Good morning, Idaho Falls.

The Community Food Basket is hosting an Elvis-themed Viva Las Vegas Night Fundraiser tomorrow from 5pm to 9pm at Holiday Inn and Suites, 3005 S Fork Boulevard, to raise funds for families and 30 local nonprofits amid a 30% rise in food demand.

Tickets cost $100 and the money raised will help provide nutritious food to those in need.

Animal shelters in southeast Idaho are often full because they receive five to 20 calls each day from people trying to rehome their pets.

Rexburg Animal Control Officer Scott Chapman said many owners do not research the specific care each breed needs—PAWS Director Stephanie Sokol explained that working dogs require proper exercise to avoid behavior issues.

More motorcyclists are riding as the weather warms and shops like Eagle Rock Indian Motorcycle see more activity.

Drivers are told to give riders extra space while riders check their skills since winter may leave rain-washed debris on the roads — look twice to save a life is the message shared by local riders.

Shortly before 7:50 p.m. Thursday a single engine aircraft crashed while landing at Idaho Falls Regional Airport on runway 3-21—ARFF and the Fire Department responded immediately and found no injuries while working to remove the damaged plane and reopen the runway.

A general aviation airplane crashed on the Idaho Falls Airport runway Thursday night just before 7:50 p.m. with no injuries reported by city spokesman Eric Grossarth—though the aircraft sustained significant damage and the runway was closed.

Idaho State Police arrested 29-year-old Samual Zane Erickson during a traffic stop on April 8 near Ammon and Lincoln Road after Soda Springs Police reported he broke a no-contact order when a woman—listed as the protected party—was found by officers, and they also confirmed he had an active bench warrant from Caribou County and charged him with DUI and related offenses.

Luke Carl Plesner, 42, was arrested in Idaho Falls on April 4 at about 2 a.m. when a traffic stop led officers to find him concealing fentanyl pills in his rear and mouth—he faces charges of felony trafficking, felony destruction of evidence and a misdemeanor for possessing drug paraphernalia with a preliminary hearing set for April 18 at 1 p.m.

Today at Mountain America Center, the Teton Auto Group Idaho Falls PBR has doors open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, the event features the Boots + Bands pre-party at 4 p.m. and tickets are available on Ticketmaster + the box office.

DreamJoy Art Salon

6-9 p.m. — The Heart Event Center — Light refreshments available — Uninstructed art workshop fostering creativity and community connection.

PBR Touring Pro Division

7:30 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of professional bull riding at this thrilling event.

Veterans Community Gathering

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Enjoy food and camaraderie with fellow veterans and their guests.

Behind The Brush: The Art & Process of Meredith Bobb

6-7 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Free entry — Discover the inspiration and stories that shape Meredith Bobb's captivating artwork.

American Red Cross Blood Donation Drive

1-5 p.m. — Idaho Falls Family YMCA — Free entry — Help save lives by donating blood during this community-focused event.

USPA Tested and Open 2025 Valor Powerlifting Classic

9 AM – 6 PM — Maltese CrossFit — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of powerlifting with both tested and non-tested divisions available.

Cirque Italia - Water Circus

1:30 – 3:00 PM — Grand Teton Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating aquatic circus performance with incredible acts.

Cirque Italia - Water Circus

7:30-9 p.m. — Grand Teton Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating blend of acrobatics and water performances at Cirque Italia's Water Circus.

Idaho Falls Leadership Summit: Fostering Collaboration

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Idaho State University, Idaho Falls — Free entry — Gather with educational leaders to refine a vision for excellence in education and enhance collaborative strategies.

Real Estate Mastermind

12-1:30 p.m. — BBSI — Free entry — Network with fellow real estate enthusiasts and learn from industry experts about market strategies.