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Registration opens for recently renamed Tobin Bolter Memorial Kids’ Duathlon
BOISE, Idaho — In April, Ada County Deputy Tobin Bolter was killed in the line of duty, and the community came together to honor him throughout the Treasure Valley. Tuesday marks the official registration opening for the recently named Tobin Bolter Memorial Kids’ Duathlon, which was previously known as the Ada Counties Kids' Duathlon. The event will continue to have a 250-participant cap, so officials urge the public to register soon.
Cities, agencies warn of fireworks hazards entering Fourth of July
Local public safety agencies have been gearing up for the Fourth of July, with a number of them sending out safety tips and advisories over the past week regarding fireworks entering Thursday’s holiday. All are preparing for the Fourth, an annual rite of passage celebrating America’s Declaration of Independence in 1776 and typically featuring outdoor celebrations, barbecues and plenty of fireworks being set off to commemorate the occasion. The city...
Boise State Roster Countdown 2024: Day 60, Spencer Gieg
Last day of the 60s! I’m just pleased as punch with how fast this countdown is going. High school: Valley Christian High School (CA) It’s hard to say, as there is very little information able to be found out there. It appears that he joined the roster as a walk-on in 2022 after fielding some interest from some smaller schools.
Civil engineering students land first national placement at industry competition
The Boise State American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) chapter made its first appearance at the 2024 ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championships a successful one. Seven undergraduate students from the College of Engineering traveled to Provo, Utah, finishing third in the nation with multiple category awards. The team’s Waterfront Revitalization...
Nonprofit celebrates 75 years of community building through football
This year, Optimist Youth Football will be celebrating its 75th anniversary. As a nonprofit, the organization has helped to coach more than 70,000 young athletes, and this month they'll be adding to that number as they kick off their Kids Skills Camp. Jerrone Moore, president of Optimist Youth Football, joined...
Moscow Police Department Participates in Statewide Impaired Driving Mobilization
This Independence Day, the Moscow Police Department is teaming up with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) to prevent impaired driving. July 3rd – 10th, law enforcement agencies statewide will dedicate resources to stop drivers under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The 4th of July travel period comes during the 100 Deadliest Days on Idaho roads, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. According to OHS data, 31 people have been killed in crashes in Idaho since Memorial Day this year.
New upgrades available on Qualtrics
The Office of Information Technology upgraded the Boise State Qualtrics survey software with several new and advanced features, including an offline survey option (using the Offline Mobile App), enhanced analysis tools and more. This upgrade will improve the user experience while maintaining the familiar functionality of taking or building surveys like before.
Geis seated on national forensic committee
Boise’s Leo Geis has been seated on a federal NIST Forensic Sciences Committee on digital imaging. NIST provides expertise in science enhancing the U.S. economic competitive posture and integrity. Geis’ foci include admissibility and veracity of visual evidence; his expertise includes optics, ocular physiology and neurology, and other photonic...
Inside The Highlander: Boise's only year-round rooftop bar
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Located inside Hotel Renegade, The Highlander says they're the only rooftop bar in Boise to offer year-round service. "There are several rooftop bars that deliver great cocktails and great food, but eight floors up with the amount of views and capacity that we're able to hold kind of separates us from everybody else," said beverage operations manager for Hotel Renegade, Forrest Ostrander. "The Highlander is a craft cocktail bar and lounge with a 180-degree wraparound rooftop terrace patio that oversees the Owyhee Mountain Range, the Boise Foothills and the downtown's landscape of Boise itself."
LCSC Graphic Communications Program Named 'Exemplary' by State CTE Division
LEWISTON - The Idaho Division of Career Technical Education recently recognized the Lewis-Clark State College graphic communications program as its 2024 postsecondary exemplary program. Assistant professor, Sam Coulter, and associate professor, Andy Tuschhoff, will accept the award on behalf of the program during the annual Connect Conference later this summer.
Burn ban issued for Celebration Park in Canyon County
Canyon County’s Parks, Cultural & Natural Resources Department has issued a fire ban for Celebration Park, effective until further notice. The ban went into effect Monday and applies to campfires, fires in designated fire pits or portable fire pits, pallet fires, rock ring fires and charcoal grills, according to a Canyon County news release. Propane camp stoves will still be allowed while the ban is in effect, the release says. Extreme fire danger persists at Martin’s Landing Campground, prompting the county to impose the burn ban. Violators will be cited, the release says.
Fourth of July Parade in the Magic Valley Changes Route this Year
Fourth of July is fast approaching, and that means it is time to get things prepared. It is time to buy fireworks, time to get food, and time to figure out plans for the holiday. It also means coming up with a plan for the Sagebrush Days Parade happening in Buhl, which takes place every Fourth of July. The parade is a tradition for many families and is one of the best parades that takes place all year, but this year, the parade will be a little different, and if you aren't aware of the changes, you might miss the parade altogether.
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