🌱 Lucky Peak Recovery + SMASH Donuts + Boise Prison Horror Movie

Hey, everybody. It's Friday in Boise and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Hope you all have a great day. Let's do this.

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Boise Daily. A local family has some closure after a drowning victim's body was recovered at Lucky Peak. A high-speed chase in Kuna has ended with the death of two individuals with the investigation continuing. Boise will soon be able to combine doughnuts and ice cream, and a historical location in Boise takes prime billing in a movie. Finally, take a look at the past and the upcoming Boise Soul Food Festival.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. After two weeks of extensive searching, the body of a teen has been recovered at Lucky Peak. CBS2 news staff report the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced on social media Bobby Sichilailuck "went home today." The 16 year old had been missing since involvement in a jet ski accident. (Idaho News)
2. Two local people are dead after a police chase in Kuna Saturday evening. KTVB-TV staff carry the story Meridian police attempted to stop Ruben Garcia near the corner of Meridian Road and East Central Drive. He was pursued after fleeing, driving the wrong way on Main Street. Garcia avoided spike strips and crossed into oncoming traffic during the pursuit, hitting a pickup. Garcia was declared dead at the scene and the driver of the pickup, 28-year-old Jonathan Calderon, died at a local hospital. (KTVB)
3. Boise can prepare for SMASH donuts. BoiseDev reporter Autumn Robertson announces Yonutz will open a location in Boise by the end of August. Yonutz is known for their dessert of a scoop of ice cream in between a doughnut and hot pressed with toppings. (boisedev.com)
4. Over the years, a few movies have been filmed around Boise, but the capital city is not well known as a movie mecca. That may change as MIX106's Chris found a new horror movie on Amazon Prime filmed right here at the Old Idaho Penitentiary. 'Paranormal Prison' is the fictional story of a group of believers and a skeptic investigating paranormal activities in an abandoned prison. (mix106radio)
5. Since 1993, Boise residents have gathered for some great food at the Boise Soul Food Festival. After a 20-year run, the festival took a five-year hiatus before returning in 2017. In one week, food and music once again welcome Boise fans at Julia Davis Park. From Boise's Marissa takes a look at the long history of the festival and posts the schedule for the fun. (fromboise)

Today in Boise:

• The Art Source Gallery holds a reception for the opening of Amy McRae's photos, Haunting Beauty. The photos are comprised of the Lonaconing Silk Mill, the last intact silk mill in the United States and closed in 1957 with all the machinery intact. (10 a.m.)
• Get out on a Friday and have a Shucking Good Time at Anthony's BLEND Patio, complete with an Oyster Slurp contest. (4 p.m.)
• Brew at the Zoo takes place at Zoo Boise Friday. This event is for 21+ years only and photo ID is required. (5 p.m.)
• Dr. Katie Devine will appear at the Boise State Recreation Center to discuss "First Friday Astronomy: The PERYSCOPE Project: Involving Astronomy Students in Star Formation Research." (6:30 p.m.)
• The Vineyard Boise church invites everyone to a free Family Movie Night. (8:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Weekly: "Pro-abortion rights rally at the Capitol hosted by Idaho Abortion Rights. Look for the story in the upcoming edition of the Boise Weekly." (Boise Weekly via Instagram)
• Zoo Boise: "Daisy is growing up so fast! She hatched just last year at Zoo Boise and now she has her adult feathers. We hope the Feather Fairy brought her some nice gifts!" (Zoo Boise via Facebook)
• Boise Fire Department: "Most drownings can be prevented with a life jacket. But a life jacket can only save your life if you — wear it! Our waters are still very cold, which can disable even the best of swimmers. If you plan to be out on the water wear a life jacket." (Boise Fire Department via Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "A pop of sunshine along Red Tail Trail." (Boise Parks and Recreation via Instagram)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "'LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS' is almost here! Thank you George Prentuce and Boise State Public Radio, please enjoy this interview with Andrew Faria and Sara Masterson. If you don’t have those tickets, hurry! They are going fast." (Idaho Shakespeare Festival via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday! See you tomorrow for another 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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