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Good morning. Two Boise parks will allow dogs to roam off-leash starting next week, we have the details. Plus, an update on Ada County’s Animal Control Ordinance.

• Today: 57° 🌤 Partly sunny.
• Weekend: This weekend is expected to be partly sunny with a high of 57° on Saturday and 58° on Sunday.

First Up Today

Update: Changes to Ada County’s Animal Control Ordinance

Earlier this week we told readers about Ada County reworking its animal control ordinance and this morning we have an update.
Margaret Carmel attended a meeting with county commissioners and the Idaho Humane Society and got the specifics on the updated version.
One of the key pieces involves defining what constitutes a dangerous dog. The current statute says any dog that approaches someone with “an apparent attitude of attack” can be classified by the Idaho Humane Society as dangerous, which then leads to the dog being euthanized. The new proposed rules define dangerous dogs as an animal that has bitten another dog or a person. If a bite occurs and it is reported, then the owner can either go through a state court process or through an administrative hearing through the Idaho Humane Society depending on the nature of the injury. 
At the hearing, the circumstances of the attack, the dog’s nature, past incidents and whether the bite was provoked will be discussed before coming to a decision. The new ordinance proposes allowing dangerous dogs to be kept in Ada County, as long as they are following certain regulations and are subject to regular inspections. This could include the posting of dangerous dog signs, muzzling on walks, locked gates and other requirements to keep the dog from hurting others. If an owner doesn’t like the decision, it can be appealed in Ada County through the court system for a second opinion under the new ordinance. 
Ada County plans to continue public outreach on the ordinance before making a final decision on November 29. 
You can read a more in-depth version of this story, including other changes in the ordinance, on BoiseDev.
Speaking of dogs, next week, furry friends will be welcomed back into select Boise parks.
Boise Parks and Rec’s off-leash dog program starts Tuesday, November 1 at Ann Morrison Park and Optimist Youth Sports Complex. Dogs are free to roam off-leash from sunrise to sunset at both parks except on the Boise River Greenbelt paths, parking lots, roads and playgrounds.
The program begins annually when fall sports leagues wrap up and will go through February 28, 2023.
Together Treasure Valley Dog Island at Ann Morrison Park will remain open all winter but seasonal drawdown at the pond has started. Also, as temperatures drop, the pond can get icy and create unsafe conditions. People are urged to be careful with their pets around the banks.

The NUTmobile is coming to town

Keep your eyes peeled this weekend for a giant peanut on wheels!

Planters brand NUTmobile, pictured above, is traveling the country and will make stops in the Treasure Valley.

The nutty ride is piloted by a team of three Peanutters – Shell-exa, CrunchTime Kev, and Groundnut Grace. During their stops this weekend, the team will give tours of their unique ride and pass out samples.

“Their main goal is to bring joy to communities on their east to west nut crackin’ fest,” a news release said. 

Below is their scheduled stops:

• Saturday, October 29: Trunk or Treat River Valley Church 1115 N Garden St, Boise, ID, from 6-8 p.m.​
• Sunday, October 30: Wahooz Family Fun Zone 1385 S Blue Marlin Ln, Meridian, ID, from 2-4 p.m.​
• Sunday, October 30: Halloween Sunday FUNday Mother Earth Tap House – Boise, 406 S 3rd St., Boise, ID, from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Monday, October 31: The Haunted World 20031 Northside Blvd, Caldwell, ID, at 8:30 p.m.

Happening Today

• Fuel-Up Friday: The average cost for a gallon of regular gas in Ada County is $4.33, two cents less than last week. The national average is $3.76 per gallon, eight cents less than last week.
• ⛷Sun Valley: Sun Valley Resort announced it will open for the season on Thanksgiving Day.
• Mobile Voting: Ada County’s Mobile Voting Center will be at the Star Library on State Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today.
• BSU Game: The Boise State Broncos take on the Colorado State Rams Saturday at Albertsons Stadium. Kickoff is at 5 p.m. You can watch the game on Fox Sports 1.

BoiseDev Reports

Mobile game app takes first place in Cybersecurity Pitch Competition

A team of University of Idaho students won the cybersecurity pitch competition at Boise Entrepreneur Week and took home $12,000. Check out their venture idea on BoiseDev.

Boise Entrepreneur Week discussion focuses on urban farming & sustainability

Farming was among the panel discussions at Boise Entrepreneur Week. Local farmer Nick Crabbs led a discussion about how he generates money from his farm. Autum Robertson was in attendance and has more on the different ways Crabbs makes money.

