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🌱 Patch AM: Why is Boise’s school district shrinking while Idaho keeps growing?

Also check out TJ @ The Comedy Lounge (August 20-22) on the Boise Patch calendar

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Good day Boise! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why is Boise's school district shrinking while Idaho keeps growing?
  • How a Boise golf course could transform youth programs by 2028
  • Which Lucky Peak boat ramps Boise boaters can still use this week

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!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 97 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 68.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very hot, with a high of 100 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

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.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • To all the firefighters and their families, to those that support them with food, supplies, healthcare, etc.
    BOISE THANKS YOU!!! Like the fire in 1996 the Claremont fire is a stark reminder of what a fragile ecosystem and balance with nature we live with… (Nextdoor Central Foothills)
  • Miso came home!!!
    We believe she was stuck in a tree but one meow outside our door, we knew it was her. She is safe and unharmed, just hungry and thirsty. I appreciate… (Nextdoor Linda Vista-Kimball-Dalton)
  • Treasure Valley Family YMCA posted a job opening for Recreational Swim Team Assistant Coach - West Boise YMCA in Boise. Apply here.
  • Nordstrom posted a job opening for Seasonal & Regular Early Morning Stock, Customer Service, & Sales Floor Support - Boise Town Plaza Rack in Boise. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Boise here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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