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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Zoo will open for the 2025 season on Thursday, April 24 with daily hours from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and last admission at 4:30 p.m.; the zoo also invites local families to join its annual Clean-Up Day (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. today) to support conservation efforts. City of Idaho Falls
- ➤ On Wednesday, local leaders from the Grand Teton Council and community met to discuss plans to boost scouting membership—a program that fell 95% since 2019 after LDS launched its own youth group. Council Director Elias Lopez noted they retained 1,500 youths and aim to use new outreach to strengthen both youth and adult leadership roles. East Idaho News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A home sustained significant damage after a kitchen fire broke out Thursday evening on the 900 block of East 13th Street in Idaho Falls as firefighters rushed to the scene following an unfounded 911 call about smoke from a chimney (three engines, a ladder truck, two ambulances and a battalion chief were dispatched) and evacuated three people. East Idaho News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cirque Italia is performing its Water Circus at Grand Teton Mall from April 18 through April 21. The show, which follows a farm boy's adventure in the city, had a Friday performance at 7:30 p.m.—today it will run three times at 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. with another performance set for Monday at 7:30 p.m. KXPI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management is asking for public input on leasing 3,740 acres in Bonneville County for a geothermal project—comments will be accepted until May 5. The plan would share 25% of bids and royalties with the U.S. Treasury, 25% with the county, and 50% with the state for renewable energy and local services. KXPI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today at 8 p.m., the Bonneville County courthouse will hang two lanterns to honor Paul Revere’s midnight ride from April 18-19, 1775 which warned Samuel Adams and John Hancock of British movements—county commissioners declared Saturday a Day of Community Service to invite residents and businesses to learn about the historic event. KXPI
- ➤ Contractors will begin a waterline improvement project at the intersection of Anderson and Holmes Avenue on Monday, April 21 to upgrade a fire suppression line for local businesses—drivers will face detours as traffic lanes shift during construction. City of Idaho Falls
- ➤ Contractors will begin work at the Anderson and Holmes intersection on April 21 to upgrade a fire suppression waterline for nearby businesses—traffic detours and lane shifts will be in place during the project, and drivers are asked to reduce speeds and obey posted signs. This work will help improve the water infrastructure that connects existing lines in the area. KXPI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Driggs' Big Hole Brawlers are a roller derby team that welcomes players of all ages and backgrounds, offering affordable loaner gear and supportive practice sessions. The nonprofit team—composed of 22 players with creative derby names—draws skaters from eastern Idaho and will join the Tin Cup Challenge from June 13 to July 25 to support local causes. East Idaho News
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
1:30 – 3:00 PM — Grand Teton Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating aquatic circus performance with incredible acts.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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IMX Swim Meet Pool Closure
3:30 p.m. — Wes Deist Aquatic Center — Admission not applicable — The pool will close early for the IMX Swim Meet event.
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IFPUB Golf Tournament
8 AM – 5 PM — Idaho Falls, ID Elks Lodge #1087 — Fundraiser Event — A fun-filled indoor pub golf tournament supporting a great cause.
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Parish Wide Mass & Confirmations
12-1 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Free entry — Celebrate faith and community together during a special mass and confirmation service.
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Monthly Sing Out at Fairwinds Sandcreek
12:30-1:00 a.m. — Assisted Living Home — No tickets required — Enjoy a heartwarming night of community singing at Fairwinds Sandcreek.
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Zoo Taters (Ages 5-7)
3-3:45 p.m. — Education Center — $15 for one child and two adults — Discover wildlife through interactive story time, crafts, games, and a visit from a zoo animal ambassador.
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Frosty Fun Run
9 a.m. — 1585 N Skyline Dr — $5 individual or $20 family — A family-friendly run supporting vulnerable youth with fun activities and community spirit.
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