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Coming up on the Boise Patch calendar: Caitlin Peluffo @ The Comedy Lounge (September 10th)

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Good morning Boise! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Boise's airport tower was evacuated without grounding your flight
  • Zoo Boise says goodbye to one of its most iconic residents
  • Planning for retirement or caregiving? See what Boise's Senior Expo offers.

Also on today's calendar: Caitlin Peluffo @ The Comedy Lounge (September 10th) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the fish blush ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 50.
  • Wednesday: Partly to mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Smoke odor prompts Boise Airport control tower evacuation (ktvb.com) — Boise travelers should know that the Boise Airport control tower was briefly evacuated Sunday after a smoke odor was reported, but flights continued without major delays. Officials say there's no sign of an active fire, and the FAA is investigating the source. Passengers are urged to monitor airline apps or websites for any updated flight information.
   

2. Zoo Boise mourns 'beloved' sarus crane (ktvb.com) — Zoo Boise is mourning Claudia, a 37-year-old sarus crane who delighted local visitors with her dancing and calls for two decades. She far outlived the species' typical wild lifespan, and officials are conducting tests to determine her cause of death. Staff say she'll be deeply missed by the Boise community who came to know her.
   

3. Senior Lifestyle Expo on October 4, 2026 (businessdailynetwork.com) — Boise seniors and their families can explore health, housing, travel, and lifestyle resources at the free Senior Lifestyle Expo on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Expo Idaho's Center Hall. With complimentary admission and parking, the event runs from noon to 6 p.m. and features educational booths, giveaways, and services tailored to Idaho's older adults.
   

4. Boise's Humpin' Hannah's Pays $100 a Week for Beer Pong Tourney (983thesnake.com) — Downtown Boise's Humpin' Hannah's is turning Wednesday nights into a weekly competition, hosting a free-to-enter beer pong tournament with a $100 cash prize for the winning team. Games start at 10 p.m., use water instead of beer, and are open to anyone 21 and over, with drink specials and live music keeping the night lively.
   

5. Riders finish the Idaho Smoke and Fire despite weather challenges (kivitv.com) — Endurance cyclists recently tackled the 425-mile Idaho Smoke and Fire route that starts and finishes in Boise, climbing 50,000 feet through rugged country and returning to Hyde Park. Riders battled heavy rain, thunderstorms, wildlife, and dead batteries, yet still finished to late-night cheers from supporters, highlighting both the challenge and community spirit around this Boise-centered adventure.
   

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    A dog who went missing in Garden City, ID, has been safely reunited with their family after 3 hours, 13 minutes. More details here https://www… (Nextdoor Liberty Park)
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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: It saw the ocean's bottom! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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