Hot, Really Hot + Basement Elvis Bar + Constitutional Sheriff

Stories over the next few days in the Boise Daily will continue to repeat the same thing — it is hot! Record breaking heat is upon us and will only become hotter as 110 degrees is forecast. We also look at a home that could well be Graceland west. A candidate for sheriff has some interesting views, and a championship football game is questioned.

Taking a look at the weather today:

• Wednesday: Clear throughout the day. Temps: High of 96° and low of 65°.

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Patch Pick: Remember, it is only June in Boise and predictions of 110 degrees are in the books. The Idaho Statesman's Nicole Blanchard reports on the next six days of possible record breaking high temps. (idahostatesman)

Here are the top 5 stories for today:

1. Summer is the time to get away from Boise and do some exploring. One thing always to excite the whole family is a spectacular waterfall. Visitidaho has a listing, including directions, of the five most spectacular waterfalls in the state. (visitidaho)

2. If you are looking for a new home in Boise, Michelle Heart of KIDO radio may have just the right one if you need a bar, complete with cash register and red leather chairs. The pictures included in the article will have you believing Elvis had a second home right here in Boise. (KIDO)

3. One of the candidates vying for the Ada County Sheriff's position has some background showing support for the constitutional sheriffs association movement. Carolyn Komatsoulis of idahopress has the story of some old videos catching up with the nominee. (idahopress)

4. It appears Ada County may be changing the method of dealing with homelessness and substance abuse counseling. Boisedev's Margaret Carmel reports on slashed funding for New Path Community Housing and calls for a new program to deal with mental health and substance abuse help. (Boisedev)

5. Tom Scott of KTVB provides his thoughts on Boise State and the Mountain West eliminating the Mountain West championship game. Scott argues an upset in the game would hurt a Mountain West team's chances of a college football playoff game. (KTVB)

Boise Fact of the Day: The hottest day on record in Boise was July 28, 1934 when the temperature hit 111.2°F. During January, the overnight temperature drops to an average of 22.7°F with the lowest temperature of -25.1°F being recorded on December 23, 1990.

Boise Community Calendar:

- A Pollinator Preschool happens Wednesday at Julia Davis Park starting at 9:30 a.m. Meet the fuzzy, buzzing, busy creatures that help plants grow in this one-hour interactive program. We will read a story, make a butterfly, and look for pollinator friends in action. Program designed for children ages 3 to 6. All children must be accompanied and assisted by an adult. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Drop ins will not be admitted.

- Continuing with insects, starting at noon, learn about Monarchs with a virtual event. Learn about the monarch butterfly life cycle, issues the Western monarch population is facing, and what we can do to help. Join us in helping to protect this incredible butterfly. Presented by Kristin Gnojewski, Boise Parks and Recreation Community Volunteer Specialist. Register here.

- The Household Hazardous Waste collection will start at noon and continue until 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Fire Station 12. The program does not accept explosives, radioactive materials, biomedical waste or tires.

- Mayor McLean will be listening and talking with residents on Wednesday at Manitou Park starting at 6 p.m. Once you register, you will receive an email with information needed to attend. Listening Sessions are a great way to come together, listen and discuss pressing topics in our community. To register, follow this link.

As we enter this time of extreme heat, check on a neighbor or loved one.

- John

About me: The summer is upon us which means high school reunions. Mine is this summer (no, I am not saying as that will tell you how old I am). Do you plan on attending your reunion or is that a time behind you and forgotten?