Good morning Idaho City! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Could Idaho City replace its police force with county deputies?
Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, with a high of 93 and low of 61 degrees.
🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Partly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 101, low: 61.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and very hot, with a high of 101 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 'An extreme challenge': Idaho City weighs new policing options (ktvb.com) — Idaho City leaders are weighing whether to disband their small police force and contract with the Boise County Sheriff’s Office, a move estimated at about $180,000 a year. Facing staffing, equipment, and 24/7 coverage challenges, the city council is seeking a detailed contract proposal that could reshape how local law enforcement is provided to residents.

📸 Around Idaho City
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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday July 15
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GV School Board Budget hearing and Regular meeting
Garden Valley District #71
Garden Valley, ID 83622
6:00 pm
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GV School Board Meeting
Garden Valley District #71
Garden Valley, ID 83622
6:00 pm
Thursday July 16
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BOMA Idaho Summer Social is July 16th! →
Alturas Homes, 250 E Eagles Gate Dr Ste 320, Eagle
4:00 pm
Friday July 17
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208 Tattoo Fest →
Stadium at Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Boise
7:30 pm
Saturday July 18
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Eagle Saturday Market →
Heritage Park, 185 E State St, Eagle
9:00 am
Sunday July 19
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AJ Lee & Blue Summit →
Shrine Social Club, 1118 W Idaho St, Boise
7:30 pm
Tuesday July 21
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Annual Raft Trip – July 21, 2026 →
Cascade Raft & Kayak, 7050 ID-55, Horseshoe Bend
11:00 am
Saturday July 25
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We Provide Powerful Marketing Opportunities →
Gem County Fairgrounds Park and Ride, 2015 S Johns Ave, Emmett
2:00 pm
Monday July 27
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Raccoon Roots at The Springs →
The Springs, 3742 ID-21, Idaho City
7:00 pm
Tuesday July 28
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Annual Raft Trip – July 28, 2026 →
Cascade Raft & Kayak, 7050 ID-55, Horseshoe Bend
11:00 am
Thursday July 30
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Black Canyon Stock Show & Rodeo →
Gem County Fairgrounds Park and Ride, 2015 S Johns Ave, Emmett
7:00 pm
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SIX FEET UNDER, SLOWHOLE, TEXAS KETAMINE, SKIN CUSHION →
The Shredder, 430 S 10th St, Boise
7:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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SBM Management posted a job opening for Custodian in Boise. Apply here.
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Lithia Motors, Inc. posted a job opening for Service Porter in Boise. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Idaho City here.
🗞 Nearby News
Garden City
- Idaho abortion rights initiative qualifies for November ballot; medical cannabis measure fails (idahonews.com)
Boise
- Firefighters rescue two people stranded in tree along Boise River (kivitv.com)
- Boise State tested Idaho's new hiring process for presidents. It got mixed reviews (idahostatesman.com)
- City Of Boise Shares Safety Tips After Recent Greenbelt Crimes (kidotalkradio.com)
Ok Idaho City! 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: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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