Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of volunteers gathered at Idaho Falls High School on May 17th for a mock disaster training exercise with the Bonneville County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) to practice personal preparedness, fire suppression and emergency first aid. The training also focused on teaching volunteers how to stay calm and handle crises during emergencies. KXPI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Larry Nelson, a local chiropractor, has been charged with three misdemeanor sexual exploitation counts after multiple claims of inappropriate touching during treatments—he denies any misconduct and is set to appear in court on May 27. East Idaho News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bonneville Bees won the 5A Baseball State Championship on May 17 at Wolfe Field—junior Carter Bowen hit a first-pitch home run and senior Coltan Spagnuolo scored the winning run in the bottom of the seventh after a game with several lead changes—in a three-game series that tested both teams' pitching and hitting. East Idaho News
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Grilling 1: Dry Rubs Workshop
6:30-9 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98 — Master the art of barbecue with expert guidance on various dry rubs and techniques for perfect results.
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Real Estate Mastermind
12:00 – 1:30 PM — BBSI — Networking opportunity — Share insider tips and strategies to dominate the real estate market.
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Grilling 1 – Dry Rubs Workshop
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98.00 — Master the art of barbecue with flavorful dry rubs for perfect ribs and Beer Can Chicken.
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Coaching and Accountability Workshop
12-4 p.m. — BBSI Idaho Falls — Cost included with registration — Explore effective coaching techniques and accountability discussions in this immersive workshop.
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Surfers Swim Meet Closure
6-10 p.m. — Wes Deist Aquatic Center — Closed for event — The Aquatic Center will host a Surfers Swim Meet during this time.
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Mud Club
10-11 a.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Cost info not provided — Unearth the joys of creating with clay and construct fun pottery on Saturdays.
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Memorial Day Public & Lap Swim
1-6 p.m. — Wes Deist Aquatic Center — Regular admission applies — Celebrate Memorial Day with a special public and lap swim event at the aquatic center.
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Idaho Falls Chukars Opening Day Match
7:05-10:30 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the season opener with a thrilling game and a fireworks show to wrap it up.
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Maximizing Social Security and Understanding Medicare
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Club Apple — Free entry — Discover essential tips to enhance your retirement planning and navigate Social Security and Medicare effectively.
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Idaho Falls Chukars vs Billings Mustangs
7:05-10 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Enjoy a night of baseball excitement as the Chukars take on the Mustangs.
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~ Albert Einstein
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