Officials with the Boise-based nonprofit organization Idaho Rivers United released a new report card Thursday showing that the Boise River is thriving in many areas and healthier than in the past.
The new Boise River Report Card was based on 103 water quality tests performed last year by volunteers participating in the Boise River Stewardship program at three locations along the Boise River.
The report card, which called the river a crown jewel of the Treasure Valley, gave the Boise River high marks for water clarity, pH level and average temperature…