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Idaho Falls
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Gives launched Monday at midnight with its first donation & $1,012,671 raised from 3,097 donors in a campaign that supports nonprofits like Hospice of Eastern Idaho and will run until May 7. KPVI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Food trucks at The Yellowstone Food Village face uncertainty as county officials require vendors to leave by Oct. 1; some have already departed and others plan to relocate by week's end (vendors are waiting for clearer plans to continue operating locally). KXPI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Museum of Idaho launched a new exhibit to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence featuring a reenactment scene and Revolutionary War artifacts+ it is located upstairs in the Masonic Gallery and remains on display through the end of the year. East Idaho News
- ➤ Nurse Dustin Fielder married nurse Andee Fielder on May 4 — in a creatively decorated trauma bay at Idaho Falls Community Hospital where portable urine containers, tea lights and EKG patches set the scene as they celebrated their love for Star Wars and medicine. East Idaho News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho News 6 asked candidates for House District 25 Seat A questions ahead of the May primary, and only Josh Callen responded; he said he will strengthen water infrastructure + support local business with his conservative approach. KIVI-TV
- ➤ Bonneville County will hold its annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony on May 15 at 6 p.m. at the county courthouse, with officials posting the nation’s colors and reading the names of 80 fallen heroes + seven fallen K-9's as the public is invited to attend. KPVI
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Idaho Falls Shootout Soccer Tournament
May 7-9 — Old Butte Soccer Complex — Registration fees apply — Compete in a thrilling soccer tournament amidst Idaho's beautiful outdoor activities.
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Free Idaho Boater Safety Class
9 AM – 4 PM — Idaho Water Sports — Free class — Get certified in boater safety and earn a $50 gift card.
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Stop Pinning, Start Planning!
12-1 p.m. — Remodel PRO — Free entry — Learn budget strategies to transform your kitchen into the space you've always wanted.
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Read to a Dog
4-5 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free — Children are invited to read to a friendly, listening dog for a unique reading experience.
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Monster Truck Insanity Tour
7-11 p.m. — Sandy Downs Arena — Tickets from $84 — Experience thrilling monster truck action in Idaho Falls.
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May New Moon Ceremony
3-4 p.m. — International Institute of Massage Therapy- IIMT — Free entry — Celebrate the new moon with rituals, meditation, and intention setting.
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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 food.
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Billings Mustangs vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling Minor League Baseball action as the Mustangs take on the Chukars.
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P.E.A.K. Lead Generation Event
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Keller Williams Realty East Idaho — Free entry — Collaborate with fellow agents to enhance lead generation and build real momentum.
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STEM with PBS
4-5 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Explore STEM through engaging hands-on activities for the community.
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