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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small apartment building at the corner of Lomax Street and North Higbee Avenue in Idaho Falls caught fire Wednesday evening and residents got out safely when firefighters arrived at 9:13 p.m.—the fire started accidentally in the kitchen of a ground-floor apartment and was quickly put out—though a young couple lost nearly all their belongings. East Idaho News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A in Ammon is facing a lawsuit after former employee Thomas Wade alleged he endured racist abuse from co-workers and supervisors starting in December 2022 — Wade claims management ignored his repeated complaints about racial slurs and a hostile work environment while denying him a leadership opportunity. The suit names franchisee Lauren Mosteller and covers several incidents reported over a period of months. KXPI
- ➤ Thomas Wade, a former Chick-fil-A cook from Ammon, filed a lawsuit against operator Lauren Mosteller after he said that coworkers and bosses made racist comments and created a hostile work environment from December 2022 until his firing in October—he is asking for money to cover his losses. Mosteller said the claims are untrue and that Wade did not follow the needed steps before filing, and the case will go to mediation before July 2 with a court meeting on July 7. East Idaho News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested a man on Wednesday night around 10 p.m. after witnesses reported he threatened people with a gun in the South 3rd West area+ officers tracked his vehicle from a partial license plate to his Providence Square Apartments home where SWAT took him into custody+ he was charged with aggravated assault. KPVI
- ➤ Idaho Falls Police are searching for missing juvenile Donna Coleman—15 years old, a white female about 5'9 in height and 100 pounds with hazel eyes and brown hair featuring blonde highlights—who was last seen May 29 at 5:30 p.m. and anyone with information should call dispatch at 2085291200. KXPI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Falls teen Steven Gaxiola Urias, 17, graduated from Skyline High School on May 30th at the Mountain America Center and will attend Yale University in August on a full-ride scholarship, aiming to study political science and become an immigration attorney (a first in his family to go to college). East Idaho News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Caribou Targhee National Forest will begin selling firewood permits for personal use in June. A permit includes tags, a hand-out with terms and conditions, and a map—firewood costs $6.25 per cord with a minimum purchase of four cords per household. KPVI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Justin Cornelson, a longtime DARE instructor and school resource officer with the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office for 22 years, is retiring effective June 1 — he plans to return part-time after taking the summer off. East Idaho News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Shannon Wilker Foundation and Club Apple hosted the 5th annual 'Crusade Against Cancer' 5k Run and Walk yesterday at 8:30 a.m. at Club Apple in Idaho Falls—raising funds to help breast cancer patients and their families. KPVI
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Idaho’s Best Barberfest
8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Admission details to be determined — Experience skill and style at the Barber Event of the Year in Idaho Falls.
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Zoo Typhoon Summer Camp for Ages 8-9
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Education Center, Idaho Falls, ID — $130 — Experience animal training and create your own zoo in this adventurous summer camp.
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June 2025 Chamber Connect Lunch Event
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Westbank Convention Center — Cost varies — Network and learn with business leaders while enjoying a dynamic lunch experience.
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Art Walk - June
5-8 p.m. — Willard Arts Center — Free entry — Explore diverse artworks by regional and global artists in a community-centered atmosphere.
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Senior Solutions: Guiding Through the Aging Journey
12:45-2 p.m. — The Teton Event Center — Free entry — Explore strategies for supporting loved ones as they navigate the aging process.
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Wild Child Fun Run
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Tautphaus Park Zoo — $25 entry — Experience a family-oriented fitness adventure with fun cheer stations and a post-run celebration while supporting local wildlife.
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Sunday Morning Spirituality Session
8:30-9:30 a.m. — City Bagels and Bakery — Free online access — Explore spirituality from the comfort of your home with a community gathering.
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Zoo Typhoon Summer Camp for Ages 10-11
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Education Center, Idaho Falls — $130 — Engage in a wild adventure crafting your very own zoo experience with animal training and fun carnival rides.
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Christian Music Concert in Idaho Falls
5-9 p.m. — Frontier Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience uplifting performances from top Christian music artists in a vibrant community setting.
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Idaho Falls Chukars vs Boise Hawks
7:05-10:30 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — No cost mentioned — Enjoy an exciting baseball game while kids engage in a fun-filled STEM Camp.
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