Good morning, Idaho Falls.

Bonneville County leaders held a public reading of the Declaration of Independence Friday — part of the America250 celebrations — at the courthouse in Idaho Falls.

Chaplain Kathy Carroll opened the ceremony with a prayer and Blaiklee Casperson sang the national anthem.

Country star Jo Dee Messina will perform at the Mountain America Center on Friday, July 24 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets went on sale Friday morning & fans can expect a hit-filled show with her classic country tunes.

Free Veterans Social

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Enjoy camaraderie and connections with local veterans over a meal.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

21st Annual NP/PA Conference

8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — 850 Energy Place — Registration required — Connect and enhance skills at this essential gathering for nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Coffee and Caregivers Gathering

10 AM – 4 PM — Sensory Getaway — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and connect with fellow caregivers while your children play in a safe space.

Derina Harvey Concert

7:30-9:30 PM — The Colonial Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Derina Harvey in Idaho Falls.