Good morning, Idaho Falls.

The East Idaho Childcare Fair is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 at the College of Eastern Idaho cafeteria from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It Takes a Village in Idaho (a local support group for mothers) is partnering with CEI and IdahoSTARS to help families find child care options.

The Idaho Falls Police Department responded to two crashes over the weekend — one involving a helmetless motorcyclist found unconscious after a DUI crash early Saturday on River Park Way and another where a truck failed to take a turn and struck trees at 425 W 13th Street, leading to a passenger’s death on Sunday evening.

On Sunday night, shortly after 5 p.m., a truck crashed between two trees at the U.S. Air Conditioning property at 425 West 13th Street, resulting in the death of 49-year-old Jason Mooney and injuring the driver who remains hospitalized—investigators linked the crash to speeding and noted that neither occupant was wearing a seatbelt.

Idaho Ballet Theatre will perform The Little Mermaid on May 2 and May 3 at 7 p.m. at The Colonial Theater in Idaho Falls with over 100 local children and guest artists, and tickets cost $18+ tax and fees.

Today, Idaho National Laboratory hosted an Earth Day celebration with 105 Shoshone-Bannock Tribe members in Idaho Falls; the event featured speeches, a religious ritual at Middle Butte Cave, traditional dancing, and gift exchanges including a $25,000 check to the local high school. Participants ended the celebration with a Friendship Dance to honor environmental protection and cultural traditions.

Governor Brad Little ordered all flags to be lowered at half-staff today in honor of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at 88 from a stroke and heart failure, as thousands of Idaho residents and people of all faiths mourn his passing—local Catholic leaders plan a memorial mass in Boise tomorrow at 12:15 p.m. to honor his legacy.

Tim Reinke — a longtime Idaho Falls golf pro — will retire after more than 46 years with the city; his final day is April 30 while a retirement celebration will be held on April 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Pinecrest Golf Course.

Two local Razor’s Edge Boxing Club boxers, 19-year-old Mabel Ornelas and 20-year-old Saul Juarez, won top matches at Fullmer Legacy Center in Utah and will represent their region in the national Golden Gloves tournament in Tulsa from May 12th to 17th (Juarez earned fight-of-the-night honors).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rett Longmore Performance

9 a.m. — Willard Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience an engaging performance sponsored by prominent local supporters in a vibrant arts venue.

Artistic Adventures

3:30 - 4:30 PM — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — $ — Explore nature-inspired art with fun activities for kids aged 6-12.