🌱 Cemetery Tours + Electric Zamboni + Outdoor Free Boise Movies

Hi all. It's me, John Braese, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including:

• A man involved in a Boise police shooting has been identified.
• A new business is open in Boise offering Italian ice and custard.
• We all know of electric cars and scooters but who knew there was electric Zambonis?

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny. High: 50 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. The man shot by Boise Police on March 8 in Boise has been identified and charges against him have been filed. KTVB-TV staff report Gavin Donithorne, 22, remains hospitalized but when released will face three felony charges. Donithorne was shot by police after a chase from Eagle to Boise ended with him leaving his vehicle with what appeared to be a weapon. A carbon dioxide-powered BB gun was found at the scene. (KTVB.com)
2. Many Boise residents have toured the Old Idaho Penitentiary off Warm Springs Avenue but many visitors miss the attached cemetery. BoiseStatePublicRadio's Samantha Wright interviews Anthony Parry, the Historic Sites administrator with the Idaho State Historical Society over upcoming tours next week of the old prison's cemetery section. The identity of over half of those buried are unknown. (Boise State Public Radio)
3. Working towards a goal of a 100 percent clean city by 2030, the latest addition to Boise government is an electric Zamboni at Ice World. Boise Patch carries the information on the city's newest acquisition is the first electric ice resurfacer in Idaho. (Boise Patch)
4. What movie would you like to see for free while sitting on a blanket in the park? LITE-FM's Michelle Heart reports the Boise Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back its outdoor movie program for the summer but wants input of what movies are wanted in Boise. The “Movies Under the Stars” series has been on hiatus since 2019. (liteonline)
5. A new dessert shop is open in Boise. BoiseDev managing editor Gretchen Parsons writes MJ’s Italian Ice and Custard Cafe just opened at 4103 W State St. In addition to the Italian ice and custard, the new shop also offers soft pretzels, churro donuts, and other baked goods.(boisedev.com)

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Today in Boise:

• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection site for Thursday is the Idaho Department of Transportation building. (Noon)
• The City of Boise Parks and Recreation Commission meets Thursday. (4:00 PM)
• Leave the kids at home for a night and enjoy Sunset at the Zoo sponsored by Zoo Boise. (5:00 PM)
• The Threadbenders get together Thursday evening at the Boise Public Library. (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Boise State University: "After 33 years of outstanding service with @boisestatemusic, Professor Marcellus Brown, director of bands at Boise State University, will retire in May 2023." (Boise State University via Instagram)
• Downtown Boise: "There’s beautiful murals all around Downtown Boise that make everyday brighter! #thisisyourdowntown #downtownboise #boise" (Downtown Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Police Department: "We want to say a special thank you to Elaine Clegg for her nearly 20 years of dedicated service on Boise City Council. We wish her the best of luck moving forward as she takes on her new role as CEO of Valley Regional Transit." (Boise Police Department via Facebook)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "A flood warning is now in effect for areas near the Weiser River. Minor flooding is expected in low lying areas around Weiser. Check out the hydrograph of observed and forecast water levels at the Weiser River!" (US National Weather Service Boise Idaho via Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Amur tiger Akasha picks the winner of the Boise State Men's Basketball vs. Northwestern Men's Basketball NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament game! Do you agree? Boise State University Northwestern University." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a scientist for a day? If your child is in the 7 to 9-year-old age range, you could send them to IBG's 'Build your STEAM skill set' camp! The camp will run from July 24 - July 27." (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

— John Braese

About me: Welcome to the Boise edition of patch.com. I am the community editor in this exciting endeavor for the Boise area. I was born and grew up in Boise, attending Bishop Kelly High School before graduating from Borah High School more than a few years ago. I have seen Boise grow substantially in the last few years, but still maintain my hometown appeal. I want to hear about what is important to you and the stories you wish to see on patch.com. Feel free to reach out to me via email at john.braese@patch.com or drop me a phone call or text at 208 954-9585.

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