🌱 Larry Gebert Day + Boise's PIKnik In The Park + Table Rock's Cross

Hello, everybody! John Braese here with your Sunday edition of the Boise Daily, filled with all the local news you need to know right now. Here we go.

Welcome to the Father's Day edition of the Boise Daily. Happy Dad Day to all those reading this and we start with an opportunity to volunteer around the city and honor Larry Gebert Day on June 25. Sunday marks the start of PIKnik in the Park for those in need and family members continue the search locally for a missing Louisiana man. We invite you to take a look at the history of Boise's most famous landmark and the state is asking for input for where you want a charging station.

First, today's weather:

Considerable cloudiness. High: 69 Low: 48.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Boise residents will come together on June 25 to honor Larry Gebert Day. The former meteorologist and community philanthropist will be remembered through various acts of kindness and volunteering through the City of Boise's Parks and Recreation Department. Boise Patch has included sign up opportunities including helping out at the Boise Zoo, Morris Hill Cemetery and Boise Urban Garden School. (Boise Patch)
2. Many Boise residents face food insecurity during the summer months, especially children. KTVB staff report the PIKnik in the Park free meal program begins Sunday at Ann Morrison Park. The program offers pre-packaged lunches to Treasure Valley children and adults during the summer months. (KTVB.com)
3. Several family members of Everette Jackson has arrived to the area to search for the 21-year-old Louisiana man. CBS2 news staff write law enforcement continues to search the Payette River for Jackson after he was last seen in the river near the Gem County Island Sports Complex June 11. Officials are searching the river starting at 8 a.m. until dusk. (idahonews)
4. From almost anywhere in Boise, the Table Rock Cross is visible. LITE-FM's Michelle Heart takes a look at the history of Boise's famous landmark including the numerous legal battles the cross has experienced just to stay lighting the Boise skyline. (LiteOnline.com)
5. If you won an electric vehicle or even thinking about the purchase of an electric vehicle, the Idaho Department of Transportation wants your input. The Idaho Capital Sun's Christian Lords explains the state department is holding a number of public meetings to determine the future location of charging stations across Idaho. Residents can also fill out a brief online survey to offer input. Idaho is scheduled to receive $30 million in federal money for the construction of charging stations. (idahocapitalsun)

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Today in Boise:

• One way to start off Sunday and Father's Day is taking Dad to breakfast at Zoo Boise for the Father's Day Breakfast. (8 a.m.)
• If Dad is looking for fresh veggies, meats, cheeses or craft beer, take him to the 36th Street Sunday Market. (8 a.m.)
• What father would not want to spend his morning touring old cars and trucks? The Downtown Boise Association presents the 19th Annual Father's Day Car Show Sunday. (9 a.m.)
• If you forgot a gift for dad or he has been asking to see a blacksmith in action, visit Watson's Mystery Cafe & Spirits for Sunday's Fathers Day Barzar. (10 a.m.)
• Take Dad for a free tour of the historic Boise Depot. (11 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Zoo Boise: "Thank you to lead zookeeper Sherry for over 8 years of dedication to Zoo Boise's animals, guests, and our wildlife conservation mission. She has decided to retire from zookeeping and she will be missed." (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "Dearest Patrons, Due to breakthrough cases within our company, we will be cancelling the performances of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' from Friday June 17 (Preview), through Friday, June 24." (Idaho Shakespeare Festival via Facebook)
• Boise Bicycle Project: "Thanks to everyone who joined us for Ride for Pride and @inclusive_idaho for your continued support with this amazing event! (P)Ride on!" (Boise Bicycle Project via Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "That’s right—we have more awesome prizes for the raffle! Stop by our booth tomorrow during the Father’s Day Car Show for your chance to win! Raffle tickets are $10 each, or 3 for $25!" (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Idaho Botanical Garden: "This Sunday our hours will be a little different - the Garden will be open from 9 AM to 1 PM. If you're making plans to come to the Garden tomorrow, plan accordingly. P.S. Fathers get in for free for Father's Day!" (Idaho Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Boise is celebrating World Refugee Day today with the Idaho Office for Refugees hosting a day of music, food, performances and a long-awaited ceremony for asylum seekers." (Boise State Public Radio via Facebook)

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