🌱 Bogus Basin Hiring For The Summer + Boise Population Declines

Hello again, everybody! It's Thursday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and nice. High: 78 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Boise today:

1. Down the road, Bogus Basin is hiring for various summer jobs, including operators for the new Mineshaft Challenge Course. They offer competitive wages and multiple benefits such as free transportation, discounted food and beverages, a summer season pass, and retail discounts. It's an opportunity to work in a beautiful natural environment with a dynamic team. (Idaho News 2)
2. Boise experienced a decline in population by almost 1,400 residents, while other major cities in Idaho saw population growth according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates. The overall growth rate in the state has slowed, potentially due to high housing costs in Boise, leading families to seek more affordable housing in nearby areas. The fastest-growing city in Idaho was Paul, with a growth rate of 20 percent and over 250 new residents, while the largest cities generally attracted the greatest number of new residents. (KBOI)
3. The Boise Police Department is seeking the driver or passengers of a dark-colored sedan that was seen traveling behind the vehicle of suspect Marion Nikichimus, who allegedly intentionally hit and killed Elizabeth Sorg with his vehicle after an altercation in early June. The police believe that the occupants of the dark-colored sedan may have witnessed the incident and are urging anyone with information or potential witnesses to come forward. A GoFundMe page has been set up by Sorg's loved ones to cover memorial expenses, with any remaining funds going to her husband or to support animals in need. (AOL)

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Today in and around Boise:

Thursday, June 15

• Freedom From Hunger Food Drive At Albertsons Market Square, Meridian (10:00 AM)
• Annual Board Installation And Past Presidents Happy Hour At Mother Earth Brewing (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Emmett Cherry Festival is in full swing. This free family-friendly tradition began in the 1903s and is still carried out today. (#BoiseBucketList via Instagram)
• Zoo Boise has successfully introduced its new female African lion, Ahsoka, to the zoo's male lion, Revan, after a careful and extensive introduction process. Visitors can now meet Ahsoka during the zoo's operating hours, allowing you to see both lions interacting together. (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation, along with sponsors like Boise Bicycle Project and Boise State University, are organizing a kick-off "puncturvine picking party" for the upcoming Boise Goathead Fest. The goal is to remove 15,000 pounds of goatheads from trails and paths to improve the experience for walkers, hikers, and riders. The event offers live music and refreshments — if participating in the goathead removal, you are encouraged to bring tools and gloves. (Idaho News 6)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Callie Cook

About me: Callie Cook is a Texas-based freelance writer and content creator with a degree in Sustainable Design, Landscape Design and Agribusiness from West Virginia University.