Good Day
Idaho Falls
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Elks Lodge will host its annual Flag Day Ceremony on June 14 at 11:00 a.m. at 640 East Elva Street, featuring a flag-raising by a local Boy Scouts troop — the American Legion will follow with Taps, a 21-gun salute, and an indoor tribute to the U.S. Army's 250th birthday with a light luncheon and cake served by veterans. KXPI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A train derailment near Chester has forced the indefinite closure of the intersection at 2900 E and Highway 20—resulting in heavy traffic delays and visible damage with several overturned grain cars, though authorities reported no injuries and urged drivers to take alternate routes. KXPI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the EastIdahoNews team visits Western Transport in Idaho Falls to learn what it takes to drive a truck. Safety director Don Best explains the training and safety rules drivers must follow — his overview shows the job details clearly. East Idaho News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 43-year-old man from Pocatello was arrested in Idaho Falls after he sped away from police following a traffic stop for speeding—he caused over $25,000 in damage to a truck stop and repair lot and now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges with a preliminary hearing set for June 24. East Idaho News
- ➤ The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for help to identify a suspect who damaged several apartment windows on St. Clair Avenue with a BB gun on Monday—video footage shows a male in a t-shirt and jeans. KXPI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local high school students are taking part in the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office teen career camp where this morning they went scuba diving and today they toured a detention facility to learn about law enforcement work—program capacity is 24 students each week. KXPI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bingham Healthcare celebrated its 75th anniversary Tuesday on the steps of Bingham Memorial Hospital + it grew from a modest 60 bed rural hospital into Eastern Idaho's leading healthcare network. The American Hospital Association joined the ceremony to honor the milestone and the long history of care. KXPI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Falls High School senior Grace Fuger has been a standout volleyball libero and is set to leave for Baylor University in Texas after an early January graduation; her family plans frequent trips to support her + she will major in business marketing while playing in the BIG 12 Conference. East Idaho News
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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.
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Comedy Night Featuring Steve Soelberg
7-9 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Steve Soelberg.
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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.
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Real Estate Mastermind
12:00 – 1:30 PM — BBSI — Free entry — Learn insider tips and strategies to dominate the real estate market while networking with industry experts.
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BBSI Lunch & Learn: Adaptability in the Workforce
11:30 a.m. — BBSI — Free entry — Learn practical strategies to enhance adaptability and flexibility amid changing work priorities.
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Friendship Bracelet Making Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Materials provided — Reconnect with the classic art of friendship bracelet making using colorful threads.
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Ogden Raptors vs Idaho Falls Chukars
1-4 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring local teams while supporting a charitable cause.
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Idaho Falls Retro X 3 Convention
June 20-21 — Idaho Falls — Entry fee may apply — Celebrate pop culture with toys, comics, video games, and cosplay.
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Zoo Typhoon Summer Camp for Teens
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Education Center, Idaho Falls, ID — $160 — Experience animal training and create a zoo from scratch at this fun and educational summer camp.
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Summer River Concerts: Jazz House Big Band
7-8 p.m. — Greenbelt Stage — Free entry — Enjoy local and regional jazz sounds in a lovely riverside setting.
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