Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Youth Arts Centre's annual benefit concert 'Roger’s Revue: Epic Broadway!' aims to fund scholarships and youth programs with performances on Jan. 24 and 25. East Idaho News
- ➤ Bonneville County Sheriff's deputies rescued an unleashed dog that chased geese into the icy Snake River in Idaho Falls. KXPI
- ➤ A water main break near Compass Academy in Idaho Falls prompts an early school closure and highlights the process and frequency of municipal pipe repairs. KXPI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In Idaho Falls, a woman was injured after being struck by a car while attempting to halt traffic, resulting in her being thrown into a canal. East Idaho News
- ➤ A pedestrian was hospitalized after being hit by a car in an Idaho Falls parking lot, with the driver stating they did not see the person. KXPI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Idaho is expected to experience season's coldest temperatures this weekend with significant drops and potentially dangerous conditions. East Idaho News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representative Stephanie Mickelsen is drafting a bill to introduce the option of an electronic driver's license for Idaho residents, collaborating with the Idaho Transportation Department. KPVI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 2-year-old Lily Cook, diagnosed with stage 4 sacrococcygeal cancer, receives widespread community support and undergoes chemotherapy with a positive prognosis. East Idaho News
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2024 Season EIRSCCA End of Year Banquet Dinner
The Eastern Idaho Region of the SCCA celebrates the 2024 season with a banquet featuring awards, a buffet dinner, and a white elephant gift exchange.
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Soundscapes: Duos Concertantes – A Musical Experience
This interactive concert features dynamic musical duos from the Idaho Falls Symphony performing a mix of classic and contemporary pieces with opportunities for audience participation.
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Roger's Revue Annual Benefit Concert: Epic Broadway
The concert features iconic Broadway hits performed by a live orchestra and a talented cast, alongside scholarship presentations for local graduates.
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Idaho Falls Spud Kings vs. Utah Outliers Game
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings will host the Utah Outliers for an exciting live hockey match at the Mountain America Center.
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Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center General Tumor Board 2025
This multidisciplinary tumor board invites healthcare professionals from various specialties to collaborate on patient-centered cancer care through evidence-based discussions and treatment planning.
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Exclusive Member Preview of Artificial Intelligence Exhibit
Members of the Museum of Idaho will have an exclusive preview of the upcoming exhibit 'Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind and the Machine' before it opens to the public.
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Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering Weekly Event
This weekly gathering at the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple invites participants to play Magic: The Gathering or Dungeons & Dragons, with materials and coaching provided for those new to the games.
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A Night of Patsy Cline featuring Juliette Angelo
This solo performance by Juliette Angelo features a stripped-down rendition of Patsy Cline's intimate melodies.
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Cole Decker Live Acoustic Performance
Cole Decker, a talented Mississippi singer-songwriter, will perform a live acoustic set at the Roadhouse Saloon, showcasing his unique blend of traditional country and southern rock.
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Colton Seable Live Performance at The Celt Pub
Experience live music by solo performer Colton Seable at The Celt Pub & Grill in Idaho Falls.
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EmpowHER Gala
Get ready to shine at EmpowHER: Breaking Barriers, Ending Period Poverty—an unforgettable evening where elegance meets empowerment! Sip on fabulous cocktails & mocktails, enjoy a thrilling raffle, and treat yourself to some retail therapy. Dive into exciting auctions, savor a delicious dinner with live entertainment, and connect with like-minded women—all while making a powerful impact.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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