Sydney Kidd

It's my first week at BoiseDev! Hit me up at sydney@boisedev.com with any and all of your Treasure Valley development news tips. ✏️

In a press call today, Idaho Secretary of State Phill McGrane said if you're voting early today (today is the last day to do so!), and if you're in line by 5 p.m., even if it's a long line, you'll still be able to vote. 350,000 Idahoans have voted so far in the general election!

ICYMI: Dept. of Justice sues, says local construction co. cut employees to qualify for PPP loans, bought a private jet. boisedev.com/news/2024/11/0…

Don't let your absentee ballot turn into a pumpkin! 🎃 If you're voting absentee, mail it by today to ensure it arrives at your elections office by Election Day! After today, we recommend delivering your ballot to your Elections Office or an official ballot drop box. 🗳️

I need your help! Does anyone have photos of mailers sent out by a PAC against Rebecca Arnold or Antonio Bommarito? I am seeking these mailers to write a story about both PACs spending in this race

We had an unusual candidate forum this week. Antonio Bommarito left Jefferson Elementary School right before questions were about to begin without telling organizers. He told BoiseDev it was due to a family emergency. boisedev.com/news/2024/10/2…

We are honored to be named one of @MedillSchool's "Bright Spots" in local news for 2024. It is humbling to be on this list. It's because of the tremendous work our team puts out, and the partnership of @hearforthefood. localnewsinitiative.northwestern.edu/projects/state…

Permit: In-N-Out to open Boise store this weekend boisedev.com/news/2024/10/2…

They lead Idaho's two largest cities - and we're bringing them together for our event The Intersection. Join @BoiseMayor @laurenmclean and @MeridianIdaho Mayor @robertsimison for a discussion on growth, collaboration & the future. Save 20% here: boisedev.ck.page/products/boise…

🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨 !!!!!Job alert!!!!! BoiseDev was selected for a national grant and we’re officially expanding our coverage area north. This is an amazing newsroom and I’d love to work with you! Please send me a DM with any questions! boisedev.com/news/2024/10/1…

BIG NEWS. @BoiseDev is expanding yet again -- and we're hiring! boisedev.com/news/2024/10/1…

Here is my full story from tonight with what we know. The story also includes new information from a public record’s request about ACHD’s decision to close the alley behind the building, including a photo of the excavation officials were concerned about. boisedev.com/news/2024/10/1…

Some late night Union Block reporting c/o @mlcarmel: boisedev.com/news/2024/10/1…

BREAKING: Boise Police and Fire were on the scene tonight at the Union Block Building for a fire An officer on site told me the fire was put out quickly and now the cause is under investigation. He had little public info other than it happened on the first floor of the building.

For Ysabel Bilbao, wigs have always been part of life. Her new store is a passion project and an ode to her late mother who confidently wore wigs throughout her life until she died from cancer. boisedev.com/news/2024/10/0…

Friday, October 11th is the deadline to register to vote ahead of the November 5th, General Election. Voters can register or update their registration online at VoteIdaho.gov or in person by visiting the Ada County Election’s office. 🗳️ #voteidaho

This surge in young people registering to vote adds to the fact that voter registration numbers in Idaho are already outpacing those of the 2020 election. From @maldonado_mia_: idahocapitalsun.com/2024/10/07/mor…

@SpenSpenBurt I might have an idea for you: x.com/sallykrutzig/s…

Don’t know what to dress as for Halloween this year

Apericena and Bistro d’Helene appeared closed this week after a settlement to avoid eviction and a pending hearing. I dug into months of DOL wage theft claim records and talked to former employees for this story on the restaurants here: boisedev.com/news/2024/10/0…

Bill Truax, president and CEO of Galena, is being sued for using two properties that plaintiffs say he doesn’t own as loan collateral. boisedev.com/news/2024/10/0…

Patchy frost (but not a freeze) is forecast in the Treasure and Magic Valleys early Tuesday morning. A light cover on tender plants can prevent frost crystals from forming in the stems and damaging the plants. #idwx