Boise counts bike parking space in apartments towards 60-bike parking requirement at downtown building

A resident at Thomas Logan Apartments filed a complaint with the city over the number of bike parking spaces the complex has. Find out why Boise dismissed his complaint from Margaret Carmel.

Governor Little leads higher education panel at Boise Entrepreneur Week

Governor Little was joined by presidents of Idaho colleges and universities to discuss the state of education in Idaho. Scholarships and affordability are some of the topics that came up. Read the highlights from the discussion on BoiseDev.

It’s Boise Entrepreneur Week! Here are a few highlights for today. Get details and more in our event guide.

• Meta and Kuna: How We’re Building The Metaverse in Idaho
  • 10:15am-11:15am, JUMP – Inspire room (4th floor)
  • The pitch: Meta’s community manager for the Western U.S. will walk you through the Kuna data center’s anticipated economic impact to the region, the company’s sustainability and water stewardship goals, and give you a preview of the future of social connection: virtual reality, augmented reality, and the artificial intelligence that powers the Metaverse.
  • Featuring: William Marks
• Looking into the Crystal Ball – What Does Boise’s Sustainable Future Look Like?
  • 12:45pm-1:30pm, JUMP – The Loft
  • Boise is fertile ground for entrepreneurs interested in developing green services and technologies. While Boise’s quality of life and environmental and social amenities are the main attraction for these “ecopreneurs,” supporting institutions and organizations are vital to facilitating green business opportunities.
  • Featuring: Steve Bergos

Link-worthy

• Cold Case: Daralyn Johnson was found dead in 1982. David Darlymple was charged, nearly 40 years later, with her rape and murder. KTVB has more.
• Governors Race: Republican Idaho Gov. Brad Little faces a handful of unconventional challengers to his quiet bid to win a second term as Idaho’s governor. The Idaho Capital Sun breaks down the race.
• Mental Health: As the COVID-19 pandemic worsened a mental health crisis among America’s young people, a small group of states quietly withdrew from the nation’s largest public effort to track concerning behaviors in high school students. Read more from the Idaho Capital Sun.
• Haunted: Paranormal investigators did some investigating at the Old Idaho Penitentiary. Idaho News 6 has their findings.

Things To Do

• Sleepy Hollow: BSU’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is at the Morrison Center tonight through Sunday. Get tickets here.
• Boo at the Zoo: This Saturday and Sunday, Zoo Boise will have trick-or-treat candy stations, costume contests for all ages, vendors, photo ops, face painting, and special Halloween-themed treats for the zoo animals.
• Scary Movie: The Egyptian in downtown Boise is showing the Stephen King classic Pet Cemetary Sunday, both the 1989 and the 1992 versions. Get tickets here.
• Yoga & Cider: Meriwether Cider in Boise is hosting a one-hour yoga class Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18.

(Adoptable) Pet of the Day

Somebody adopt this senior fellow named Max! He’s a 12-year-old lab mix. This is what his bio from the Idaho Humane Society says:

“Frosty face, silver fox Max is here to say hi! He’d like a new family to take him in for his golden years. Max is literally good with everything from kids and dogs to cats, rabbits even chickens! Max is also house-trained and knows all his basic commands too, what a catch!”

Learn more about Max here.

Submit your pet’s photo here, and we may feature it Monday-Thursday! Plus, our friends at Zamzows will send along a prize to the winning pet (owners)!

Keep your eyes peeled this weekend for a giant peanut on wheels!
Planters brand NUTmobile, pictured above, is traveling the country and will make stops in the Treasure Valley.
The nutty ride is piloted by a team of three Peanutters – Shell-exa, CrunchTime Kev, and Groundnut Grace. During their stops this weekend, the team will give tours of their unique ride and pass out samples.
“Their main goal is to bring joy to communities on their east to west nut crackin’ fest,” a news release said. 
Below is their scheduled stops:

• Saturday, October 29: Trunk or Treat River Valley Church 1115 N Garden St, Boise, ID, from 6-8 p.m.​
• Sunday, October 30: Wahooz Family Fun Zone 1385 S Blue Marlin Ln, Meridian, ID, from 2-4 p.m.​
• Sunday, October 30: Halloween Sunday FUNday Mother Earth Tap House – Boise, 406 S 3rd St., Boise, ID, from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Monday, October 31: The Haunted World 20031 Northside Blvd, Caldwell, ID, at 8:30 p.m.

