and incident response.
5. Airing now in the LC-Valley: (lmtribune.com) — Boise's Salt & Light Catholic Radio, which started here 17 years ago, is expanding its reach across Idaho, including the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley. With Boise chef and deacon Lou Aaron among its on-air voices, the network now uses new AM/FM frequencies to better serve listeners throughout the Boise Diocese's statewide footprint.
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