Meridian Morning Rundown: Sunny Skies, Football Wins, and Northern Lights on the Horizon

Meridian listeners, you woke up to clear September skies and warm sunshine today as Meridian saw early morning temps in the upper 60s, quickly rising through the 70s by late morning, and peaking with a high near 89 degrees this afternoon according to The Weather Network. Winds stayed mild, making it perfect weather for soccer and football practice across town.

Pollen counts remain moderate for this time of year, with ragweed and grasses being the top culprits, so those with allergies might want to keep tissues handy as reported by Weather Underground. The air quality in Meridian is thankfully in the good range, so outdoor plans are a go for most, unless you’re especially sensitive.

In local news, high school fall sports kicked off with a bang. Meridian High’s varsity football team clinched a big win against Eagle, 24 to 17, under the lights last night. The volleyball teams of Rocky Mountain and Mountain View also had heated matchups, with Rocky Mountain winning in straight sets as covered by Idaho News 6.

For those following city news, the Meridian-based Phil Hardin Foundation made regional headlines by pledging 2.5 million dollars to support a new cancer center and research institute, continuing their mission to strengthen educational and health opportunities, the University of Mississippi Medical Center reports.

Travelers heading east toward Wendell may have noticed delays last night as Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash that closed S 1700 E for eight hours after a car struck a power pole. Crews worked overnight and all lanes were reopened by morning according to the Idaho State Police.

Tonight, keep your eyes on the sky for a possible northern lights display, as a solar event may bring rare auroras to the Treasure Valley, Idaho News 6 reports.

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