🌱 Louisiana Man Recovered + Boise Gas Rises + McCall Brunchette

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Welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Boise Daily. After a week of searching, the body of a Louisiana man has been found in Emmett. Boise gas prices continue to rise while others in the country are seeing some relief. An Idaho college president received word of a nice raise and we provide you some jobs which may offer you a raise. Finally, get on the road early to grab breakfast at a new place in McCall.

First, today's weather:

Sunny, pleasant and warmer. High: 83 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A Louisiana man, missing in the Payette River since June 11, was found by a volunteer searcher downstream from where he fell from a tube while floating the river. Emmett Messenger Index reporter Del Gray reports the Gem County Sheriff's Office confirmed the body of 21-year-old Everette Jackson was recovered approximately 2 miles downstream from the location where Jackson was last seen. Friends and family of Jackson had arrived from Louisiana earlier in the week to assist in the search. (emmettmessengerindex)
2. Nationwide, drivers are starting to see gas prices fall a little. Not so much here in Boise as our cost to fuel up continues to rise. KTVB-TV's staff report a gallon of gas rose 8.6 cents this past week while the average price fell 4.2 cents per gallon across the U.S. Boise Patch is curious if gas prices are making you change your plans for the upcoming Fourth of July? (ktvb)
3. Did your boss call you in last week offering a raise of $35,000? IdahoEdNews reporter Kevin Richert writes that is exactly what happened to Lewis-Clark State College President Cynthia Pemberton as the State Board of Education decided to raise her salary to $275,000 annually. Pemberton is still making less than College of Western Idaho President Gordon Jones ($315,000 per year) and Boise State University President Marlene Tromp ($437,757 per year). (idahoednews)
4. If you did not receive a $35,000 raise and are considering a career change or a new company, check out who is hiring this week courtesy of Boise Patch. (Boise Patch)
5. If you heading to McCall for the popular 4th of July Celebration in the mountain town, you may think back to trips to the vacation spot and breakfasts at the Pancake House. The popular spot closed in December 2021, leaving many wondering where to start the day. LITE-FM's Michelle Heart announces a new breakfast destination is opening June 24, just in time for fireworks over the lake. Brunchette on the Lake secured a location at 317 E Lake St in McCall and is ready for the holiday influx of valley travelers. If your are confused exactly what a brunchette is, here is the breakdown according to the business's website: br(eakfast) + (l)unch + (b)ette(r). (LiteOnline.com)

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Today in Boise:

• Join others for a game of Bocce at the KA Municipal Park. (10 a.m.)
• Grab the little ones in the house and head to Cassia Park to join Library! Hillcrest staff for Family Storytime in the Park. The program is designed for children ages 0-5. (10:30 a.m.)
• If you are in need of fresh vegetables and fruits, make the short drive to Caldwell for the Caldwell Farm to Fork Farmer's Market at Indian Creek Plaza. (5 p.m.)
• All are invited to a free concert at the Boise JUMP Jam & Jive Summer Concert Series Tuesday.(6 p.m.)
• The Morrison Center presents "Dear Evan Hansen", a winner of six Tony Awards and a Grammy Award Tuesday evening. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Weekly: "Find: Glen Tulloch Glenning Candles Glen Tulloch has made candles bearing his likeness and giving the funds to ALS charities. Tulloch's mother had ALS and after her passing he's done various fundraisers." (Boise Weekly via Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "Hear the best Spanish-language rock, pop, and alternative from the '70s to today on Expresión Latina with Yanira Corvera, airing every Sunday from 6 to 8pm on Radio Boise!" (Radio Boise via Instagram)
• Boise Blues Society: "Make sure you have your tickets soon!" (Boise Blues Society via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, River Heights: "We bought a Broil King grill last year. - It said some assembly required. That was a huge understatement. The amount of set up and the fact that many of the holes aren’t drilled through are making it impossible to put together." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, East of Allumbaugh: "Hi neighbors! - New to the app, so let me know if I'm doing it right. I live in Liberty Lake Apartments, and over the last year, my husband and I have been hearing booms. Maybe not boom, mini-explosion, something loud." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Depot Bench: "I know there is a rescue bird lady locally somewhere (maybe 36th St) but I can not remember. - Anyone on here know? Thanks!!" (Nextdoor)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you soon!

— 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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