Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Symphony will present the Red Dress Valentine’s Concert on Feb. 14 with acclaimed soprano Jordan Bowman (a Pocatello native returning home) performing operatic pieces as doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m. in the Little Theater. East Idaho News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Karina Silva and Isabella Cantu, two CEI nursing students, were elected president and vice president of the Idaho Student Nurses Association in Idaho Falls on Feb. 7. Their leadership roles reflect CEI’s growing nursing program and near graduation from the Registered Nursing track (a milestone for local health care). East Idaho News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho State Police Sgt. Amanda Ward received the MVP award at the Greater Idaho Falls Police Foundation luncheon Thursday for her role in training new officers and handling tough field assignments — colleagues praised her lasting impact on public safety. East Idaho News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Free Veterans Social
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Enjoy camaraderie and connections with local veterans over a meal.
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Idaho Falls Spud Kings vs. Grand Junction River Hawks
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Tickets required — Catch the thrilling hockey clash between local favorites and rivals.
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Hand-Poured Candle Making Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — $35 for members, $45 for non-members — Unleash creativity by crafting custom scented candles to brighten winter evenings.
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Tyler Nance Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating sound of emerging Country music star Tyler Nance.
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The Pitching Mound: Business & Strategy Home Opener
7-8 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Engage in an interactive startup experience reminiscent of Shark Tank and help shape future pitching events.
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New Connections Network Event
5-7 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Free entry — Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network in a collaborative setting.
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Poetry Slam
6 PM – 12 AM — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Competitive event — Experience a night of powerful poetry performances as poets compete for the top score.
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