Good Day
Idaho Falls
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the 26-foot-long Planters Nutmobile parked at Albertsons in Idaho Falls to hand out free peanut samples and share the snack's history; recent college graduates driving the truck (known as Peanutters) entertained curious locals during their cross-country tour. KXPI
- ➤ A 55-year-old Idaho Falls mother who endured nearly 11 years in a coma died Friday at home surrounded by her family. Her funeral will be held Monday at noon at the local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building on Coronado Street. East Idaho News
- ➤ City leaders invite community members to share ideas for a new park planned near the College of Eastern Idaho during today's public event from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the end of Meppen Drive near the community garden. East Idaho News
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Farmers Market returned on Saturday along Memorial Drive — drawing hundreds to shop local foods and handmade products from small businesses across eastern Idaho. New president Landon Knowles said the board will support vendors and keep the market vibrant throughout the summer. KXPI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fred King, a local motorcyclist injured in a crash in July 2024 when a car turned wrong and nearly cost him his life, met the bystanders who saved him yesterday at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center and thanked them for their swift aid + shared his progress in recovery. East Idaho News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Casa Cafe, a Mexican-inspired coffee shop, opened at 3406 S. 25th East over the weekend and now serves specialty drinks and sweet treats like a gigantic concha — a nod to California flavors — that mix local tradition with new ideas. East Idaho News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel will host the Turnt Up Tour on Thursday, July 16, featuring 2000s hitmakers Twista, Petey Pablo, Paul Wall, and the Ying Yang Twins. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m. for the event. East Idaho News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grandma Ramos has volunteered at Mooreland Elementary in Blackfoot for over 15 years, sharing treats and stories that brighten the day for kindergartners and first graders. The Adopt-a-Grandparent program now seeks more helpers to add to its community of caring volunteers. KXPI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Installation of Island Park’s first traffic signal began Monday at the intersection of U.S. 20 and Yale-Kilgore Road to improve safety and keep traffic moving (work is expected to last two weeks and may cause brief lane reductions). KXPI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, as warmer weather returns and bikes come out of garages, Idaho Falls hospitals remind cyclists to wear helmets, choose bright clothing, and ride slowly to avoid injuries, especially during National Trauma Awareness Month & rising spring accident rates. East Idaho News
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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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Grilling 1-Dry Rubs
6:30-9 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98 tuition — Master the art of barbecuing with delicious dry rubs and elevate your grilling skills.
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Federal Contracting Marketing Strategies
8:30-10 a.m. — Idaho Innovation Center — Free entry — Learn the essentials of federal contracting and discover the right certifications for your small business.
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