Good morning, Idaho Falls.

Snake River Animal Shelter named Cleo, a three-year-old pit bull-terrier mix that came in as a stray, as Pet of the Week; she is good with kids and other dogs—staff remain unsure about her reaction to cats.

Residents can visit the shelter at 3000 Lindsay Boulevard to meet her in person.

An 18-year-old from Pocatello drowned after jumping into the Bear River from the Last Chance Flume on May 31 and law enforcement warns that bridge diving is risky because some counties ban the act and hidden dangers like unpredictable water depths, rocks, and debris threaten safety—officials urge residents to use life jackets and remain in designated areas.

A local man, Jason Varnal Evans (56), was indicted on May 22 and is accused of raping a 12-year-old girl and committing lewd conduct with a minor, and he will appear before District Judge Michael Whyte at 8:45 a.m. on June 9 for arraignment on crimes alleged to have been committed from January 2019 to January 2021.

The Idaho Falls Symphony said Monday that it formed a committee to search the nation for a new music director over the next two seasons.

The committee—led by Jake Durtschi—will set candidate criteria, invite guest conductors for the 2026–2027 season, and choose a leader by May 2027 while seeking feedback from audiences, musicians and board members.

The College of Eastern Idaho was hit by a cyberattack last week when a student’s personal laptop brought malware into the school’s network—college officials shut down the systems to stop further intrusion and are working with cybersecurity experts to restore functionality while finding no evidence of a data breach.

Two magnitude 3.6 quakes struck near Stanley on Monday evening at 8:23 p.m. and 8:26 p.m. — their epicenters were about 9 to 10 miles northwest of Stanley and were the largest in a swarm that included at least 20 quakes since Saturday.

Idaho Falls Regional Airport reopened its Long-term, Short-term, and Hourly parking lots after updating its parking system.

Travelers leaving the terminal must use the exit lane that matches their ticket type—QR code tickets go to the outside lane and black stripe tickets go to the center lane—with the first hour free.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Beginning Adult Drawing Class

5-8 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Check for pricing — Develop foundational drawing skills and express your creativity through realistic sight measurement.

Comedy Night Featuring Steve Soelberg

7-9 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Steve Soelberg.

NAMI Walk Idaho Falls

10 AM – 1 PM — Heritage Park — Support raising funds for mental health programs — Participate in a meaningful walk to support life-changing guidance for those in need.