HI, I’m Jeff Connell, and I appreciate you taking the time to check out my page here on the website. I’m proud to call the Treasure Valley Home having moved here a little over three years ago. I live in Meridian with my 8 year-old son. Life has been an adventure in the last few years I went through a divorce after a 13 year marriage, so I’ve been navigating a life reboot. It’s been a lot of growth, some lessons learned along the way, and some really “unique” dating experiences. I grew up in Seattle, so I still cheer for the Mariners and Seahawks, and my son and I have adopted both the Portland Trailblazers and Utah Jazz for basketball. We’re still holding out hope Boise will get another basketball team to play. In my downtime, I love to travel, grab my camera and take pictures, and do some “adventures” with my kiddo. I made it to Australia last year which was one of those bucket list trips. I���m hoping to add another stamp to the passport sometime soon, and am committed to camping in our amazing Idaho outdoors this summer.
Jeff Connell
Sunday’s Rain Was Record-Setting and it Will Continue
Even though rainy weather isn't exactly common in the Treasure Valley, if Sunday's storm throughout the day felt unusual, it was. We set a daily precipitation record for Boise.
I Want to Welcome Moug & Carly to Mix Mornings
It's an exciting day at Mix 106, and I'm guessing you already know why. This morning we welcomed the newest member of the Mix family, Moug, to the Treasure Valley. I'm so glad he's here.
What Idaho Needs to Know About the 2020 Census
The Census is back and will be coming to Idaho in 2020. There are big reasons to take part and the impact will be felt in the Gem State for years to come.
Got a Kiddo in a Car Seat? Meridian Fire Will Check It
They are our most precious cargo, but sometimes those car seats are harder to get set up than expected. The Meridian Fire Department will check them for free to make sure all is good.
Boise State University Budget Solutions Outlined
The State of Idaho announced that all public universities would be facing budget cuts for the upcoming cycle. Now, Boise State's President Dr. Marlene Tromp has outlined what BSU plans to do.
Sadness Over Loss of Kobe Leads to Important Talk
It was the story that you couldn't avoid today. Kobe Bryant, basketball superstar, had died in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles. It was a conversation that my son and I spent a lot of time on.
The Magic of Vinegar and Dawn for Bathroom Cleaning
I hate to admit it, but I can be a slob. Typically it's not in common areas and I try to stay clean and organized when others are impacted, but my personal bathroom, not always clean.
The Connection Between Snapchat and the Blue “Oxy” Pill Overdoses
The scary story about multiple overdoses on a "little blue pill" being sold as OxyContin in the Treasure Valley just got a little more frightening. At least one teen found the pill through Snapchat.
If You Hit Someone’s Car, Please Own Up to It
I get it, accidents happen and sometimes good people make mistakes. I know I certainly have. Call me crazy, but I believe if you hit someone's car you need to own the mistake. That isn't what happened to me.
Looking Back: A Powder Weekend at Bogus
It seemed, at least by the traffic, a lot of us decided to take advantage of the incredible conditions at Bogus last weekend. I grabbed the Dad, the kiddo, and we spent Sunday in the powder.