Happening Today

• Fuel-Up Friday: The average cost for a gallon of regular gas in Ada County is $4.33, two cents less than last week. The national average is $3.76 per gallon, eight cents less than last week.
• ⛷Sun Valley: Sun Valley Resort announced it will open for the season on Thanksgiving Day.
• Mobile Voting: Ada County’s Mobile Voting Center will be at the Star Library on State Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today.
• BSU Game: The Boise State Broncos take on the Colorado State Rams Saturday at Albertsons Stadium. Kickoff is at 5 p.m. You can watch the game on Fox Sports 1.

BoiseDev Reports

Mobile game app takes first place in Cybersecurity Pitch Competition

A team of University of Idaho students won the cybersecurity pitch competition at Boise Entrepreneur Week and took home $12,000. Check out their venture idea on BoiseDev.

Boise Entrepreneur Week discussion focuses on urban farming & sustainability

Farming was among the panel discussions at Boise Entrepreneur Week. Local farmer Nick Crabbs led a discussion about how he generates money from his farm. Autum Robertson was in attendance and has more on the different ways Crabbs makes money.

Boise counts bike parking space in apartments towards 60-bike parking requirement at downtown building

A resident at Thomas Logan Apartments filed a complaint with the city over the number of bike parking spaces the complex has. Find out why Boise dismissed his complaint from Margaret Carmel.
Governor Little was joined by presidents of Idaho colleges and universities to discuss the state of education in Idaho. Scholarships and affordability are some of the topics that came up. Read the highlights from the discussion on BoiseDev.

It’s Boise Entrepreneur Week! Here are a few highlights for today. Get details and more in our event guide.

• Meta and Kuna: How We’re Building The Metaverse in Idaho
  • 10:15am-11:15am, JUMP – Inspire room (4th floor)
  • The pitch: Meta’s community manager for the Western U.S. will walk you through the Kuna data center’s anticipated economic impact to the region, the company’s sustainability and water stewardship goals, and give you a preview of the future of social connection: virtual reality, augmented reality, and the artificial intelligence that powers the Metaverse.
  • Featuring: William Marks
• Looking into the Crystal Ball – What Does Boise’s Sustainable Future Look Like?
  • 12:45pm-1:30pm, JUMP – The Loft
  • Boise is fertile ground for entrepreneurs interested in developing green services and technologies. While Boise’s quality of life and environmental and social amenities are the main attraction for these “ecopreneurs,” supporting institutions and organizations are vital to facilitating green business opportunities.
  • Featuring: Steve Bergos

Link-worthy

• Cold Case: Daralyn Johnson was found dead in 1982. David Darlymple was charged, nearly 40 years later, with her rape and murder. KTVB has more.
• Governors Race: Republican Idaho Gov. Brad Little faces a handful of unconventional challengers to his quiet bid to win a second term as Idaho’s governor. The Idaho Capital Sun breaks down the race.
• Mental Health: As the COVID-19 pandemic worsened a mental health crisis among America’s young people, a small group of states quietly withdrew from the nation’s largest public effort to track concerning behaviors in high school students. Read more from the Idaho Capital Sun.
• Haunted: Paranormal investigators did some investigating at the Old Idaho Penitentiary. Idaho News 6 has their findings.

Things To Do

• Sleepy Hollow: BSU’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is at the Morrison Center tonight through Sunday. Get tickets here.
• Boo at the Zoo: This Saturday and Sunday, Zoo Boise will have trick-or-treat candy stations, costume contests for all ages, vendors, photo ops, face painting, and special Halloween-themed treats for the zoo animals.
• Scary Movie: The Egyptian in downtown Boise is showing the Stephen King classic Pet Cemetary Sunday, both the 1989 and the 1992 versions. Get tickets here.
• Yoga & Cider: Meriwether Cider in Boise is hosting a one-hour yoga class Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18.

(Adoptable) Pet of the Day

Somebody adopt this senior fellow named Max! He’s a 12-year-old lab mix. This is what his bio from the Idaho Humane Society says:
“Frosty face, silver fox Max is here to say hi! He’d like a new family to take him in for his golden years. Max is literally good with everything from kids and dogs to cats, rabbits even chickens! Max is also house-trained and knows all his basic commands too, what a catch!”
Learn more about Max here.
Submit your pet’s photo here, and we may feature it Monday-Thursday! Plus, our friends at Zamzows will send along a prize to the winning pet (owners)!

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