Good morning, Idaho Falls.

A lunch lady from Rocky Mountain Middle School was honored for quickly calling 911 during a student's seizure — she stayed with the student until help arrived — as part of a Feel Good Friday surprise organized by EastIdahoNews.com and Ashley and Ashley Outlet.

Local author Jeana Atkison of Paper Seed Press will launch her fifth children’s picture book 'How to Bake a Cake' this spring and a Cake Kindness Challenge—encouraging families to bake and deliver cakes as acts of kindness in partnership with Icing Smiles—with pre-orders opening Feb. 1.

Rep. Dustin Manwaring and Sen. Dave Lent presented a report at the Capitol on Jan.

16 recommending that medical education programs be expanded to address a shortage of 1,400 doctors. The proposal calls for strengthening the Idaho WWAMI partnership and enhancing clinical training pathways + boosting graduate capacity.

Idaho's new Parental Choice Tax Credit launched on Jan.

15 after over 3,300 applications were submitted for nonpublic school costs — families can receive up to $5,000 for K‑12 students or $7,500 for those with disabilities by using the Taxpayer Access Point.

Doctors are seeking answers for 6-year-old Valerie Jensen from Idaho Falls, whose right side shows signs of hemiatrophy—tests have ruled out blood disorders and she is now in a University of Utah research program with plans for further brain tests as her family raises funds to support her care.

Free Veterans Social

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Connect with fellow veterans over a hearty meal and camaraderie.

Real Estate Career Exploration Night

6-7 p.m. — 3525 Merlin Dr, Idaho Falls — Free entry — Discover the ins and outs of launching a fulfilling career in real estate.

Free E-Waste Recycling Event

11 AM – 4 PM — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Dispose of your old electronics responsibly and help the environment.

Idaho Energy Workers Lunch & Learn

11 a.m.–1 p.m. — Smitty's Pancake & Steak House — Free lunch — Discover EEOICPA benefits and how to maximize your White Card benefits while enjoying a meal.

3 Essential Hacks for a Healthier You: Class #2

12-1 p.m. — Natural Grocers — Free entry — Dive into blood sugar management and kickstart your New Year's resolutions in style.

Ready for Kindergarten Workshops

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Equip your child with essential skills for school in an engaging workshop series for parents and caregivers.

Turkish Lamp Workshop

12:00 – 1:15 PM — Sagebrush Studio & Event Space — Cost Info Not Provided — Explore the elegance of Turkish artistry through a hands-on lamp-making workshop.

Homeschool Field Trip

10 AM – 4 PM — Sensory Getaway — Single admission $10 — Engage in an educational adventure with your homeschool lessons at a sensory-friendly venue.

Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop in Idaho Falls

6-8:30 p.m. — Sagebrush Studio & Event Space — Check event page for pricing — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea and treats.

Self Love Guided Meditation

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Gratitude Practice — No cost information available — Experience a cozy self-love guided meditation with journaling and sweet treats.