Good Day
Idaho Falls
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, Toni and Robert Taylor — who have led free exercise classes for seniors in Ammon and Idaho Falls for 17 years — were honored on Feel Good Friday. The couple’s work serves 50 to 80 participants each session with personal touches like handcrafted earrings and volunteer tax help. East Idaho News
- ➤ The annual Beast Pets Marketplace Idaho Falls Reptile Expo returns today at the Bonneville County Fairgrounds, 1542 E. 73rd South, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a Sunday session from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event features 36 vendors, three food trucks, and reptile care info. East Idaho News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Papa Loca, a food truck started by siblings Nicolas and Lili Ramirez, offers loaded baked potatoes with Mexican flavors at North Tourist Park. It serves customers Tuesdays to Fridays (11 a.m.-8 p.m.) and Saturdays (noon-8 p.m.), and its daily location is listed on its Facebook page. East Idaho News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Idaho's wheat remains vital as farmers plant about 1.2 million acres each year for crop rotation and soil quality, even with a national decline in plantings. International buyers from Korea and Japan seek the high-quality grain produced locally. KIVI-TV
- ➤ National job data (5.19 million teen hires, down from 5.48 million last year) shows that summer hiring is at its lowest since 1948, and local Idaho Falls businesses report fewer seasonal openings, making it tougher for teens to land work in lifeguarding, camp counseling and select retail positions. KXPI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, May 29, Idaho students tested their civic knowledge at Melaleuca headquarters during the state's first regional National Civics Bee. Five finalists from various school types presented projects to improve local community life — a strong display of emerging leadership. East Idaho News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho National Guard worked with the Idaho Department of Lands in May to train with Black Hawk helicopters—using 530-gallon water buckets—to prepare for wildfire season. Over 250 soldiers also earned Wildland Firefighter 2 certification to support ground operations. KIVI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A group of 911 dispatchers in Rigby launched a GoFundMe for 4-year-old Stetson Poole, who had brain tumor surgery on April 27 in Salt Lake City and will start daily radiation next week in Utah + has raised over $5,600 of a $7,500 goal. East Idaho News
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Grilling 2-Sauces Workshop
6:30-9 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98 — Learn to craft delicious BBQ sauces from scratch and elevate your grilling game.
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Nectar Collectors Workshop
1:30 – 2:30 PM — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of bees with activities led by author Patti Sherlock.
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Grilling 2 – Sauces
6:30-9 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98.00 — Discover the art of BBQ sauce making and elevate your grilling game with homemade glazes.
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Ogden Raptors vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7:05 – 8:05 PM — Melaleuca Field — Check the event page for ticket prices — Enjoy independent professional baseball as the Chukars aim for the Pioneer League Championship.
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Idaho S3DA Outdoor Target State Championship
— Jun 5-6 — South Fork Archers Archery Range — Contact for entry fees — Compete in an exciting archery event for all skill levels.
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NAMIWalks Idaho Falls
10 AM – 1 PM — Heritage Park — Donations welcomed — Celebrate mental health awareness while supporting local programs and connecting with the community.
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Ogden Raptors vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
2-3 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — $1 off beers — Enjoy a sunny afternoon of Chukars baseball with free waterslides for kids thanks to Bingham Healthcare.
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Ladies Lunch Gathering
11:30 a.m. — Papa Tom's Pizza — No cost specified — Enjoy a delightful monthly lunch with local ladies and make new friends over good food.
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Bleed & Read Blood Drive
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free book with donation — Give the gift of life by donating blood and receive a free book to enjoy.
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Grilling 3 – Brining and Marinades
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Rush's Kitchen Supply — $98.00 — Discover the art of brining and marinades for delicious meats.
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